Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent said “ I love black because it affirms, designs, and styles. A woman in a black dress is a pencil stroke”. Black liquid velvet material features with discretion , ...

Chanel dress in white & black cotton, round neck with golden buttons, short sleeves, front pleats, and pleated pockets with flap and button. The dress's large shoulder pads have been...

Indulge in opulence with our Christian Dior 1980s Metallic Purple Long Sleeve Gown—a floor-length masterpiece that encapsulates the essence of timel...

Circa 1970 France Anonymous haute couture evening dress in chiffon and cream silk crepe from the 1970s. Probably from Jean Dessès or Carven designer house(?). An empire-inspired, hi...

A fun vintage party dress in an attractive brown velvet. The dress has a drop waist, and frill detail on the cuffs and hem. It is unlined. Measurements: Bust 38'', length 41''

This show stopping dress is almost certainly from the Spring/Summer Thierry Mugler 1992 collection. An outstanding collector’s piece, this has all...

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...

Step into an era of timeless elegance with our Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Embellished Midi Dress—a black mid-length masterpiece that captures...

Described as the “the architect of American clothing,” famed New York-based designer Geoffrey Beene is known for his modern, sophisticated aesthetic. He received eight prestigious Co...

1976 Halston red one shoulder gown as seen in Met Collection 28" bust, 26" waistm 29" hips, 57" length Condition: Excellent fits sz 2 - 6

Spring Summer 1994 rare and iconic artisanal customized leather mini dress by Maison Martin Margiela. Made with a reversed vintage trench. String and buttons closure at back. The com...

A chic and easy to wear vintage cashmere , bead and sequin dress. The dress is in a stunning red colour and is fully lined. It has gathering at the waist , a round neckline , and l...

Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Evening Dress Gown Size Label Missing - Please check Measurements Turtleneck evening dress fully beaded in burgundy and red glass beads over the ...

Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Black Blazer Dress with Embellishments. Lagerfeld's time at Fendi is forever revered; his innovation left an indelible mark. This classic & sophisticated blaz...

This black lace and taffeta evening gown was made by Ronald Amey in the 1970s and is absolutely gorgeous. The bodice features black floral lace with netting underneath, and the the ...

Bob Mackie is commonly regarded as one of the world’s most prolific costume designers with his designs gracing stages and screens all over the globe. He famously designed for the likes of Cher and Diana Ross, and his designs continue to serve as inspiration for many celebrities and stars. Sometimes referred to as the “sultan of sequins” Mackie is a three-time Oscar nominee as well as an Emmy and CDFA award winner. In the 1990s, Mackie launched a ready-to-wear line that brought all of the fanciful dreaminess he is known for to the everyday woman in classic silhouettes with a twist. This extraordinary Bob Mackie dress is a dreamy blend of sparkly art...

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...

1970s ESTEVEZ bubblegum pink and nude brown chiffon caftan maxi dress ! Flower applique at center bust. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Great for any day or ...

Sensuality, delicacy, glamour and grandeur are four words often used to summarise Valentino’s approach to dress design. A superstar designer who designed Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’...

This early 80's Scherrer haute couture dress could be a fabulous option for a bride-to-be. Made from delicate off-white lace which is underpinned with a refined color matching silk-c...

Pauline Trigère a prominent figure in putting American designers on the map. Like many of the acclaimed French couturiers, she was an expert at tailoring and had an eye for interest...

A fun vintage evening gown by Donald Campbell. The dress is a wonderful combination, the top area has subtle sequins decoration and full sleaves, the skirt area is in a stunning bl...

A fabulous colorful dress with a bit of stretch from Moschino. It is is sleeveless with a crew neck and incredible brightly colored shapes each individually sewn together comprising...

Authentic, preowned, vintage Louis Feraud evening gown and jacket 2pc set, sold by high end boutique Isaacson's in Atlanta, most likely in the early 90s. The open cropped jacket is m...

This incredibly rare 2pc evening gown was made by Valentino for the 1989 Spring/Summer collection, and featured on page 204 of the book, Valentino, Thirty Years of Magic, published b...

Incredible Vintage early 1990's Moschino black velvet 'Cheap & Chic' label body con dress, featuring novelty Cat face appliqué to the front. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Long sleeves...

Versace 90s vintage little black dress. Flared evening dress, sleeveless, zip closure on the back. 80% wool, 20% polyamide fabric, internall...

Typical of Yves Saint Laurent's 1980s style, this silk dress is in a lovely iridescent blue with a black floral print. There is a black velvet trim on the collar as well as a velvet ...

Elegant and regal brand new late 90s (1998) vintage HALSTON by Randolph Duke for Saks 5th Avenue silk burnout velvet devore beaded evening dress ! Couture quality with so much attent...

Presenting a slate blue Yigal Azrouël crop top skirt set. From the late 1990s, this two-piece set consists of a cropped halter neck and maxi skirt. The halterneck top features a v-ne...

A sophisticated black floor length knit dress from Anne Fogarty made in 1970s British Hong Kong. It has long sleeves with fold back cuffs, a shirt style collar and V neck. It is se...

We are excited to present this Tom Ford for Gucci Spring Summer 1998 black runway dress. Features long sleeves, iconic leather shoulder detail straps and body-con style in midi lengt...

We are excited to present this Tom Ford for Gucci Spring Summer 1998 tube dress with iconic leather and G-buckle detailing from the season. Features sleeveless tube neckline, hip lea...

This elegant Bill Blass designer vintage dress is from his 1985 collection and we think it's so fabulous! The long dress in in a stunning black and white abstract print...

Authentic, preowned, vintage Bob Mackie x Ray Aghayan 2-piece halter evening gown with matching feather trim cropped jacket, likely made in the 1970s. The halter dress is floor length and made from a bronze-hued metallic or lame' abstract animal print, which shimmers and shines in certain light! The matching cropped jacket fastens with three golden buttons and is trimmed at the collar and sleeves with gorgeous over-the-top feathers! An early design by Bob Mackie and Ray Aghayan...

Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre spring summer 1994 runway black silk evening dress. A white version was presented on the runway modeled by Estelle Lefebure. Crafted in black crep...

This vintage Thierry Mugler dress from the 1990s is an exceptionally rare and striking piece. It features a black velvet fabric with silver metallic lame accents, creating a dramatic look. The dress boasts a unique wire-formed bodice with a "winged" design, a hallmark of Mugler's distinctive style. Crafted from luxurious inky black velvet, the dress is tailored to accentuate your curves. The neckline is intricately detailed with Mugler's signature 'flame' effect, and the wired points of the neckline offer versatility, allowing you to customize the shape to your preference. Additionally, the futuristic silver lame fabric gracefully curves over the shoulders, enabling you to create either subtle shoulder caps or a more pronounced effect. This dress perfectly embodies Mugler's sculptural cut, sensuality, and aesthetic sensibilities. It exudes a futuristic allure while maintaining a sensual appeal that characterizes Mugler's creations. In excellent condition, with only few minor marks to velvet, this Thierry Mugler vintage dress...

We are excited to present this iconic Gucci By Tom Ford Spring Summer 1998 Black Maxi Dress. Features thin leather straps with iconic buckle detailing, double lining and straight squ...

A 1990's pretty, floaty , floral silk dress by Cacharel. The dress is in a floral print with layers of silk, and has spaghetti straps and a hankerchief hem. It has a side zip and ...

Red silk bustier evening dress with silk chiffon ruffles. Inside bustier boned and zip in the middle back. 2nd zip ( invisible) and hook&eye to close the dress in the middle back as ...

Important, and super rare vintage early 90s GEOFFREY BEENE minimalist 'zipper' ensemble! Features a black crepe top, with two vents on either side of the waist. Functional silver met...

Jaw dropping YSL Rive Gauche Fall 1987 Runway Dress. Stunning and sexy, this little dress encapsulates a time period where more is more! The beautiful navy blue sequins throughout the dress pick up light with movement and the off the shoulder ruffle detail adds a fun element to the look. Slightly sheer, the dress can be worn with black undergarments for an eye-catching look or with a strapless slip for a more conservative approach. This is a favorite in the Vintage Grace...

Amazing 1970s PUSZTA black abstract print striped chiffon maxi dress ! Features bright colors of red, blue, orange, pink, green, turquoise, and white on a black background. Hidden zi...

From the Fall/Winter 1985 collection, this elegant strapless Valentino dress debuted on the season's runway. This chic dress combines black and white silk ruching that drapes gracefu...

We are excited to present this iconic Gucci Fall Winter 1996 black maxi dress. Features high neck detailing with thin straps, keyhole sides & back ope...

Presenting an incredible knit Salvatore Ferragamo bodysuit/gown. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection, this fabulous piece debuted on the season's runway. Constructed of a dark teal ...

Jean Paul Gaultier S1999 RTW “Graffiti Goddess” Sculpture Runway Venus Trompe L'oeil Graffiti Optical Illusion Maxi Dress A holy grail of Gaultier, the famous “Graffiti Goddess” dress...

Sexy 1980s BOB MACKIE silk chiffon beaded and sequin evening gown ! Sheer bodice with thousands of hand-sewn silver and gold sequins and beads strategically placed to cover the bust....

Amazing 90s GEOFFREY BEENE black silk minimalist dress! Features a flattering stretch criss-cross back, with black zipper. Banded waist, with a dipped flounced hem. Hidden zipper up ...

A stunning black silk dress in a linear geometric pattern by Collette Dinnigan. It is a slip style dress with black straps and rows of horizontal lines joined by rows of faggoting o...

Vintage eggplant wool long sleeve dress by Hanae Mori. Circa 1980s. V-neck. Gathering at side waist. Zip closure at back. 33" bust, 28" waist, 39" length, 16.5" shoulder width.

Introducing the iconic Moschino Cheap And Chic 1990s Little Black Dress – a perfect blend of classic elegance and contemporary style. Thi...

1970s vintage metallic gold brocade dress kaftan with gold trim. Hand-made ceremonial caftan from North Africa, Morocco. Vintage exotic 1970s gold damask metallic brocade caftan gown...

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...

Leonard Paris Silk Jersey Dress This dress is constructed from silk jersey printed with a orange, dark chocolate, light chocolate and mustard multi-coloured weave-like ethnic pattern. Ten small Leonard signatures are also printed onto the dress. The jersey is light and fluid and hangs loosely...

A classic and beautiful Emilio Pucci maxi dress dating from the 1970s. Blue and purple abstract colour blocking with a green and white leaf style print throughout. A very flattering ...

This sensational demi couture 1970s red silk chiffon evening gown is by iconic brand Christian Dior when celebrated designer Marc Bohan was at the helm. This show stopping piece is c...

A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...