Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

This is a late 1960s or early 1970s couture sequinned maxi gown by William Travilla whose name is synonymous with Marilyn Monroe for whom he worked as a costume designer from 1952. He designed, arguably, the most famous cinematic dress in history, the white pleated halterneck dress for 'The Seven Year Itch' and was Oscar nominated 5 times winning for 'The Adventures of Don Juan' where he designed costumes for Errol Flynn. He designed for his own label from 1957 and was widely acclaimed for his work on the television series The Thorn Birds and Dallas during the 1980s. The silk fabric in this gown is just beautiful and has an abstract almost painterly foliage print design; the vibrant greens and blues invoke a tropical vibe. Overlaying the silk from head to toe are tightly spaced clear sequins that have been joined together with a a silver thread giving an iridescence to the top layer of organza. The dress has a deep V-neck crossover empire line bodice with hidden covered popper buttons for modesty along the V-line. The gathered skirt is very full and is separately lined underneath in a fine quality silk crepe. A green velvet band with a neat bow completes the look. There's lots of hand finishing details on this dress and it is so well made that you could wear it either way around depending on whether you wanted slightly more coverage. The label inside the dress reads 'Haute Couture by Sally's and then the address is Palisades Park, New Jersey. Whilst not strictly, haute couture, this dress is as close to American designer royalty that you can get. A fellow vintage dealer I very much admire, Shrimpton...

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress. Classic 1950s crepe wiggle dress with draped bodice and back kick pleat. Zips up back.

Quantity: Three (3) Size 8 Measurements: Bust: 36" Waist: 30" Hip: 40" Length: 58"

Vintage late 1960s Oscar de la Renta tan/gold/bronze velvet dress. Gold metallic and brown trim. High mock neck collar. Long bishop sleeves snap at fitted cuffs. Skirt has off-center...

(Coat Only) 50s black satin cocktail sheath dress with a pleated shell bust comes with a matching black satin evening coat which has a champagne sa...

1960S CHESTER WEINBERG Style Grey Wool Dress Lined In Silk With Pockets

Late 1950s to early 1960s Suzy Perette cocktail dress featuring a black satin brocade detailed with gold metallic lurex in a repeating floral motif. The bodice is structured and fitt...

1950S Blue & Green Floral Cotton Alix Of Miami Sexy Ladylike Day Dress

A wonderful 1960s Pauline Trigère slate blue wool and silver metallic knit gown with long sleeves and incredible futuristic styled rhinestone embell...

Circa 1965-1970 France Rare model of Baby Doll Dress by André Courrèges Haute Couture model 23075 and dating from the late 1960s.  Short sleeveless dress, Trapeze shape, high waist...

Burnout Organza Sheer Black Cocktail Dress, 1960s. 1960s shift dress with handkerchief sleeves. Sheer dress with floral burnout layered over pinky-...

Black sequin maxi dress. Unlined. V-neck. Side Zipper. Silk. Marked 'Irving Detroit'. *Condition: excellent vintage condition. No visible flaws. Measurem...

Early 1960's Mollie Parnis black velvet empire waist dress inspired by the Dior look dresses from the 60's. Scoop neckline, 3/4 sleeve, black satin wide ribbon sash with raw edged fr...

VINTAGE GRACE NY Ceil Chapman Black Embellished Long Sleeve Dress c. 1940's-1950's. Ceil Chapman, renowned as Marilyn Monroe's go to fashion designer, achieved fame in the 1940s and...

1960s Orange & White Sequined Party Dress. B 30 W 30 H 30 L 35

Circa 1950-1960 France Unlabelled dress very good manufacturing, high-quality garment, chiffon flowers on green background. Short sleeves. Scarf neck can be tied. Fine pleated skir...

Stunning late 1960's Biba-esque dress by the highly collectible British label Annacat black panne velvet maxi dress. Billowy elbow length sleeves, large co...

Fully lined in silky rayon 1960S RUTH MCCULLOCH Black Polyester Chiffon Crystal Beaded Dress

This colour-block red silk cocktail dress was manufactured in America in the mid-1950s. The off-the-shoulder tailoring adds a playfully sensuous detail, whilst the cap-sleeves, cinched waist and pleated full skirt are trademarks of the era. The taffeta crimson silk has a lovely thick texture and supports the structured style of the dress. The flamboyant bow and collared neckline give way to ruched fabric at the waist. Lined in silk organza and closes with a hidden central zip to the rear. Although unlabelled, the dress is excellent quality and probably made for a high-end US department store. Photographed and modelled without under skirts...

This 1950s black wiggle dress is a fantastic example of early rayon jersey. It is of superb quality and is likely a high-end American made department store piece. It features ¾ leng...

1960S Dark Teal Cotton / Rayon Lace Dress

Beautifully constructed, this simple silk Helen Rose from the 1950's is the most classic LBD. The U neckline is balanced by the elbow length sleeves and seams down the sides of the b...

1960S AMELIA GRAY Black & Gold Hand Beaded Rayon/Lurex Brocade Gown

60s Malcom Starr Beaded Nude Cocktail Dress. Dress consists of an outer layer of sheer beaded jersey over nude silk crepe. Lining zips up back with...

1930S Burnt Orange Rayon & Silk Crepe Satin Long Sleeve Dress With Adjustable Waist Sash Handmade Neckline, XL

1960s black and white Lili Ann cocktail dress and black satin dolman bolero set.

Circa 1960 France / England Worth cocktail dress in navy blue silk-crepe with horizontal stripes embroidered with iridescent navy glitter and translucent beads, from the last perio...

Amazing Bus Stop by Lee Bender day dress. Rayon navy blue with a fun abstract floral print in yellow, red, white and green. Oversized. loose lapels create a...

1940s Rayon chiffon dress with silk braids and pleats. Waist : 32 Bust : 37 Hip : 42 Length : 45

1960s Black Beaded Lace Bodice Cocktail Sheath Dress w Outrageous Fringe: This is a spectacular, unlabeled extremely well-made dress with a heavily boned bodice to support the extra...

Vintage Donald Brooks Boutique Metallic Diamond Pattern Maxi Dress with zip front and large front vent, likely made in the early 70s. Made from a black & silver metallic or Lurex fab...

1960's haute couture Jacques Griffe spaghetti strap mini dress and matching short sleeve bolero with a hook and eye closure. Beautiful hand beaded sequins. Purple silk lining. Very s...

Timeless 1960s occasion wear dress by high quality vintage British brand - Roter. This is their ready to wear label although its as good as their couture garments and the quality is exceptional. This is made from a silk/linen/manmade blend which has the appearance of raw silk. The bodice is a crisscross design with a beautifully constructed wide empire waistband that has a painted wooden oval belt...

1960s Geoffrey Beene Renaissance inspired dress. Black wool with contrasting thick gold trim throughout bodice and at cuffs and hem. Mock ne...

This 1960's asymmetrically bejeweled "Mr Blackwell Custom" creation is Mr. Blackwell at his classic best! Black rayon crepe extravagantly beaded and stone...

1950S Purple Floral Cotton Draped Sateen Dress With Sequin Details

1950s Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress.

British high-end label Bramel designed this dress in the 1950s or very early 1960s. A graceful V-neckline and wide shoulders at the front and back is highly flattering. Black lace s...

This is a red chiffon cocktail dress by Galanos for Amelia Gray, from the 1960's. The dress has white stripes on the skirt with two layers of chiffon and a silk slip. There are white...

50s Black Silk Rose Dress

1960's French couture black silk gazar and velvet Louis Feraud cocktail dress in excellent vintage condition. Thick velvet straps and velvet detailing on bodice and hemline. Fitted t...

Joseph Magnin Embroidered Satin & Jersey Evening Dress, 1960s. Maxi-length evening dress with knit jersey bodice belted at waist with satin sash, and satin skirt embroidered with pin...

Early 1960's Holt Renfrew Canada couture design studio dress with fine black lace overlay and full layered skirt. Strapless silk under dress. Many layers of the softest lace are topp...

1960S MR BLACKWELL Black Silk Faille Bias Beaded Fringe Mod Cocktail Dress

50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress. The black lace is layered over white lace. Velvet trim on bodice. Built in layered tulle petticoat. Gr...

Stunning 1930's hand beaded long sleeve cocktail dress. Beading creates black on black horizontal stripes that get larger as they cascade towards the bottom of the dress. Neckline fe...

Chanel runway tweed sequins dress from Chanel spring 2013 runway dress adorned with Cc logo buttons and faux pearl.

This fabulous 1960s silk cocktail dress with matching belt tie is by Mardi Gras of New York and is in very good to excellent vintage condition with no issue...

Classic elegance, this strapless black short evening dress is covered with black bugle and caviar beads in a flower and vine pattern. There are ...

1961 Saks Fifth Avenue Black Satin Sheath Dress w/ Heavy Long Fringe: Smooth silk satin waistline with constructed bow. Made to order through Saks Fifth Avenue. Size 8

Measurements: Bust: 32 Length: 54"

This Geoffrey Beene gown is composed of a gold metallic knit with polka dot design, and hand beaded small pearl bodice. Gown is lined in soft white silk. There are side pockets and ...

Vintage knit dress by Bobette Imports France, likely made in the late 60s. Made from black and gold metallic Lurex knit, it features a mod Moroccan-inspired pattern throughout, with rear zip and hook/eye fastener and peasant sleeves...

From the illustrious French mill Guigou, a trapeze dress that is as chic as it is comfortable. The sand color pairs easily. When accessorized, this dress can go from day to evening. ...

This is a bright and colorful cocktail dress from Galanos for Amelia Grey. It is made of a a pink, blue, grey and brown swirl satin with a gold lurex floral print woven in. There is ...

Galanos, black, wool crepe, halter neck cocktail dress having thick braiding detail along the neckline. Back is open. Simple sightly A line silhouette.

Original 1960s black sequinned dress which would make the perfect occasion dress. It features a heavily sequinned bodice with a double satin spaghetti strap and curved chest seams to...

A fantastic 50s silk jacquard cocktail dress in black with a floral pattern: zips up the back with a square neckline, 3/4 fitted sleeves, deep V back, a gat...