Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Ivory Shantung Silk Mini Dress w Rhinestone Décolletage and A-Line Skirt: From Engelman's, this lady-like princess-cut bodice is edged in bead, pearl and rhinestone piping down...

Sybil Connolly is a well known Couture Designer who worked in Ireland. Jackie Kennedy wore one of her designs for her official White House portrait. Connolly used native fabrics and...

Black silk Gazar cocktail dress with ribbons embroideries. Silk lining. Zip in the middle back and bow ( close with snap) SIZE L

The designer of this dress is unknown, but that makes it no less spectacular. Possibly created by renowned Italian-French designer Pierre A. Cardin, this 1960’s dress is an incredibl...

Rare Musuem Worthy 60s GEOFFREY BEENE Couture gunmetal + silver metallic silk lurex caped evening dress! Luxurioussoft (not scratchy at all) silk lurex f...

Cha cha d’amour! This Neal of California design will have you shimmiying across the room with loads of ‘va-va-voom’ attitude. The form fitting silhouette zips and hooks at the back...

Chic 1960s BH WRAGGE abstract print silk pastel wrap dress! BH Wragge was known for their creative one-of-a-kind bold abstract prints that were both stylish ...

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...

Elegant 1940's Draped Silk Crepe One Shoulder Gown with ruffled scarf. Draped bodice extends into shoulder with bralette stitched inside for support. Full skirt with panels at each s...

Adorable vintage Adolfo for Saks 5th Avenue lipstick red knit dress. Signature Adolfo knit, with quite a bit of stretch. Chic puff sleeves, with a flattering Babydoll fit, and full s...

Jet black haute couture dress with Broderie anglaise lace trim and uniquely shaped patch pockets designed by Antonio del Castillo dating to the 1960's. Hand finished throughout. Best...

Stunning vintage early 1950s cocktail dress in black and nude silk satin and silk chiffon. Full skirt with silk lining and boned bodice. Gorgeous construction. Rear metal zip and hoo...

Circa 1965-1969 Magnificent evening gown and cape in yellow Guipure lace, model named Alizée by Jacques Heim Haute Couture. High-waisted sheath dress with large plunging neckline and back zip fastening. Whalebone bustier lined with white tulle and highlighted at the front by a braided bow and embroidered iridescent and translucent faceted beads. Plunging cape in the back, with kimono sleeves and trimmed with pale yellow ostrich feathers. Matching yellow organza lining for the cape and underskirt. Note the high quality of the lace with its baroque motifs, made in France in the Calais or Caudry style. Label indicating Jacques Heim Paris...

Amazing vintage 1950s Demi Couture French Lace dress and caplet! Wonderful beige/nude/brown color lace, with matching caplet. Impeccable construction...

A stunning vintage evening gown by Cresta. The dress has a stand up collar, sheer sleaves , a ribbon belt, and central back zip.

Stunning and elegant late 1960's Galanos couture black silk chiffon gown. Fitted halter style bodice with vertical gathering at bust and horizontal ...

From the early 1950s comes this heavenly silk dress by Hattie Carnegie. Its nipped-waist silhouette is the perfect canvas for the gorgeous watercolor print that unfolds upon it: a blanket of pretty peonies in shades of pink, gray, white, lavender and, of course, Carnegie blue. “My clothes are built to show off the woman who wears them,” the American designer once said. “I like them to be simple—complicated and simple—to move well, to move with the times and a little ahead of them.” Still stunning today, this vintage treasure is a reflection of her philosophy—and a ladylike option for so many occasions, from a springtime luncheon to a summertime wedding or garden party. Measurements Size estimate: XS/S Bust: 32 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: 34 inches Length: 42 inches This vintage Hattie Carnegie dress...

Chic and rare CHARLES HYMEN novelty postcard print fit n’ flare silk dress ! Features prints of different postcards and letters throughout. Buttons up the front center bodice. Hidden...

Amazing long sleeve black Victoria Royal Ltd. full length gown with gold bead embellishment at bodice and sleeves. Gold ribbon trim at hem and tiny gold tassels adorn the bottom. Bac...

A chic vintage cocktail dress with shawl collar with fringe detail . The dress has wonderful tailoring and opens with a side zip, and is fully lined.

Chic early 60s chartreuse green and olive green cap sleeve cotton dress. Features flattering vertical stripes on the fitted bodice, with a high neck, and attached belt. Dipped back c...

A chic cocktail dress designed by Worth, London. The dress has an outer layer of dark grey silk chiffon. The skirt is lined in a deep mauve/grey coloured fabric and the bust area in ...

Simple and well cut half wrap dress in shiny beige tones, with a v-neck and a cape overlay. The long sleeves have eight covered buttons each, and there is a built in waist band. T...

An stunning Christian Dior Original from the late 1950s in two color coral and fuschia floral brocade. Features a wrap style blouson bodice and gathered full skirt. The belt is shape...

Tina Leser used a colorful cotton border print from the South of France for this charming two piece dress and shawl. The boned camisole style top is cut entirely from the border prin...

Gorgeous vintage 1960s guipure daisy lace Wedding dress in white. Features sheer chiffon panel and gathered sleeve with buttons and beauiful back train. Size small.

Simple and stunning beautiful Geoffrey Beene 1960s gown. Sleeveless with curved seams at the waist that create a full skirt that with beautiful draping. Invisible zipper up the back ...

This RARE Schiaparelli attributed cocktail or day dress is composed of a pink silk Damask, with a floral print. The Label is missing from this dress and apparently tradectly lost w...

This cocktail dress is composed of black lace with silk. The bodice features scalloped edges with a nude underlay. The skirt is shot with crinoline (not included). There is a zipper...

Amazing 1960s CEIL CHAPMAN burnt orange and gold metallic silk brocade full length maxi dress and long sleeve tunic top ! Dress features a solid orange silk bodice, with a paisley pr...

Iconic "Trompe l'oeil" long wool jersey dress. Size 44 (It) but fit more likely S Camerino won a Neiman Marcus Fashion Award in 1956 in recognition of the success and influence of ...

An Audrey Hepburn style stunner, this Givenchy-inspired dress features handmade Spanish lace cut from an enormous mantilla and meticulously hand s...

This playful and vibrant maxi-dress was made for Richard Blauner’s Boutique in the late 1960s and it is so well made. Tailored to a classic empire silhouette that falls to the ankle,...

This gown features a embellished bodice with jersey skirt. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for pers...

A balance of masculine and feminine, this frothy party dress pairs tuxedo references like bib pleating and a wide cummerbund with an undeniably ladylike silhouette complete with a 25...

This outstanding 1930s vibrantly printed maxi dress is one of the best we have ever had in Circa's collection. From France and made to couture standards, the fabric is wonderful; tai...

A cocktail dress that stands apart not only for its nude hue but also for its architectural silhouette, this piece radiates mid-century chic. It reminds us of vintage beauty parlor dome hairdryers and Gaultier cone bras...

Printed cocktail dress in silver and gold brocade with pearl button and lurex passementerie in the middle front. Silk lining. SIZE 38/40 (Fr) M/L

This fabulous 1960s pleated silk chiffon and taffeta russet tone cocktail dress showcases some strikingly innovative tailoring and is in beautiful vintage condition. The dress is com...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features a drape detail at the waist and shawl style draping at the upper back. There is an interior foundatio...

1950S Black Rayon & Silk Lace Ruffled Fit Flare Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress

The prettiest party dress in Fuchsia brocade and overlayed with sparkly black point d'esprit that covers the entire skirt, making for a magical, textured quality. The lace is trimmed...

Chic 60s SHERBERT ORIGINALS black, beige and taupe linen 3/4 sleeve shift dress! Features a taupe neck and arms, with a beige / brown stripe at sleeve cuff and bow at center chest. F...

A pretty dusty pink /grey evening gown . The dress has a scoop neckline and backline, and has a side zip opening . There is a 21'' slit at the front.

Spring Summer 1963 France A Pierre Balmain dress in cream wool jersey from the 1960s. Sleeveless dress with straight cut tightened at the waist with loose effect. At the front, ther...

One of my favorite Mollie Parnis pieces ever! Chic paisley print throughout in vibrant colors (This metallic silk fabric is magnificent!) Features a tie up the bodice, with tiny rhin...

Chic 1960s mod space age LOUIS FERAUD khaki / tan and ivory short sleeve lightweight wool A-Line dress ! Tailored bodice features round white mock buttons up the front. Couture quali...

A stunning winter white wool dress designed by Andre Courreges in the 1960's has a raised seam on the bodice and a double raised seam at the waistline. This is incorporated into the ...

A pretty dove grey vintage cocktail dress by Zenith Original. The dress has a scoop necklline, front and back and as a built in petticoat with frill at...

This mid 1960s black column dress is chic, sophisticated and perfect for any formal occasion. It has a georgette fabric neckline which is slightly t...

A wonderful vintage dress in a vibrant blue silk velvet. The dress has a v neckline, popper fastenings and log of mutton sleaves. It has narrow wrist...

Circa 1960 France Silk dress with black polka dots on a white background accompanied by a similar bow belt and fringed pans, by the Jeanne Lanvin House directed by Antonio Castillo...

Chic 1960s I. MAGNIN lime green cargo pocket mod short sleeve shift dress! Features four functional cargo pocket on each side of the dress. Metal ball butt...

This is a gorgeous vintage long black chiffon gown by Helen Rose, from the 1950's. The gown has short cap sleeves, empire waist, a zipper up the ba...

This is the little black dress by one of the most revered fashion houses of all time and during Marc Bohan's time as head designer. He took over as creative director from Yves Saint...

This early 1950s Ceil Chapman taffeta and silk dress is a timeless and elegant party dress. It has a fitted ruched bodice, cut from soft black silk jersey, which hugs the body beautifully to create a feminine shape. The ruching is sewn in two vertical lines down the front of the dress and is also shaped around the bust. The skirt flares out from the bodice at around the low hip point and is made up of black taffeta which is pleated to create volume and movement. The material has a lovely thick, quality feel to it. The dress fastens down the back with the original metal zipper which is finished with a hook and eye closure to the top. Ceil Chapman was famously the favourite designer of Marilyn Monroe, and was renowned all over the world for creating glamorous cocktail dresses and party gowns...

Chic early 60s vintage lime green fully sequined 3/4 sleeves wool dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins throughout the entire dress. Fully lined in rayon with full metal zi...

A pretty dusty pink lace vintage cocktail dress . The has a drop waist , a v backline, central back zip and is fully lined.

Very rare silk haute couture dress with ruching from Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Color is a purple-blue shade and the fabric is a delicate silk. Fits a size 4-6. Zips up ce...

Chic 60s larger size neon abstract flower print cotton shift dress! Features vibrant colors of hot pink, neon orange, neon lime green, and bright blue throughout. hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure Can easily be dressed up or down. The pictured vintage Paloma Picasso black and gold leather belt...