Vintage Ball Gowns

This black evening dress was commissioned by a special client from Yves Saint Laurent’s 1986 haute couture runway collection. The fabric is a shimmering black moiré jacquard silk wov...

This 1950s black taffeta ball dress by quality British brand Blanes, is perfect for a black or white tie event. It has ribbon work appliqué around the folded square neckline and bott...

This 1950s black tulle gown was created by an unknown British couture salon, and is very reminiscent of Pierre Balmain's haute couture designs circa 1955. A dressy cocktail gown from...

This magnificent 1990s bespoke made embellished lace and crystal dress is a fairytale dream. The top section features a heavily crystal studded lace and turquoise bodice which has a...

NINA RICCI - (Made in France) Gray ottoman bustier dress, corset-like bustier embroidered with pearls. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 36FR. 1996-1997 Fall-Winter Haut...

This high quality 1970s bright lilac evening dress was made by British label Trina Lewis and Marjon Couture at Baker Sportswear. The dress has a bustier top which is boned all the wa...

This rare couture dress by Italian designer Angela Gavioli, created for Luciano Pavarotti, embodies the theatrical elegance and opulent artistry that defined her collaborations with ...

UNGARO - (Made in France) Silk taffeta bustier dress with purple-tone checkered print. Size and composition labels missing, it fits a 36FR. 1991/1992 Fall-Winter Haute Couture Collec...

GIVENCHY - Black velvet dress ornamented with sequins, and pearls with jet-black tassels. Size 38FR. Haute Couture Collection circa 1990. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions:...

Vintage Oscar de la Renta for Fred Hayman Beverly Hills Matelassé Evening Dress Gown Designer size - 6 C 1986 Collection Same dress located in the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Amazin...

This Vera Wang gown is composed of blue silk with embellished silver lace trim . There is a center back zipper closure and interior boning. In excellent vintage condition. **...

This original 1950s turquoise and net prom dress is a real show-stopping, fairy tale piece. It reminds us of the Disney Princess dress worn by Cinderella at the ball. There are thr...

A superb and magnificent magenta coloured floral print satin evening dress from the mid-1950s. Formal wear from this era is becoming increasingly difficult to source and this is a b...

VALENS - Embossed organza dress and bolero. No composition or size tags, fits a size 40FR. Condition: Very good condition Measurements: Chest: 46 cm (18,11 in) - Waist: 38 cm (14,9...

This dress is a holiday dream. Like you stepped off the set of White Christmas. A 1980s Victor Costa in red and green plaid taffeta with a full skirt and plisse ruffle hem at the b...

1980s Louis Feraud Green & Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Ballgown w Peplum: A bold, unforgettable stripe with wonderful mitering of pattern in peplum and bodice. Boned and heavily con...

This enchanting 1950s couture dress in pink and white net tulle is by the extolled French fashion house Worth and retailed at their London boutique on Grosvenor Street. The quality a...

Bubblegum pink silk taffeta ballgown skirt and peasant top ensemble credited to Oscar de la Renta. The top has a wide neckline with keyhole tie and full sleeves. Meant to be worn tuc...

Simply amazing full skirt. A timeless ball gown that will last a lifetime, both from the style and the amazing couture construction!

Sensational early 1980s VICKY TIEL COUTURE light skin blue strapless beaded ball gown and matching lace bolero jacket ! Have your Cinderella moment in this show stopping Red Carpet n...

Circa 1958 France Sumptuous cocktail or ball gown with Princess line by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture numbered 83214.

Lacroix designs the most impressive, unique and astounding ball gowns and cocktail dresses that one can only describe as 'masterpieces'.

In the 1990s, under the creative direction of Gianfranco Ferré, the brand reimagined these silhouettes with a maximalist influence creating voluminous ball gowns featuring sculptural...

Moschino's amusing cellophane organza "paint ball" print party dress. Black "paint ball" spots are printed on iridiscent organza in a limeade green. The soft pleated, strapless bodic...

You can wear it with a white T-shirt and jeans or with a ball gown. The length is from 16" to 19". The beads are approximately 0.75" wide.

Fashion photography of Lee Radziwill in a blue cape and yellow ball gown. This is an interior shot of her Brocade room.

Fashion photography of Lee Radziwill in a blue cape and yellow ball gown. This is an interior shot of her Brocade room.

Fashion photography of Lee Radziwill in a blue cape and yellow ball gown. This is an interior shot of her Brocade room.

Fashion photography of Lee Radziwill in a blue cape and yellow ball gown. This is an interior shot of her Brocade room.

Fashion photography of Lee Radziwill in a blue cape and yellow ball gown. This is an interior shot of her Brocade room.

Absolutely sensational 1970s couture black metallic and chiffon rhinestone romper jumpsuit and ball skirt! Insane amount of hand-sewn workmanship throughout! Thick metallic lurex, wi...

Very good condition, small area at neckline where there is breakage. 1950S PAULA WHITNEY Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Amazing Ruffled Poof Ball Skirt Cocktail Dress

Its sleek look effortlessly goes from heels and jeans to a cocktail dress or ball gown. Made to exceptionally high standards, this bracelet is in excellent condition.

The single festoon is an inspired detail elevating the design from fabulous to stunning. As at home with a ball gown as with Roman sandals and flowing white summer style.

Models are getting dressed with the help of their assistants. Models are wearing ball gowns. A model has her bare back to the camera.

Mod Black Ricci Cape Chagall -- Ricci satin ball gown with cloak of silk and cellophane. Photographed for the September 1961 issue of Life, against a backdrop of Chagall's windows of...

Models are getting dressed with the help of their assistants. Models are wearing ball gowns. A model has her bare back to the camera.

Fashion photography in color of backstage at the 1954 Pierre Balmain Couture show. A model in a blue ball gown and white gloves is being dressed. Her dress is tightened from the back.

Fashion photography in color of backstage at the 1954 Pierre Balmain Couture show. A model in a blue ball gown and white gloves is being dressed. Her dress is tightened from the back.

Fashion photography in color of backstage at the 1954 Pierre Balmain Couture show. A model in a blue ball gown and white gloves is being dressed. Her dress is tightened from the back.

Fashion photography in color of backstage at the 1954 Pierre Balmain Couture show. A model in a blue ball gown and white gloves is being dressed. Her dress is tightened from the back.

Fashion photography in color of backstage at the 1954 Pierre Balmain Couture show. A model in a blue ball gown and white gloves is being dressed. Her dress is tightened from the back.

Mod Black Ricci Cape Chagall -- Ricci satin ball gown with cloak of silk and cellophane. Photographed for the September 1961 issue of Life, against a backdrop of Chagall's windows of...

Models are getting dressed with the help of their assistants. Models are wearing ball gowns. A model has her bare back to the camera.

Models are getting dressed with the help of their assistants. Models are wearing ball gowns. A model has her bare back to the camera.

Models are getting dressed with the help of their assistants. Models are wearing ball gowns. A model has her bare back to the camera.

Its chic postmodern, machine-age-inspired motif effortlessly goes from heels and jeans to a cocktail dress or ball gown. Made to the exceptionally high standards that Gubelin is know...

Fashion photography of a model is wearing a blue Compiegne dress. The dress is a blue ball gown with black floral print. The model is also wearing a matching shawl.

Fashion photography of a model is wearing a blue Compiegne dress. The dress is a blue ball gown with black floral print. The model is also wearing a matching shawl.

Fashion photography of a model is wearing a blue Compiegne dress. The dress is a blue ball gown with black floral print. The model is also wearing a matching shawl.

One woman is wearing a black dress and the other woman is wearing a white ball gown and long white gloves. The woman in black looks at the mirror and smiles while getting ready.

One woman is wearing a black dress and the other woman is wearing a white ball gown and long white gloves. The woman in black looks at the mirror and smiles while getting ready.

One woman is wearing a black dress and the other woman is wearing a white ball gown and long white gloves. The woman in black looks at the mirror and smiles while getting ready.

One woman is wearing a black dress and the other woman is wearing a white ball gown and long white gloves. The woman in black looks at the mirror and smiles while getting ready.

One woman is wearing a black dress and the other woman is wearing a white ball gown and long white gloves. The woman in black looks at the mirror and smiles while getting ready.

The picture captures a model in a white ball gown with an open back. She turns around to face and smile at the camera.

The picture captures a model in a white ball gown with an open back. She turns around to face and smile at the camera.