176 results for "1940s evening gown"

Made in the most exquisite Duchess satin in the softest shade of blush pink, this truly incredible 1940's evening gown, attributed to Charles James, is a rare piece to behold. The s...

Elegant 1940's Draped Silk Crepe One Shoulder Gown with ruffled scarf. Draped bodice extends into shoulder with bralette stitched inside for support. Full skirt with panels at each s...

This elegant 1940s evening gown exemplifies the quiet innovation of wartime and immediate postwar design, where restraint in silhouette met subtle technical experimentation. Cut in ...

This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...

Perfect for dancing! Divine 1940's gown in black rayon soufflé. Designed with a full, sweeping skirt, bishop sleeves, and a banded waist and neckline adorned with metallic sequins. W...

A stunning soft peach silk gown in exceptional condition from the 1940s. The dress has thin straps, with two layers of frills on the front and back of the neck. It opens with poppers...

This breathtaking early 1940's crimson satin dress, rendered in a full circle cut and tailored to perfection, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The V shaped neckline...

Vintage Couture c.1940's purple button front floor length evening gown. Extended shoulders. High v-neckline. Eight center front covered dome...

Bold periwinkle blue, black and white rayon 1940's hostess gown printed with Hawaiian ethnographic motifs. Mandarin collar with interesting Asian influen...

Elegant Beaded Crepe and Self Fabric Bias Rope Trimmed Gown from the 1940's. Beautiful and Unusual design with yards of crepe bias rope used as self trim. A cascade of these ropes tr...

Rendered in the darkest shade of black crepe silk, with a brightly coloured watercolour style floral pattern of wild flowers and tulips, this original 1940's tiered gown, is sure to ...

Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown! Features a gathered sweetheart neckline with pale pink lace above the bust. Pale pink ruffle al...

Early 1940s Custom made, old Hollywood silky black Jersey gown with shoulder drape. Couture quality, this gown is sleek & modern the fabric is a weighty matte jersey that drapes bea...

This sleek 1940's black crepe evening dress has a striking design worked in gold sequins from the right shoulder to the left hip. The diagonal lines terminate in a curve at the shoul...

Authentic, preowned vintage evening dress or gown, likely dating to the late 1940s or early 1950s, bearing the coveted IRVING DETROIT boutique label. Crafted in crisp black taffeta, ...

1940'S Black Silk & Rayon Chiffon Rare One Shoulder Gown With Asymmetrical Draped Floral Print

1940s black velvet evening gown featuring an elegant lace capelet overlay adorned with hand-set rhinestones. The fitted velvet bodice is suspended from narrow straps and transitions ...

This is a vintage multi-colored silk floral print gown by Ceil Chapman, from 1940s. The gown has a square neckline, short sleeves, self belted waist, an off-center bow at the bust, d...

This stunning vintage late 1940s/early 1950s lace gown is defined by the most romantic off-the-shoulder draped swag, which can be worn a number of ways, or removed entirely— it can s...

1940S Red & Navy Silk Striped Organza Gown With Full Ballroom Swing Skirt Draped Bodice

'Jewel Colored' print, silk crepe long -nearly floor length evening dress. V yoke in front. Dress appears to be custom hand sewn and pieced in 'couture' manner. Very slim bodice t...

Circa 1940. France Evening dress in pink purple and yellow gold artificial silk fibrane from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop", slightly stretchy and ele...

1940s New York Creation Mint Green Grosgrain & Black Velvet Striped Bodice Gown w Structured Shoulder: A film-inspired look in black and mint.. Wide bands of mint grosgrain are tai...

A beauty in blush. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with scattered claw set silver rhinestones, is the perfect piece to add to your vintage collection. The V shap...

Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vinta...

Party gown in brown plaid taffeta, c. 1940s, by Party Lines by Domb — the early California label of Emma Domb. - Brown taffeta with plaid windowpane pattern; warm brown base with cr...

Rendered in the most sumptuous shade of coral pink rayon paired with black crepe silk and embellished with black sequins and black bugle beads, this original 1940's gown is just the...

Black crepe top and bronze and gold metallic rayon or acetate make up this lovely dress. The metallic pattern is also replicated on the short sleeve cuffs with bows and the two butto...

A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era. The dress has a...

Charming Cotton Lace and Silk Satin Cocktail Suit from the 1940's. Strong shouldered, fitted suit in silk satin with full gathered sleeves. Both bodice and skirt are overlaid in cott...

1940s golden marigold crepe dress featuring intricate metallic bugle beadwork in an architectural Art Deco–inspired motif across both the front and back bodice. The fitted waist tran...

Quintessential Timeless Retro Satin Glamour Gown from the 1940's. Of Silk Satin with twist detail at waist which extends onto hips with horsehair supported bands. Strong shoulders wi...

Black Rayon Crepe and Gold Kid Leather One Piece Deco Gown from the late 1930's, early 1940's. Pleated faux wrap design with large exaggerated collar and amazing gold kid applique Deco...

A rare unworn 1940s dress in purple silk from Lilli Ann. It has an asymmetrical front neckline with a V in back, short sleeves and a straight skirt with a back kick pleat. The dres...

This gown is composed of a terracotta hue knit. Features a draped neckline and tea length. In excellent condition. **Please cross-reference measurements ...

This incredible couture made gown was designed in the 1940s but alas, the dress has lost its labels. Tailored from the most beautiful thick moiré silk in indigo blue, it is cut to a ...

Amazing vintage 1940s Botanical Asian inspired linen and cotton maxi dress! Features vibrant colors of red, green, yellow, black and beige. Full metal zipper up the front to control ...

A spectacular and extremely rare Nina Ricci Haute Couture evening dress, dating to the late 1940s–early 1950s. Crafted entirely by hand at 20 Rue des Capucines, Paris, this piece showcases the exceptional workmanship reserved only for couture clients. The interior features true mid-century couture construction: quilted lining, grosgrain support bands, and inner ribbons designed to secure the dress perfectly to the body. The exterior is composed of dozens of individually sewn sheer organza tiers, creating fluid movement and a romantic, sculptural silhouette. The strapless bodice features soft cascading ruffles and closes with its original metal zipper. Fully lined and beautifully structured. Condition: Very good for its age. Interior shows expected signs of wear consistent with 1940s–50s couture...

1940S Champagne Rayon & Silk Silver Lamé Jacquard Quilted Gown With Appliqué Bodice

Beautiful 1940s black crepe sequined cocktail dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn black sequins on the entire front bodice. Free flowy skirt is both flat...

Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits l...

French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...

1940S Black Net Strapless Gown With Green & Pink Striped Taffeta Bodice Shawl

Dramatic Retro Silk Satin Embroidered Dressing Gown from the 1940's. Shirtwaist style in slinky black silk satin with Art Deco style soutache embroidery...

1940S Salmon Pink Rayon Crepe Gown With Micro Sequin Ostrich Plums In Gold

Extremely rare vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara cocktail dress in unworn condition with the original tags still attached! Nude illusion lace bustline and draped front. Details: Par...

House of Worth, 1940's A very rare black cocktail dress from the French House of Worth, dating to the 1940's. This striking design highlights the house’s couture-level craftsmanship...

1940S Black Sheer Nylon & Lace Fitted Cocktail Dress

Incredible 1940s B. Altman & Co. Cotton Denim/Chambray dress, with horse buttons up bodice, and at sleeve cuffs! Beautiful lightweight fabric, with a fl...

Emma Domb was a California designer known for her cocktail, evening, and wedding attire created first under the Party Lines label and then under the label Emma Domb. This long dress ...

Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin. Bow in sequin in the front of the skirt. Zip on the right side. No lining. SIZE L

Rare vintage mid 40s novelty Asian print strong shoulder silk dress! Features a warm marigold yellow color. Prints in red, green, blue, orange and ivory throughout. Metal zipper at t...

1940's Black wool dress with sequin and gold thread embroderies . No lining. Shoulder pads. Zip on the left side. SIZE L

Beautiful 1940s silver and black silk and velvet dress! Little flowers printed throughout. Fitted bodice, with a forgiving full skirt. Black silk velvet portrait collar, with 13 blac...

1940s orange tangerine lace V neck flutter sleeves lace dress over tulle fabric. Fitted on the waist . Old Hollywood Glamour. Fit size Medium Dre...

A stunning vintage black velvet gown. The dress has a sweetheart neckline, with gathering at the bust and by the side seam. It has cap sleav...

Original late 1930s or early 1940s purple satin and chiffon gown with matching waist sash. This beautiful unlabelled haute couture dress is of superb quality and construction and is ...

A true beauty! This 1940s silk velvet dress features so much detail! Lace covered pocket at waist, encrusted with rhinestones. Shawl-like collar, with a matching adjustable belt. Bea...

Step into timeless elegance with this exquisite 1940s vintage ivory lace wrap dress, a rare archival treasure in excellent condition. Designed with delicate craftsmanship, this XS pi...

A beautiful late 1940s Fred A. Block Original black rayon crepe shirtwaist-style cocktail dress with fitted waist (belt missing) and covered buttons down front to hip. Skirt is plea...