Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s A-Line Red & Black Novelty Dress. Full red felt skirt with adorable felt multicolored circles and rhinestones. Black draped bodice.

This is a charming and collectible vintage cocktail dress from Ceil Chapman. It is made of a darker pink chiffon with a pink silk lining and a zipper up the back. The chiffon is gath...

Here's a pretty cocktail dress from Travilla, most likely made in the 1960s. Made from what we suspect is a silk/wool blend fabric, it features an illusion lace bodice, sheer lace ha...

This is a vintage black silk cocktail dress with blue flowers by Ceil Chapman, from 1960. The dress has long 22" sleeves, 23" zipper in the back, a collar, and a blue bow at the cent...

This Eleanora Garnett gown is composed of a silver silk with a red embellished waist. Features a darted style bust. There is a side zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. (...

Very rare, gorgeous black bugle beaded gown from Ceil Chapman dating to approximately 1960. Zips up back. US size 2/4 (fits a 24" waist). There is some li...

Gene Shelly 1960s evening dress in mocha bouclé accented with metallic wine-colored seed beads and faux pearls! The seed beads form a jeweled collar and ...

This Swee Lo for Haute Couture International dress is composed of a black and white beaded silk. Features a floral pattern with belt. There is a center back zi...

Exquisite 1960's red chiffon hanky hem gown with matching capelet. Fitted through the bodice with spaghetti straps the dress is double layered, a feature that is accented by the irre...

Vintage Mollie Parnis black dress and jacket. Tiny Swiss dot pattern throughout. The dress is sleeveless with spaghetti straps, fitted bodice with lace trim, flowing skirt and back z...

This is a vintage silver and gold multi-colored metallic floral print cocktail dress by Ceil Chapman, from 1950. The cocktail dress has short sleeves, a scoop neckline, and a high fi...

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...

Late 1950s to 1960s Jacques Heim demi couture cocktail dress with a lovely and unusual velvet trim design. It has a wide boatneck and short sleeves, which feature a black velvet pane...

This American made high end 1960s cocktail dress has a sophisticated monochrome rose print and striped pattern bodice. It has been expertly and lavishly embellished with thousands o...

Chanel Byzance from Chanel Fall 2011 runway collection. it is adorned with Chanel CC logo buttons. Fabric is 80% wool, 14% nylon, and 6% polyester.

A fantastic 1960s Mod black wool crepe tailored dress from I. Magnin. Possibly a Teal Traina, but no maker indicated. Fantastic details are found in this supremely simple yet impossi...

This spectacular cocktail dress is circa 1960's and is beautifully beaded. There is a center back zipper. Excellent condition. Measures (Approximately) Length: 40.5" (Strap to e...

This cocktail dress is composed of an off white silk and is embellished with iridescent sequins. The spaghetti strap design features a center back zipper closure. In excellent vint...

This stylish vintage 1950s Kitty Copeland black silk taffeta dress with polkadot detail and peplum sash boasts timeless city chic and unusual design features. The taffeta overlay has...

A beautiful late 1940s Fred A. Block Original black rayon crepe shirtwaist-style cocktail dress with fitted waist (belt missing) and covered buttons down front to hip. Skirt is plea...

Shimmery Gold and black French brocade and complementing lace. A perfect dress that goes from cocktails to black tie and makes for a striking impression. If your after the gold, thi...

Vintage Pierre Cardin black wool cocktail dress that features an attached chrome metal necklace and bracelet cuffs, slim body, center front slit, center back zipper and below the kne...

A show stopping dress from Nan Duskin. Fashioned from a metallic accented brocade in hues of magenta, blush, tangerine and champagne. Bullion trim sur...

This incredible 1960s black lace and velvet cocktail dress is couture from British designer John Cavanagh, who was renowned for his understated, elegant designs and often created pie...

This is a highly collectible vintage piece from Ceil Chapman. It is made from a black jersey knit with a satin lining. The bodice and sleeves are ruched and the skirt is draped in th...

VINTAGE GRACE NY Oleg Cassini Black Embellished Cocktail Dress. Most known for his bridal and evening wear, Oleg Cassini humbly began his career selling his designs out of his mothe...

This mid to late 1960s cocktail or party dress is composed of three tiers and a lace ruffle panelling at the bottom of the dress. Panels are made of a transparent black floral lace and black satin. The satin fabric appears to have a grain, and is lined in black polyester. The solid panels are cleverly placed to cover the bust and crotch area. The collar is a scoop neck and two bust darts can be found on the front. This dress is in excellent vintage condition save for a couple of very small pulls which are unnoticeable when the dress is being worn. Labeled a UK size 12, this runs smaller than modern sizing. Our model is a UK 6-8 or US 2-4 and this fits her well. Gerald McCann...

A pretty vintage sage green silk ball gown /evening gown by Muriel Martin. The gown has a boat neckline at the front, and a square back neckline. There...

This is a gorgeous vintage custom made gown. The gown features a mock neck and long sleeves. The bodice is accented with gold braided details and rhinestones. Center back zipper clos...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features draping at the center front and a center back zipper. There is a sash detail at the center back waist...

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...

This Ceil Chapman gown is composed of a black chiffon skirt and features an upper beaded lace bodice. The dress has an empire waist with a full gat...

Stunning 2 piece Vintage Taffeta 1960s Dress with matching jacket *Tight fitting Wiggle Dress *Jacket has an amazing wide collar and Dolman Sleeves and a stunning pink lining *Tight fitting on your waist. Attention to detail is wonderful on this set. Labeled Tina Rose. The lining on this set is outstanding Attention to detail is stunning. Jacket Clips...

1960s Imperial pale pink wool knit striped sequin cocktail dress in Easter pastels with zippered cuffs and back.

This is a really good example of 1950s knitted formal wear with an elaborate applique floral spray pattern that features on the bodice and the lower hem of...

Pierre Cardin vintage tunic dress in black velvet with high cut slits along the sides and a rounded hem. Back zipper fastening. Dress is fully lined. bust 36'' sleeves 22'' waist 33...

Pink linen sleeveless cocktail dress with beadwork. No fabric composition tag for the lining but probably acetate. SIZE 38 (Fr) M

Size: Small Measurements: Bust: 34" Waist: 32" Hip: 34" Sleeve: 30" Length: 54" Drape: 40"

1930's Burgundy Velvet Dress with Rabbit Fur Trimmed Sleeves Shoulders: 17" Armpit to armpit: 14" Bust: 16" Waist: 15" Hip: 19.5" Length - Front...

A stunning 1960s vivid fuchsia sequin encrusted rayon taffeta cocktail dress: Mod glamour at its best! Back overlaps with snap closures at back. Button cufflinks on beaded cuffs. Sid...

This is a long sleeve black silk crepe gown by Galanos, from the 1990's and labeled from I. Magnin. The gown has long, puffy sleeves, shoulder pads, and zips up the back. There is ...

We love the designer Sybil Zelker and under the brand name Polly Peck, made great quality fashionable clothes. This is a really wearable example from the la...

This Galanos dress is composed of a blue wool with long sleeves and features a mesh waist detail. There is a side zipper for ease of access and side pockets. A delightful design. ...

This chic 1960s black wool jersey cocktail dress is by Bruce Arnold Boutique, Hong Kong and is of exceptional quality and workmanship. Designed to appear as separates, the bodice of the dress is overlain so that the fabric surpasses the waistline, while the silk blend underlay is cinched in at the waist like a camisole. The straight skirt finishes just below the knee and is lined throughout. There is glittering black bugle beadwork embellishing the neckline, arms and the length of the sides on both the bodice and skirt in an attractive criss-cross design. This desirable piece is an excellent choice for formal evening wear...

What a glamorous cut velvet and lurex on chiffon dress with polka dots in many sizes. The white ones are cut velvet, some edged with gold lurex thread that is used for the velvet edg...

This Pat Sandler for Highlight cocktail dress is composed of an ivory silk chiffon and features pink crystal accents on the bodice. There is a center back zipper. Measures (Appro...

A great vintage party dress by Feminette. The dress has a v neckline and backline with frill detail. It has a black background with pink, yellow g...

This is a fabulous 1960s crepe and lace ruffle evening dress that reminds us so much of Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffanys! The shift design just has such timeless appeal and th...

This custom 1960's ensemble is composed of a deep green embellished silk with a floral motif. The jacket features center front hook and eye closures and the gown has a center back zi...

This lovely skirt set is composed of a stretch knit wool adorned with pink and yellow sequins. The top features a center back zipper. Measures (Approximately) Top Length: 16" C...

Presenting a vintage blue silk evening mini dress, a true treasure of opulence and glamour. This exquisite dress is adorned with gold circular mirrored disks and beads, adding a touc...

This J. Harlan design is composed of a black silk with a mesh bust detail and lace accents. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-r...

This a fabulous 1950's vintage cocktail dress from Ceil Chapman. It is made of a soft jersey knit that is draped, blouson style on the bodice and a fitted skirt. It has a scoop neckl...

This dress is composed of an off white lace applique. Features an A-line style with side zipper. In great vintage condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for personal...

This Carven Couture dress is composed of a black fabric with sequin applique at the shoulders and a flower on a the front pocket. Features a darted shou...

Beautiful late 60s LEVANTIS Nikis 3 - Athens black and red linen maxi dress ! Fitted bodice has a full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Bishop sleeves features hid...

Beautiful and very stylish vintage 1960s black organza dress with floral ribbon work applique throughout. The dress is lined in the bodice and skirt leavi...

Rety -Long black veil dress with pink and white flower patterns. It comes with a white leather belt. No size indicated, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good ...