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Azzaro Studio Paris 90s Vintage Top Bustier with Short Skirt Evening Dress Crepe
By Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This coveted two-piece set is a perfect blend of timeless sophistication and sultry charm.
Libertine F/W 2013 Blue Jacquard Embellished Cocktail Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The dress Libertine chose as a canvas is a 1960’s blue floral jacquard wiggle dress with a boxy cropped top over piece that gives the illusion of a two piece set.
Black and White Cocktail Ensemble, att. Geoffrey Beene
Located in Alford, MA
This elegant and simple two-piece can take you anywhere, depending on the appropriate accessories, and bears some hallmarks of a Geoffrey Beene design, one being the curved hem at th...
New Tom Ford Nude Embellished Chiffon Dress w/ Gold Sequin Pants 38 - 2
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Fashioned in Italy, this dazzling two-piece includes matching pants equally crafted in gold sequins.
Elegant 1990s Renata Paris Red Chiffon Evening Set - Backless Gown & Jacket
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
A breathtaking two-piece evening ensemble by Renata Paris, masterfully crafted in France.
Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Vintage Taupe Bronze Metallic Fitted Skirt Suit Sz 36
By Ted Lapidus Haute Couture, Ted Lapidus
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage TED LAPIDUS Haute Couture taupe / bronze and black silk metallic brocade two piece jacket and skirt suit ensemble! Heavy attention to detail with an outstanding t...
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Vintage 1960s Moroccan Turquoise Silk Caftan Set
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Details Origin: Morocco Period: Circa 1960s Two-piece caftan set Turquoise blue satin underdress Sheer metallic silk floral over-caftan Hand-applied Moroccan gold sfifa trim Traditio...
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER Scarabeus strass crystal cut out twisted bust low waist gown
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
A bold midriff cutout creates a two-piece effect, connecting the bodice to a long, asymmetrical skirt.
John Galliano Spring 2004 Size 6 Chiffon Floral Beaded Vintage Dress Set Y2K
By John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
This exceptional matching two-piece set showcases Galliano’s signature romantic draping, theatrical femininity, and vibrant use of color through an eye-catching floral and polka dot ...
Late 1990s D&G Dolce & Gabbana Black Floral Lace Nude Slip Dress IT 40
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in Berlin, DE
The dress is constructed as a two-piece design consisting of a nude slip dress with adjustable shoulder straps and a fitted black floral lace overlay.
A Yellow Lace Dress with Ostrich Feathers by Jacques Heim Couture Circa 1965
By Jacques Heim
Located in Toulon, FR
He designed dresses and coats in original fabrics in collaboration with Sonia Delaunay, and was one of the pioneers of ready-to-wear with his Heim Jeunes Filles line launched in 1936...
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE strass crystal cut out asymmetric drape dress
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
The design is defined by its complex horizontal ruching and a large asymmetrical cutout at the waist that creates a bold, two-piece illusion. It includes an asymmetrical, floor-grazi...
1970s Ann Buck White Printed Jersey Dress and Jacket
Located in London, GB
This vibrant 1970s white printed jersey two piece with leather trim detail is by Ann Buck, a designer notable for her work in combining these two fabrics with exciting and desirable ...
1970s Haute Couture Navy Silk Slip Dress and Beaded Jacket
Located in London, GB
This beautiful detailing is echoed at each cuff. This adaptable, two-piece ensemble is in excellent vintage condition with no flaws to the silk or beadwork.
1960s Apricot Cotton Dress and Pastel Floral Jacket
Located in London, GB
This summery early 1960s two-piece ensemble is composed of a shift-dress and the long-sleeve jacket which sits over it.
1960s French Couture Floral Gold Brocade Dress Ensemble
Located in London, GB
This early 1960s two-piece French couture ensemble is composed of a strappy gold dress and a sleeveless top which sits over it.
NELLY DE GRAB c.1960's 2Pc Red Satin Blouse Floral Jacquard Maxi Skirt Dress Set
By Nelly De Grab
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: NELLY DE GRAB c.1960's 2Pc Red Satin Blouse Floral Jacquard Maxi Skirt Dress Set Circa: c.1960’s Label(s): Nelly de Grab New York Designer: Nelly De Grab Style: Two pi...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1998 “Golden Shower” Plunge Neck Micro Mini Tuxedo Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Dramatically pointed peak lapel. Two-piece fitted sleeves with three-button closure cuffs.
Valentino Vintage 1989 Spring/Summer Brown Silk Chiffon Evening Set
By Valentino
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
An exceptionally rare documented two-piece evening ensemble from Valentino, designed for the Spring/Summer 1989 collection and published on page 204 of Valentino, Thirty Years of Mag...
New Tarquin Ebker Black White Asymmetrical Delphos Dress w Provenance – S, 1978
By Tarquin Ebker
Located in Tucson, AZ
Modern despite its age, the set is made even more relevant thanks to its miraculous cut, which can be styled in innumerable ways and even worn separately for further versatility. Tw...
ATELIER VERSACE S/S 1990 Mini Navy Embellished Medusa Cuff Sleeve Tunic Dress
By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace
Located in Thiensville, WI
Mini tunic style dress with wide cowl neckline. Long two-piece tailored sleeves with large yellow and red silk layered cuffs tacked up to sleeves.
1950s Jacques Heim Haute Couture Yellow Chiffon Dress
By Jaques Heim
Located in London, GB
Notes on Designer: Jacques Heim, who founded his fashion house in 1930, was famous for his daring styles and early conception of the two piece swimsuit. During 1958-1962 he was the...
1960s White Lace and Pearl Embellished Dress and Jacket Set
Located in London, GB
This stunning two-piece ensemble is unlike anything we’ve ever seen before.
1960s Guy Laroche Haute Couture Silk Heraldic Print Dress Suit
By Guy Laroche
Located in London, GB
This stand-out, early to mid 1960s two-piece haute couture ensemble is by Guy Laroche and the construction is nothing short of superb.
Vintage 1950's Cream Soutache & Rhinestone Strapless Dress & Bolero UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
Embellished with trailing soutache embroidery, claw set rhinestones and pearlescent beads, to match the belt, this wonderful two piece set, is sure to be a favourite in your collecti...
YVES SAINT LAURENT Tom Ford S/S 2003 2 Pc Black Top Skirt Dress Set YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Thiensville, WI
Satin trim at interior edges of peplum pieces. Fitted two-piece sleeves with asymmetrical slanted cuffs.
Christian Dior Haute Couture Milieu de Siecle Dinner Dress Fall/Winter 1949-1950
By John Galliano, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shown is this example of an evening wear ensemble fashioned in wool and enhanced by silk cummerbund. An important two (2) piece black wool with silk cummerbund/sash, boned bustier ...
1970s Young Edwardian Embroidered Linen Maxi Dress
By YOUNG EDWARDIAN
Located in London, GB
It is the elaborate ombré rainbow embroidery that sets this piece apart; two bands of it sit across the sleeves and at the front.
Chanel Giacca Traforata Pearl Nera
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
The minimalist and elegant design is enhanced by a front closure with three pearl-decorated buttons, each embellished with the brand's classic "CC" logo. The piece features two funct...
Comme des Garçons 'Body Meets Dress, Dress Meets Body' dress, ss 1997
By Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
▪ Comme des Garçons 'Body Meets Dress, Dress Meets Body' dress ▪ Designed by Rei Kawakubo ▪ Museum piece ▪ Two-tone purple and green polyester organza ▪ Circular cut ▪ Large safet...
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
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