French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A 1981 Madame Gres haute couture dark scarlet silk taffeta skirt and blouse ensemble with matching high-heeled shoes size 6 1/2. Features the iconic...

This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...

1960S PIERRE BALMAIN Off White Rayon & Silk Crepe Modernist Gown With Draped Back Train

This elegant Valentino evening dress walked the runway as look 40/74 in the Fall 2007 show, one of Valentino Garavani’s final shows as creative director before he retired in 2008. Ta...

A luminous example of John Galliano’s romantic vision for Dior in the early 2000s, this bias-cut evening dress is crafted from pink and gold changeant chiffon—a fabric that shifts su...

Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closure, Spaghetti straps, Cowl neckline, Fully lined, Bias cut. Size approx.: length - 40 inches, bust - 36/38", waist - 32/34", hips - 38/40". Made in France. Excellent condition. P.S. Last 2 pictures...

Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...

Jean Paul Gaultier Spring Summer 2003 sleeveless ‘butterfly’ dress. Features lace up detail, low cut neckline, frayed edges and maxi length. In excellent vintage condition. Brand: J...

Draped silk purple evening dress with ruffles and bow. Boned . Zip closure on the middle back . Fabric button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs. Large bow on the middle back with s...

Christian Dior "Boutique" bold fuchsia body-hugging cashmere blended with silk body-hugging tank dress measures 30 inches in length. Underarm circumference measures 24 inches,...

JOHN GALLIANO - (Made in France) Robe longue noire coupé en biais, manches en maille transparente asymétrique. Taille indiquée 40FR. Collection Automne-Hiver 2001. Condition : Très ...

Ca.1966 Pierre Cardin haute couture black silk mini short-sleeved cocktail dress with silver foil, blue jewels and brown beaded trim at neckline, bust and edge of sleeve. Features a ...

Gorgeous, cream, tulip shaped dress with silver toned two-way zipper from Azzedine Alaia. No size is indicated however it best fits a size 4 or slim 6 (33" max bust). Approximate mea...

This dress is a stunning, intricately designed piece inspired by traditional Eastern motifs and symbolism. The form-fitting silhouette is adorned with vibrant, ornate patterns featur...

Circa 1985. France Jeanne Lanvin summer dress in cream satin prints with patterns of roses in shades of pink, purple, coral and khaki. Straight collar, ruffle sleeve and removable cu...

A truly spectacular 1920s French-made Art Deco styled harlequin patterned sequin dancing dress in gold and black. Very full skirt with dropped, banded waist for lots of movement. Dia...

This fabulous Christian Dior grey tweed dress is from the 2007 autumn / winter collection and right after a young John Galliano moved across from Givenchy t...

An extraordinary ensemble from Christian Dior by John Galliano, circa 2004. The gown is a luminous seafoam silk slip, bias-cut for a fluid silhouette that skims the body. It feature...

Sensational vintage PAUL LOUIS ORRIER Couture 1980s / 80s silk taffeta cocktail dress! Features a black fitted pleated bodice with Avant Garde puff sleeves. Attached hot pink fuchsia...

Thierry Mugler designed a chic black wool dinner or cocktail dress with a snap front closure from the neckline to the hemline. The dress has a strong shoulder line with optional shou...

This John Galliano evening ensemble from the Spring-Summer 1999 collection comprises a bias-cut floor-length dress with matching shawl, executed in deep burgundy damask with tonal fl...

Circa 1920-1930. France Paris Duchesse satin and black muslin long evening dress by Olivan-Brevet & Berthe, 14 Rue de Helder, Paris, dating from the late 1920s. Loose-fitting dress with large V-neckline punctuated by a modesty detail, fastened on one side with press studs. Fine pleats on the hips underlined by Art Deco embroidery...

YSL dusty pink silk floor-length dress, very much in the style of 1930s glamour. Back zipper. 100% silk, made in France. Size F38, which generally equates to a US size small. Thi...

- Autumn / Winter 2000 - Sold by Mae Vintage - Silk chiffon bias-cut dress in a green snakeskin print - Spaghetti straps, asymmetric handkerchief hem and signature double fronted...

A stunning brilliant yellow green silk bodycon dress from Thierry Mugler. It has short sleeves and is semi fitted through to the asymmetric hemline...

A most rare piece designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture Fall Winter 1996 collection. Same style worn by supermodel Shalom Harlow on the runway. Documented in a fashion a...

Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...

CHANEL - (Made in France) Long dress entirely overlaid with blue lace topped with silvery lurex threads. Size 36FR. 2015 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Karl L...

In an unforgettable moment of runway alchemy, Paco Rabanne’s Spring/Summer 1998 collection delivered one of the most quietly theatrical fashion sleights of hand in ‘90s couture...

Rare Iconic 1990s Azzedine ALAIA Black Ribbed Lycra and Net Sleeveless Gown; V-Neck with Paneled Bodice; Deep V-back with Single Hook and Eye Strap; Full Length Skirt with Fishtail H...

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo cream kangaroo leather pocketed shift dress FR36 S Reference: MECG/A00015 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Leather Color: Cream Pattern: Solid C...

Alaia blue knit long sleeve top and bell bottom style pant set. marked size 40 Alaia top measurement 30-38” / Waist 28”-32”/ Hip open/ sleeve 30” Waist 26”-30” / Pant length 43” Exce...

Superb A/W 1999 John Galliano burgundy shift dress with a feather detail around the collar and concealed zip side closure. Pit to Pit; 17” Waist; 28” Nape to Hem; 44” Size; label s...

White glass beads on red cotton tulle. Size approximately EU 36.

A very special piece by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Classic Chanel signature piece - a timeless classic that will last for many years Wonderful navy silk dress with colorful braid trim...

Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche S/S 2002 Safari Collection Animal Printed Silk Dress ( consists of top and skirt ) Size tag missing, approx. size L 100% Silk Chiffon, Sheer Top, Skirt Fully Lined, YVES Printed...

Circa 1920 France Charleston Ball gown in turquoise silk muslin embroidered with silver tubular beads from the 1920s. Background in muslin embroidered with translucent silver and iri...

2012 Yves Saint Laurent Edition Soir Embellished Strapless Silk Dress. Carla Bruni-Sarkozy looked stunning in this column dress. Kylie Minogue wore the same gown to the BRIT Awards....

John Galliano tulle and silk gown, from the Spring/Summer 2006 collection. As seen on the runway. Features sheer mesh draped over panels of Gazette printed silk ruffles. Rihanna wore...

Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vintage c...

CHANEL - (Made in France) Long black organza dress with flounces. Size 38FR indicated. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 44 cm - Chest: 50 cm - Waist: 30 c...

Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld Satin Back Crepe Beaded Cocktail Dress. Easy sheath shape with wide open neckline. A faux collar drapes down to reveal a bugle be...

Long gowns like these barely make the resell market. Especially with a trail like this one. Perfect for a stand out look, and the lace detail isn’t actually lace, It’s completely mad...

A fabulous black silk wool blend dress from Claude Montana. It has a space age node with it's double zipper front and cuffs all with silver ball pulls plus a silver rectangular link...

Evening dress designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior from the Fall-Winter 1997 collection, crafted from black crepe and lined with plum satin. The dress features a plunging nec...

Black crêpe evening dress. Zip on the left side. Waist band with hook&eye. Underwire and padded bra. Biais. SIZE 38/ M

Marie Pierre Tattarachi's black matte jersey gown with dramatic back interest. Large padded roll shoulders, a vestige of the precedent disco pe...

A circa 1967 Pierre Cardin haute couture green sequined silk crêpe cocktail dress that features a keyhole opening at the back. The main draw of this slinky silk cocktail dress are t...

A striking evening dress from Karl Lagerfeld’s 1993 runway collection, exemplifying the designer’s sleek, modern romanticism. This piece is made in black fabric with a fitted bodice ...

BALMAIN - (Made in France) Pleated black silk and velvet evening dress partially embroidered with pearls and sequins. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 38FR. 1984 Fall-W...

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...

Vintage Ungaro Parallele polka dot silk dress Period – 1980’s Decorated with drapes and ruffles Fastens with a zip on the side. Size – XS Length – 78 cm Pit to pit – 41 cm Waist ...

Evening dress designed by John Galliano for his Fall-Winter 1995 collection, constructed from midnight blue crepe-backed satin. The strapless, columnar silhouette is precisely shaped...

Ivory taffetas evening dress with ruffles. Drape bust and sleeve. Boned. Zip in the middle back. Rayon lining. Bow on the side of the waist. Open in the front. SIZE 40 ( M)

A spectacular and extremely rare Nina Ricci Haute Couture evening dress, dating to the late 1940s–early 1950s. Crafted entirely by hand at 20 Rue des Capucines, Paris, this piece showcases the exceptional workmanship reserved only for couture clients. The interior features true mid-century couture construction: quilted lining, grosgrain support bands, and inner ribbons designed to secure the dress perfectly to the body. The exterior is composed of dozens of individually sewn sheer organza tiers, creating fluid movement and a romantic, sculptural silhouette. The strapless bodice features soft cascading ruffles and closes with its original metal zipper. Fully lined and beautifully structured. Condition: Very good for its age. Interior shows expected signs of wear consistent with 1940s–50s couture...

Gorgeous Avant Garde NINA RICCI Haute Couture 80s black and marigold polka dot strapless evening gown! Features a unique, yet brilliant fabric blend of Irish linen, rayon and silk ta...

JEAN DESSES - Brown and black silk dress, chest embroidered with rhinestones and lurex threads. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. 1948 Winter Haute Couture Collection. To be me...

This pretty 1950s cotton summer dress was designed by Josselyne of Paris. There is something very contemporary about the design: the pristine white cotton detailed with peekaboo eyel...

This Christian Dior by John Galliano dress from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is a floor-length, form-fitting slip dress composed of black satin panels intersected with floral prin...

Evening dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection, composed of blush pink nylon tulle with an integrated silk slip, featuring metallic gold flock...