Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

A TRUE COLLECTOR'S ITEM CREATED BY GIANNI VERSACE FOR ONE OF HIS MOST FAMOUS COLLECTIONS EVER A very rare and stunning signature piece Designed by Gianni Versace himself for one o...

Best known for his high-end, feminine silhouettes, French haute couture designer Hubert de Givenchy rose to international acclaim during the 1960s by creating signature looks for actress Audrey Hepburn. Maintaining a classic romantic elegance to his designs, Givenchy began experimenting with bolder colors and pattern options around the 1980s. Done in a vibrant magenta silk organza, this couture dress was custom made at the Givenchy atelier in Paris. The dress features an incredible cascade of ruffles at each shoulder and a subtle chevron pattern done in alternating rows of smooth silk and basket woven silk. The woven silk provides contrast and texture while the chevron pattern itself creates a pleasing rhythm throughout. The bodice begins with a flattering bateau neckline framed by short sleeves comprised of layers of wide, undulating ruffles. The ruffles are adorned at each shoulder with a large knotted bow for extra flair and femininity that flows seamlessly with the rest of the fabric. The bows are set slightly behind the high front ruffle on each shoulder, making them easy to miss at first glance, but delightful when seen from the side profile or back of the dress. The basket woven silk provides a sheer element to the ruffles that is further enhanced by the lower cut bodice at the back of the dress. Size estimate: Small/Medium Bust: 32 inches Waist: 30 inches Hips: 37 inches Length: 55 inches The bodice is finished with princess seams that reach from the bust to hip, complimenting the subtle A-line silhouette of this dress. The skirt falls to a maxi-length just above the ankles in a straight hem that is semi-formal and perfect for showcasing a beautiful pair of heels. Sophisticated and feminine, this dress is the perfect choice for a summer wedding, gala, or special occasion. This custom-couture Givenchy...

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bustier Plunged Décolleté Color Block Bodycon Mini Dress Size L

Colorful geometric screen printed avant garde dress by Finnish textile designer Marimekko. Drop waist and batwing sleeves. Details: Unlined No ...

Sexy vintage NEIL BIEFF raspberry pink and navy blue silk sequin halter dress, with tassel details on the back! Pink sequins scattered throughout t...

Chic 1990s ALESSANDRO DELL'ACQUA tan / caramel wool beaded dress! Features a 'sunburst' pattern of amber brown beads on the left side. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye clo...

1979-1980 Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) Rive Gauche Couture Drama Yves Saint Laurent for YSL Collection: Couture Drama: Yves Saint Laurent, Fall/Winter 1979-1980. Country of production: France Marked Size: 36 FR (38-42 RUS) Tara Shannon in a V2337 dress by Yves Saint Laurent in Vogue Patterns magazine, November/December 1979, editorial "Glow". Photo: Albert Watson. Yves Saint Laurent's Chinese tunic was widely publicized during the 1979-80 holiday season. The January 1980 cover of the Vogue retail catalog also features a version of this image. The pattern is Vogue 2337 . Perfume: Of course, Opium! Vogue Paris...

Versace black cocktail silk bow dress featuring a bow on the front, a fitted silhouette, an inside Medusa jacquard lining and a back zip fastening. In excellent condition. Made in I...

Fabulous ISSEY MIYAKE ensemble, sculptureal pleated set of top and skirt. Rare numbered Collectors pieces. Iridescent colour shimmering teal grean. Icionic Myake, vintage designer c...

Grey silk velvet and coated velvet asymmetrical evening dress. Split on both side, lenght = 14 cm Silk lining. Zip middle back. SIZE L

▪ Chanel orange and brown rib knit wool dress ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Checked boucle jacket attached to front of dress ▪ CC logo buttons ▪ 4 front pockets ▪ Long knitted ...

Sexy 1990s Emilio Pucci silk jersey dress in a vibrant bright orange hue! Wonderful signature print on the side, and around front collar. Extremely slimming. Looks great alone, or wi...

Chic and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Rive Gauche black short sleeve belted dress ! Features buttons up the entire front of the dress. Pockets at each side of the hips....

Insanely chic vintage 1980s / 80s ADELE SIMPSON red, black and white fit n' flare cocktail dress! Features a fitted red cotton pique bodice with a sweetheart neckline. Empire waist w...

Black rayon jersey band cocktail dress on a nude tulle base. Fabric composition: 90% rayon, 10% lycra. Zip in the middle back + 2 hook&eye on the top. SIZE...

Black linen dress with black lace details. Open on the shoulders and on the back. No lining. SIZE : 36 (Fr)

▪ Gucci black strapless evening dress ▪ Designed by Tom Ford ▪ Fine rayon and spandex jersey ▪ Leather strap with Gucci 'G' metal buckle ▪ Leg slit ▪ IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 ▪ Spri...

Judy Hornby Couture black silk floral burnout dress c 1990 The stylish dress is designed with a dramatic ruffled pastel silk collar that emulates flower...

Marchesa Red Silk Gown, length 54", bust 38", waist 36".

This Maggy Reeves ensemble is composed of a nude silk and features a wonderful sequin applique. There is a dolman shell with sequin and a slip dress. In good vintage condition shows ...

Versace Versus vintage early 2000 open back purple crushed velvet long dress. The fabric, deep violet crushed silk velvet (mix 75% viscose 25% silk) of ...

Beautiful John Bartlett black silk pants with a double layer of ruffles along the entire length of the outside of each side. The pants sit just below the waist, have straight legs, a...

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2000 "Eye" Red Black Silk Halter Strap Plunge Back Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2000 "Eye" D...

Glamorous Fabrice Cocktail Dress in navy silk taffeta with lavishly decorated jet beadwork, sequins, trim and lace. Heavily ruched silk taffeta built over a corset base with a flared...

Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s 90s VICKY TIEL COUTURE mini dress! Features a gold, silver, and black metallic snakeskin bodice. Flattering signature ruching throughout the boned bodic...

Great suit designed by Pierre Cardin in the 1980s, made in France. ORIGINAL LABEL. The suit is made entirely of wool and consists of two pieces: the cape and the skirt. The skirt is ...

With the finest fabric and tailoring--the base expectation for all progressive minimalist luxurious fashions designed for powerful women by German Jil Sander before the Prada-buyout ...

Givenchy by Alexander McQueen black ruffled fishtail strapless evening dress with built-in corset. Spring-Summer 1999

Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS for BERGDORF GOODMAN couture quality black evening dress! Luxurious black silk chiffon. Black on black polka dot bodice, with semi sheer black chiffon above the front and back bodice, and on the long sleeves. Button closure at sleeve cuffs. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Slit at bottom center chiffon hem makes this gem perfect for dancing! The perfect timeless black chiffon American couture...

Moschino's amusing cellophane organza "paint ball" print party dress. Black "paint ball" spots are printed on iridiscent organza in a limeade green. The soft pleated, strapless bodic...

A fabulous navy blue dress from Thierry Mugler. It has a scoop neckline with a center slit, cap sleeves and an inset just under the bust line with a strip of 1" large link silver cha...

Sexy and sporty 90s Gianfranco Ferre navy blue knit dress with racer back. Bust: 32"/ W: 26" / 34" ( fabric strecth) Best fit US size 2 and 4.

Amazing early 1990s GIANNI VERSACE neon green wool mini dress! Features soft virgin wool, with gold metal balls shaped in triangles above the bust. Hidden zipper up the back with hoo...

Extravagant Jiki, Monaco Studded Suede and Satin Ensemble from the 1990's. Royal blue suede cropped top set with pave rhinestones in crystal and blue. Matching skirt has a matching s...

This 80’s Torrente two-piece ensemble is the perfect balance between being playful and sophisticated. Constructed in refined cherry-red “Calais” lace, this mini dress features a slim...

Black sleeveless cocktail dress with beads and sequins embroideries. No fabric tag composition but main fabric is probably crêpe rayon and lining silk chiffon. Zip in the middle bac...

A striking archival piece from Miu Miu’s Fall/Winter 1999 runway collection, this black strapless maxi dress blends utilitarian edge with feminine ruffles. Designed with contrasting ...

Amazing 1970s Lucie Ann of Beverly Hills long sleeve dress ! Features a black jersey bodice that offers plenty of stretch. Colorful and flattering striped silky skirt in vibrant colo...

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Alaia knit bodycon dress featuring a mermaid-style hem, an invisible back zipper, and delicate scallope...

A fabulous black silk dress from Ted Lapidus. It has long sleeves, a stand up collar and light shoulder padding. There is a beautiful design in silver and white sequins outlined in...

Red cotton mini dress with wide black grosgrain ribbon trim by Yves Saint dating to the 1990's. Dress is labeled a French size 40. Dress measures approximately: 36” at bust, 32” at w...

Beautiful vintage Mary McFadden flapper style dress! Light pink silk, with fan prints throughout. Three tiered layers on the skirt, with a ruffled neck. Long corded belt can be wrapp...

Known for his opulent and theatrical designs, French designer Christian Lacroix launched his first Haute Couture collection in 1987. Drawing inspiration from history and folklore, hi...

Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean O...

A chic cocktail dress by Catherine Walker for The Chelsea Design Company. The off the shoulder dress is lined in silk with an interior corset .It has ...

Gorgeous 1990s LIANCARLO COUTURE black silk chiffon and lightweight silk velvet burnout evening dress! Features a structured perfect fitting bodice, with built-in interior support to...

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Bustier Fitted Plunged Décolleté Open Back Dress and Bolero 2 Piece Set Size Small

Iconic 1992 Jean Paul Gaultier Dominatrix Vinyl Skin Corset Zipper Bodycon Dress in black with lace up back. A true collector's piece. No size label but would fit small to medium. T...

Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Cruise Me Baby' label full length Cocktail dress in all Black with a cut out back keyhole and folded cleavage. Features: Cut out back Scooped neck line Max...

This is a gorgeous Valentino dress beautifully made and a wonderful example of Valentino's main label and the work that he was doing during this time period. US size - 8 ( please ch...

This is a superb vintage spring-summer silky polyester viscose cocktail dress from the 1980s. It is cut to a flowing silhouette typical of the era and has short sleeves. The free-flo...

Presenting a fabulous brown floral Dolce and Gabbana sleeveless dress. From the Spring/Summer 1997 collection, this dress features a floral print that was...

▪ Dolce & Gabbana 3-piece skirt suit ▪ Fitted jacket in black denim with red contrast topstitch ▪ Bra-top with open back and tiger-print front with sequins ▪ Low-rise maxi skirt w...

Signed Leonard Paris 1970s vintage maxi dress featuring bell sleeves and made in a botanical printed 100% silk jersey. The dress is labeled size 4 but can accommodate a variety of si...

Gianfranco Ferré Black Dress Totally made in italy in size S

1990S Alberta Ferreti Ecru Rayon Cocktail Dress

Presenting a runway-ready little black dress designed by Gianni Versace for his iconic Fall/Winter 1991 collection. This piece debuted as runway look number 27 on Marpessa Hennink an...

Rare 1970s HALSTON black and khaki optical illusion trapeze dress! Khaki top portion looks as if a bolero jacket is being worn over a black strapless dress. ...