American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...

1970s Arnold Scaasi Off-Shoulder Rhinestone Embellished Velvet Bell Skirt Gown: Boned bodice with slightly ruched silk jersey off-the-shoulder broad band neckline with dropped but fi...

1960s Jean-Louis I. Magnin Op-Art Chiffon Cocktail Dress in Chartreuse & Blue: A strikingly delicious spring/summer cocktail dress by a masterful Hollywood designer, this Op-Art pat...

This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk chiffon, pearl encrusted, leaf-motif bodice and its double-layer, silk chiffon ballroom skirt...

Scott Barrie Draped Violet Rayon Matte Jersey Gown from the 1970's. Sexy draped neckline with ruched drawstring shoulders for that disco ready moment. Simple elegant gown, with large...

Stunning construction! Vintage metallic gold and black evening dress by Ann Lawrence with a full structured skirt and beaded fringe trim. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure....

Exquisitely beautiful Ceil Chapman evening gown from the 1950's. The epitome of midcentury Hollywood glamour. A holy grail gown for any vintage darling enamored with this bygone era ...

Rare late 1990s–early 2000s Marc Jacobs gold metal-link vintage evening gown featuring a fluid cowl neckline and long, slinky column silhouette that skims the body like liquid metal. Crafted from a true metallic link textile (not standard lamé jersey), the dress catches the light from every angle, evoking iconic late-90s runway and red carpet glamour. Labeled Marc Jacobs, size 8. Unlined and semi-sheer due to the open metal-link construction. There are several areas of separation and loss within the links toward the lower skirt and hem (see close-up photos). Priced accordingly and ideal for collectors, stylists, designers, or anyone comfortable working with specialty textiles. Restoration / Styling Ideas (for buyers): • Have a skilled tailor or costume restorer re-link and stabilize damaged areas using fine wire or matching metallic thread from the reverse. • Shorten or create a high side slit to remove or disguise heavier damage at the hem while keeping the original column line. • Add a nude or tonal slip underneath for coverage and to support the metal links. • Embrace the existing flaws and intentionally distress further for an editorial, deconstructed look—very in line with late-90s / Y2K runway styling. A rare archival-worthy Marc Jacobs piece with incredible stage, red carpet, or editorial potential. ⸻ Size & Measurements Labeled Size: 8 Measurements: 38 inch bust 34 inch waist 42 inch hips 63 inches from top back shoulder seam to hem Key Features • Authentic Marc Jacobs main line, c. 1998–2002 • True gold metal-link textile with diagonal rib effect • Draped cowl neckline; sleek column silhouette • Semi-sheer, lightweight, high-impact shine • Visible link breaks and snags; priced for condition and restoration potential • Exceptional piece for collectors, stylists, or runway-inspired eveningwear ⸻ Marc Jacobs 90s gown, Marc Jacobs metal link dress, vintage Marc Jacobs...

Stunning vintage Naeem Khan dress under his Riazee label. Heavily encrusted in thousands of tiny glass seed beads. This dress is 100% silk and is fully lined. The marked size is 4, a...

The.Nicole Bakti collection knows how to make a woman look amazing and feel beautiful! A NWT dress made of liquid rose gold sequins. Halter bodice with keyhole opening on bust. The ...

Love a great vintage evening dress especially one in this as new condition. It is so sexy but still classy and chic. The label is Betsy & Adam by Linda Bernell and made in the USA. R...

Elegant vintage 1970s Birdine’s Sunshine Fashions white maxi dress showcasing a fluid Grecian silhouette with a softly gathered neckline, sleeveless bodice, and open keyhole back. The standout feature is the hand-beaded and sequined waist panel adorned with a dragonfly-inspired motif crafted from gold cord embroidery, bronze sequins, and vibrant emerald crystal beads with dangling tassels. Cut from lightweight stretch jersey that drapes beautifully and flatters the figure. Fully lined with a back zipper and hook-and-eye closure. Retains its original Birdine’s Sunshine Fashions paper tag, a hallmark of authentic early-to-mid 1970s Florida resortwear. A striking piece of vintage glamour that captures the bohemian sophistication of 1970s eveningwear — combining goddess-like ease with intricate handcrafted detailing. New with tags. Made in USA Approximately Size Medium Size & Measurements Approximate Size: Medium Bust: 36–40 in (open back with stretch fit) Waist: 29 in Hips: 60 in Length (shoulder to hem): 57.5 in ⸻ Key Features • Authentic 1970s Birdine’s Sunshine Fashions design • Hand-beaded and sequined dragonfly-inspired motif • Gold cord, bronze sequin, and emerald green crystal embellishment • High neckline with open keyhole back • Flowing floor-length skirt in soft stretch jersey • Fully lined; back zip closure • Original store tag attached (New with Tags) • Excellent vintage condition ⸻ 1970s Birdine’s Sunshine Fashions dress, vintage beaded maxi dress...

An iconic rhinestone encrusted bodice on a sleek, form fitting black dress from Pauline Trigere will make sure that all eyes are on you. Trigere did many variations of this beadwork ...

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

Elegant Ralph Lauren Lacquered Metallic Lace Sheath Dress from the Purple Label collection. Clean, timeless lines rendered in an amazing floral metallic lace in inky black. Has a str...

Rare 1950s Hawaiian dress made by Surf and Shore in Honolulu. Mouth watering vintage hand pulled screen printed fabric in orange, white and metallic g...

Ralph Rucci has created the most intricate and detailed cocktail dress. The bodice is made from grey flannel with narrow grey ribbon insertion. The grey flannel straps are braided an...

Oscar de la Renta’s wedding dresses embody his signature blend of refined luxury and joie de vivre. Many celebrities have worn his dresses on...

Vintage Oscar De la renta magenta pink silk gown with billowy sleeves and ruffle collar. Perfect for cocktail party or Black tie event. Bust 34” Waist: 27”

James Galanos 1970s black crepe, jewel strap goddess evening gown with a deep hem vent. Gorgeous gown for any big event, sleek & sexy. A strapless gown that features a sweet heart sh...

Step into the spotlight with this striking CD Greene Couture silk jersey cocktail dress from the Spring–Summer 2012 collection. Crafted in a vivid seedy green / turquoise stretch fab...

Darling vintage Arnold Scaasi silk dress in a vibrant floral print. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure and a structured front box pleat. 100% silk with 100% acetate lining. T...

A dramatic look in this 1970s gown of polyester matte jersey featuring a strapless, shirred bodice with long scarf ties attached at center; these can be worn in several ways over the...

Absolutely incredible unworn vintage Donald Brooks dress in hand-painted hand-embroidered tulle that just glows with different layered colors. Stunning design and colors! One of the ...

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 ...

Lily Samii blue and white strapless silk gown with abstract circle pattern throughout in bright and navy blues. Draped chiffon panel at front. Side front slit behind drape. Boning a...

This strapless tiered silk gown by Lillie Rubin comes with a matching wrap. Ruched structured bodice. Rear zip closure. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: 4...

A great little black silk dress from famed American designer Donald Brooks. I has a scoop neckline front and back and straps adorned with 2 gold metal rectangles on the front and ba...

One of our favorite vintage American designers was Arnold Scassi. Lesser known but no less talented than his peers, Adofo, Bill Blass and Oscar de la Renta. Personally, he was an ext...

A colorful silk patchwork skirt in greens, blues, and pinks. The skirt is comprised of row of squares sewn creating a diagonal pattern of same colors. It has a small waistband, a hand sewn side zipper, and is lined in off white silk. Fits size Extra Small...

Fabrice was a legend in American Fashion. He was worn by every celebrity you can think of during his time as a designer. This is the 1st Fabrice piece of clothing we have ever sold. ...

A charming silk dress in a pink/black check from Geoffrey Beene. It has a black Peter pan collar, side seam pockets, black button cuffs on long sleeves and round black decorative but...

1990s Bob Mackie Ballet-Inspired Tulle and Velvet Corset Dress w Full Tutu Skirt: An over--the-top fabulous dress by the legendary American costumer Mackie! Bustier is heavily boned ...

Vibrant fuchsia pink cocktail dress from the 1950s. Full sweep and scalloped edges. Details: Partially Lined Side Metal Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: Not Marked Estimated Size:...

Beautiful vintage late 90s CD GREENE ivory, grey/silver silk jersey and chiffon evening dress ! Features a blouson loose fitting chiffon overlay with hook-and-eye closure at center b...

Stunning vintage 1970s 2-piece evening dress ensemble by Arnold Scaasi in metallic gold printed silk lamé. This ensemble fits like a modern size XS. The top is fully lined with rear ...

So wearable! Vintage black button up cocktail dress with fringe on the cuffs and hem. By Victor Costa for Lord & Taylor. Details: Fully Lined Front Button Closure/ Back Zip an...

Lovely Mary McFadden Pleated 2 Toned Cocktail Dress from the 1980's. Spliced in 2 tones of signature pleated textile with hand piped edges. Puffed sleeves with fitted bodice and full...

Absolutely stunning 1960s vintage silk satin cocktail dress by Helga. Metallic brocade paisley design over gray silk animal print. Nipped waist with bow detail. Stunning construction...

A rare very find, rare Charles James Brown Satin Black Velvet Cocktail Dress. Dating from the 1950's this design is well recognized as his ...

Gorgeous vintage 1970s gold lamé paisley silk evening gown by Pauline Trigere. Versatile zip up front allows you to be either daring or discreet. Fully lined in a gold metallic silk,...

A feminine flower pattern silk dress from Giorgio Sant'Angelo in blues, reds, greens and white. It has exposed shoulders with spaghetti straps, 2 cut outs along the sleeves and func...

This Victorian dress has it all! Made from a very fine handkerchief linen it has a high neck, exquisite floral embroidery, a very generous amount of heart patterned lace insertion, ...

Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...

Stunning silk chiffon gown with split bat wing sleeves and ombre/ floral hand painted design that is embellished with tiny sparkling sequins. Absolutely amazing piece! Details Full...

1930s Black Bias-Cut Silk Velvet Gown w Pleated Ruffled Neckline & Low Back: A super hard-to-find authentic 1930s gown that is right out of a Jean Harlow movie! Super-low, plunging ...

Fab C.1970 black velvet pant suit by Y.E.S. of California. The jacket hooks at the front with a peplum silhouette and features a coordinating belt with rhinestone buckle. The pants sit high on the waist and zip at the back with a slight bell bottom hem. Pair it with a crisp white blouse for a tuxedo look or a black lace camisole...

A gorgeous fine black wool jersey maxi dress gown by master designer Norman Norell. It has a crew neckline, dolman sleeves with zipper wrists and a silk satin ribbon belt adorning t...

This sleek 1940's black crepe evening dress has a striking design worked in gold sequins from the right shoulder to the left hip. The diagonal lines terminate in a curve at the shoul...

This Halston gown and opera coat set from the Fall/Winter 1997 collection by Randolph Duke is composed of a fully beaded silver strapless column gown and a matching full-length opera...

Quite possibly my favorite BOB MACKIE Couture dress EVER! I cannot even begin to describe this beauty! Beautiful emerald green silk with black silk chiffon overlay. Features a conver...

Exquisite 1990s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA for SAKS 5th AVE Couture black silk chiffon and chattily lace sheer evening gown ! This beautiful dress ha...

Mignon Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress from the 1950's. Silk taffeta is tucked through the waist which opens into a full bouffant bubble skirt supported inside with tulle. Dress...

Amazing 1970s SAMIR rust colored faux suede spaghetti strap handkerchief hem boho beaded dress ! Features a soft faux suede with fringe at the neck and hem. Hidden zipper up the side...

A beautiful black silk skirt trimmed in red sequin and embroidered hearts framed in an intricate beaded design. It has a 2" red sequin embroidered w...

Chic EMMA DOMMB 1960s turquoise blue silk, rayon and velvet pearl encrusted dress ! Features a soft velvet above the bust. Silk / Rayon body with semi sheer mesh overlay. Tailored bo...

A stunning 1960s couture made pleated silk chiffon ballerina style cocktail dress by Sarmi of New York. This utterly magical dress is set off beautifully with an empire line bust in ...

Striking 1980s VICTOR COSTA for BERGDORF GOODMAN hunter / forest green and black strapless dress ! Green taffeta fabric with sheer black mesh and velvet overlay. Bow sash detail at l...

Drop dead gorgeous CHRISTIAN SIRIANO Couture Spring 2019 Runway gown ! This dress has so much detail, and only the finest materials were used. Backed by horsehair this piece of art c...

Sexy Donna Karan Draped and Bugle Beaded Gown from the early 2000's. Amazing design represented by 2 asymetrical scarf motifs with bugle beaded accents on bodice. Unusual straps are ...