1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in London, GB
The dropped waist skirt is made from an emerald green and black striped silk taffeta, sewn in two layers of ruffles to the hem.
1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in London, GB
The dropped waist skirt is made from an emerald green and black striped silk taffeta, sewn in two layers of ruffles to the hem.
MORPHEW VINTAGE Blue, Yellow & Cream Plaid Silk Taffeta Mini Cupcake Dress
Located in New York, NY
Made from deadstock 1990s silk taffeta we scored in a closed warehouse. Cut on the bias the plaid chevrons down the body for an adorable fit and flare cut with a slight give or stre...
Vintage 1950s Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress, Size XS
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950s Black silk taffeta strapless cocktail dress with white graffiti print. Perfect for wedding or cocktail party. Bust: 32” / Waist: 25” /Hip open. Size 0/2 /XS
Loris Azzaro Vintage Purple + Green Silk Taffeta Evening Gown or Dress
By Giorgio Beverly Hills, Loris Azzaro
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful vintage evening gown by Loris Azzaro in a deep purple silk taffeta fabric with a green silk taffeta empire waist detail. Partially lined with rear zip and hook closure. Bui...
$400Sale Price|27% Off
Vintage Victor Costa Black + White Silk Taffeta Lace Cocktail Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty vintage Victor Costa black and white silk taffeta lace dress!
1950s Floral Taffeta Silk French Couture New Look Style Dress
Located in London, GB
This stylish vintage couture 1950s silk taffeta coat dress with wide lapel and French cuff detail is smart, feminine and easily adaptable.
1950s Traina-Norrell Yellow Taffeta Silk Rose Print Dress
By Traina-Norell
Located in London, GB
Silk taffeta is notoriously prone to aging and this silk is in extremely good condition with no yarn separation.
1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in London, GB
This is a brilliant example of Ceil Chapman's early work from the late 1940s to early 1950s and the black taffeta silk design is exquisite. Its the first thing you notice about this ...
Vicky Tiel Couture Dress Cocktail Embellished Sequins Silk Taffeta Vintage 90s
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
A stunning early-1990s Vicky Tiel Couture cocktail dress, originally sold at Neiman Marcus, showcasing the designer’s signature glamour and body-skimming silhouette. Expertly crafte...
1980s Jenny Packham Velvet and Silk Taffeta Dress
By Jenny Packham
Located in London, GB
A very early design from high end occasion wear specialist Jenny Packham; this 1980s black velvet and silk cocktail dress is perfect for the upcoming party season. The bodice is made...
$1,156Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Pauline Trigere Black Wool Silk Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 80s Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 1980s PAULINE TRIGERE black wool and silk taffeta dress ! Features a tailored wool bodice with taffeta panel down the center. Full taffeta puff sleeves add just the right...
Geoffrey Beene Linen and Silk Taffeta Ensemble
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Geoffrey Beene Linen and Silk Taffeta Ensemble from the 1990's. A 2 piece outfit with simple puff sleeved T shirt top and full gathered skirt. As with all Beene pieces, the detailing...
1960s Geoffrey Beene Ivory Crochet and Black Silk Taffeta Vintage 60s Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s vintage GEOFFREY BEENE ivory crochet and black silk taffeta Victorian inspired cocktail dress!
1990s Lee Alexander Couture Size Large Silk Taffeta Off Shoulder Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous LEE ALEXANDER 90s silk taffeta off the shoulder neon green cocktail dress ! Features wonderful prints of flowers and paisley in blue, pink, and orange throughout. Hidden zip...
Vintage 80s Victor Costa Neiman Marcus Purple Metallic Silk Taffeta Dress + Belt
By Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1980s / 80s VICTOR COSTA for NEIMAN MARCUS purple silk taffeta strapless dress and sash belt!
Vintage Oscar de la Renta 2007 Runway Silk Taffeta Embroidered Dress Gown US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar de la Renta's Spring 2007 fashion show was a visual treat for fashion enthusiasts, show was a testament to Oscar de la Renta's ability to blend fashion with art. The show featu...
Vintage Runway 2005 Prada Feather Print Silk Taffeta Dress Italian 42 - US 6
By Prada
Located in Montgomery, TX
Prada Feather Print Silk Taffeta Dress Vintage Runway 2005 Italian size 42 - US 6 100% Silk, Strapless, Inner boned bustier with padded and underwired cups, Ties on the back, Tail.
Exceptional 1950s Vintage Black Silk Taffeta Hi - Lo Dress w/ Rosettes and Lace
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional 50s vintage strapless silk taffeta architectural hi-lo asymmetrical dress!
1950s Demi Couture Gunmetal Silver Grey Silk Taffeta Vintage Dress and Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 50s demi couture gunmetal / silver gray silk taffeta dress and handbag ensemble ! Features a beautiful gunmetal color with just the right amount of slight sheen. Flowers pr...
Vintage Bill Blass Size 6 Black and White Gingham 1980s Silk Taffeta 80s Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 80s BILL BLASS Size 6 black and white gingham silk taffeta dress with hot pink bows. Fit and flare style with a boned tailored bodice and full forgiving skirt. Hidden ...
1950s Gigi Young Salmon Coral Pink Silk Taffeta Vintage 50s Fit n Flare Dress
By GiGi Young
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s GIG YOUNG salmon / coral pink silk taffeta fit n' flare 3/4 sleeves dress! Features a wonderful flattering tailored bodice with a forgiving full skirt, which could al...
$500Sale Price|33% Off
1950s Grey + Black Silk Plaid Taffeta Fit n Flare Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty 1950s silk taffeta short puff sleeve dress! Features a grey metallic backdrop with black plaid printed throughout. Fitted tailored bodice with ruffles along the neckline. Chic...
Beautiful Vintage Bill Blass Couture Silk Taffeta Lace Long Sleeve Evening Gown
By Bill Blass, Attributed to Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage BILL BLASS couture black silk taffeta and lace evening gown!
Vintage Nina Ricci Couture 1980s Avant Garde Polka Dot Silk Taffeta Evening Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 1980s NINA RICCI Couture for NEIMAN MARCUS polka dot Avant Garde silk taffeta sleeveless evening gown!
1970s Richilene Silk Taffeta Rose Print Short Sleeve Vintage 70s Couture Gown
By Richilene for Elizabeth Arden, Richilene
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1970s RICHILENE for ELIZABETH ARDEN silk taffeta 3-D rose print short sleeve couture gown! Features bold rose prints in vibrant hot pink and green. Tailored bodice ...
Vintage Ronald Nivelais Sz 10 Bergdorf Goodman Blue Silk Taffeta Strapless Gown
By Bergdorf Goodman
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional vintage RONALD NIVELAIS for BERGDORF GOODMAN strapless blue silk taffeta gown! Flattering ruching detail hides any flaws. Dramatic back, with drapes and pleats. Couture q...
$956Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Lipstick Red Silk Taffeta Rose Pocket Appliqué Fit n’ Flare 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare vintage 1950s lipstick red silk and nylon taffeta fit and flare dress !
Incredible Vintage Rose Taft 1950s Style Black + Brown Lace + Silk Taffeta Gown
By ROSE TAFT
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely gorgeous vintage ROSE TAFT black and brown 1950s 50s style couture strapless gown! Features a full brown silk satin gown, with an attached black silk French lace overlay. Bl...
1990s Roland Nivelais Size 10 Kelly Green + Black Silk Taffeta Vintage 90s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 90s ROLAND NIVELAIS kelly green and black silk taffeta sleeveless couture evening gown ! Features a flattering ruched bodice with a dramatic train in the back. Blac...
Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Size 8 Gold Silk Taffeta Beaded Strapless 90s Gown
By PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE, Pamela Dennis
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1990s PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE muted gold silk taffeta strapless beaded evening gown! Features a strapless interior boned bodice with interior support. Fabulous gathe...
1980s Chris Kole Coral Pink Size 6 Off the Shoulder Silk Taffeta Vintage Gown
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 80s CHRIS KOLE for LILLE RUBIN coral pink / salmon silk taffeta off-the-shoulder evening gown! Features a flattering ruched tailored boned bodice with elastic straps at top...
1990s Escada Couture Red Silk Taffeta and Metallic Lace Gown
By Escada
Located in London, GB
Presented in excellent vintage condition with no issues. It is made from 67% Acetate, 33% Silk with detailing in 73% Polyester, 27% Nylon.
Halle Berry's Iconic Elie Saab 2002 Oscar Gown Taupe Silk Embroidered Taffeta
By Elie Saab
Located in San Diego, CA
One of the most recognizable dresses of all time! Halle Berry's ELIE SAAB Couture Academy Awards from 2002! This is the year she won the Academy Award, a year that marked history--sh...
1950s- 1960s Dorothy Litzan for Roban Vintage Blue Silk + Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage robin's egg blue silk taffeta cocktail dress with a scoop neck, chantilly lace and tulip hem by Dorothy Litzan for Roban.
Incredible Vintage Angelo Tarlazzi Paris Royal Blue Polka Dot Avant Garde Dress
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage Angelo Tarlazzi blue silk taffeta strapless dress!
Vintage Taffeta Silk Strapless Dress, Circa 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This lovely handmade strappless dress is made from taffeta dyed silk; the colours of the fabric look a little different depending on the light and the angle. It is fully lined with g...
Vintage 1950s Clifton Wilhite Black Silk Taffeta Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * black silk taffeta * dramatic side peplums * bodice stays * gathered bodice * metal back zipper * by Clifton Wilhite condition | excellent fits ...
Vintage 90s Stephen Burrows Black Silk Chiffon & Taffeta Layered Dress
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
Vintage 80s/90s Stephen Burrows Black Silk Chiffon & Taffeta Layered Dress Worn on the runway in the late 80s/90s - See photos for incredible detail!
Vintage 1950s Iridescent Gunmetal Silk-Taffeta Beaded Rhinestone Hourglass Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning 1950's gunmetal silver bombshell custom cocktail dress from the Old Hollywood era of glamour! The bodice is an alluring low plunge shelf-bust bow that falls into a heavily-s...
A 1980s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Taffeta Two Piece Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Copenhagen, DK
An incredible 1980s Yves Saint Laurent luscious turquoise silk taffeta two-piece dress consisting of a wide a-line skirt and sleeveless top.
1977 Loris Azzaro Yellow Silk Taffeta Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in New York, NY
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1970s Bill Blass Vintage Dress Black Silk Taffeta & Polka Dot Tulle Evening Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
This gorgeous dress has luscious layers of black dot netting over black silk taffeta.
Christian Dior Spring Summer 1993 Numbered Blue White Striped Silk Taffeta Dress
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This stunning vintage piece from Spring Summer 1993 by Gianfranco Ferre for Christian Dior is a sight to behold - made of luxurious sky blue and white striped silk taffeta, this dres...
2000s Runway Valentino Red Silk Taffeta Dress
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
The dress is a glorious silk taffeta affair and was designed to turn heads; dresses in the famous "Valentino Red" were always reserved for the finale of any runway event and are amon...
Vintage 1940's Metallic Purple Silk Taffeta Gown
Located in Sparks, NV
Early 1940's long formal maxi gown in metallic accented silk taffeta. Oversized back bow detail, sweetheart bust, and short sleeves. Rear zip and snap closure. Unlined. MEASUREME...
Vintage Dusty Rose Velvet & Silk Taffeta Tiered Evening Gown
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage dusty rose velvet & silk taffeta tiered evening gown with a velvet bodice featuring a V-neck line and gathering at shoulders, bust, and waist. In fair/good condition with som...
1980s RICHILENE Black Ruffle Silk Taffeta Evening Cape Coat
By Richilene
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dramatic Vintage 80s Richilene Silk Taffeta Ruffle evening opera cape coat. Cape/ coat has no fastener. Styled with Judith Leiber belt available for purchase at sielian's vintage 1s...
1960’s Oscar de la Renta for Elizabeth Arden Silk Taffeta Floral Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in London, GB
The dress is made from deep plum coloured silk taffeta with a softly abstracted cerise pink/moss green floral print and fine green metallic lame pinstripes.
Loris Azzaro Pink Silk Taffeta Strapless Petal Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Studio City, CA
A Loris Azzaro pink silk taffeta strapless gown with boned bodice and multiple tiers embellishing the neckline and two-tiered skirt. In good vintage condition - sold as is, which is ...
1960s Rappi Black Silk Taffeta Gown with Velvet Applique
By Rappi
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous full length, sleeveless ball gown by Rappi in black silk taffeta was made for New York department store Lord and Taylor. Dating from the late 50s/ early 60’s this beau...
Vintage LINDKA CIERACH Size 10 Purple Silk Taffeta Jacket Skirt Evening Ensemble
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Lindka Cierach for Neiman Marcus evening ensemble comes in a beautiful purple iridescent silk taffeta and includes a tailored jacket with puff shoulders, triple frog closures...
Philip Hulitar Black Silk Taffeta Spaghetti Strap Evening Gown w/Bustle Back
By Philip Hulitar
Located in Studio City, CA
Late 1950s/early 1960's Philip Hulitar black silk taffeta double spaghetti strap evening gown with bustle back. In good vintage condition. No size tag so please consult measurements....
1960s Patricia Anne Silk Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
Lovely vintage 1960s silk taffeta sleeveless dress by Patricia Anne with watercolour rose print.
1940s Black Striped Hostess Dress Coat
Located in London, GB
Lovely vintage 1940s black silk taffeta hostess dress coat with woven multi-coloured stripes.
Vintage 40s Iridescent Olive Silk Taffeta Asymmetric Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning! Deep olive green silk taffeta formal dress from the 1940's by American designer Eleanor Boldt. Asymmetric draping and gorgeous quality construction and fabric. DETAILS: ...
Vintage 1970s Guy Laroche Paris 100% silk taffeta maxi dress with matching belt
By Guy Laroche
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage 1970s silk taffeta maxi boho dress by Guy Laroche Paris Boutique Collection comes with the original matching belt.
Vintage Christian Dior Haute Couture 1971 Silk Taffeta Dress No155429 Documented
By Christian Dior
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Its hand-finished exterior is constructed from luxurious black brushed silk taffeta with canary yellow stripes while the interior is fully lined in black silk chiffon.
1940s Vintage Brown + Black Silk Taffeta Striped Dress with Belt
Located in Sparks, NV
Classic 1940s vintage dress in brown and black taffeta. Unlined with front metal zip closure. The bust measures up to 36", waist 27", hips up to 44", and the total len...
Vintage 1950s 50s Butterscotch Silk Taffeta Velvet Formal Cocktail Bubble Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning butterscotch iridescent silk taffeta formal dress from the 1950s with a velvet shelf bust, ruched bodice and extraordinary bubble hem. The dress is fully lined and features ...
Bill Blass Vintage Canary Yellow Silk Taffeta Ruffle Strapless Dress, 1980s
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 80s BILL BLASS canary yellow silk taffeta origami strapless cocktail dress AND matching sash belt!
1950s 50s Black Silk Taffeta + Lace Strapless " New Look " Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s strapless silk taffeta dress! Jet black color, with black lace accents at bust. Couture quality workmanship, with a built in underdress to help hold the dress up, and ...
Beautiful Vintage Richilene White Silk Taffeta Sequin Beaded Evening Gown Dress
By Richilene
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 1980s RICHILENE Couture white sequined and beaded full length strapless gown! Features thousands of hand sewn sequins and beads on the bodice, along with beaded f...
1980s Valentino Floral Silk Dress with Taffeta Skirt
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
1980s Valentino silk floral taffeta dress which very closely resembles a documented design from the autumn/winter 1987/1988 runway collection.
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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