Geneva - Evening Dresses and Gowns

Wonderful 70's silhouette with this Givenchy maxi dress. Made of airy silk chiffon featuring a red and white graphic print, the dress has a deep plunging neckline at the front and re...

2007 was the year Jean Paul Gaultier celebrated 30 years of fashion. His Spring-Summer ready-to-wear fashion show opened with an euphoric retrospective of the most iconic designs he ...

Designed to complement your shape, this Spring-Summer 2003 Gucci cocktail dress is made from black slinky stretch-satin jersey for a body-hugging fit. While the back reveals a glamor...

This couture royal blue zip-front tailored bandage dress (c. 1998) is a signature from the designer Hervé Leger. Each strip is hand-stitched for a form-fitting/figure-hugging finish. Here the model is too thin but this dress is made to mold and shape the body to perfection. The Hervé Leger brand is still existing in a similar design sensibility. However, the quality and the make of the pieces are far away from the genuine designed Hervé Leger dress… A couture vintage Hervé Leger dress...

A wonderful chic cocktail option, this unlabelled haute couture dress is made of a refined shade of pastel green silk crepe. The flattering 60’s shift silhouette is enhanced with a b...

Extraordinary evening gown, empire-line, with ecru lace feathers covering the bodice with a satin sash above a deep turquoise skirt made of fine pleate...

Let's embrace the 70's with this Ted Lapidus haute couture evening dress ! Constructed in black silk, this midi-length features a glamorous plunging halter-neckline, artfully embroid...

Made from stretch jersey and snakeskin, this 00's Ferré dress (look n° 78 from the SS2005 collection) is embellished with beads. Labeled an Italian size 42...

This recognizable 90's Alaïa slim-fit viscose knit black dress is designed to flatteringly follow the silhouette. It nips-in at the waist and features a scoop collar. The dress can a...

Brilliantly constructed, this late 90s Thierry Mugler is a wonderful example of his work. Cut from soft black viscose, the dress is artfully draped and gathered to produce a wrapping...

In a vibrant sunny yellow shade that really stands out, this Gucci cocktail dress is made from a double layer of soft silk jersey artfully draped, folded like an envelope, which comf...

Constructed in the most refined airy silk chiffon, this haute couture runway dress (look 22 -> see picture 3) is a lightness dream. This special piece features a bustier dress (see picture 14) and an over-dress. The skirt of the bustier dress has 3 layers of silk chiffon of different colors. Inspired by the automnal tones, the shades are divine. The dress closes on the left side with a concealed zip, four press buttons, two hooks and eye. Cut for a loose fit, the over-dress features a turtleneck collar which is embellished with iridescent crystal embroideries (see pictures 7 & 17). Echoing the crystal colors, the dress is made of an amazing shot silk chiffon. Raglan sleeves, it closes at the rear of the neck with tree hooks and eye in addition of two scarf like silk chiffon extensions, which delicately fall along the back. Fits approx. : US 4-6 / FR 38 Measurements (taken flat) : Bustier dress -> Width (armpit to armpit) approx. 41 cm (16.1 inches) Waist approx. 36.5 cm (14.4 inches) Length (armpit to waist) approx. 18.7 cm (7.4 inches) Length (waist to hem) approx. 68 cm (26.8 inches) Over-dress -> Width (armpit to armpit) approx. 58 cm (22.8 inches) Length (shoulder to hem) approx. 93.5 cm (36.8 inches) Total length approx. 100 cm (39.4 inches) This item has been professionally cleaned, pressed & carefully inspected by a couture-trained seamstress before being sold. Credit photo : Picture n° 3 -> Jean Paul Gaultier Couture...

Since the beginning of the 50's until today, the Italian - Florentine based - label has celebrated color, movement and bold, exuberant prints. From the 2003 Fall-Winter collection wh...

Cut from airy sheer silk chiffon, this rare early 70s Saint Laurent Rive Gauche maxi dress is shirred from under the chest to the hips for a flattering - though comfortable - closer ...

From the SS2000 Emanuel Ungaro collection, this wrap dress features a large ruffle on the cleavage. Punchy shades of pink and bright magenta leopard print. Her purple-colored twin was the look 45 of the runway show (see picture 3). This dress closes with a long silk band on the right side. Like a “second skin” see-trough (tiny rectangular holes) light silk. Unlined, the dress runs a little bit small to size. Fits approx. : US 4-6 / FR 36-38 Measurements (taken flat) : Width (shoulder to shoulder) approx. 40 cm (15.7 inches) Width (armpit to armpit) approx. 42 cm (16.5 inches) Arm length approx. 64 cm (25.2 inches) Length (shoulder to hem) approx. 104 cm (40.9 inches) Total length approx. 105 cm (41.3 inches) This item has been professionally cleaned, pressed & carefully inspected by a couture-trained seamstress before being sold. Credit photos : Picture n° 2 -> Kirsten Owen by Mario Sorrenti for Emanuel Ungaro SS2000 ADV campaign Picture n° 3 -> unknown model by JB Villareal / Shoot Digital via Vogue Runway / Condé Nast Archive in the Emanuel...

A wonderful example of early 60’s couture, this halterneck steel blue dress will fit perfectly for a wedding or any party event ! Constructed both in silk and satin silk, this piece features a bustier bodice which is covered with two softly ruched silk chiffon strips. The bustier underdress, with its sweetheart neckline, conceals a large modern internal elasticated belt for extra support to the boned structure. As light as air, a fully gathered chiffon skirt provides a very feminine silhouette. This airy dress...

This refined Raffaella ensemble would be perfect for any evening event or would make a fantastic wedding dress. Constructed in an ethereal cream silk chiffon, the top is embellished with glass beads ornating a large waistband with "boteh" (paisley) and lines pattern. Matching beadwork is found at the end of the long sheer sleeves. Fabric is doubled on the bust, single layered on the arms. The maxi skirt is made of two layers of silk chiffon and fully lined in cream silk, closing with a hook and six tiny press studs. The top closes with tree hooks...

Effortlessly chic, this early 2000 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford wrap dress will deliver glamour and sophistication for any occasion. Cut from comfortable vibrant fuchsia crepe-viscose, it has a plunging V-neckline and satin-silk waist sash ties to ensure the most flattering fit. Partially lined the dress is approximately a size S (US 4) but runs slightly big to size. Style it with stilettos and a small clutch. Remarks : - same dress in black colour is available for sale as well - circa 2000 Bulgari...

Impossible to miss, FW2012 Lanvin's vibrant sunny flower color cocktail is made for those who love to turn heads ! Cut from lustrous silk-satin, it features a round neckline and refi...

Favorite designer of celebrities and the jet set, Loris Azzaro defined the glamour of the 70’s. Based on the idea that woman’s body has to be free, Azzaro considered fashion closely ...

This alluring Giorgio Armani bustier gown is constructed of silk jersey in a refined blackish grey-brown. The flattering bustier is entirely pleated and features two oversized satin ...

Abraham Pelham designed initially for Bill Blass, Calvin Klein and Bergdorf Goodman private label. In 1998 he began creating clothes under his own label...

A fantastic piece of haute couture, this Guy Laroche dress is perfect for either daytime events or, after a quick change of shoes and accessories, a cocktail wear too ! Constructed i...

This lovely haute couture watered (moiré) silk taffeta dinner/cocktail dress is the ideal "Little Black Dress" for any perfect modern wardrobe. Labelled and numbered 84543, the dress...

Rare 70's Philippe Venet haute couture marigold silk dress. Fully lined in a refined matching silk, the dress features an internal belt and closes with a zip, hook and eye at the bac...

Is this 60’s Christian Dior the perfect “Little Black Dress” that every woman should have in her dressing ?! Constructed in a beautiful black “cloqué” silk, this textured cocktail dr...

Back to the 80s with this fitted Angelo Tarlazzi strapless dress ! Made of silk jersey, the upper part of the dress is completely ruched, giving the illusion of a two piece construct...

Late 60's Norman Hartnell couture beaded black wool cocktail dress made of three pleated tiers falling in a graceful cascade. Embellished with beautiful b...

Versace's garments deliver glamour, sex-appeal and sophistication, fit for any occasion ! This 2000 Spring-Summer dress is no exception ! Modeled by Erin O'Connor in look 14 on the r...

A beautiful and rare haute couture find, this 70’s YSL evening dress is made of refined satin silk, featuring an abstract black pattern upon a rich g...

Oversized florals, bold colors and ruched silhouettes have flooded the collections for at least two seasons. So this genuine 80s Arnold Scaasi dress is completely in trend ! Finished...

End of fifties-early sixties organza floral print dress attributed to Hubert de Givenchy. Train-cape in the back, matching bow belt and refined draped bustier. The dress fastens at t...

Outstanding 70's Azzaro two pieces ensemble, consisting of a red and silver crochet top and a black poly/rayon jersey long skirt. The crop top, with its sexy rectangular "décolleté" ...

A rare example of 50’s Egyptian haute couture, at the time Egypt was a constitutional monarchy, this feminine “Miss Egypt” dress is crafted in a flowery ta...

This sculptural Scherrer cocktail dress is made from refined satin silk. It has a one-shoulder silhouette that drapes and twists through the bodice. Labelled a French size 38 (US 4-6...

A 70's silk chiffon summer ensemble in a Madras print by Gucci. The top features an elastic waist with an all-around ruffle. The skirt is lined and has a “gros grain” purple belt. ...

Miu Miu’s label has a retro-inspired style that is kept fresh with bold prints and sparkling embellishment. Made in Italy from soft crepe viscose, this 20’s silhouette cocktail dress...

Designed more than thirty years ago, this 80's Ungaro Parallèle cocktail dress is still furiously trendy ! Made from taupe brown soft wool, it is artfully draped and knotted for a bo...

Stunning in its simplicity Chrsitian Dior fit and flare dress with flounces at side. It features a hidden back zipper. Collection: 2000’s Fabric: 100% wool ...

This 80’s Torrente two-piece ensemble is the perfect balance between being playful and sophisticated. Constructed in refined cherry-red “Calais” lace, this mini dress features a slim...

Slightly naughty "little black dress". Silk chiffon accordion pleated skirt and sleeves, black silk satin wide belt and front buttons. Closure of the dress on the left side with a zi...

Anthony Vaccarello has dived into Saint Laurent's archives once more ! We can find a close inspiration of this original 80's dress in the current 2019 Fall-Winter collection (see pic...

This 80's Ungaro Parallèle cocktail dress is cut from – probably – black silk ? (the composition materiel tag is missing) that's ruched and ruffled to create a flattering faux ostric...