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Evening Dresses and Gowns For Sale
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JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Burgundy Semi-Sheer Mesh Twist Cutout Tank Top Maxi Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Burgundy Semi-Sheer Mesh Twist Cutout Tank Top Maxi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: Soliel Style: Twist Front Cutout Maxi Dress Color...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

NWT Yves Saint Laurent 2012 Collection Silk Leopard Print Corset Maxi Dress Fr40
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Yves Saint Laurent Silk Leopard Print Strapless Maxi Dress 2012 Collection French size 40 - US 6/8 100% Silk, Double layered, Leopard print, Finished with corset, Fully lined in ...
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Paisley Purple Blue Green Boho Vintage Cotton Rayon 70s Maxi Halter Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish vintage 1970s paisley halter maxi dress ! Features a paisley print with voibrant colors of purple, green, blue, pink and teal throughout. Soft co...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Gay Gibson Navy Blue + Red Lightweight Wool Nautical Halter Maxi Dress 70s
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 70s GAY GIBSON navy blue and red wool halter maxi dress ! Features a tailored navy bodice with a full red skirt. Hidden zipper up the back with...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Blue silver Metallic Knit Cage Sleeve V Bodice Maxi Dress Wenjilli 9/10
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s dark blue & silver metallic knit, long, draped cage cuff, sleeves maxi dress. Ribbed turtle neck with a fitted bodice and an open work V design at the front. Wide ribbed waist...
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1970s Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

Etro multicolor floral stripe paisley print plunging cut out maxi dress gown
By Etro
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage An incredibly feminine floor length dress by Etro from their Spring/Summer 2007 runway collection Low cut plunging neckline Floral, stripe and paisley multicolour...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Loewe Womens Color Block Maxi Dress Size 34 White Blue Tie Front Collar Button
Located in Miami, FL
- White and blue exterior - Tagged size 34 - Made of 75% cotton 25% polyamide Condition: The shirt dress is in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pretty 1970s Boho Cotton Voile + Lace Flower Print Long Sleeve 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty vintage 1970s lightweight cotton voile and lace flower print long sleeve maxi dress! Beige background, with light shades of pastel pink, green, yellow and blue throughout. But...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s ROBERTA DI CAMERINO Trompe l Oeil Print Maxi Dress - Blue Green Black
Located in Wallkill, NY
Graphic Electric Blue with a shot of vibrant green with black is stunning on this 1970s ROBERTA DI CAMERINO Maxi Dress. Collar with 3 button closure. Buttoned cuffs. Tag not present ...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Amazing 1970s Aztec Abstract Print Cerulean Blue Cut Out Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s cerulean blue and pink cotton blend Aztec abstract print cut-out maxi dress! Features vibrant colors of hot pink, yellow, purple, and green throughout. Simply slips ove...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Patriotic Blad Eagle USA Patriotic Red, White and Blue 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s patriotic maxi dress! Turquoise blue base, with vibrant colors of red, white, blue and gold throughout. Peek-a-boo cut out above the bust, with a high neck. ...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Lori Till White + Pink Lightweight Cotton Lace Vintage Boho 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Ftastic 1970s LORI TILL white, pink, and ivory lightweight cotton and lace maxi dress! Features a luxurious soft textured white cotton with ivory lace down t...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Bright Neon Orange + Hot Pink Abstract Flower Print Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s bright neon orange and hot pink abstract flower print long sleeve jersey maxi dress! Features a flattering empire waist style fit,...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Malcolm Starr Attr. Size 2 /4 Rhinestone Beaded Cut Out 60s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Channel your inner “Palm Royale” Kristen Wiig. Beautiful late 60s Malcolm Starr attributed cotton pique vintage cut-out maxi dress! Brightly colored cotton pique quilted fabric in r...
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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Pale Blue Jersey Knit Maxi Dress with Prong-Set Rhinestones + Long Sleeves
By Dan Lee
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1970s jersey knit maxi dress with prong-set rhinestones and long sleeves. Scoop neck and long length. Details: Unlined Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Size 6 Abstract Mosaic Print 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 70s JAY MORLEY for FERN VIOLETTE short sleeve 70s maxi dress ! Jay Morley was a successful costume director for Hollywood films in the 50s - 60s. He formed his own de...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Jay Morley for Fern Viollete Vintage Rose Print Pink + White Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 70s JAY MORLEY FOR FERN VIOLLETE pink and white rosette cotton voile maxi dress! Features allover mini roses, with embroidered rosette waistband. Sizable bow should...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Aristo Kat Vintage Metallic Zig Zag Knit Maxi Dress with Long Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1970s maxi dress with a zig zag design in red, metallic silver, metallic gold, and black knit by Aristo Kat. Unlined with rear zip cl...
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1970s Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Patchwork Eyelet Lace Red White and Blue Long Sleeve Vintage Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish vintage 70s red, white and blue patchwork cotton and eyelet lace long sleeve maxi dress! Features a solid white eyelet lace in shapes of flowers. Buttons up the front and at ...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Sirena of California Hot Pink Flowers and Polka Dots Jersey Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Awesome vintage SIRENA OF CALIFORNIA hot pink, orange, fuchsia, yellow, purple and navy blue boho maxi dress! Features a lace-up bodice that can adjust to fit an array of bust sizes....
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sunny Gold and Lemon Yellow Cotton V-Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Maxi Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A "ray of sunshine," this beautiful dress in Golden yellow cotton, the perfect maxi dress, adorned with gold sunflowers that highlight it is a perfect spring to summer dress. It's a...
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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Teal Green Blue Pink Flower Printed Cotton + Lace Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1970s teal green / blue and pink cotton and lace maxi dress! Features a fitted spaghetti strap sleeveless bodice trimmed in lace on the front and back. Forgiving an...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Wine Rose Petal Fantasy Flower Side Draped V Neck Maxi Dress 44
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Roberto Cavalli wine rose petal fantasy flower, side draped maxi dress with a silver rhinestone applique under the right breast side. Deep V surplice neckline. Long sleeves, the dres...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Sheer Black Silk Tie Neck Blouse/High Waist Silk Maxi Skirt Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Geoffrey Beene sheer black silk lacquered jacquard tie neck blouse and coordinating high wide waist mid weight silk & wool maxi skirt from the 1970s. This beautiful set is perfect fo...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

E. Braun Co. Pink Coral Floral Print Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress Belt, 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
This is a romantic 1970s layered silk chiffon maxi dress by E. Braun & Co. who was a high-class clothing store established by the brothers Emanuel and Josef Braun in Vienna, Austria,...
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1970s German Evening Dresses and Gowns

Balenciaga 2011 gold chain halter neck draped column print maxi dress gown XS-M
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage Balenciaga Resort 2011 Halter neck draped column style maxi dress Gold and black chunky chain halter neck that ties at the back of the neck. This is fully removabl...
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

LEONARD Paris Black, Aqua Purple Floral Print Silk Tie Neck Maxi Dress, 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
This is a stunning 1970s Leonard Fashion Paris maxi dress with one of their iconic vibrant floral prints covering the top. I love the flattering ...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A/W 2003 Christian Dior John Galliano black Maxi long satin slip evening dress
Located in Sheffield, GB
Autumn / Winter 2003 Christian Dior dress by John Galliano, this long satin slip dress with signature lace details at the shoulders and bias cut body has the typical Galliano era Dio...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Geoffrey Beene 1970s Abstract Flower Print Long Sleeve High Neck 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage 1970s GEOFFREY BEENE abstract flower print long sleeve high neck jersey maki dress. Features floral prints in vibrant colors of purple, pink, peach, orange, green a...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lilli Diamond 1970s Sz 2 Abstract Leaf Print Red Halter Cotton Voile Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s LILLI DIAMOND cotton voile halter maxi dress gown ! The main color of this beauty is red. Abstract leaf prints throughout in vibrant hues of blue, orange and green. D...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

EMILIA BELLINI c.1960 s Op Art Signature Print Silk Metallic Knit Maxi Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Emilia Bellini c.1960's op art signature print silk metallic knit maxi dress. Large floral ornate op art signature print metallic silk knit in s...
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1960s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Unworn 1970s Teal Traina Vintage Jersey Knit Op Art Maxi Dress with Open Back
Located in Sparks, NV
Slinky and sexy jersey knit maxi dress in a unique red and tan print by Teal Traina in unworn condition with the original tags attached. Unlined with rear zip, button, tie and snap c...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Gay Gibson Trompe L’Oeil Lace Print Yellow Cotton Voile 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1970s GAY GIBSON yellow cotton voile vintage trompe l’oeil lace and flower print lightweight long sleeve belted maxi dress ! Features the perfect...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Joseph Magnin 1970s Lipstick Red Long Sleeve Wool 70s Sweater Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage JOSEPH MAGNIN lipstick red long sleeve wool sweater dress! Features a soft wool knit that has plenty of stretch. Vibrant lipstick re...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

An Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Evening Dress - Spring Summer 1978
Located in Toulon, FR
Spring Summer 1978 Collection. France Beautiful Antique printed silk long evening dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche from the 1978 Collection. Peplum dress with asymmetrical tr...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Anne Klein Bell Sleeve Column Dress with Beaded Trim 1990s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A sophisticated simple black wool column maxi dress by Anne Klein. It has a crew neckline and long bell sleeves both finished with 2" of rows of black glass tubular beads. The dress ...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

ADOLFO 1970 s Black Knit Maxi Gown with Cut Out Detail Size 8 10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Adolfo gown is composed of a black knit. Features a criss-cross cut out detail with a flower accent. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **...
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Comme des Garcons Junya Watanabe Black Woollen Chasuble Dress Circa 2000
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2000. France Japan Iconic black chasuble dress by Comme des Garçons from the famous Japanese brand created by Rei Kawakubo. Master in the art of deconstruction in fashion, Juny...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

NWT 1990s I Magnin Size 10 Sheer Navy Blue Long Sleeve Vintage 90s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brand new with tags 1990s I MAGNIN navy blue sheer chiffon dress ! Hidden zipper up the back. A beautiful staple piece for any wardrobe. In great unworn condition, with or...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

An André Courrèges Chasuble French Couture Dress Numbered 0031643 Circa 1970
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970-1975 France A Chasuble Tunic dress inspired by trapezium in black wool twill jersey by André Courrèges. Sleeveless and backless retained by two thick straps with black lac...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1972 OSSIE CLARK black chiffon tiered evening dress with capelet
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning, Ossie Clark black chiffon evening dress dating to 1972. Designed with an empire waist, flowing tiered skirt, sheer blouson sleeves finished with elastic shiring at the wris...
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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Pop Art Printed Chiffon Ceremony Dress - France Circa 1975
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970-1975 France Magistral long dress in printed silk crepe, without claw and dating from the 1970s. Chasuble cut dress with psychedelic print typical of Pop Art of this period...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970 OSSIE CLARK black moss crepe halter dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A rare Ossie Clark halter dress in black moss crepe, dating from the 1970s. The dress has a plunging neckline with wide straps that tie at the shoulders, and a fitted high waist th...
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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage cottagecore prairie cotton white red floral print halter backless dress
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A beautiful vintage dress most likely from the 1970's Cottagecore style maxi length dress in white with red, yellow and green floral print Halt...
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Madonna VH1 Lace-Up Tunic Navy Viscose Skirt Set
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting another iconic piece of fashion history - a navy viscose lace-up tunic and maxi skirt set designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's Spring/Summer 1996 collection. Madonna wore an i...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Long Evening Black Dress by Claude Montana - French Circa 1999
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1999-2001 France Sober and elegant long black dress for the evening by Claude Montana from the Blu collection launched by the designer in 1999. Tight dress in black jersey, c...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moroccan Caftan Pink Color with Silver Trim, Vintage Kaftan circa 1970
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan hot pink color embroidered with silver metallic threads, circa 1970s. This long maxi poly jersey dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished with traditional...
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1970s Moroccan Evening Dresses and Gowns

Cruise 1999 Thierry Mugler Navy Silver Chain Cutout Accent Slit Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous navy blue Thierry Mugler gown, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the 1999 Cruise collection, this full-length gown features a fitted column silhouette, thin straps, and an angular neckline. The dress is made complete with a silver-tone chain cutout detail that wraps around the bust and a slit on one side. Effortlessly chic and timeless, this vintage Mugler gown...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2000 John Galliano Canary Yellow Knit Distressed Heart Stretch Knit Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gorgeous canary yellow John Galliano knit gown. From Galliano's Spring/Summer 2000 collection, this knit slip dress features a wide scoop neckline and back. The dress features different knitting patterns...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moroccan Caftan, Silk Brocade Vintage Kaftan
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan silk gold damask gorgeous vintage hostess gown. Light green floral leaf design on silk Kaftan circa 1970s. Exotic oriental long maxi caftan dress with long sleeves in shimmering brocade beige and gold fabric. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown. This long maxi dress kaftan is embellished entirely by hand. The front is embellished at the front with woven gold buttons and loops that run down the center to the hemline. The cuffs and border seams are accented with handmade applique gold trim. This exotic Arabic maxi dress caftan gown makes a very extravagant garment for formal attire to transitions effortlessly to casual wear. Handcrafted in Morocco and tailored for a relaxed fit with wide sleeves, It is made in the traditional form of a Moroccan caftan using metallic brocade fabric and trimmed in handcrafted “passementerie”. The body of the garment is loose fitting and flares to the bottom. The sleeves are somewhat bell shaped with an open cuff that closes up with metallic gold buttons. The fabric is a rich looking metallic thread blend brocade. This long maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished entirely by hand with detailing around a traditional neckline, with embellished sleeves In Morocco, fashion preserves its traditional style inherited from great civilizations that found their way to Northwest Africa, such as the Ottomans and the Moors. Moroccan fashion has been recognized for its style and has garnered a reputation, winning awards in international fashion shows throughout Europe. Marrakech Bohemian style. Sizing: No size is indicated, but, being a loose fitting garment, this should fit a range of medium to large sizes - please rely on the following measurements for fit: Measurements: Bust 36”. Waist 36”. Hips 44”. Across shoulders 13”. Sleeve length 25.5”. Centre back length 60”. Handcrafted by Moroccan Artist designer, this is a one of a kind caftan, inspired by the tales of princess of the Arabian Nights. The Kaftan is a long and wide tunic, collarless, long-sleeved, worn by man and women in Africa and the Middle East. The Moroccan kaftans inspired European and global designers as Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, Oscar de La Renta, Emilio Pucci, and many more who made the Moorish caftans famous in the 1960s and 1970s. Loose fit this caftan blends ease and timeless style with its relaxed fit and intricate embroidery, for a casual evening out or dress it up with jeweled sandals...
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20th Century Moroccan Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Rhinestone Silk Satin Chiffon Cutout Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a sexy cut-out gown designed by Donatella for Versace’s Fall/Winter 2004 collection. Black silk satin is accented with sheer silk chiffon at the center of the skirt and a rhinestone embellished collar that continues through the neckline plunge and along the lower back. This piece features a built-in interior bodysuit to streamline the silhouette of the wearer. A perfect example of Donatella's ability to combine Y2K sex appeal with timeless glamour. Check out our storefront for more vintage Versace gowns...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1968 OSSIE CLARK black moss crepe dress with keyhole neckline ruffles red trim
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This is a 1968 Ossie Clark “Judy” dress, a rare and iconic design that perfectly captures the sensual drama of Clark’s early work. The dress is made from his signature black moss cr...
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1960s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Rhinestone G Logo Black Stretch Halter Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an iconic halter neck black Gucci gown with a black rhinestone 'G' closure, designed by Tom Ford for the Spring/Summer 1998 collection. The same rhinestone 'G' buckle accent debuted on both the men's and women's runway presentations on bedazzled swimwear. This stunning gown...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

2015 Celine By Phoebe Philo cinnamon and black knit dress with flounced hemline
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Celine by Phoebe Philo, Pre-Fall 2015 Very rare knit dress in marled cinnamon and black designed by Phoebe Philo. The textile is a lightweight fine-gauge knit with a soft, fluid fee...
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990S LEONARD Pink Black Silk Chiffon Tropical Floral Gown With Metal Mesh Tr
Located in New York, NY
1990S LEONARD Pink & Black Silk Chiffon Tropical Floral Gown With Metal Mesh Trim
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Couture Numbered Gown 1970s
By Mark Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blue silk charmeuse numbered couture gown from Christian Dior. The body of the floor length dress is gathered onto the square top stitched enhanced neckline front and bac...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Silk Blend Sleeveless Column Gown
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. Ef...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2005 Roberto Cavalli Black Rhinestone Sheer Bodycon Stretch Halter Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Roberto Cavalli slinky gown. From the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, this full-length dress features a halter neck and rhinesto...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

2000s Gianni Versace by Donatella Sheer Crepe Silk Blend Black Lace Halter Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black silk crepe and lace Gianni Versace Couture halter neck gown designed by Donatella Versace. From the early 2000s, this stunning floor-length dress features a halter...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 2001 Paco Rabanne Runway Buckle Sheer Panel Black Bodycon Y2K Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black sleeveless gown designed for Paco Rabanne’s Fall/Winter 2001 runway collection. This elegant form-fitting dress features a high neckline and a sheer mesh-...
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Early 2000s 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.