S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Plunging Cowl Bodycon Column Slip Gown 40IT
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black Gucci slip gown, designed by Tom Ford for the Spring/Summer 1997 collection. This sultry floor-length gown features spaghetti straps and is elegantly drap...
F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Black Layered Tulle Sheer Plunge Gown 38IT
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black tulle Gucci gown designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 1998 collection, this whimsical black tulle Gucci by Tom Ford gown was highlighted on the seas...
1970 OSSIE CLARK black moss crepe halter dress
By Ossie Clark for Radley, Ossie Clark
Located in San Fransisco, CA
The dress has a plunging neckline with wide straps that tie at the shoulders, and a fitted high waist that falls into a long, fluid skirt.
Biba, London Gold Metallic Baby Doll Dress
By Biba
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Biba London, gold metallic jersey baby doll mini dress. Metallic gold and black lurex jersey is used by Barbara Hulanicki for this iconic dress, with plunging neckline, puffed...
S/S 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Backless Black Silk Plunging Tie Ruffle 38IT
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Gucci Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this chic Tom Ford-designed black cocktail dress is a warm-weather must-have. This backless halterneck dress features a thin spaghetti s...
Lemon-Lime Ultrasuede Belted Shirt Dress w Lettuce Edge Placket – M, 1970s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Half sleeve shirtwaist dress with plunging surplice neckline trimmed in 1 ½” self ruffles; sleeves are rolled twice and tacked in place.
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Rib Knit Yellow Fitted Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia Vintage Fitted Plunged Décolleté Mini Dress S Alaïa long sleeve mustard yellow dress with rib knit collar and trim.
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Bodycon Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Fitted Plunged Décolleté Mini Dress Size Small Alaïa mini bodycon dress with sweetheart neck and rib knit accent panels throughout.
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bustier Bodycon Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bustier Plunged Décolleté Bodycon Mini Dress Size M
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Black Bustier Fitted Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Fitted Plunged Décolleté Mini Dress M Black Alaïa mini bodycon dress with sweetheart neck and rib knit accent panels throughout.
Christian Lacroix Vintage Semi-Sheer Crochet Mesh Knit Fringed Black Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Christian Lacroix Vintage Semi-Sheer Crochet Mesh Knit Fringed Black Dress M Christian Lacroix 2 Piece knit dress with sheer plunging neckline, fringed trims and dual vents at hem.
Gucci by Tom Ford aqua blue beaded evening dress, ss 2000
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford aqua blue beaded evening dress with plunging neckline, silk lining and black leather shoulder strap with Gucci stamped metal clasp.
1970s Roland Klein by Marcel Fenez Studio 54 Grey Jersey Dress
By Roland Klein
Located in London, GB
Featuring batwing cut sleeves and a plunging V-neck line the dress is gathered under the bust, at the top of the skirt and on the sides to create an elegant, feminine silhouette.
A Yellow Lace Dress with Ostrich Feathers by Jacques Heim Couture Circa 1965
By Jacques Heim
Located in Toulon, FR
France A nice evening gown and cape in yellow Guipure lace, model named Alizée by Jacques Heim Haute Couture. High-waisted sheath dress with large plunging neckline and back zip fast...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Crepe Evening Dress, FW 1997
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
The dress features a plunging neckline framed by a wide shawl collar made of black satin, showcasing Dior’s signature Cannage quilting - a motif inspired by the woven cane pattern of...
Evening gown by Loris Azzaro in black and white silk jersey - Paris Circa 1980
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Toulon, FR
Sleeveless peplum dress with a plunging V-neckline at the back and a zipper closure.
John Galliano Glamourous Gold Satin Shirred Front Button Back Evening Dress 6
By John Galliano
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Galliano, old Hollywood glamourous gold satin evening dress with a plunge V neckline and chiffon woven shirred center front, The back features a row of working self buttons & lo...
1970s Lilli Diamond Black Jersey Rhinestone Vintage 70s Wrap Maxi Dress Gown
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet classic 1970s LILLI DIAMOND black jersey rhinestone encrusted faux wrap jersey plunging Grecian halter gown / maxi dress! Features a fitted crossover bodice with a flatteri...
1990s Gianfranco Ferre Black Knit Jersey Cocktail Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sexy Vintage 1990s Gianfranco Ferre Black Viscose long sleeve dress. Plunging Cowl neckline with black buggle beads waist band.
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2003 Chain Embellished Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2003 Chain Embellished Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown IT 40 Jean Paul Gaultier black maxi dress featuring plunging open back, chain embellished accents at...
Black Fish Scale Sequin Sheath Dress with Draped Ruched Hobble Skirt – XS, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
female form. Sleeveless wiggle dress with plunging front and rear neckline. Bodice features all-over black aurora borealis sequins and double princess seams in front for poured-on f...
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Bustier Open Back Dress and Bolero 2 Piece Set
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Bustier Fitted Plunged Décolleté Open Back Dress and Bolero 2 Piece Set Size Small
Vintage James Purcell Houndstooth Dress Avant Garde Space Age
By James Purcell
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful silk vintage James Purcell dress! Features black & white houndstooth, with a plunging back.
1970s Ann Buck White Printed Jersey Dress and Jacket
Located in London, GB
The plunging décolletage neckline of the dress is trimmed with soft yellow hole punched leather and there is a colourful tasselled drawstring that can be tied at the centre over the ...
Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
All in sumptuous lightweight silk twill…and a large size! Sleeveless cocktail dress with plunging front and rear V neckline and front and rear hip tucks; gathered shoulders and inve...
Electric blue lycra jersey evening dress by Loris Azzaro Couture Circa 1980
By Loris Azzaro Couture, Loris Azzaro
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France Electric blue lycra jersey evening gown by Loris Azzaro Couture dating from the 1980s. Sheath dress with large plunging neckline and back zip.
Vintage Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen Sz 36 Lipstick Red Silk Cape Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Remarkable and rare vintage GIVENCHY COUTURE, by ALEXANDER MCQUEEN lipstick red plunging cape dress! From the A/W 1998 collection.
F/W 1997 Halston by Randolph Duke Runway Black Cowl Neck Beaded Dress 40
By Randolph Duke, Halston
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Shimmer and shine in this incredible Halston by Randolph Duke Fall/Winter 1997 runway dress. This ultra-chic knee-length dress features a plunging cowl neckline and is amped up with ...
Bespoke Spanish Blue and Black Lace Mantilla Drop Waist Party Dress – XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
The lace’s pattern is dense at the bodice, diffuses at the waist and intensifies toward the hem to resemble the falling petals of a flower, which complements the dress’s “Corolle” s...
Black Silk Moiré Jeweled Tea Dress and Red-Lined Opera Coat Ensemble - XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Unforgettable. Matching circle dress and opera coat set of black silk moiré. Sleeveless dress features plunging front and rear neckline and 12 princess seams around full bodice circ...
1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Silk Blend Sleeveless Column Gown IT42
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black silk-blend Gucci column dress designed by Tom Ford. From 1999, this beautiful sleeveless dress features a plunging neckline, slit at the back, and fitted waist.
An Hubert de Givenchy French Couture Cream and Black silk Evening Set Circa 1965
By Givenchy
Located in Toulon, FR
Sheath dress with plunging neckline and cream silk shantung.
S/S 1987 Paco Rabanne Haute Couture Runway Sheer Embroidered Ruffle Gown Custom
By Paco Rabanne
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1987 collection, this fabulous gown debuted on the season's Haute Couture runway. The dress is constructed of light sheer black lace and features voluminous ru...
A black silk cocktail Gown by Christian Dior HC - Fuseau line, A/W 1957
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
This model, numbered 90999, is faithful to the master's Fuseau line, which specifies that skirts are shorter and sheath-shaped, with long bodices and plunging bell-shaped necklines. ...
Philosophy by Alberta Ferretti Vintage Navy Velvet with Oriental Knot Detail
By Alberta Ferretti, Philosophy by Alberta Ferretti
Located in Milano, IT
A rare and elegant vintage evening gown by Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti, crafted in a sumptuous deep navy blue velvet that subtly shimmers under the light. This floor-length dress ...
F/W 1994 Karl Lagerfeld Open-Front Plunging Navy Wool Coat Dress F36
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Karl Lagerfeld navy wool coat dress from the Fall/Winter 1994 collection features a bold open-front design with a plunging neckline.
$2,500
Norman Parkinson 'Enid Boulting at Barry Craig's studio. Vogue, April 1950'
By Norman Parkinson
Located in New York, NY
Enid Boulting wearing Charles Creed’s “Florentine” black and bronze brocade plunge neck dress and Tabu perfume by Dana. Photograph taken at Barry Craig’s studio for British Vogue, Ap...
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Akira Pink Cocktail Dress with Oversize Jewel Cummerbund Bow – M, 1980s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Long sleeve cocktail dress with plunging front neckline, puffed shoulders, tapered sleeves and wide taffeta cummerbund waist; oversize center waist bow with pavé rhinestone “knot.”
Documented Pierre Cardin Demi-Couture Hostess Dress and Skinny Pants - XS, 1970
Located in Tucson, AZ
Empire waist maxi dress features plunging V-back with decorative oversize bow at rear empire waist seam; split down the remainder of back and accentuated with bright orange trim arou...
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.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
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Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.
Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.