South Coast - Evening Dresses and Gowns

An incredibly chic and well-documented Christian Dior black beaded calla lilies one-shoulder silk bias cut gown. This highly coveted Christian Dior treasure from John Galliano's 2008 spring-summer collection is a perfect example of his genius. Vogue stated about the collection, "Under the guise of twenties-through-forties styling, he laid on a rendering of his signature bias cutting in jazz-age chiffon and thirties charmeuse" and our dress definitely embodies that vibe. John Galliano is widely considered one of the most innovative and influential fashion designers of the early twenty-first century. He mingled his references in often surprising juxtapositions to create extravagant yet intricately engineered and meticulously tailored clothes. This gown is everything you look for in Galliano era Dior. The alluring asymmetric one-shoulder bodice has the most beautiful calla lilies floral applique design. The intricate beadwork and sequins give the dress a perfect amount of sparkle. I especially love the side covered buttons. Such a nod to 1930's fashion! The slightly trained bias-cut high slit construction emphasizes a woman's seductive shape without adding any bulk or volume to the actual hips. You will reach for this Dior masterpiece anytime you want to feel sensational. Would make a stunning holiday event or wedding guest look! A rare wearable piece of John Galliano fashion history. Measurements marked a EU 42 (varies due to bias cut) Bust: 34-38 inches Waist: 26-30 inches Hips: up to 42 inches Total Length: 66 inches This 2008 Christian Dior by John Galliano dress is in beautiful condition with no rips, holes or discoloration. The gown even comes with her unworn Dior...

Presenting a gorgeous Valentino gown designed by Valentino Garavani before his retirement in his signature Valentino Red color. From the 2000s, this ankle-length gown features an asy...

Presenting a chic navy fringe flapper-style Dolce & Gabbana dress. From the Fall/Winter 1993 collection, this mini dress debuted on the season's runway on Carla Bruni, with a similar...

Ethereal Harry Cooper designer ivory-crème gown dating back to the 1940's Old Hollywood era of glamour. Definitely something Lana Turner or Veronica Lake ...

This stunning black satin mini dress was designed for Dolce & Gabbana's Fall/Winter 2002 collection. Multiple variations of this dress appeared on the season's runway to close the sh...

A truly sensational and highly coveted Bob Mackie couture ruby-red beaded silk high-low waterfall hem mini dress dating back to his iconic 1984 fall/winter documented collection. As shown, this well documented runway micro-mini was also the choice look for Lee Remick in Stephen Sondheim's Follies! Bob Mackie will definitely go down in history as one of the great American designers. He began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch...

An absolutely breathtaking and incredibly rare Galindo Couture "Where Angels Rest" metallic amber devoré silk-velvet trained gown dating back to fall/winter 1999. This custom couture dress was made for Melanie Griffith who wore this incredible look while attending the Producers Guild Awards with Antonio Banderas. The fabric used to create this gown is sensational; shimmering metallic amber devoré silk-velvet in the prettiest large-scale rose garden motif. I love the front plunge and very low-cut sides which work flawlessly with the incredible double layered draped cowl back. The flattering trained bias-cut is such a beautiful nod to 1930's fashion which was made very popular during this time due to John Galliano's vintage inspired collections...

Presenting a fabulous strapless burgundy Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche mini dress, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2001 colle...

An exquisite and ultra rare Moschino Couture black and red silk 'heartbreaker' novelty print silk dress dating back to his documented 1994 spring/summer runway collection. Moschino c...

Presenting a fabulous chartreuse Oscar de la Renta strapless gown. From the Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this dazzling gown debuted o...

Own a major slice of celebrity and film history. Madonna wore this extraordinary ivory beaded couture gown for her portrayal of Eva Perón in the unforgettable 1996 film "Evita". Madonna campaigned to play the role of Evita and used her popstar status to acquire it. Many other actresses were considered to play the role such as Elaine Paige, Liza Minnelli, Cher and Meryl Streep. The film was a huge success for Madonna, who up until this time had not fared well in her acting exploits. Madonna even won a Best Actress Golden Globe Award for her performance as the First Lady of Argentina. Madonna wears this gorgeous gown in the scenes at the Inaugural Ball as she dances and movingly sings the song, "High Flying, Adored." The fabric itself is a masterpiece; high quality silk satin that has been heavily adorned with hand set red jewels, pearls, rhinestones and glass beads. I love the chic cut-out neckline which rests on the collarbone and scoops low in the back. The gown flows into an hourglass nipped waist where it breaks into a unique zig-zag design. The piece work to create the skirting in particular is extraordinary. The yard and yards of luxurious silk satin personify the feminine ideal in clothing. We photographed the garment with and without a petticoat so you can see the true fullness. Not only was this gown an iconic look for the character but Madonna was also featured in the October 1996 issue of Vogue magazine wearing this gown. The gown was originally made for the actress Carol Lawrence and then worn by actress Daryl Hannah while accompanying John F. Kennedy, Jr. to meet the Queen of England. We were thrilled to find a picture of this meeting as well. With Madonna worn garments fetching extremely high prices at auction (her 'Desperately Seeking Susan...

From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this dress features a silver satin base and a sheer taupe mesh exterior. The strapless silver inner layer is visible through the mesh, giving ...

This stunningly sensual black haute couture evening gown was designed by one of the true masters of 20th century couture, Yves Saint Laurent. Designed by YSL for his Fall/Winter 198...

An ultra seductive and well-documented Dolce & Gabbana silver studded black leather mini dress dating back to their 1991 spring/summer collect...

Presenting a fabulous cranberry Oscar de la Renta gown. From the Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this incredible floor length dress debuted on the ...

An incredibly ethereal and ultra rare Irene Lentz custom couture vibrant teal green silk chiffon goddess gown dating back to her 1958 collection. Irene Lentz stunned the world in th...

From the Spring/Summer 1997 collection, this gown debuted on the season's runway as the finale look, modeled by Naomi Campbell. Constructed of light silk chiffon, this gown is covere...

An important, well-documented and highly coveted Vivienne Westwood black pinstripe light weight wool two-piece ensemble dating back to her iconic 1994 'Café Society' spring-summer collection. As shown Susie Cave walked the runway in this sensational skirt! Vivienne Westwood is one of the most influential and recognizable British designers of the past 40 years. She began designing clothes in 1971 with the opening of her first shop, Let It Rock, at 430 King's Road. In 1976, her then lover and business partner, Malcolm McLaren, guaranteed her status among the stars when he dressed the Sex Pistols, the British band he managed, in clothes from the boutique. She was named British Designer of the Year, both in 1990 and 1991. The following December, she was awarded an OBE in recognition of her services to British fashion and in 1998 she won the Queen's Export Award. This ultra chic ensemble from Vivienne Westwood’s sensational 1994 Café Society spring-summer collection is a clever play on traditional male suiting and a perfect example of her genius. Café Society is a retelling of how European history has shaped women's fashion. The central question of this show asked what does a woman free from restriction look like? Although this show is filled with historical fashion references, Westwood subverts them by placing it on a new canvas, a liberated woman. Made from a luxurious light-weight wool, the pinstripe reads masculine yet the cut has an ultra feminine allure. The blazer features a flattering curved petal cut waist and lean, long sleeves. The gold buttons are etched with the iconic Vivienne Westwood logo orb. The matching high-low trained skirt is a statement piece in it's own right. It could be styled with many other pieces like a corset or crop top for a totally different vibe. It is constructed to nip at the waist and cascade down in an incredible high-low waterfall trained hemline. I love how it almost resembles a deflated Victorian bustle...

Missoni black and white knit maxi dress with black sequin accents throughout. Curved v-neck. Partial side zip. 70% wool, 30% rayon. Fully lined in 80% nylon, 20% elastane. Made in...

A simply stunning and seldom found magenta pink heavily beaded silk-velvet dance dress dating back to the mid-1920's. Vibrant colored flapper dresses from this decade are perennial f...

Presenting a vibrant multicolor floral print Gianni Versace mini dress, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2002 collection, this dress debuted on the season's runway as look 25 on Trish Goff...

An ultra seductive and instantly recognizable Azzedine Alaia black cutwork patterned metallic accented stretch knit floor-length gown dating back to his 2012 fall-winter collection. ...

Manfred Thierry Mugler designed this striking black and white sleeveless mini dress for his Spring/Summer 1994 collection. Debuting in the season's runway presentation on Eva Herzig...

Presenting this incredible black Atelier Versace mini dress set, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1991 Haute Couture collection, this mini dress debuted on the seas...

Designed by Donatella Versace from the Fall/Winter 2003 collection, this Versace set debuted on the season's menswear runway on Fernanda Tavares and was also worn by Sharon Stone to ...

Presenting a chic grey floral Gucci dress, designed by Tom Ford. From 2003, this dress is covered in a bold abstract floral print atop a grey background. This fabulous knee-length dr...

From the Fall/Winter 2002 collection, this Ann Demeulemeester mini dress is covered in grey metallic sequins in an abstract pattern and features thin black straps. A brown variation ...

Presenting a beautiful purple rose print Dolce & Gabbana print ankle-length gown. From the early 2000s collection, this gown features Dolce & Gabbana's signature built-in bra design,...

A highly coveted and ultra chic Dolce & Gabbana multi-colored patchwork velvet gown dating back to their 1994 fall/winter collection. As pictured, this striking look was also figured...

Presenting a fabulous blue and green pastel floral Bob Mackie gown. From the late 1990s, this chic dress is covered in a bold rose print and is accented with sequins and beads throug...

This is such a seductive and skillfully made structural look by the famous 'Old Hollywood' couturier, Philip Hulitar. Perfect for any upcoming event; you can't help but feel feminine in this beauty! "The star of a gifted designer has risen recently on the fashion horizon," The New York Times reported after Philip Hulitar opened his own firm in 1949 and I can definitely see why. This luxurious garment is fashioned in the highest quality silk velvet for the bodice and expertly draped light...

Presenting a chic black beaded Bob Mackie sleeveless gown. From the 1990s, this sexy floor-length dress features a v-neckline, column cut, and is made complete with sheer-covered cut...

Moschino Cheap & Chic 2000s black sleeveless knit dress with cut-out bow shape at chest in black mesh. Back zip. 86% rayon, 9% polyamide, 5% other. Unlined. Made in Hungary. Label...

Presenting a stunning chiffon silk dress with a beaded floral design, designed by John Galliano. This Dior dress was created for the Fall/Winter 2006 collection. Constructed of a dark slip with light flowy chiffon on top, this dress screams mid-2000s Dior...

A simply stunning and well-documented Oscar de la Renta black sheer chiffon and pale pink silk gown dating back to his 1986 spring/summer collectio...

A highly coveted early John Galliano feather print silk chiffon and chocolate-brown sheer lace slip dress dating back to his fall/winter 2001 collection. These early examples of his ...

Presenting a slate blue Yigal Azrouël crop top skirt set. From the late 1990s, this two-piece set consists of a cropped halter neck and maxi skirt. The halterneck top features a v-ne...

Presenting an incredible black sequin Gianni Versace gown, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2002 collection, this dress debuted on the season's runway as look 55 o...

An absolutely stunning and highly desirable Halston couture fully beaded silk one-shoulder dress dating back to the mid 1970's. Halston revolutionized the way women dress and is one ...

Presenting an incredible black pleated Dolce and Gabbana halter neck gown. From the Fall/Winter 2000 "Tamara de Lempicka" collection, this dress debuted on the season's runway as loo...

Presenting a hot pink single shoulder Gianni Versace mini dress. From the Fall/Winter 2002 collection, this dress debuted on the season's runway in yellow as look 42, modeled by Isabeli Fontana. The dress features a single shoulder strap, arm band, ruching throughout, and a high slit at the front. As seen on the cover of Harper's Bazaar in yellow and recently on Miley Cyrus in blue, this ultra sexy and girly mini dress will leave you feeling like Versace barbie...

Presenting an incredible black cheetah print Bob Mackie mini dress. From the early 1990s, this strapless mini dress features all of the glitz and sparkle one could ask of a Bob Mackie design. This fitted mini dress features a shimmery black velvet cheetah...

A truly breathtaking and rare early 1990's metallic pale gold and blue lurex silk asymmetric bias-cut gown from the talented Countess Jacqueline de Ribes. A muse to Haute Couture des...

Presenting an incredible knit Salvatore Ferragamo bodysuit/gown. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection, this fabulous piece debuted on the season's runway. Constructed of a dark teal ...

A truly magical and ultra rare Bill Gibb of London couture metallic gold lace tunic babydoll dress dating back to his 1978 fall-winter collection. His pieces are very collectible and...

From the Fall/Winter 1985 collection, this elegant strapless Valentino dress debuted on the season's runway. This chic dress combines black and white silk ruching that drapes gracefu...

Designed by Donatella Versace in the Spring/Summer 2002 collection, this Gianni Versace layered mini dress features an internal layer covered in clusters of rhinestones and an exteri...

Presenting a beautiful ombre cheetah print Dolce and Gabbana slip dress. From the mid-1990s, this dress features a wide scoop neckline and...

An ultra seductive and instantly recognizable Azzedine Alaia black sheer-illusion patterned silk knit floor-length gown from his iconic 1996 spring/summer collection. As shown, this ...

A totally stunning and ultra rare Dolce & Gabbana hourglass pink floral stretch silk bustier top and matching skirt dating back to their documented 2001 spring/summer runway collecti...

A super seductive and incredibly rare Galindo Couture "Where Angels Rest" black devoré silk-velvet trained gown dating back to fall/winter 1997. This incredible custom couture dress was made for actress Melanie Griffith. The fabric used to create this gown is sensational; rich black devoré silk-velvet in the most magnificent large-scale deco swirl motif. I love the front halter style plunge which flows into the prettiest low backside. The flattering trained bias-cut is such a beautiful nod to 1930's fashion which was made very popular during this time due to John Galliano's vintage inspired collections...

An important and truly breathtaking one-of-a-kind dress ensemble custom made for Yma Sumac, dating back to the mid 1950's. Yma Sumac (1922–2008) was a noted Peruvian soprano and the ...

Romantic boudior dresses from the early 20th century are perennial favorites and this one is a show-stopper. The garment's effortless style is so modern; the fine embroidery and mixed-laces are a treasure trove of needle art...

Presenting a fabulous black Thierry Mugler dress, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Fall/Winter 1998 collection, this chic little black dress debuted on the season's runway. This ...

AW20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Marie Antoinette Pink Pastel Cake Dress Additional Information: Material: 100% Viscose Color: Pink, Red, White Size: IT 38 / US 4 Pattern: Cake St...

An ultra chic André Courrèges Paris vibrant black minimalist gown dating back to the late 1960's. Andre Courreges launched his unique space-age collection in 1964. The shapes of his ...

Presenting a fabulous black strapless Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche mini dress, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this chic strapless dress is constructe...

A truly timeless Oleg Cassini couture embroidered cutwork silk hourglass dress dating back to the mid 1950's. Cassini was best known as the “Couturier to Camelot" since he created 30...