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Long printed dress with beadwork MICHEL KLEIN
Long printed dress with beadwork MICHEL KLEIN

Long printed dress with beadwork MICHEL KLEIN

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Long printed dress with beadwork . Main fabric composition: 100% rayon. Black chiffon lining.Button and buttonhole closure on the middle back + zip. Gros-grain ribbon on the waist. ...

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Lace Dramatic Flutter Sleeve Mermaid Gown, 1930s
Black Lace Dramatic Flutter Sleeve Mermaid Gown, 1930s

Black Lace Dramatic Flutter Sleeve Mermaid Gown, 1930s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Magnificent 1930's black lace gown. Black lace overlay on a black slip with beige detail at the bodice and back. Sculptural tiers of layered lace and black acetate create the dramati...

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Early 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

VALENTINO 2000 Vintage Black Silk w. Silver Embellishments Evening Gown Maxi
VALENTINO 2000 Vintage Black Silk w. Silver Embellishments Evening Gown Maxi

VALENTINO 2000 Vintage Black Silk w. Silver Embellishments Evening Gown Maxi

By Valentino

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Valentino '00 Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with black sheer net mesh bodice covered in silver sequins and thread to create shiny floral clusters Deep v-neck open back Zips at bac...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

2003 YOHJI YAMAMOTO strapless black cotton runway dress with asymmetrical hem
2003 YOHJI YAMAMOTO strapless black cotton runway dress with asymmetrical hem

2003 YOHJI YAMAMOTO strapless black cotton runway dress with asymmetrical hem

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Stunning spring 2003 Yohji Yamamoto runway dress, exactly as seen on the runway. Made from heavyweight black cotton, the dress has a strapless column silhouette with a folded neckli...

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Early 2000s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Prada SS1998 Navy Blue Silk with Latex Trim Midi Dress (S)
Prada SS1998 Navy Blue Silk with Latex Trim Midi Dress (S)

Prada SS1998 Navy Blue Silk with Latex Trim Midi Dress (S)

By Prada

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Prada Spring Summer 1998, Look 55 variation. As seen on Amber Valletta in the Prada SS1998 campaign shot by Glen Luchford. Navy blue silk midi dress with teal sheer latex trim. Scal...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Versace F/W2017 Runway Crystal Embellished Lace Backless Black Evening Gown
New Versace F/W2017 Runway Crystal Embellished Lace Backless Black Evening Gown

New Versace F/W2017 Runway Crystal Embellished Lace Backless Black Evening Gown

By Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

New Versace Runway Crystal Embellished Plunged Lace Backless Black Evening Dress Gown IT 40 Look 55 of Fall 2017 Collection New with Tags! Heavy beading, crystal embellishments and...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Asymmetrical burgundy silk dress with rhinestone ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Asymmetrical burgundy silk dress with rhinestone ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Asymmetrical burgundy silk dress with rhinestone ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Asymmetrical burgundy silk dress with rhinestone. Invisible zip closure and hook&eye on the left side. Mark of glue ( coming from a removed sticker) on the lining ( picture provided)...

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

2006 Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons black Sleeveless Lace Patchwork Dress
2006 Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons black Sleeveless Lace Patchwork Dress

2006 Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons black Sleeveless Lace Patchwork Dress

By Junya Watanabe

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black cotton and floral lace dress from Junya Watanabe's 2006 collection. The dress is constructed from a mix of opaque cotton panels and sheer lace, creating a patchwork effect that...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

ESCADA Y2K Vintage Embellished Pink + Gold Tulle Ball Gown Evening Maxi Dress
ESCADA Y2K Vintage Embellished Pink + Gold Tulle Ball Gown Evening Maxi Dress

ESCADA Y2K Vintage Embellished Pink + Gold Tulle Ball Gown Evening Maxi Dress

By Escada

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Escada 2000's Vintage Gold, yellow, and pink tonal beads and sequin embellishments on bodice Soft baby pink tulle over nude underlay Ethereal and really breathtaking in person Side z...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

2000’s Hot Pink Fuchsia Snakeskin Print Long Ruffled Evening Dress
2000’s Hot Pink Fuchsia Snakeskin Print Long Ruffled Evening Dress

2000’s Hot Pink Fuchsia Snakeskin Print Long Ruffled Evening Dress

Located in Sheffield, GB

A sublime 2000’s Y2K patterned dress in a full length Snakeskin effect. With spaghetti straps, ruffle detail, fitted silhouette and floor length hem, with slit up the leg. The dress ...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bencivenga Vintage Green Silk Dress Size 42 with Rose Embellishments
Bencivenga Vintage Green Silk Dress Size 42 with Rose Embellishments

Bencivenga Vintage Green Silk Dress Size 42 with Rose Embellishments

Located in Capri, IT

Bencivenga green silk catwalk dress size 42 the wrists are embellished with roses and swarovski stones totally tailormade in italy

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

DONNA KARAN 2012 Vintage Runway Pumpkin Ruched Long Maxi Dress
DONNA KARAN 2012 Vintage Runway Pumpkin Ruched Long Maxi Dress

DONNA KARAN 2012 Vintage Runway Pumpkin Ruched Long Maxi Dress

By Donna Karan

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Donna Karan Vintage Runway SS12 Pumpkin orange Stretchy and soft Pullover Size Medium but also fits XS/S Excellent condition, minor feeling of wear Measurements in inches laying fla...

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Sequin top or mini-dress with bat handle For a Party - France Circa 1980
A Sequin top or mini-dress with bat handle For a Party - France Circa 1980

A Sequin top or mini-dress with bat handle For a Party - France Circa 1980

Located in Toulon, FR

Early 1980s France Top or mini-dress for the party or music hall in black muslin embroidered with gold, silver and copper sequins. Large asymmetrical neckline with theatrical batwing...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

BOB MACKIE Vintage Taupe Beaded Bridal Gown Embellished Wedding Dress Maxi
BOB MACKIE Vintage Taupe Beaded Bridal Gown Embellished Wedding Dress Maxi

BOB MACKIE Vintage Taupe Beaded Bridal Gown Embellished Wedding Dress Maxi

By Bob Mackie

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Bob Mackie Wedding Dress Vintage Cool toned taupe stone color Silver, gold, and white iridescent beading and other embellishments throughout This whole dress is a walking work of art...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

JACQUEMUS Runway orange long tafetta button front maxi dress gown IT34 XS
JACQUEMUS Runway orange long tafetta button front maxi dress gown IT34 XS

JACQUEMUS Runway orange long tafetta button front maxi dress gown IT34 XS

By Jacquemus

Located in Hong Kong, NT

JACQUEMUS Runway orange long tafetta button front maxi dress gown IT34 XS Reference: TACW/A00033 Brand: Jacquemus Collection: Runway As seen on: Rihanna Material: Cotton Color: Orang...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1997 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer black floral silk dress with bustier bodice
1997 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer black floral silk dress with bustier bodice

1997 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer black floral silk dress with bustier bodice

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Rare Spring/Summer 1997 Dolce & Gabbana silk dress in a romantic black floral print. Designed with a beautifully structured bustier bodice, delicate spaghetti straps, and a small...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Pink + Crystal Midi Dress
HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Pink + Crystal Midi Dress

HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Pink + Crystal Midi Dress

By Herve Léger

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Herve Leger 1990's Vintage Cool toned baby pink bordering on lilac Clear crystals Invisible side zip Lined up to right under the knee Size XS NWT's, some crystals could be re-stitche...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Galanos Red Silk Shirred Front Gown, 1980s
Galanos Red Silk Shirred Front Gown, 1980s

Galanos Red Silk Shirred Front Gown, 1980s

By Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

80s silk gown in fire engine red silk crepe by James Galanos. The ruched bodice and fan pleated detail at the front slit at hem showcases the designer's expertise and attention to d...

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20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

2005 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black ramie runway dress with padded bustier
2005 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black ramie runway dress with padded bustier

2005 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black ramie runway dress with padded bustier

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Yohji Yamamoto Spring/Summer 2005 dress in black ramie. The fitted bodice is constructed with a padded, seamed bustier and a straight, open neckline framed by wide-set straps. Shaped...

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Early 2000s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

1994 ANN DEMEULEMEESTER taupe & blush linen draped RUNWAY dress
1994 ANN DEMEULEMEESTER taupe & blush linen draped RUNWAY dress

1994 ANN DEMEULEMEESTER taupe & blush linen draped RUNWAY dress

By Ann Demeulemeester

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, Ann Demeulemeester Spring 1994 runway dress in a combination of taupe linen and ramie with a printed marbled blush linen skirt. The taupe fabric has a subtle sheen that ca...

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1990s Belgian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vera Wang Purple Satin Strapless Evening Gown
Vera Wang Purple Satin Strapless Evening Gown

Vera Wang Purple Satin Strapless Evening Gown

Located in Dallas, TX

Vera Wang Purple Satin Strapless Evening Gown with Matching Shawl Description An elegant Vera Wang evening ensemble featuring a beautifully tailored strapless gown in luminous jewel...

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20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Body Con Floral Feather Mesh Dress, 2000s
Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Body Con Floral Feather Mesh Dress, 2000s

Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Body Con Floral Feather Mesh Dress, 2000s

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Dress features a body con design with stretch fabric providing a comfortable fit. The bold floral print in bold acid-tinged colors. Mid length perfec...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gold lace and embroideries bustier evening dress with drag RG / ROMEO GIGLI
Gold lace and embroideries bustier evening dress with drag RG / ROMEO GIGLI

Gold lace and embroideries bustier evening dress with drag RG / ROMEO GIGLI

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Gold lace and embroideries bustier evening dress with jersey lining. 90% polyester, 10% elastane. Invisible zip closure on the left side. Thin padded bra. Silicon strap inside the b...

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2010s Turkish Evening Dresses and Gowns

Powder pink mini satin cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Powder pink mini satin cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Powder pink mini satin cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Powder pink mini satin cocktail dress. Main fabric composition: 97% rayon, 3% stretch. Lining composition: 57% rayon, 43% polyester. Shoulder pad. Inside button and buttonhole closu...

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2010s Portuguese Evening Dresses and Gowns

D&G by Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2006 Runway Sheer Lace White Dress
D&G by Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2006 Runway Sheer Lace White Dress

D&G by Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2006 Runway Sheer Lace White Dress

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in Englishtown, NJ

D&G by Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2006 Runway Closing Look Sheer Lace White Dress Size: IT 44 Condition: Excellent condition. Please note the length is adjustable and can be worn...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Tattoo dress 'Hommage à Marlène' by John Galliano Summer 2004
Christian Dior Tattoo dress 'Hommage à Marlène' by John Galliano Summer 2004

Christian Dior Tattoo dress 'Hommage à Marlène' by John Galliano Summer 2004

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - 2004 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear "Hommage à Marlène" Collection, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Silk dress with a multicolored tattoo pattern. Size 38FR indi...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960's Vintage Helen Rose Black Lace Bodice Gown
1960's Vintage Helen Rose Black Lace Bodice Gown

1960's Vintage Helen Rose Black Lace Bodice Gown

By Helen Rose

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Stunning 1960's black lace and silk vintage Helen Rose evening gown. Helen Rose was a pivotal costume designer at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer who became an internationally recognized name wh...

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Miu Miu RUNWAY Spring 2000 Finale Gold Metallic Sheer Embellished Shift Dress
Miu Miu RUNWAY Spring 2000 Finale Gold Metallic Sheer Embellished Shift Dress

Miu Miu RUNWAY Spring 2000 Finale Gold Metallic Sheer Embellished Shift Dress

By Miu Miu

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fashion History: From Miu Miu's Spring 2000 runway collection, this ethereal dress appeared as the finale look, embodying the youthful glamour that defined the brand at the turn of t...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

OSCAR DE LA RENTA F15 100% silk cotton foldover collar trimmed dress US0 XS
OSCAR DE LA RENTA F15 100% silk cotton foldover collar trimmed dress US0 XS

OSCAR DE LA RENTA F15 100% silk cotton foldover collar trimmed dress US0 XS

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Hong Kong, NT

OSCAR DE LA RENTA F15 100% silk green cotton black foldover collar trimmed dress US0 XS Reference: LNKO/A02506 Brand: Oscar de la Renta Designer: Oscar De La Renta Collection: F15 M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

MA Orange Floral Crochet Daisy Hankie Dress with Fringe
MA Orange Floral Crochet Daisy Hankie Dress with Fringe

MA Orange Floral Crochet Daisy Hankie Dress with Fringe

Located in New York, NY

Measurements Overall length: 60 in. Bust: 33 in. Waist: 25 in. Hip: 35 in.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Verace Leather Skirt with Studs and Buckle Waist
Verace Leather Skirt with Studs and Buckle Waist

Verace Leather Skirt with Studs and Buckle Waist

By Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black leather skirt from Versace. It is pencil style with rows of silver metal studs around the waist and along angled front seaming into whic...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jane Andre 1950s Full Skirt Dress
Jane Andre 1950s Full Skirt Dress

Jane Andre 1950s Full Skirt Dress

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great black dress by Jane Andre in a cotton linen blend. It has cap sleeves, a drop waist and full skirt. There is fine band around the crew neckline and ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1988 Chanel Runway Documented Striped Camelia Print Midi Dress
1988 Chanel Runway Documented Striped Camelia Print Midi Dress

1988 Chanel Runway Documented Striped Camelia Print Midi Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

This documented Chanel dress walked the runway as part of Chanel’s Spring 1988 collection and can just be seen in the background in one of the runway shots. The skirt is tailored fro...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin Polka Dot Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin Polka Dot Sleeveless Cocktail Dress

Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin Polka Dot Sleeveless Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Francisco, CA

Oscar de la Renta metallic gold sequin fitted sleeveless party dress. The sequins switch direction in spots, forming a polka dot pattern. The perfect holiday dress! Back zip and hook...

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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vera Wang Farrah Ivory Gossip Girl Wedding Bridal Tulle Gown
Vera Wang Farrah Ivory Gossip Girl Wedding Bridal Tulle Gown

Vera Wang Farrah Ivory Gossip Girl Wedding Bridal Tulle Gown

By Vera Wang

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Ivory Vera Wang “Farrah” wedding gown, a romantic and instantly recognizable design made famous after appearing in blush on Serena Van der Woodsen in Gossip Girl, Season 5, Episode ...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950's Green Tulle Strapless Evening Gown Lace Evening Dress UK 6 US 2
Vintage 1950's Green Tulle Strapless Evening Gown Lace Evening Dress UK 6 US 2

Vintage 1950's Green Tulle Strapless Evening Gown Lace Evening Dress UK 6 US 2

Located in Nashville, TN

A phenomenal piece to behold, this original 1950's evening gown, rendered in forest green tulle, sea green lace and lined in fern green rayon, accented by delicate silver claw set rh...

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci 2002 Champagne Silk Convertible Halter Dress IT42
Tom Ford for Gucci 2002 Champagne Silk Convertible Halter Dress IT42

Tom Ford for Gucci 2002 Champagne Silk Convertible Halter Dress IT42

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Berlin, DE

Designed by Tom Ford for Gucci in 2002, this champagne silk convertible halter dress exemplifies the sensual glamour and fluid draping that defined Ford’s celebrated era at the Itali...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci Pink Silk Corset Dress with Lace Trim
Gucci Pink Silk Corset Dress with Lace Trim

Gucci Pink Silk Corset Dress with Lace Trim

By Gucci

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous rose pink silk dress from Gucci. It has a corset bodice which comes to a point at the waist with adjustable spaghetti straps, topstitched pink silk and black lace cups, c...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino New Cut out Silk Gown SS 2001
Valentino New Cut out Silk Gown SS 2001

Valentino New Cut out Silk Gown SS 2001

By Valentino

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible off white silk gown from Valentino. It is sleeveless with cut outs at the waist front, sides and back which including the chest décolletage are covered in fine black c...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Missoni Spring 2004 SZ 46 2000s Fully Sequin Blue Y2K Knit Halter Dress
Vintage Missoni Spring 2004 SZ 46 2000s Fully Sequin Blue Y2K Knit Halter Dress

Vintage Missoni Spring 2004 SZ 46 2000s Fully Sequin Blue Y2K Knit Halter Dress

By Missoni

Located in San Diego, CA

Never worn early 2000s MISSONI fully sequined striped knit halter dress ! Features vibrant colors of blue, turquoise, navy blue and yellow throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn clear se...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. The body of the dress is made of fine black stretch silk with functional adjustable lacing at the center front and b...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pale Aqua Blue Woven Silk Dress with Metallic Gold Thread
Pale Aqua Blue Woven Silk Dress with Metallic Gold Thread

Pale Aqua Blue Woven Silk Dress with Metallic Gold Thread

Located in New Hope, PA

This pale aqua blue silk summer evening dress is woven with metallic gold thread in the Indian style, and it may have even been made from a Sari. The dress has wide straps above a f...

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Collette Dinnigan Geometric Lace Silk Slip Dress
Collette Dinnigan Geometric Lace Silk Slip Dress

Collette Dinnigan Geometric Lace Silk Slip Dress

By Collette Dinnigan

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning black silk dress in a linear geometric pattern by Collette Dinnigan. It is a slip style dress with black straps and rows of horizontal lines joined by rows of faggoting o...

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1990s Australian Evening Dresses and Gowns

CD Greene Early 2000s Sheer Nude Mesh Mirror Disc Embellished Bodycon Gown Y2K
CD Greene Early 2000s Sheer Nude Mesh Mirror Disc Embellished Bodycon Gown Y2K

CD Greene Early 2000s Sheer Nude Mesh Mirror Disc Embellished Bodycon Gown Y2K

By CD GREENE

Located in San Diego, CA

An unforgettable vintage early-2000s CD Greene couture gown, masterfully balancing sensuality and architectural precision. Crafted from nude illusion stretch mesh, this floor-length,...

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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Lilac Tulle and Lace Dress US Size 4
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Lilac Tulle and Lace Dress US Size 4

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Lilac Tulle and Lace Dress US Size 4

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage lilac tulle and lace dress. From the CHRISTIAN DIOR Spring/Summer 2008 Collection. This lilac lace dress embodies the romantic and theatrica...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Silk Dress with Cut out Waist S/S 2005
Valentino Silk Dress with Cut out Waist S/S 2005

Valentino Silk Dress with Cut out Waist S/S 2005

By Valentino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous flower print silk dress from Valentino in pink, orange, off white, gold and brown. It is sleeveless with a plunging neckline front and back, cut outs at the waist and a f...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Geoffrey Beene 1990s Textured Silk Apricot Beige Strapless Evening Gown
Geoffrey Beene 1990s Textured Silk Apricot Beige Strapless Evening Gown

Geoffrey Beene 1990s Textured Silk Apricot Beige Strapless Evening Gown

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in San Francisco, CA

Geoffrey Beene textured silk strapless empire waist long evening dress. Amazing warm apricot color, and beautiful texturing of the silk. Back center slit. Built in boned structuring ...

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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Gowns and Designer Evening Dresses for Sale: Shop Dior, Chanel, Versace and More

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.