Chanel Pink Velvet Burnout Dress w/Self Belt ca. 1970's
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Chanel "Creation" label pink silk velvet burnout dress w/extra long ties at the back neck, a dropped waist, a self-belt and nude fabric lining at the interior.
Afghani 1970's Purple Velvet Intricately Embroidered Kuchi Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a wonderful example of the traditional Kuchi dress found predominately in Afghanistan. This dress is typically ornamented with vests and headdress jewelry and is used in cere...
1970's PIERRE BALMAIN elaborately beaded silk and velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet-black silk satin and velvet haute couture dress designed by Pierre Balmain, dating to the 1970’s.
1970s Richilene Vintage Blue Velvet Devore Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
By Richilene
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Richilene 1970s Navy blue and black Silk Velvet Devore Long Sleeve evening gown.
1970s Peach and Black Velvet Polka Dot Dress
Located in London, GB
This dress really looks like something out of the 1950s but was almost certainly manufactured in the 1970s.
1970s Janice Wainwright Jersey and Burnout Velvet Dress
By Janice Wainwright
Located in London, GB
1970s Janice Wainwright black evening dress that is unashamedly a tribute to the original party dresses of the 1920s.
Vintage 1970s Estelle Allardale Green Velvet Paisley Renaissance Maxi Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Measurements **Bust:** 36 inches **Waist:** 26 inches **Hips:** Up to 66 inches **Length:** 55 inches from top back shoulder seam to hem Vintage Estelle Allardale dress, 1970s Es...
1970s Does 1940s Purple & Red Velvet Tie-Dye Boho Dress
Located in London, GB
Beautiful vintage late 1960s or early 1970s dress in deep purple with bold orange/red tie-dye pattern on the front of the bodice and around the hem. This dress has a very 1940s feel...
1970s Guy Laroche Haute Couture Black Velvet Dress with Tassels
By Guy Laroche
Located in London, GB
This late 1960s to early 1970s haute couture dress was made by Parisian Guy Laroche.
$540Sale Price|20% Off
Chester Weinberg 1970s Black Jersey and Velvet Dress
By Chester Weinberg
Located in Alford, MA
Like his contemporaries Bill Blass, Geoffrey Beene, and Oscar de la Renta, Chester Weinberg was a star NY designer during the 1960s and '70s, as well as a respected teacher at Parson...
Vintage 1970's Velvet and Silver Sequin Gown Size 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage gown is composed of black velvet and features sequin accents. There is a center back zipper closure with button details, and a mockneck. In excellent vintage condition. ...
1970's Lillie Rubin Black Velvet Strapless Gown with Ostrich Feather Trim
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's Lillie Rubin black velvet strapless gown with ostrich feather trim. The gown features a structured bodice that provides a flattering silhouette, while the rich black velvet gi...
$634Sale Price|34% Off
1970s Poinsettia Print Embroidered Beaded Velvet Velour Holiday Maxi Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s poinsettia print embroidered velvet velour maxi dress / evening gown!
JEAN PATOU c.1970's JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 3 Pc Velvet Collar Wrap Cape Dress Gown
By Jean Patou, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage c.1970's Jean Patou by Jean Paul Gaultier three piece black and red silk velvet collar, cape/wrap and evening gown set.
1970's Tan Giudicelli for Giorgio Beverly Hills Rose Devore Velvet Evening Gown
By Tan Giudicelli
Located in New Hope, PA
This lovely rose pink silk chiffon dress with undulating white devore velvet was designed in Paris in the 1970's by Tan Giudicelli and retailed by Giorgio of Beverly Hills.
Bob Mackie Elizabeth the First 1970's Black Devoré Velvet Gown with Crystals
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare couture piece designed by Bob Mackie and Ray Aghayan from their short-lived Beverly Hills custom atelier Elizabeth The First. This stunning gown has been crafted from a black ...
1970S Multicolor Velvet Tye Dye Kaftan
Located in New York, NY
1970S Multicolor Velvet Tye Dye Kaftan
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Wrap Evening Dress with Ruffle Trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Absolutely breathtaking Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche wrap style maxi evening dress from the 1970s. Black velvet with a lovely silk taffeta textured, pleated ruffle trim at the neck...
$450Sale Price|35% Off
1970's Annacat Burgundy Velvet Gown with Gold & Silver Details
By AnnaCat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's burgundy velvet mock turtleneck, long sleeve gown. Mutton style sleeve at shoulder, tapers and elongates past the wrist forming a point. Very Directoire inspired 70's London L...
Incredible 1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Purple Velvet Regal 70s Maxi Dress
By Jay Morley, Jay Morley For Fern Violette
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 70s JAY MORLEY for FERN VIOLETTE regal purple velvet and cotton boho chic Renaissance maxi dress / gown! Features a beautiful purple cotton velvet long sleeve bodi...
1970S STAVROPOULOS Black Bias Cut Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Cocktail Dress With
By George Stavropoulos
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Couture hand finishing throughout. 1970S STAVROPOULOS Black Bias Cut Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Cocktail Dress With Sleeves
1970s Halston Midnight Navy Blue Silk Velvet Vintage 70s Plunge Faux Wrap Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
The silk velvet on this amazing 1970s HALSTON midnight navy blue faux wrap dress is the most luxurious velvets that I have ever felt!
1970S Halston Black Bias Cut Silk Velvet Low Gown Nwt
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each piece is selected with both quality and rarity in ...
James Galanos Vintage Black Silk Velvet Evening Gown Circa 1970s-80s
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Elegant and understated, this vintage Galanos black velvet evening gown dates to the late 1970s to early 1980s, an era synonymous with the designer’s refined, architectural approach ...
1970s Arnold Scaasi Off-Shoulder Rhinestone Embellished Velvet Bell Skirt Gown
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Arnold Scaasi Off-Shoulder Rhinestone Embellished Velvet Bell Skirt Gown: Boned bodice with slightly ruched silk jersey off-the-shoulder broad band neckline with dropped but fi...
Beautiful Vintage Richilene 1970s Black Silk Velvet + Nude Lace Chiffon Gown
By Richilene, Richilene NY
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 70s RICHILENE for NEIMAN MARCUS black silk velvet and nude lace chiffon full length evening dress! Couture quality was my first impression upon inspecting this beauty....
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Moroccan Bindalli Caftan in Emerald Green Velvet, 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Moroccan Bindalli Caftan in Emerald Green Velvet with Ottoman Gold Embroidery and Beadwork, Circa 1970s–1980s An exceptional vintage Moroccan Bindalli-style caftan, handcraf...
1970S Black Crystal Studded Silk Velvet Art Deco Inspired Gown With Crystals
Located in New York, NY
1970S Black Crystal Studded Silk Velvet Art Deco Inspired Gown With Crystals
Courreges 1970s Hyperbole Blue Velvet Maxi Skirt and Top
By André Courrèges, Courreges Hyperbole
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece blue velvet skirt and top set from Courreges. The maxi skirt is gathered onto a front and back yoke and flares subtly to the hem. The bateau neck blouson top has ...
1970S CEIL CHAPMAN Black Rayon & Silk Velvet Plunging Halter Neck Gown With Sli
By Ceil Chapman
Located in New York, NY
Please note that the rhinestone belt is not included with the dress. 1970S CEIL CHAPMAN Black Rayon & Silk Velvet Plunging Halter Neck Gown With Slight Train
1970S OSCAR DE LA RENTA Silk Burnout Velvet & Draped Chiffon Gown With Sleeves
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
Tagged a size 12 1970S OSCAR DE LA RENTA Silk Burnout Velvet & Draped Chiffon Gown With Sleeves
$1,200Sale Price|50% Off
1970s Maggie Reeves Demi Couture Purple Velvet Gown and SatinEvening Coat
By Maggie Reeves
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970s purple velvet gown by Canadian demi couture designer Maggie Reeves. Asymmetrical shoulder with satin floral detailing that sits off the shoulder. Matching purple satin full len...
Portrait Woman in Brilliant Flower Dress by Catherine Senitt-Harbison, 1970's
By Catherine Senitt - Harbison
Located in Rochester, NY
Surrealistic style oil painting on canvas in original partially gilded wood frame with velvet mat - artist signed and dated along right side. Portrait of a woman in landscape w/ bri...
Canvas, Velvet, Giltwood, Paint
Vintage Continental 14k Gold Enamel Lavalier Pendant with Seed Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Measures about 2" long x 7/8" at widest point. The Vintage 1970s Red Velvet Dress pictured is also available in my shop; please inquire.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Pauline Trigere 1970's Ivory Velvet Long Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pauline Trigere 1970's Ivory Cut Velvet Button Front Long Dress with Nude Silk Lining and 8 Front Buttons Measurements : *ALL MEASUREMENTS TAKEN FLAT* Mannequin size : 2-4 (Dress f...
1970's Lavender & Green Tiered Dress with Velvet Ribbon
Located in London, GB
Romantic 1970's tiered off-the-shoulder dress in a soft lavender and green floral pattern.
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1970s Dynasty Dress with Printed Velvet
By Dynasty
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Dynasty Dress with Printed Velvet featuring mod print, black vinyl trim (sash, neckline, and cuffs), and long sleeves.
Blue Velvet Maxi Dress with Large Gold Sequins, 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
Bohemian 1970's maxi dress. This gorgeous dark blue velvet maxi dress is sleeveless, and has a V-neck.
1970's Emilio Pucci Blue Floral Velvet Print Point Dress Tunic Size 10
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This vintage piece from Pucci is presented in a blue and white floral print on black velvet. It is lined, features angel wing sleeves and points in the front and back. The back clo...
1970's Kent Originals White Dupione Black Velvet and Gold Trim Dress
Located in London, GB
Opulent 1970's dress by Kent Originals. A striking resemblance to some Malcolm Starr's creations of the period, this incredibly well constructed dress features a black woven bodice c...
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Paco Rabanne Velvet and Lace Dress - 1970s
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, Chelsea
This is an elegant and flirty dress. Designer/Label: Paco Rabanne Period: Late 1970s early 1980s Origin: France Materials: no care label, but we can identify velvet ...
Pierre Cardin 1970s velvet one sleeve dress -
By Pierre Cardin
Located in London, GB
A vintage pierre cardin cut velvet paisley print. high neck with sequin , one long sleeve which fastens with a zip at the bottom and a draped back that attaches to the wrist with a p...
1970s Camel Velvet Oscar de la Renta Dinner Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Dallas, TX
Late 1960s/early 1970s dinner dress in a camel colored textured velvet.
Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique Black Velvet Dress, 1970s
By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique, Givenchy
Located in Houston, TX
A 1970's Givenchy chic, black, velvet dress made of Viscos and Cupro.
1970's Bob Mackie Burnout Velvet and Satin Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1970's Bob Mackie gown made from the most beautiful burnout deco floral velvet is laid over a gold silk satin lining.
SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1970s Basile Long Velvet Black Dress
By Basile
Located in Milano, IT
SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: Voluptuous runway dress, floor length in black silk velvet, V-neck in grosgrain with small collar, long sleeves. slit opening in the back. With fish tail sha...
Saint Laurent opera collection black iridescent velvet evening dress. C.1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 1970s evening dress is pure Yves Saint Laurent. The designer lexicon of style is seen in the simplicity and refinement of the garment.
Stunnung Late 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Silk Velvet Haute Couture Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A stunning and very collectable 1980s Yves Saint Laurent couture burgundy silk velvet evening gown with a contrasting violet silk damask stole. The dress has long tapered sleeves wit...
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Size: XS or youth size See Measurement
Larry Aldrich Black Velvet Midi Dress with Silk Burnout Sleeves XS , 1970s
By Marie McCarthy, Larry Aldrich
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful bias cut black velvet dress with bishop sleeves. The bias cut velvet hugs the shape of your body while the silk burn out sleeves add romance. There is a velvet belt that ti...
1970s Halston Couture Dark Green Velvet & Ivory Silk Ruffle Bodice Bias-Cut Gown
By Halston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ultra rare and truly breathtaking Halston couture forest-green silk velvet and ivory satin bias-cut evening gown dating back to the late 1970's.
Vintage 1970s Valentino Novelty Acorn Print Velvet Swing Jacket & Maxi Skirt Set
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Valentino’s work is timeless and dramatic. This early Valentino boutique creation, dating back to his fall-winter 1977 collection, is very unique in many ways. The novelty chestnut r...
1970s Loris Azzaro Couture Black Metallic Gold Silk & Velvet Lace-Up Corset Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A seductive Loris Azzaro silk moiré and velvet low plunge lace-up corset gown dating back to the late 1970's. Loris Azzaro is famous for creating glamorous and provocative customized...
Vintage 1970s Bill Blass Brown Circle Print Dress With Velvet Ribbon
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
This is a beautiful bronze circle print dress by Bill Blass purchased at Neiman Marcus in the 1970's.
1970’s Rodrigues Pleated Velvet Dress With Sash
By Rodrigues
Located in Atlanta, GA
Enter the rich world of an exotic and colorful paisley style print with this 1970's Rodrigues pleated dress. The lush feel of the velveteen fabric combined with the vibrant color co...
1970's HALSTON indigo velvet dress with sequins
By Halston
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Royal blue crushed velvet wrap dress with sequined trim from Halston dating to the late 1970's.
ALBERT CAPRARO Brown Velvet Velveteen Shirt Dress, 1970's
By Albert Capraro
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970's Albert Capraro dress in a dark chocolate brown velveteen fabric that combines the casual styling of a shirt dress with the lush feel of a velvet.
Bill Blass Floral Pattern Velvet Maxi Dress C.1970's
By Bill Blass
Located in New York, NY
Dress comes with detachable, peter pan collar. C. 1970's.
1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Floral & Velvet Peasant Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very sweet Yves Saint Laurent baby doll-esque Rive Gauche dress from the late 1970's. Made out of jet black velvet and an abstract floral print, this dress would look amazing with kn...
1970s Velvet and Lurex Boho Dress
Located in New York, NY
Silk burnout harlequin velvet composes the bodice and sleeves of this chic dress while the skirt is made from a silken black velvet woven with a gold lurex in the ground. This gold g...
Vintage Fendi 1970's Karl Lagerfeld Era Smocked Velvet Dress
By Fendi
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
This 70s Karl Lagerfeld-era Fendi strapless dress features a smocked velvet bodice with a soft, gathered texture that adds depth and richness to the fabric. The dress is fitted at th...
Ronald Amey Velvet print floral trim maxi dress 1970s
By Ronald Amey
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ronald Amey Velvet print floral trim maxi dress 1970s. Ronald Amey was known for his use of amazing fabrics and this velvet is gorgeous in shades of persimmon, coral, grey-blue and c...
1970s Peacock Hand Embroidered Velvet Kaftan Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Incredible 1970s Middle Eastern- India designed hand embroidered kaftan! Deep, dark blue velvet fabric with rainbow and gold embroidery throughout. Intricate metallic hand stitched p...
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