Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

A spectacular 1980s Fabrice Simon lagoon blue sequin and satin strapless gown with voluminous peplum: A vibrant and stunning color palette of sequins and...

Iconic Halston Bias Matte Jersey Gown which became one of his iconic designs. His ability to pare down seams and volumes is evident in this amazingly ...

This couture lace transparent red-and-black floral-pattern silk sleeveless evening midi dress, with an eyelash-lace boatneck and hem, is constructed with torso tucks above and below ...

Amazing AND Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta gold sequin dress! Embroidered with a "Red Ribbon" on the right breast. Sleek long red sleeves, and a zipper down the bodice. Enc...

▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1999 ▪ Constructed from black Viscose Crepe de Chine ▪ Chantilly lace inserts in a chevron pattern...

Presenting a beautiful black Thierry Mugler cocktail dress designed by Manfred Mugler. This simple and oh-so-sexy dress features a sweetheart nec...

This is an elaborate 1970s gown by revered British fashion designer Bill Gibb. Crafted from soft cream-yellow cotton, it has a dramatic blouson silhouette and was a bespoke wedding d...

▪ Givenchy runway ensemble ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1997 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Black crêpe strapless evening dress ▪ Draped bustier with built-in supportive boni...

Presenting an incredible yellow and black Givenchy Haute Couture gown, designed by one of the masters of 20th century Haute Couture, Hubert de Givenchy. From the Spring/Summer 1987 Haute Couture collection, this hourglass-shaped dress debuted on the season's runway, modeled by Dalma Callado. This truly spectacular dress...

Azzedine Alaia Vintage S/S 1996 Sequin Beaded Embellished Blue Mini Dress Size S Excellent Condition Blue vintage Alaïa sleeveless beaded dress...

Beautiful vintage Flora Kung dress! Signature florals and vibrant colors Kung was so well known for. Ruching at waist makes for a very flatter...

1970's Halston purple silk evening gown with a single shoulder strap and wrap skirt featuring a draped waist tie. The silk fabric which the bodice and waist tie are fabricated from i...

Incredible, rare and super iconic vintage 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC little black dress, with chic peace sign cut-out at the back! Flirty Babydoll fit that flatters many shapes and ...

Black bustier cocktail dress with sequin embroidery on a lace base and taffetas ruffles. Size M

Presenting a brown Thierry Mugler wrap dress designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1998, this midi dress features silver-tone hoop accents and a tie at the waist. Simila...

LOVE LALI Vintage An incredibly rare vintage dress from Loris Azzaro. Unfortunately I have had a very hard time locating the year of this dress, but I would guess it to be from the ...

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress IT 42

Richard Tyler has chosen an interesting micro pleated autumnal silk chiffon for this chic cocktail dress. This gives the dress enough room to just slip on over your head. It has a ro...

This pretty 1970s purple empire line dress with butterfly motif has a bohemian, summery feel. The full length dress is comprised of a fine rayon fabric for the skirt in a lilac shade...

A beautiful brown wool and mesh skirt with beaded trim from Alberta Ferretti. It has rows, in varying widths, comprised of intricate patterns of glass beads in gold, lilac, black and...

Wonderful elegant turquoise dress by Faust from the 1990s, made in France. ORIGINAL LABELS. The dress is short, above the knee and is turquoise in color. It has long fine sleeves. th...

Red sleeveless cocktail dress with string on the side. Shell fabric composition: 56% acetate, 29% rayon, 15% PBT. Lining ( only inside the top part of the dress) 57% rayon, 43% PBT Z...

▪ Christian Dior evening dress and coat ensemble ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Dress comprises a skirt and top constructed from metallic black lurex jersey with sheer diamond pattern ▪ Double shoulder straps with silver beads ▪ Evening coat constructed from black waxed cotton ▪ 2 large ties at the back fasten with a large knot ▪ Curved sleeves with inseam slits ▪ Balloon hem...

1970s Adolfo body-conscious rayon knit sailor striped navy and cream maxi dress with front button placket closure. Gives a modern Gaultier vibe. Size ...

▪ Archival Prada Silk Shift Dress ▪ Creative Director: Miuccia Prada ▪ Fall-Winter 1998 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Constructed from white silk organza ▪ Adorned with incased clear plastic shee...

Graphic black & white sequin sleeveless evening dress. Sequins are stitched on a chiffon base with black polyester lining. Zip in the middle back and split = 55 cm SIZE M

Dior - (Made in France) Set composed of a silk bustier dress and a large straw belt with golden threads and trimmings. The dress is split at front and back....

Balmain - (Made in France) Maxi robe Haute Couture avec traine en organza entièrement soutaché de raphia. Applications de fleurs en soie jaune à feuilles baleinée vertes. Etiquette d...

Presenting a sexy formfitting halter neck Gucci dress designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection a similar dress from the Spring/Summer 1998 collection debuted on t...

Ca. 1983 Gianni Versace striped navy Oroton metal mesh chainmail dress featuring a deep V-neckline, cutouts at the back bodice, a gathered waistline and multiple folds at center fron...

JEAN-LOUIS SCHERRER - (Made in France) Golden mecanic lace evening dress. Silk lining. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR. Haute Couture Collection from the end of the 198...

Long off-white asymmetrical jersey dress with a hand-painted eagle . Jersey lining SIZE 38/40 M/L

▪ Vivienne Westwood evening ensemble ▪ Labelled as a 'SPECIAL ITEM' from Vivienne Westwood's Couture line ▪ Constructed from red taffeta backed with silk o...

Jean-Louis Scherrer couture hand beaded pink silk mousseline & silk crepe de chine halter neck evening dress from the 1970s. Soft pink silk hand sewn with tiny frosted white glass tu...

▪ Vivienne Westwood knitted mini dress ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Constructed from steel-grey open-knit alpaca wool with graduated leaf motifs ▪ Nude ...

This is a lovely vintage black and gold lamé evening dress from the 1980s. The broad horizontal gold lamé irregular stripe strikes a bold figure, and the dress has a sleeveless finis...

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Sequin Embroidered Bird Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Couture Collection: A/W 1997- Runway look #2...

Beautiful vintage 90s NICOLE MILLER COLLECTION black and light pink silk chiffon strapless evening gown! Features a flattering ruched bodice w...

Presenting a stunning Dolce and Gabbana leopard maxi coat dress. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection, a version of this coat dress debuted on the season's runway on Kristen McMenamy...

A spectacular print is used for this silk chiffon faux wrap style evening dress and oversized shawl from Pauline Trigere circa 1970. The colors range from palest blue to emerald gree...

Beautiful new 90s vintage LUCA LUCA peach / pink and white dress! Features white abstract flower prints throughout. Textured soft silk blend fab...

Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Vintage Metallic Floral Lace Brown Mini Dress IT 42 Gianni Versace metallic brown lame lace evening mini dress featuring embellished medusa straps, scalloped...

This 1992 Thierry Mugler dress is a striking fusion of elegance and bold futurism, embodying the designer's signature avant-garde style. The dress, rendered in a sleek black fabric, ...

Presenting an incredible leopard print chiffon and copper lace Atelier Versace mini dress, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, a version of this super...

An accomplished designer, Mary McFadden studied in New York and Paris, worked at Dior, and served as the editor of Vogue South Africa among other positions and awards. She started her own label in the 1970s, incorporating global inspirations and classic silhouettes in her designs. She notably created pleated garments that resemble the famous pleated silk dresses by Mariano Fortuny which eventually became her trademark. “The effect I'm searching for is to have the fabric fall like liquid gold against the body” said McFadden of her ‘Marii’ technique, and she seems to have accomplished just that. Made up of Fortuny style pleats, this dusky lavender gown...

1998 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Bodycon Black Knit Dress Leather strap with GUCCI engraved detail on the back. IT Size 40 Made in Italy Immaculate condit...

This rare Azzedine Alaïa leather dress from the Spring-Summer 1994 collection exemplifies the designer's precision and innovative craftsmanship. The black laser-cut leather construct...

Thierry Mugler Couture Vintage Semi-Sheer Open Knit Crochet Maxi Evening Dress Size M FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @OPULENTADDICT

A beautiful 1988 David Fielden London, ribbon and sequin embroidered lace gown with optional/detachable arm pieces and a tiered ruffled fishtail hem. Fully lined and boned bodice. Si...

Documented rare and fabulous late 1980s Patrick Kelly black / gray denim strapless dress and matching cropped bolero jacket ! Dress features a boned bodice to hold everything in plac...

A fabulous 1960's silk dress from Pierre Cardin in a brightly colored abstract print in blues, green, fuchsia and white. It has semi sheer full sleeves which gather at the wrists. Th...

Gorgeous vintage 1970s Richilene with the original $495 price tags still attached! Nude illusion black lace and hand-painted flowers. Silk ribbon sash. 100% Silk. Partially lined wit...

Amazing 1980s purple silk chiffon beaded and sequined flapper style cocktail dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout. Sheer chiffon bellow the neck. Hidd...

2000's Dolce & Gabbana Tan suede mini skirt with matching lace up suede stilettos. Features; Skirt; Mid rise fit Wrap over design Press stud fasten...

▪ Christian Dior tricolour evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Made up of red, black and ivory viscose panels ▪ Standing collar ▪ Floor-length fishtail skirt ▪ Silk lining ...

▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Constructed from black foiled open-knit viscose ▪ Large turn-over collar which can be draped in multiple ways ▪ ...

Presenting a stunning navy blue knit Thierry Mugler long-sleeve gown, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Mid-1990s, this knit bodycon dress features a mock neck and stands out with...

Judy Hornby Couture voided silk bias-cut evening dress with deep cowl neck neck and layered hem, both layers trimmed with pearls. Long sleeves with gathered shoulders and pointed wri...

Made in Italy, this Ann Balon wedding dress was designed in the 1980s. Today, this four-decade strong brand sells Italian-made occasion wear and bridal wear from its Manchester shop. If you’re going to do an 1980s wedding dress...

A pretty vintage slip dress by Yves Saint Laurent, Variation. In a pretty blue colour, the dress has a deep neckline , central back zip and is fully...