London - Evening Dresses and Gowns

A pretty and chic black dress by Rebecca Taylor. The dress can be worn on or off the shoulder , and has gathering /rouching over the bust and upper body . It has frills and gatherin...

A chic vintage little black dress from Jean Muir , mainline. The dress is in a great quality viscose, and has a round neckline, and elbow length sleaves . It is unlined and has a 5'...

The House of Adair was a Parisian atelier that created beaded silk gowns for the export market during the 1920s. They were retailed in the best department stores of the day, especially in the US and UK. The designs were inspired by haute couture fashions and popular themes including orientalism and the geometric forms of the Art Deco movement. The workers has all been trained in haute couture methods and rare surviving pieces are often acquired by museums and fashion institutions including Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This dress has a sleeveless, blouson top style v-neck and is fashioned with a lightly gathered drop-waist. This fluid, tubular tailoring was typical of the must-have dresses of this era and the silk crepe is adorned with brightly beaded flowers, among them sunflowers, thistles and gerberas. The original label sits inside the waistband and reads “Adair 4. Cité Paradis Paris...

Vivienne Westwood harlequin ensemble. Loose fit cotton shirt and high waist fitted leggings. ''Voyage to Cythera'' Fall-Winter 1989

Utterly amazing Cushnie Et Ochs asymmetric satin midi dress. Bought for $1595 and worn once (composition label was removed). Made from glossy, midweight silk satin in a wonderfully r...

▪ Gianni Versace silver knitted rayon evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 1996 ▪ Ribbed turtleneck with beaded vertical striped design ▪ Asymmetric neckline ▪ Floo...

This dress really looks like something out of the 1950s but was almost certainly manufactured in the 1970s. I really love the medium weight voile-like fabric that is overlaid with bl...

This is a beautiful example of Madame Gres's work during a pivotal moment in the fashion House's history when she expanded her design repertoire for couture evening dresses and the f...

A wonderful and easy to wear and pack, pink Grecian style gown in a silk and cotton mix. With wonderful pleat detail, the dress has a v neckline a...

Unusual late 1970s burgundy and white polka dot tiered dress by Norman Berg. It consists of an under skirt with a wide polka dot flounce making up the bottom or 4th tier. The secon...

▪ Christian Dior archival dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 1998 ▪ Knitted from metallic silver viscose yarn with open-knit chevro...

A lovely evening dress and top by Christian Dior. The red dress has spaghetti straps and a drop waist , with a side zip. The over top is red with gold sequin and thread detail. It h...

▪ Versace black evening dress ▪ Glossy black acrylic chain shoulder straps ▪ Ruched bodice ▪ Floor-length skirt ▪ Built-in bodysuit ▪ IT 38 - FR 34 - UK 6 ▪ Made in Italy All pho...

John Galliano black silk chiffon flapped dress with rhinestone straps Fall-Winter 1998

This is a sensational 1920s full-length pink flapper dress. The detail of the fabric is extraordinary, with aztec-style gold and silver woven lamé design would make a memorable choic...

This incredible original 1920s black silk beaded flapper dress is in impeccable condition for piece of its era, with no damage to the intricate beadwork to note and a beautiful line....

This flamboyant 1960s British couture dress is crafted from silk chiffon hand-dyed with a swirling, psychedelic pattern in lilac, pink and lime green. The couturier is unknown as the...

2007 Roberto Cavalli Fall Winter metallic gown. Features low cut neck, cut out detail, ruching detail, low back, zip closure and maxi length with tags. In great vintage condition, a ...

A fun vintage frock by Catherine s Couture. The dress is in a leopard print silk with ruffles on the front and centre. It is fully lined with a zip opening and spaghetti straps that...

This elegant late 1950s to early 1960s dress and jacket combination is cut to a classic swing silhouette, with a nipped-in waist, flared, almost 360 circular skirt and playful halter...

▪ John Galliano navy and cream silk blouse and skirt set ▪ Deconstructed blouse with shirred detail ▪ Matching mid-length fishtail skirt with black cotton Broderie Anglaise trim at h...

Jean Paul Gaultier black ribbed wool turtle neck maxi dress with velvet, sequin and tasseled sleeves. Fall-Winter 1985

This lovely vintage 1960s linen mod dress in turquoise blue is smart and chic. The simple line and block colour is skillfully tailored but alas there is no maker's label present. The...

This Selfridges late 1950s cocktail dress in midnight blue chiffon has an exotic flavour. The ornate beadwork embellishment on the overlay beautifully jux...

▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Constructed from bias-cut black crêpe back satin ▪ Asymmetric draped bodice ▪ Cowl neck ▪ High...

Floaty summer dress from iconic British designer Ossie Clark, for his Radley line. This early to mid 1970’s piece features a pretty floral print in two layers of navy chiffon in a red, sky blue, green & white floral print by his wife and business partner Ceila Birtwell. Fitted around the bust, with a flattering empire line tie fastening and three covered buttons at the back in the same fabric. It would make a fantastic choice for a wedding or summer party and is in truly superb vintage condition with no issues. Best for a size extra small to small - our model is a size UK 6-8 or US 2-4 and this has room in the bust. Ossie Clark was a highly influential British fashion designer in the 1960s -1970s. In 1965 he graduated from the Royal College of Art with a first class degree and immediately began selling his work in exclusive London boutiques including Alice Pollock’s Quorum. Here he created a collection with textile designer Celia Birtwell which was one of the most famous collaborations in fashion history. Quorum was bought by Radley in the late 1960s which led to the ‘Ossie Clark for Radley’ label. Today, his distinctive dresses are highly sought after and admired by celebrities such as Kate Moss, Emma Watson...

▪ John Galliano black evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2004 ▪ Constructed from bias-cut acetate-viscose crepe ▪ Multi coloured novelty embroideries of 'Galliano Soda' bottles ▪ Decorati...

▪ Yves Saint Laurent black lace long-sleeve evening dress ▪ Designed by Tom Ford ▪ Silk organza lining ▪ Long scarf neck fastening ▪ Dropped pleated cuffs ▪ Bust 34" - Waist 28" - ...

Verheyen London Flower Kimono dress in Italian Silk Satin - One Size The Verheyen London Kimono is the perfect dress for evening wear or coat dress to wear with a pair of jeans and...

▪ Rick Owens early black deconstructed evening dress ▪ Rayon crepe asymmetric bodice with twisted shoulder strap ▪ Asymmetric peplum descending from the waist ▪ Bias cut long skirt ...

A lovely vintage cocktail dress for Fall/Winter. In a ruby red fabric, the dress has detail on the bodice and a scoop front line and backline. It is lined and has a central back zip....

A chic vintage cocktail dress by Susan Small. The dress is black with black horizontal velvet bands. It has a built in petticoat, back zip opening, low boat neckline at the front an...

Exceptional 1920s Black fine silk chiffon plissé flapper dress with unusual handkerchief hem hand-beaded throughout with miniature glass beads arranged in a spring flower bouquet and...

A glamorous gown from the 1970s by British designer Bruce Oldfield. In a stunning colour clash of bright pink and deep purple,this gown is a real head turner. It has a halter neck ,a...

Jean-Louis Scherrer by Stéphane Rolland Haute Couture Autum / Winter 2005 - Sheer polka dots silk chiffon with black velvet covered buttons on bust and sleeves - Victorian poet slee...

A lovely vintage silk dress by Bruce Oldfield Couture. The dress is in a black, white and grey print , with a central back zip and elbow length sleaves with button detail. It is li...

▪ Rare Vivienne Westwood evening maxi dress ▪ Lycra printed with a detail from Jean-Honore Fragonard's "The Swarm of Cupids", c. 1767 ▪ Short sleeves ▪ Figure hugging ▪ Size: "3" ...

▪ Jean Paul Gaultier evening dress ▪ Constructed from purple taffeta ▪ Convertible in design with many ways of styling the bodice ▪ Signature Gaultier...

A great vintage gown by Bellville Sassoon. In a silk velvet paisley like print, the colours include, purple, green, red and black. The dress has a v neckline, black trim at waist le...

A stunning vintage evening gown by British firm Marshall and Snelgrove. The dress is in a royal blue satin and with a silk v insert at the front...

A lovely shift dress by Petite Francaise. In a pretty pale blue colour the dress has pretty beaded collar and elbow length sleeves. it is fully lined with a central back zip.

A chic vintage cocktail dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The dress has a v neckline, button opening with wonderful decorative buttons , gathering at the waist and small shoul...

This 1960s couture amethyst purple dress is a real showstopper. Tailored from two frothy layers of purple silk of the finest quality, the top layer is made of soft flowing chiffon an...

Dolce & Gabbana Floral A-Line Dress Black dress designed with multicoloured floral prints. Detailed with flared, mini skirt, round neckline and sleeveless style. Size – 40IT Cond...

A pretty headturning cocktail dress. The dress is in a blue fabric with gold and silver embellishment. It has a drape effect on the back and a central back zip. The dress is fully l...

We are excited to present this brand new Prada 2020 bustier strapless dress. Features volumised skirt, bustier neckline, boning and midi length with tags. In excellent vintage condit...

This beautiful Zandra Rhodes couture dress and scarf ensemble is cut in really gorgeous shades of green silk chiffon. Her abstract, signature screen-printed fabric is worked by hand...

▪ Azzedine Alaia red and cream cotton jersey 2 piece set ▪ Fitted high-rise bodysuit ▪ Fishtail skirt ▪ Scalloped edges ▪ Ribbed waistband ▪ Concealed zipper at centre back ▪ 76...

A chic cocktail dress in a wonderful pink raw silk. This dress was made for Harrods. It has a deep boat neckline, a pretty tired skirt with 5 tiers, and...

Roberto Cavalli black and gold lurex knitted evening dress with zebra print effect. c. 2000

▪ Gucci evening dress ▪ Creative Director: Tom Ford ▪ Spring-Summer 2003 ▪ Constructed from black silk ▪ Deep-v neckline ▪ Ruched bodice and sleeves ▪ Tired ruffled floor-length s...

A long white linen vintage dress with matching jacket by Jean Allen. The dress is in a heavy linen with a square neckline and double row lace frill at the hem. The jacket has frill d...

We are excited to present this Roberto Cavalli Fall Winter 2007 teal metallic gown. Features low cut neck, cut out detail, ruching detail, low back, zip closure and maxi length with ...

A stunning full-length flapper dress of haute couture quality. This dramatic black chiffon gown is fully lined in black satin and features sequined panels attached around the skirt ...

▪ Helmut Lang black lace hooded shift dress ▪ Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ V-neck ▪ Knee length ▪ Approx. size Small ▪ Made in Italy All photographs in this listing EXCLUDING any referenc...

A chic dress for Fall. An aubergine colour dress by Herve Leger, number 00248958. The dress has a boat neckline, central back zip and long sleeves. Size xs, measurements Bust up to 3...

This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...

Original 1920s lame dress in gold, sage green, pale blue and dusk pink. Unlined, the fabric is light and airy, and the unusual construction of the gow...