London - Evening Dresses and Gowns

During the 1960s and beyond, English fashion designer John Bates designed visionary modernist dresses under the name Jean Varon. This flamboyant 1970s maxi dress, with its floor-swee...

A stunning vintage silk evening gown in a vibrant shade of red. The dress has frill cap sleaves, a drop waist and a central back zip. It has a built in petticoat. Measurements, Bust...

Stunningly cut, sexy chic Victoria Beckham Asymmetric Draped Midi Dress. Bought for £990 and new with tags. Made from semi glossy Fig coloured acetate mix sateen with super modern fe...

Fine and rare Jean Varon spider cobweb dress which can be dated to the designer's 1973 collection. We have featured a very famous dress with the same cobweb design from the Septembe...

This stunning Valentino Boutique gown was designed as part of the Fall 1990 collection, when Mr Garavani was still at the helm of his eponymous fashion house. A dress with the same silhouette, but in green, walked the runway and is pictured here at the end of the presentation. In the same collection, Valentino showed a different style of dress in the same purple-hued ruched silk and lace. Since finding the runway images, we have realised that the detachable bow - photographed by us on the shoulder - can also sit at the waist, or wherever the wearer chooses. Beautifully crafted as only Valentino can, this floor-length gown is tailored from an iridescent silk chiffon that shines between shades of mauve and plum. Up close, the fabric is revealed to be woven with tiny threads of vibrant aqua-blue, which catch the light as the cloth ripples. The gown is cut to a one-shoulder silhouette and has a bustier top where the chiffon is heavily ruched, creating an organic ruffled texture and woven into panels which cross over at the front. The bustier top has a sweetheart neckline and is boned the whole way around, supporting the bust and cinching the waist. The skirt is multilayered and intricately detailed. The bottom layer is crafted from lilac lace and is detailed with flowers and metallic threads. This sits underneath a layer of sheer silk chiffon, revealing flashes of metallic cloth sparkling from underneath. The single strap is crafted from sheer chiffon and is adorned with a large frothy bow that falls elegantly over the shoulder. Vintage Valentino gowns...

Circa late 1990s wedding dress tailored from an ivory shot silk blend and made in England by the British label Margaret Lee. The romantic silhouette has a fun 1980s vibe but we are p...

Delightful late 1950s or very early 1960s chiffon wedding dress with ruched fabric, a the body-hugging cut and wide circle skirt. It has a pretty sweetheart neckline, thick chiffon ...

A colourful and fun vintage cocktail dress by Alma Couture. The front of the dress is in bands of different colours with bead detail. The reverse is a contrast, plain black with a c...

An outstanding 1970s French couture maxi dress which would make a grand statement at a formal event or summer party. It combines florals and stripes into a bold tonal pattern with th...

A wonderful white dress by Ghost. As expected the dress is in a great fabric that hangs beautifully. It has a button opening at the back , with a ring detail and cut outs on the fron...

This Art Deco inspired printed midi dress was designed in the 1970s by celebrated British designer Jeff Banks although it is unlabelled. The dress was purchased with a large group of...

This beautiful black lace slip dress was made in the 1930s. Gowns of this era are extremely collectable, particularly when they’re in such rare excellent condition and a generous siz...

Ahead turning vintage silk evening gown by Belville Sassoon. The gown is in a wonderful silk , in a lovely yellow shade. Is it strapless , but straps could easily be added and has a...

This sensational 1960s structured silk gown in deep coral pink is by celebrated ready to wear designer Frank Usher. This elegant piece features a show-stopping full length train at t...

A very pretty and chic vintage crepe dress with wonderful tailoring. The dress is in a blue crepe fabric with decorative buttons and frill on the shoulder. It has a v neckline and s...

This romantic 1930s pale blue 'cobweb lace' dress and jacket ensemble is tailored to ankle-length, the sleeveless dress is cut to a column silhouette. The dress has a rounded V-neckl...

Atelier Versace custom couture mini dress from the year 2002, constructed in chartreuse silk crepe with black lace inserts in sharply angular, flame-like motifs radiating from the n...

Made in England, this 1970s Berkertex dress is crafted from a lightweight black and white polka-dot cotton gauze. Cut to a long-sleeve, high-neck silhouette, the flippy, pleated ski...

This 1990s cocktail length dress is crafted from the most fabulous shade of fuchsia silk satin fabric with a high-sheen finish. It has a playful halter-neckline and softly pleated bu...

This 1970s chiffon midi-dress is by Rumak, the bohemian London boutique label that emulated the style and certainly the quality of celebrated British designer Thea Porter. An early e...

Designed in the early 1970s, this haute couture ensemble, handmade in France, consists of an elegant slip dress and stunning beaded long jacket. It is reminiscent of elegant 1920s ev...

This charming dress was designed by Edward Abbott in the 1960s and was a high-end ready to wear brand which retailed in the UK and US. It is tailored from a very fine quality cream l...

John Galliano bias-cut evening dress from the Spring-Summer 1997 collection, constructed in black satin with a champagne floral pigment print. The floor-length silhouette is cut enti...

This Christian Dior by John Galliano evening dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 collection is constructed in metallic red viscose knit over a metallic gold base, producing a layered, tw...

This 1960s glorious sunshine-yellow chiffon dress was made by Lee Delman in England; the label retailed in Harrods and sat in the top echelons of British ready to wear during the 195...

Absolutely incredible, hyper feminine Carolina Herrera strapless gathered bustier floral print gown dress. Bought for $4750 and new with tags. Made from yellow and pink tulip printed...

A stunning and very pretty silk gown by Rosanna Manzoni per L'etichetta, Milan. In a pretty lilac colour with a dusty blue /grey floral print. The gown has a round neckline, back cen...

This Dolce & Gabbana corset dress from the Spring-Summer 2005 collection is constructed entirely from natural python skin, cut to a form-fitting silhouette with a straight neckline a...

This navy cotton dress was made by L’Aignon in the 1950s - a very high quality American ready to wear brand sold in some of the best department stores in the US. They regularly adver...

This fabulous vintage dress was couture crafted in London in the 1960s by English label Roter. It is tailored from turquoise net with an overlay of elaborate, swirling ribbon work la...

This crimson red maxi dress is an early design by Singaporean fashion designer, Benny Ong, for London label Perlei’s highly collectable 1970s line Mushroom. Ong’s private clients for...

This incredible ensemble walked the runway for Bill Blass for the spring / summer 1988 collection and was worn by the super model Iman Bowie. Comprising a strapless dress and heavily...

A wonderful evening outfit by Tomasz Starzewski Couture. The outift comprises a skirt, top and shawl/scarf. The skirt is in a pretty dove grey colour , with a back zip, fully lined ...

This pretty 1950s cotton summer dress was designed by Josselyne of Paris. There is something very contemporary about the design: the pristine white cotton detailed with peekaboo eyel...

Vintage Roberto Cavalli 2000's baroque print dress. Features a black and gold baroque print pattern, spaghetti straps and bodycon mermaid shape. Fasten with a back zip. In excellen...

Vintage John Galliano from 1999 collection. Feature a burnt orange colour and a silk fabric, spaghetti straps and cowl neckline, floor length. In excellent vintage condition. As ...

Roberto Cavalli deep grey Cut out maxi gown. Feature a deep charcoal, black print fabric. crisscross pleated bodice with pins and sharp cut outs at the waist and side , floor length,...

Vintage Roberto Cavalli red silk floor-length evening dress from the fall winter 2000's collection. Featured a red and black abstract photographic print, a bias-cut ,low back with dr...

Absolutely beautiful Valentino embellished lace maxi dress from the Spring 2014 collection. Bought for £5750 and worn once. Made from heavy golden beige cotton mix guipure lace with ...

Vintage Dolce&Gabbana circa 1990's Silk Pink Gown. Features a silk body fabric in a fuchsia pink colour, spaghetti straps and scoop neckline. Fasten with a back zip. In excellente ...

One of the most exceptional, one of a kind, evening dresses we have ever had at Circa Vintage. Couture crafted in the Valentino atelier in Rome and designed by Valentino Garavani him...

This full-length evening dress was designed by Stella McCartney for Chloé and appeared on the runway in black as part of the brand’s Spring 1999 collection (look 56/77). McCartney se...

Evening dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection, composed of blush pink nylon tulle with an integrated silk slip, featuring metallic gold flock...

Vintage Roberto Cavalli animal print maxi dress. Feature a earth toned abstract animal print body . Halterneck open back style and deep v-neckline. Fitted body and pleated hem. In ex...

This high quality 1970s bright lilac evening dress was made by British label Trina Lewis and Marjon Couture at Baker Sportswear. The dress has a bustier top which is boned all the wa...

During the 1960s and beyond, English fashion designer John Bates designed visionary modernist dresses under the name Jean Varon. This flamboyant 1970s maxi-dress, with its floor-swee...

This striking 1970s maxi dress was designed by French couturier Paul-Louis Orrier. The designer’s cutting edge designs rose to prominence during the 1970s and 1980s when he dressed E...

Vintage Roberto Cavalli blue geometrical print dress. Feature a two blue tones and gold details. Semi sheer a layered effect, deep v neckline , halterneck style . Fastens with a conc...

This elegant cocktail dress was designed as part of Valentino’s 1983 Fall haute couture collection. Many high profile, couture clients request minor variations to runway looks and we...

This black dress from Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring-Summer 1992 collection is constructed from fine-gauge viscose knit. The bodice features a semi-sheer ribbed knit with an integrated body...

This John Galliano evening ensemble from the Spring-Summer 1999 collection comprises a bias-cut floor-length dress with matching shawl, executed in deep burgundy damask with tonal fl...

Laura Ashley was the most famous name on the British High Street from the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s. The textile-founded company made some fantastically playful and excelle...

This playful daytime dress was designed by occasion wear designer Joan Leslie in the 1980s. It offers a highly wearable take on the 1940s novelty print. Set against a cream backgroun...

Vintage 1990's Gianfranco Ferre maxi dress. Feature a beige gold satin tone fabric, spaghetti straps , square neckline, floor length. Fasten with a invisible side zip . In excellen...

A chic cocktail dress by Lanvin, Ete ( Summer) 2010 collection. The dress has a crossover front and v neckline. It has a central back zip and is unlined. Size 38 , Made in France...

John Galliano 2000’s ‘Gazette’ print silk slip dress. Features spaghetti straps, v-neckline and maxi length. In excellent vintage condition. Brand:...

Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli's fantastical approach to design is embodied by this elaborately embellished Valentino dress created for the House’s Spring 2012 collectio...

Bias-cut evening slip dress by Christian Dior by John Galliano, from the Fall-Winter 1999 collection. Constructed in dark brown velvet suede with an allover diagonal grid of laser-cu...

This spotlight stealing, Valentino candy pink maxi dress was designed during the very early 2000s and was probably a Cruise collection piece. It was certainly designed pre 2008, when...

This sleeveless midi-length dress from Gianni Versace’s Fall-Winter 1996 collection is constructed in a dense, high-pile faux fur with a stylized leopard motif in golden ochre and de...