Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Circa 1950-1960 Morocco Beautiful Moroccan ceremonial Kaftan in black satin brocaded with golden blades with a design of chrysanthemum flowers. Ample coat with bell buttons embroid...

This elegant shift dress was created by Pierre Balmain in his 1960s heyday. Extolled for the sculptural quality that characterises his work, Balmain lovingly described dressmaking as...

Chic mid 1960s cotton trapeze A-Line cotton dress! Features a mock neck with a flattering trapeze fit! hire background with vibrant colored polka dots throughout the entire dress. Pu...

A wonderful vintage coat dress, in a pretty pink silk with wonderful tailoring. The coat dress has an off centre button opening - with covered buttons and great tailoring. Measuremen...

Elegant 1960s Yellow, Grey and Blue Floral Print beaded Sheath sleeveless cocktail dress. Fitted waist. Size 4 measurement: B: 34/ Waist 26” / Hip 38”/ Length 52” *** dress has som...

The bodice of this exquisite vintage empire waist dress features an intricate beaded design inspired by blooming flowers, while the skirt bo...

Beautiful 1960s MARDI GRAS gold lame silk colorful shift dress and jacket ensemble! Features a gold silk lame, with colorful silk tile prints in purple, blu...

A honeymoon dress that was never worn (because the groom shipped out to Korea immediately after the wedding), this dress is the pinnacle of femininity....

A fabulous little black silk 1940s dress. It has a V neckline, elbow length sleeves, shoulder pads and a front peplum on the A line skirt. The bodice front has 2 self covered buttons and bound buttonholes. The incredible detail includes dozens of intricately constructed individually finished matching applique fabric...

Elegant 1960s Blue and Green Spaghetti Strap Floral Silk print cocktail gown . Size: 6 Measurement: Bust 35” / Waist: 27” / Hip 38” / Dress length: 55”

This sensational 1960s silk chiffon pleated evening dress by Hannalore of London combines fairy tale glamour with a striking and elegant line. The dress is a sleeveless shift cut wit...

Fabulous 1960s JOHN BOYLE BISHOP black, red and terra cotta brown silk trained gown! Features an elegant high neck with a dramatic cape-like train in the back. Semi sheer patterned s...

This stunning two-piece ensemble is unlike anything we’ve ever seen before. We believe it to have been made in Hong Kong in the 1960s, an area known for its outstanding beadwork duri...

Beautiful vintage 50s emerald green Asian themed fit n' flare silk dress! Features a flattering square neckline with 3/4 length sleeves. Two bows at center waist. Full metal zipper u...

This 1960s cream and gold lurex maxi dress by Jean Allen could easily be dressed up for a formal event or worn more informally as resort wear. It is sleeveless and features a V neck ...

A lovely vintage cocktail dress for Fall/Winter. In a ruby red fabric, the dress has detail on the bodice and a scoop front line and backline. It is lined and has a central back zip....

Beautiful vintage 1950s 50s rare dress designed by baseball great Leo Durocher's second wife, Grace Dozier Durocher, for CAROLE KING! Luxurious dark green ...

1960S Cream Beaded Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Gown With Matching Evening Bolero

See-through black lace evening dress with blue sequin embellishement. Small buttons covered with black silk and buttonhole on the cuffs. Cut-work. Total lenght in the front= 140 cm ...

Beautiful 1960s KIKI HART black silk chiffon nude illusion evening gown ! Features sheer above the bust and sleeves. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Attached...

Hollywood Glamour Vibes. Not sure if I'm really ready to part with her but oh well... This true beauty is what boudoir dreams are made of. The most amazing pure Silk Kimono Dress...

This 1960s white lace dress was made by British label Jean Varon and is a beautiful example of the designer's penchant for romantic detailing, synonymous with his work during this er...

Beautiful 60s ANN BARRY taupe and brown Chantilly lace tiered A-Line / Shift dress! Chic brown silk ribbon sleeve straps, that feature a bow on each str...

Very rare jet black floral brocade dress and matching jacket from Cristobal Balenciaga dating to the early 1960's. Ensemble best fits a small US s...

This magnificent late 1950s or early 1960s Hardy Aimes couture silk organza occasion dress is a fantastic example of this celebrated designer's artful tailoring and use of structured silks. Best renowned for his appointment in 1955 to HRH Queen Elizabeth II as Royal Dressmaker, Aimes created pieces for many public figures such as Vivien Leigh, Deborah Kerr, the Duchess of Devonshire, Princess Michael of Kent and Barbara Cartland...

Strikingly beautiful yellow silk Lanvin gown from approximately 1967. Gown features a high mandarin like collar in a raspberry red. The two saturated colors compliment each other per...

A stunning vintage couture gown and jacket by the famous Italian designer Irene Galitzine. The gown is strapless in a vibrant green colour with bo...

1960 Lilija Necis Polka Dot Lame Organza Caftan Gown w Floral Color Print: Empire bust cut with front center bust bow. Full length cape-style angel sl...

1960s Black Rhinestoned Cocktail Dress. Rhinestone detail at straps and graduating down to bottom. Pique fabric with some shine. Curve...

1960's Madame Grés demi-couture black velvet evening gown featuring center front and back keyhole. Separate voluminous taffeta slip skirt. In very good condition - some minor wear to...

JEAN DESSES HAUTE COUTURE - Long dress in pink and white lace, raffia, and silk chiffon. It features a back bow, and bones at the bust. Circa 1950s. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR/38FR. Condition: Good general condition. The armpits are a little yellowed. Measurements: Bust: 42 cm (16.53") - Waist: 36 cm (14.17") - Hips: 44 cm (17.32") - Length: 142 cm (55.9") SKU:VR211 Jean Dessès Jean Dessès, a Greek fashion designer, founded his house in Paris in 1937. Renowned for his sumptuous evening and wedding dresses, he used drapery...

Chic 1960s yellow, grey, black and white plaid wrap style A line dress! Features a fitted charcoal gray bodice, with a wool boucle bell shaped skirt in a tartan plaid. Interior snaps...

Chic 1960s ivory and gold lace A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a nice full flattering flared skirt. Gold embroidered waistband and sleeve cuffs are adorned with gold seq...

Lovely Art Deco Burn Out Velvet Gown from the 1930's. Typical bias slim cut velvet with flutter sleeves with incredible sheer Art Deco arrow designs ra...

Vintage powder pink tulle dress with velvet decorations. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. Piece from the 1930. Additional information: Condition: ...

Fontana Sisters haute couture cocktail dress made with metallic thread - the thread has oxidized, giving the dress it's unusual, amazing look. Has pane...

Ca. 1965 Ceil Chapman champagne-colored satin faux pearl beaded cocktail dress. Dress features an A-line silhouette with a mock wrap at front and zipper closure at back. The dress i...

Hard-to-find 1930s cocktail dress in excellent condition with a scoop-neck, sleeveless bodice of black silk charmeuse and a tiered skirt of black lace. The bodice is studded with rhi...

Beautiful vintage 30s velvet black dress with velvet devore on the sleeves. - cowl neck - velvet sash/ belt Size: Medium- Large Bust: 38"-39” Waist 34”/ H...

Art Deco Silver and Blue Lame Wrap Gown, originally destined for the boudoir, but, works wonderfully as an evening coat. Made from silky metallic French lame...

A gown that would be right at home sledding through the steppes or attending the Mariinsky Theater, this regal dress literally drips with understated glamo...

A beautiful black silk 1940s dress by Eisenberg Originals. It has a crew neckline, long sleeves and a stunning richly detailed glass seed beaded lace insert across the upper chest an...

Gorgeous vintage 50s SILVANO OF ROMA FOR HEISER red silk dip hem mini dress or top! Hard to find designer is hugely sought after! Features an all-over metallic brocade pattern in gol...

A great vintage evening gown in a pretty purple colour. The dress has a v neckline and backline, with side opening with hooks and eyes. It has a self fabric half belt at the back and...

Chic 1950s ADELE SIMPSON black silk two piece blouse and skirt! Features a tailored 3/4 sleeves blouse with tie at center neck. Silk Covered buttons up the front center. High waisted...

1930s very Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown. Sleeves have been draped into folds that almost extend to the elbow. The bodice has a deep v-neckline a...

Chic early 60s blue, gray and black leopard / cheetah animal print sleeveles silk sheath dress ! Features two shades of blue, grey and white throughout. Tailored bodice with a straig...

Gown is missing label and is priced accordingly. True Haute Couture construction fully boned and lined in silk faille in the bodice and satin back crepe in the skirt. Exceptional hand finishing throughout. The beading is done in an abstracted ombré, reflecting the hand dyed ombré in the silk. The beads are of the high quality hand faceted kind, which sparkle in the evening light, added sparkle as they all fall into a short fringe which shimmers as the wearer moves. 1950S PIERRE BALMAIN...

This Robert Rodriguez of Madrid dress is composed of a grey silk organza. There is a center front neck tie with mother of pearl style buttons. The skirt f...

Chic 60s linen flower print sleeveless A-Line dress! Features a purple background, with pink, yellow and green flowers printed throughout. Tailored bodice...

A fabulous black silk 1930's gown with incredible seaming and lines plus a white broiderie anglaise bolero jacket. The dress skims the body with a front V neckline, sides gathered on...

1960s evening dress by Malcolm Starr in pale pink satin with beaded emellishment throughout. This consists of primarily silver beads in various shapes and sizes, the body covered wit...

Very rare navy satin coat dress designed by Jacques Fath for Joseph Halpert dating to the 1940's. Best fits a size 4. Approximate measurements: should...

1930s Silk chiffon dress with intricate pin-tuck detail hook and eye opening on one shoulder and poppers on one hip

This original 1950s turquoise and net prom dress is a real show-stopping, fairy tale piece. It reminds us of the Disney Princess dress worn by Cinderella at the ball. There are three layers to the skirt; an acetate underskirt, over-laid with a plain net skirt and finally the top layer. This has 11 ruffle trims added in rows which give the dress a very full and sweeping profile. The boned bodice is also in the same coloured ruched fabric, imitating taffeta silk with net trim to the sweetheart neckline. The dress has a very pleasing detachable layered net halter neck that widens over the shoulders to give a little cape like effect. Fastening to the rear with the original concealed centre back zip and hook and eye closure. A long bow...

vintage Anne Fogarty metallic cocktail dress fit & flare silhouette dark silver lurex mock neck collar short sleeves free flowing pleated skirt falls to knee length dress is lined ba...

Beautiful and unique 1930s dress. Done completely in sheer mesh with a embroidered Floral Motif. Flutter collar and sleeves. Snaps up the side. Color is a gray purple tone. Wear as a peek a boo or wear a slip. Measures up to 31 Bust -- 25Waist-- 34 Hips--51 Length. Please check our storefront for more contemporary, vintage, hundreds of pieces of designer and fine Jewelry. We have been selling on 1st dibs...

Lanvin vintage 1960s by Jules Francois Crahay navy blue long sleeve shirt dress with buttons to waist and belt. Features crown and shield design with Lanvin JL logos throughout in re...

The Bindalli Caftan is a garment made for special occasions such as weddings. Bindallis were worn by the bride, and her female family and friends. Marked by elaborate floral designs bindallis were decorated with dival embroidery, a technique in which metallic threads are applied to the ground fabric and stitched down rather than sewn into the fabric, embellished with pearls and other beads. Most bindallis were long dresses, worn with matching slippers. Elegant Moroccan Ottoman style caftan, velvet embroidered with Turkish gold threads and beads. This dark green maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished by hand. One of a kind custom wedding Moroccan Ottoman style gown. The kaftan features a traditional neckline, with gently fluted embellished sleeves. Nice example of the traditional women wedding dress. Size Large: Measurements: Bust 40". Waist 38". Hips 40". Across shoulders 18"5. Sleeve length 20". Center back length 55". Jimmy Hendrix, Elvis Presley, Prince worn...

Early 1960's Pierre Balmain No. 158143 haute couture silk organza floral print gown with multi-layered ruffle trim at the neckline and hem. There a double layer of silk lining at the...