Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Saks Fifth Avenue black cocktail dress Paillette sequin knit bodice mock neck collar long sleeves free flowing double layered jersey skirt falls to just below knee length bodic...

This gorgeous vintage evening dress was purchased at I Magnin in the late 1960's. The dress is made of fine silk chiffon with silk lining, an attached overblouse that ties in front ...

Taffeta pleated bustier dress painted with colorful flowers. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Chest: 30 c...

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Haute Couture Black Velvet Halter Dress Vintage; circa 1960s Black Velvet Round gathered halter neckline with hook and eye fastening Fitted bodice Maxi le...

An adorable black dress from Eloise Curtis. It is a scoop neck sleeveless shift with 2 rows of 12" fabric panels emanating from a band just under the bust line and a row of 14" pane...

Pierre Balmain Haute Couture (N°132-027) Dress composed of silk chiffon, embroidered with beads and sequins. Back zip closure. Additional information: Dimensions: Bust: 36 cm (14....

Rendered in a classic silhouette, this sumptuous 1950's Ceil Chapman dress, in a bold gold satin, contrasted by a cream silk bodice embellished with trailing gold glass bugle beads, ...

Balenciaga 1967 Haute Couture Black Chantilly Lace Pantalettes Dress Vintage; 1967 haute couture by Balenciaga Eisa label Black/Pink Strapless necklin...

c. 1959 Jean Patou by Karl Lagerfeld Couture strapless blue satin evening sheath gown. Matching oversized fabric buttons and large bow at back. Subtle wrap-like effect at back with c...

Ivory lace wedding dress with tulle ruffle bottom edge. Lining probably in acetate or rayon. Zip and hook&eye closure in the middle back. Total lenght in the front= 145 cm Total len...

Beautiful vintage 60s LORD AND TAYLOR baby blue chiffon grecian inspired empire gown / dress! Exquisite pale blue chiffon, that flows with movement. Stunning silhouette, with an impr...

This striking gown was couture crafted in the late 1960s to early 1970s. The fabric is really the star of the show; thick aqua jacquard is textured with geometric, floral and cloud-s...

Jacques Heim is inextricably linked with the history of French fashion. In the years 1958-1962 he was the president of the highly influential Paris Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Cou...

An absolutely breathtaking and ultra rare La Mendola Italian couture vibrant yellow pleated silk jersey beaded glamour gown dating back to their 1968 spring/summer collection. Though...

Rendered in the most incredible cream satin, and finished with delicate silver rhinestone button fastenings, this magnificent 1930's bias cut gown is a true piece of fashion history....

A quintessential "LBD", this lovely 60's Scherrer haute couture dinner/cocktail dress is ideal to complete any modern wardrobe. Cut from black silk organza which is flocked with velv...

This breathtaking 1930's black crepe silk evening dress, decorated with silver claw set rhinestones, is just the piece for that special evening occasion. The V shaped neckline of th...

Fred Perlberg Dance Originals 1950s black taffeta scoop bodice quilted full circle skirt cocktail dress. Open scoop neckline sleeveless dress with pleated straps that hug the shoulde...

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

Vintage 1960s profils du monde Yellow silk chiffon gown adorned with red , silver sequins and pearls. Timeless and chic old hollywood glamour style. F...

Vintage 1960s I. Magnin & Co. by Dynasty orange, brown and black floral print A-line quilted velvet maxi dress. Psychedelic floral and geometric pattern. Short sleeves and cheongsam ...

This circa 1968 Pierre Cardin bright orange wool sleeveless late 60s Space Age vintage dress with petalled / bubbled hem is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Fine Art...

Absolutely breathtaking black layered silk chiffon Christian Dior Couture gown from the fall/winter 1959 collection. Strapless, very subtle sweetheart neckline with a corseted bodice...

Circa 1935-1940 France Summer long dress, made of white cotton net tulle applied with floral printed silk chiffon, with an assumed romanticism and ...

Malcolm Starr made hugely popular evening dresses throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Simple shapes, such as shift-dresses, empire line cuts and sculptural forms, were his signature, oft...

Channel your inner “Palm Royale” Kristen Wiig. Beautiful late 60s Malcolm Starr attributed cotton pique vintage cut-out maxi dress! Brightly colored cotton pique quilted fabric in r...

A vision rendered in a truly embellished fashion, this original vintage 1960's cream wool silk dress, embellished with silver glass beads, pearlescent beads, gold beads and silver cl...

The most beautiful 60s vintage mini from the English label Jean Varon which was designed by John Bates in the 60s and 70s. Bates was one of the pioneers of the miniskirt. This baby...

This breathtaking 1960's yellow knitted wool dress, embellished in its entirety with clear iridescent sequins, and finished with floral beaded details in yellow rocaille beads, and i...

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...

I'm almost certain that this is a late 1960s wedding dress by Jean Varon who's designer, John Bates, was one of the best British fashion designers of his day and retailed at Harrods....

1960s Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Pastel Print Maxi Dress w Fitted Hip & Blouson Waist: Classic Pucci print in pastel purple, lavender, dove gray and pistachio feather fans. Wide concen...

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded soutache embroidery depicting blossoming flowers, surrounded by pearlescent beaded d...

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 ...

A fabulous Mod 1960s Mr. Blackwell neon yellow wide A-line swing dress: yarn-embroidered tulle layed over crepe under-dress.

From 1908 to the mid-1970s, the world-famous London store Fortnum and Mason sold clothing under its own name. This vivacious, fuchsia maxi dress was designed by Geral Paris and made ...

This original 1930s maxi gown is an eye-catching dress for an upcoming event. It is crafted from semi shear lamé in rich navy-blue and smothered in glittering gold leaves. The detail...

Black satin boléro and bustier dress cocktail ensemble with black velvet flowers on the bust. Silk organza lining. Snap closure on the jacket and on the dress as well in the middle f...

An important and absolutely magnificent Emilio Schuberth Italian couture ocean aquatic motif ivory satin gown dating back to 1951. A Met Gala worthy l...

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...

Circa 1935/1940 France Astonishing indoor or evening coat dress in pink purple and yellow gold synthetic fibranne from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop"...

1950S Off White Rayon & Silk Lace Chiffon Fitted Little Cocktail Dress

A highly coveted and truly breathtaking Christian Dior haute couture museum-quality chartreuse silk feathered glamour gown dating back to spring/summer 1968. This incredible work of ...

Ethereal late 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue creme goddess gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour. This stunning silk-chiffon garment has so much couture detail, you can tell it was made with expert devotion. The boned sweetheart plunge bodice is hand-pleated and hand-stitched into place with a unique asymmetric one-shoulder draped train. As pictured, there are a few different ways you can style the sash. Sparkling white glass-beads and sequins, in a gorgeous vine motif, cascade down the front. I love the hourglass nipped-waist which flows into a beautiful full sweep. Truly, this gown would have taken days to finish. A pure work of art and a study in dressmaking technique which reminds me of the famous Jean Desses. Breathtaking and timeless; I totally imagine this gliding down the red carpet! Measurements Bust: 35-36 inches Waist: 27 inches Hips: Swing Sweep Total Length: 57 inches This vintage Saks Fifth Avenue designer gown...

1960s Bonwit Teller pale butter yellow silk chiffon column gown with front bow. Separate overlay layer which is split at front allowing the bow on ...

Stunning 60s DYNASTY light yellow beaded and rhinestone raw silk full length evening dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn sequins, rhinestones and beads o...

A slinky and easty to wear vintage slip dress in a pretty ivory colour. The dress has a net bodice and side opening. Measurements Bust 33'', waist 2...

Black & Off White slub silk & silk organza strapless cocktail dress from the 1960s by S.Howard Hirsh California. 100% slub silk strapless cocktail dress from the 1960s that is still ...

Circa 1958 France A yellow banana ottoman silk faille ball-gown or ceremonial long dress. Boned bodice with large plunge neckline and cream oblique pleated shape faille on the chest adorned with a side knot. High waist effect obtained by a high bust from the waist widening in the bottom of the skirt. Skillful bodice work with included bra, grosgrain waistband and sheath on the hips with garters. Skirt highly structured by a white cotton lining, two petticoats of rigid tulle and a cream silk under-skirt lined with tarlatane. Cream woven satin label, black graphics Pierre Balmain Paris. Numbered 83213 under the label. Very clean and undamaged dress, little or not worn. Very good condition of colour and conservation. Collector's dress exhibited and catalogued at Villa Rosemaine...

1940s White Swiss Dot Wedding Dress. Peekaboo shoulders adorned with small ruffle trim. Long sleeves come to a point at hand. Gathered bust and basque waist....

Circa 1958 - 1962 France Amazing Japanese skirt and bolero set in black waxed satin from the House of M.A Vatan in Dijon dating from the early 1960s. Loo...

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

Beautiful vintage black silk boned bustier dress by Courreges Lined, Courrèges size 0 Measurements are taken flat Ua to Ua 15inch/38cm(x2) - Waist 12inch/30,5cm(x2) - Hip17inch/43cm...

Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone shoulder-strap and belt . Snap closure on the left side. and belt with rhinestone on. SIZE 38/ M

1950s Dorothy McNab Gold Lame & White Silk Sari-Inspired Gown w Draped Attached Waterfall Back, and Incredible Princess Seamed Bodice. Gold lame woven p...

1940S Champagne Rayon & Silk Silver Lamé Jacquard Quilted Gown With Appliqué Bodice

Beautiful and extremely flattering 1960 SYDNEY NORTH beige / khaki beaded dress! Features a front high neck, with plunging back. Neckline is embellished with hundreds of hand-sewn be...

Stunning 1960s Pucci gown in the recognizable print, a swirl of grey and pink colors. The dress falls in a column shape and closes at the padded collar with eye hooks. This dress c...