Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

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...

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

A fabulous grey wool skirt with elaborate beading around the hem. It has a 2 3/4 " waistband onto which the A line skirt is slightly gathered. Around the hem is 5" of an elaborate ...

From the estate of a mid-century opera singer comes this New Look party dress, which looks like it might have stepped out of a Henry Clarke fashion shoot....

Adorable 60s babydoll dress! Features an allover floral print in blue, green, pink, purple and white! Detachable tie belt at waist. Wonderful full poet s...

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...

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

Circa 1960's cocktail dress in silver lurex and jewelry buttons. Silk and organza lining. SIZE M

Our 1960's White Beaded V Neck Gown features a classic silhouette and a flattering v neckline- perfect for formal occasions. Whether you're a bride-to-be...

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...

Chic beautiful 1960s pale blue lace + crepe + silk mini shift dress. Features a fitted bodice, with a lace overlay. Great fit, with an amazing amount o...

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...

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...

Amazing 60s does 20 bubblegum pink and white sleeveless flapper style fringed flapper style shift dress! Soft textured cotton, with three tiers of white fringe at the hem. Full metal...

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...

Emma Domb was a San Francisco-based fashion designer who co-founded the Domb Manufacturing Company in 1939 with her daughter, Lorraine. The brand became known for its ultra-feminine ...

This superbly embellished dress was designed in the 1950s and most likely bespoke made for a special event. It incorporates many hallmarks of the era’s most-popular designs with its ...

Beautiful 1950s demi couture gold and black silk brocade and chiffon cocktail dress! Features a tailored gold and black silk flower brocade bodice, ...

Gorgeous late 1960s / early 1970s pale yellow vintage lace dress. Heavily beaded in ways which compliment and match the lace. Thousands of beads and...

Gorgeous vintage Moroccan Caftan, dark purple violet with gold threads trim, Circa 1960's The gold and purple with gold trim embroidered kaftan was custom fit. Feel like a queen in this elegant, sumptuous, Moroccan caftan with its bold design. One of a kind evening vintage Moroccan Royal maxi dress custom gown. This authentic caftan has been hand-sewn and intricately embroidered with silk gold threads...

An incredible red suit in intricately pleated fine linen made famous by Sybil Connolly. The jacket closes in front with matching silk buttons, bound buttonholes with matching silk pi...

Absolutely wonderful 1960s purple Italian rayon hand crochet knee length dress! The construction on this hard-to-find beauty is impeccable! Completely sewn by hand, with an expert ey...

A chic gown for Summer by British firm, Horrockses. In a brown and white print, the dress has wide shoulder straps with decorative ring detail, and a decorative boarder at the hem. T...

Known as "the neckline king," Luis Estévez skyrocketed to stardom in 1955 with designs that celebrated--and flaunted--the female figure. Immaculately tailored, this bombshell cocktai...

In true Hollywood Regency style, this gown technically covers the body but would leave little to the imagination if it weren't for the slip worn underneath. Despite having yards of f...

A magnificent 1960s Pierre Cardin cocktail party and evening dress. Fashioned from sheer silk chiffon in ivory with a light green abstract floral print and trimmed at the hem with i...

This rare vintage 1950s Helen Rose silk party dress is not only the most joyous confection, but a very important piece of fashion history. Helen Ros...

This lovely Heiress 1950s fine crepe occasion dress in dusky pink is pretty, gamine and features some gorgeous design details. The classic hourglass silhoue...

Yellow rayon jersey cocktail dress with beaded work. No lining. Zip in the middle back. SIZE 36/38 (Fr) S/M

Black crêpe evening dress with scarf . Double lays of crêpe. Zip on the left side. Boned. The both part of the scarves are attached on the waist, then get crossed in the middle back ...

Paul Daunay couture pink silk brocade strapless evening gown with built-in corset and structured underskirt. Paul Daunay designs were hand made to a Haute Couture standard in Geneva, Switzerland and have been exhibited alongside Haute Couture garments by Christian Dior and Cristobal Balenciaga for the 'Fifties Fashion' exhibition at the Palais Galliera...

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...

Amazing late 1960s DYNASTY soft velvet maxi dress! Vibrant colors of orange and pink, with a chocolate brown backdrop. Mod flower prints throughout. Extremely well made, with quite a...

Charming iridescent tinsel velvet cocktail dress from the 1960's. Straps sit wide on shoulders with tiny pinched waist and full pleated skirt. B...

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...

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...

This is a fabulous 1960's dress designed by Pierre Cardin in bright orange silk crepe. The dress has a round neckline, long sleeves with an open seam at the wrist, a dropped waistline and his famous "carwash" skirt. The skirt is made of looped panels resembling the panels in a drive through...

Beautiful 1950s BETTINA OF MIAMI lightweight cotton and lace fit n' flare belted dress ! Features a pale yellow cotton and black lace. Fitted tailored bodice with a forgiving full sk...

This decadent, FULLY beaded capsleeve dress is an exceptionally beautiful example of Gene Shelly's work. The hand-beaded stretch wool fabric hugs the body, making dancing a joy. This...

RARE red double lining crêpe evening dress with cape. Zip and hook&eye on the left side of the dress + split on the same side, lenght= 32 cm. ...

Full beaded cocktail dress with flower pattern. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is probably rayon end the lining is probably acetate. Zip and hook&eye closure in the m...

Vintage 1950s Hot pink silk strapless cocktail dress with beaded bust and peplum hem. Bust: 34 inches / Waist: 29” / dress length ; 33

A chic red velvet vintage dress by Frank Usher. The dress has a wrap over front and central back zip. Measurements; Size 38, Bust 36'' ,length 38''

The history of the caftan is a bit uncertain. It is believed to have originated from Turkish culture but appears in many others. In Morocco, it was first worn by men but was eventual...

Cutest vintage 1960s purple and silver metallic fringed A - Line dress! Flattering pleats at each bust, with a tailored bodice and full A-Line skirt. Features a silver metallic lurex...

1930S Russet Brown Bias Cut Rayon & Lurex Crepe Gown With Schiaparelli Style Brass Leaves Belt

Your "go-to" formal event gown, guaranteed to bring Rita Hayworth-level glamour every time. This one has everything: basic black color, heavyweight (and figure-friendly) slipper sati...

Paul Daunay gold lamé jacquard couture evening ensemble comprising: long-line waistcoat lined with purple silk and high rise a-line skirt with inverted pleats and two side pockets. Paul Daunay designs were hand made to a Haute Couture standard in Geneva, Switzerland and have been exhibited alongside Haute Couture garments by Christian Dior and Cristobal Balenciaga for the 'Fifties Fashion' exhibition at the Palais Galliera...

Sensational vintage 1950s demi couture nude French lace dress AND cropped short sleeve bolero jacket! Nearly completely hand sewn, this drop dead bea...

Chic vintage 1950s silk novelty pocket watch print silk fit n' flare nautical shirt dress! Features pocket watches printed throughout in red, white and navy blue. Buttons up the fron...

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

Smashing 1950s Demi Couture navy blue raffia dress! Vibrant navy blue raffia with an attached silk lining. Full metal zipper up the side with hook-and-eye closure. Bombshell fit, wit...

Classic Beene cocktail dress in wool crepe with satin ribbon trim.
Versatile one piece style channels the glamour of the 1950's Haute Couture.
Excellent Condition
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James Galanos for Amelia Gray Beverly Hills Beaded Floral Polka Dot Column Gown Cream silk gown with green polka dots and random white beaded flowers Couture quality construction ...

Chic long sleeve flower power and paisley print dress ! Features a tailored bodice with full metal zipper up the back and button closure. POCKETS at each side of the waist. Very well...

This gown and wrap are composed of an off white, cream hued silk. Features a gathered bodice with pleated full skirt. There is interior boning and zipper closures. The wrap has a gat...

This cocktail dress is composed of a light pink embellished taffeta. Features a side zipper closure with hook and eyes. In great vintage condition, sold "AS-IS", some discoloration a...

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...

I. Magnin 1950's Vintage dress featured in a robins egg light blue with a faux moonstone jewel-embellished neckline, pintucked skirt, and a back zipper faste...

1960s Saks Fifth Avenue black cocktail dress Paillette sequin knit bodice mock neck collar long sleeves free flowing double layered jersey skirt falls t...