Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk chiffon, pearl encrusted, leaf-motif bodice and its double-layer, silk chiffon ballroom skirt...

1960s Sheer white netting sheath cocktail dress embellished with multi color beads in floral pattern. Size Medium- Large Measurement: Bust : 38” / W: 36”...

A fabulous French 60s formal evening ensemble in flocked silk satin by Simone Pieltain with back pouf detail and opera cape. Approx US size 6

Very chic, jet-black, wool jersey strapless dress with internal corset and silk lining from James Galanos dating to the 1960's. Dress has very unique asymmetrical seaming and hemline...

This is a vintage 1930's two piece rust red silk dress with a matching belt with original sash buckle. This top of the dress has long sleeves with gathered tucks on the elbows, a V n...

A truly breathtaking and incredibly timeless Jean Dessès black silk-chiffon 'petal' dress dating back to his documented 1955 fall-winter collection. Jean Dessès dresses are rare, uni...

Malcolm Starr was launched in the early 1960s as a dress line that features simple, easy-to-wear dresses. While the 1960s is famously painted as the Space Age decade, Malcolm Starr dresses showcase to other side of 60s style, one that is characterized by vivacity, optimism, and playful colors. Designed for Starr by Elinor Simmons, this 60s dress is done in a clover green...

Malcolm Starr early 1960s fuchsia pink silk twill evening dress. A beautiful dress for any special occasion. Dress has low, scooped neckline at the front with high bust darts and an ...

Very rare black moss crepe halter gown with handkerchief hemline and fringed trim from Alice Pollock from her Quorum boutique dating to late 1960's. Alice established her Quorum bout...

Gorgeous and classic 1950s demi couture handkerchief panel chiffon dress ! Features a flattering tailored bodice, and skirt has panels that look amazing on and with movement. Hidden ...

This dress has so many unique details that make it such a must-have. Wear this as a wedding gown or to a red carpet event, no matter the occasion this dress will have you feeling ang...

A rare 1960's formal dress by important American designer Gertrude Arzt of Huntington Texas. Indian inspired overall pattern in gold thread on a satin/silk morphing color from yello...

Gorgeous and heavy hand-beaded and sequin wool knit dress. Unlined. Back metal zip and hook closure. Fabric contains some stretch. Details: Unlined Back Metal Zip Closure Cir...

50s Magenta Rose Jacquard Gown. Metal back zip. Skirt lined in tulle.

Quintessential Timeless Retro Satin Glamour Gown from the 1940's. Of Silk Satin with twist detail at waist which extends onto hips with horsehair supported bands. Strong shoulders wi...

Jet-black, silk dress with stripes made of glitter designed by Pauline Trigere dating to the 1960's. Best fits a US 2-4. Approximate bust measurement: 32-33" and length 38". Fully li...

Vintage 1960s Sarmi black floor length dress with a low cut neck surrounded by a layered ruffle and a ribbon bow belt at waist. Back zip. No ...

Yellow beaded gown. Longsleeve. Rear zipper closure. Silk. Lined. *Condition: excellent vintage condition. No visible flaws. Measurements Taken La...

Stunning 1950s demi couture black chantilly lace beaded long sleeve fit n' flare dress! There are so many details on this beauty! Tailored bodice with thousands of hand-sewn black se...

1950s Emma Domb Black and Pink Tulle Party Dress. Ruffled tulle bodice embellished with pearls. Ribbon embellishments. Two layers of black tulle ov...

A great coral velvet dress from Emma Domb. It has a scoop neckline, shoulder straps and a small band at the waist. The straight skirt portion is encircled around the hem with 7 appl...

A gorgeous lavender silk dress made in 1960s British Hon Kong. It is sleeveless with a V neckline elaborately detailed in loops of piping highligh...

Elegant Peach Silk Chiffon Art Deco Pleated Edge Trimmed Gown from the 1930's. Pleated trim is used to edge the cape collar, sleeves and create neckline flowers. Hook and eye closure at neck with pleated detail down front. Full bias skirt...

1960s Red duchess stain evening gown with a strapless bodice in a matching red illusion lace. The empire waistline has a red velvet trim and the skirt is entirely faced to give the s...

Very rare, vivid fuchsia, silk mini dress by Cristobal Balenciaga for Eisa dating to the 1960's. Fits a size 4 or 6. Approximate measurements: bust 36", waist 36", hips 38" and lengt...

1950s Ivory Sequin Halterneck Gown. Gathered sweetheart neckline, nips in at natural waist. Full length flared skirt serves ultimate glamour, the entir...

Jet black haute couture wool dress with beautiful flounce trimmed in satin from Pierre Balmain dating to the late 1960's. All of the details you would expect with a haute couture gar...

A truly breathtaking and luxurious mid 1930's metallic gold shimmer lamé bias cut gown from the high-end London department store Debenham & Freebody. This special department store became the first of over 60 nationwide. In 1935 Debenham and Freebody advertised their fashionable model gowns under the tagline: ‘Distinction in Dress at Moderate Cost’ which was key during the historic Great Depression. Finding early examples from this rare label is incredibly hard to do let alone a gorgeous 'Old Hollywood...

1950s Red Lace Cocktail Dress B 30 W 26 H 40 L 45

1950s A-line Cotton Dress with velvet bows and Matching belt Bust - 36 Waist - 26 Hip - FR Length - 41 Size Us - S

White Lace-Detail Slip Dress, 1930s. Lace overlay to bust, natural waist seam, and full length skirt.

The vibrant rainbow-stripe used on this ivory silk rayon 1930's "Cartwright" designer dress ensemble has a whimsical allure that I find irresistible. The sleeveless bodice has a flir...

1966 Geoffrey Beene Black knit studded Jersey ( see ad from vogue 1967) Bust 34” / Waist 28” / Hip 36” Dress is unlined and there is small hole ( see image attached) Label has been r...

Torso Creations Canary Silk Crepe Micro-Mini Dress w Extravagant Ostrich Trim: Tank cut neck, fully lined and zippered back. Would be perfect for any costume ball! US size 4-6.

A Christian Dior-New York (founded in 1948) black silk/satin evening dress. Bearing a Christian Dior Original made in USA Christian Dior-New Yo...

1960's Dynasty cocktail dress and coat ensemble in a wool blend winter white fabric with metallic gold accents. The fabulous Nehru style coat buttons at ...

Oscar de la Renta Gilt Floral Reembroidered Lace Mini Baby Doll Dress from the 1960's. Designed as a mini with full sheer sleeves with a faux bolero edged in elaborate gold bullion and rhinestone trim with gilt hoops. Opens down front with hooks and snaps with built in tulle crinoline. Retailed by L.A. Schulman, White Plains...

Amazing vintage handmade caftan, caramel color crushed silk velvet heavily with gold rim threads. Circa 1960's The honey gold velvet kaftan is embroidered and embellished entirely by...

From the house of FranceVramant Paris (Founded 1935), a crepe silk 1930's Haute Couture Evening Gown designed by Madeleine Vramant. Approx size EU 38

1960s Victoria Royale Ltd. Beaded Sequined Mod Cocktail Dress in Black: Empire waistline. Bodice is heavily beaded with a banded neckline. Double lay...

Phenomenal early 60s GENE SHELLY’S International Boutique International gold sequined full length dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins on a soft stretchy wool. Keyhole ope...

Chic EMMA DOMMB 1960s turquoise blue silk, rayon and velvet pearl encrusted dress ! Features a soft velvet above the bust. Silk / Rayon body with semi sheer mesh overlay. Tailored bo...

The breathtaking rich red and maroon watercolor deco floral print used on this late 1930's silk gown has a striking allure that I find irresistible. The elegant bodice has a low plun...

Beautiful 1960s Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr Green Sleeveless Silk Dress with beautiful neckline and bow. Dress is lined and has pockets. Size: 2/4 Small Bust: 34 inches/ Waist:...

1940s Black Crepe Dress with Green and Yellow Paisley beaded sequins. Dress comes with sash/belt. Size M

French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...

An amazing and highly stylized 1950's floral silk-faille dress by the famous American designer Peggy Hunt. Starting in the 1930's through the early 1960's, she was immensely successf...

1930s Rayon Bust : 36in Waist : 30in Hips : 36in Length : 60in

1950s velvet/purple tulle party dress featuring a strapless fitted and boned bodice that has a sweetheart neckline adorned with ruffled tulle. The ...

Marie McCarthy for Larry Aldrich heavily beaded brocade, A line halter neck mini dress from the 1960s. Aqua, cream and gold metallic brocade is covered in large and small iridescent ...

1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stan...

Beautiful 1950s demi couture shawl collar short sleeve silk dress ! Features floral prints in different shades of green, tan and purple Hidden metal zip...

Absolutely gorgeous Harvey Berin designer cocktail dress dating back to the late 1950's. I'm so in love with that pale blush-pink color! Harvey...

With the sparkling embellishment and ethereal ivory creme color, this dazzling 1960's Malcolm Starr evening gown does not disappoint. The substantial weight of the draped silk chiffon fabric whispers high-end luxury. The bodice is an elegant shelf-bust empire plunge with sparkling adornment. Metallic gold embroidery and beadwork cover the whole bust; giving the garment so much depth and texture. This figure flattering designer gown...

1968 James Galanos Black Silk Satin A-Line Cocktail Dress w Scattered Rhinestone Clusters: A spectacularly stunning and simple black special-occasion cocktail or formal dress in a sl...

1960s Helen Rose full-length evening gown in a cream silk chiffon featuring ornate beadwork and embroidery with pearls, glass beads, and brass decoration. Beading is along the bottom...

30s Pale yellow Mesh Gown and Slip. Side snap closure. We have sever original 1930s slips in varying colors so purchaser would not have to take the green slip...

Deep brown, ankle-length, wool dress with plunging deep V neckline and long sleeves designed by Rudi Gernreich dating to the 1960's. Labeled a size 8 however this best fits a US 2 to...