20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

A beautiful red dot silk damask dress from French designer Jacqueline de Ribes. It wraps across the front closing with a hook at the waist, matching...

Iconic "Trompe l'oeil" long wool jersey dress. Size 44 (It) but fit more likely S Camerino won a Neiman Marcus Fashion Award in 1956 in recognition of the success and influence of ...

Channel the power-glam of the 1980s with this striking vintage Donna Karan New York gown. Designed in stretch-wool jersey and metallic gold Lycra, the dress features a sculptural one...

This magnificent 1950's cream dress and matching bolero, embellished with trailing soutache and claw set silver rhinestones, is just the piece for that special occasion. The strapl...

Offering an Antique Chinese Silk Kimono, patterned light blue silk, with a lining in white silk. Embroidered applied border at sleeves and neckli...

No one did cashmere or beading quite like HALSTON! This chic 1970s HALSTON ensemble consists of a long cashmere cardigan and sleeveless cashmere...

Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1998 Runway Layered Tulle Gown in Light Blue and Brown Size: IT 40 An ethereal and highly collectible gown from Tom Ford’s Fall/Winter 1998 collection for Gucci...

Unique champagne and black satin evening dress by George Halley featuring hand dyed ombre ribbon stripes, long sleeves and a high neckline. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure...

A fabulous black net skirt by Alessandro Dell'Acqua. It is a straight skirt with an elaborate pattern of lines and circles comprised of fine strips of fox ...

This circa 1990 Christian Lacroix black lace bustier dress epitomizes the designer’s flair for theatrical romance and haute couture craftsmanship. The body-hugging silhouette is craf...

Beautiful sexy vintage 90s ANGEL SANCHEZ red silk and satin cut-out bias cut evening dress! Features a red silk body, with red satin bodice and side panels. Cut-outs at each side of ...

Gorgeous paper thin metallic printed silk dress with batwing sleeves by The Silk Farm. Unlined with rear button closure. 100% silk. The marked size is 6 and the dress fits like a siz...

A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...

This couture royal blue (or cerulean blue) zip-front tailored bandage dress (c. 1998) is a signature from the designer Hervé Leger. Each strip is hand-stitched for a form-fitting/figure-hugging finish. Here the model is too thin but this dress is made to mold and shape the body to perfection. Unlined. The Hervé Leger brand is still existing in a similar design sensibility. However, the quality and the make of the pieces are far away from the genuine designed Hervé Leger dress… A couture vintage Hervé Leger dress...

Geoffrey Beene designed this two piece dress, blouse and skirt, in a casual style using elegant fabric and buttons. The fabric is cream silk with an abundance of metallic gold threa...

Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Cloqué Stretch Dress with Tulle Edges and Bolero A stunning 1980s Yves Saint Laurent stra...

A fabulous orange linen dress covered in 100s of small gold metal studs from B. H. Wragge, the label is dated 1970. It is a simple sleeveless A line dress with a small stand up colla...

Blue chiffon bustier evening dress. Boned bustier inside with hook&eye closure on the waist. Zip closure on the middle back. Silk satin lining. SIZE 38 (Fr) M

A fabulous light weight red wool dress from Moschino. It has a V neckline, scoop back and an A line skirt completely adorned in rows of overlapping individual fabric petals. It is f...

Striking persimmon orange linen dress from the 1990's designed by Thierry Mugler. Designed with an asymmetric silhouette featuring a single delicate spaghetti strap on one side and a...

This Givenchy Haute Couture gown from the 1960s is handmade for a custom order in black satin with sheer lace sleeves. The design features a bateau neckline, a plunging V back, and a...

Beautiful 90s BOB MACKIE gold and champagne sequined evening dress and matching shawl! Features leaf motifs with hundreds of hand-sewn iridescent sequi...

Vintage Jean Varon metallic dress. This dress is a beautiful dark raisin or licorice (brownish black) with bronze lurex thread throughout. Swirl and floral pattern. Straight silhoue...

Dusty periwinkle gown and stole by 'Dublin's Dior', Sybil Connolly. Connolly's first Haute Couture line in 1957 showcased pieces made from Irish textil...

From Thierry Mugler’s Fall 1998 collection emerges this exquisite black gown - a masterclass in sculptural sensuality and drama. Mugler, ever the arch...

Printed silk lamé chiffon bustier dress with pleats and beadwork. Fabric composition: 80% silk, 20% metallic. Polyester lining. Boned . Padded bra. Zip and hook&eye closure on the m...

Chic beuatiful early 90s SAKS 5TH AVE. navy blue size 10 sleeveless silk fit n' flare shirt dress! Buttons up the bodice. 1950s style with a fitted bodice and a forgiving full skirt....

Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beaut...

Circa 1920-1925 France Elegant evening gown in buff-colored silk crepe muslin embroidered with pearls, dating from the early Art Deco period in France. Loose, straight sack cut, boat...

A gorgeous cut velvet wrap skirt by Gianni Versace in a beautiful bold pink and turquoise flower pattern. It has an metal mesh or chain mail band around the waist with dangling tur...

This incredible couture made gown was designed in the 1940s but alas, the dress has lost its labels. Tailored from the most beautiful thick moiré silk in indigo blue, it is cut to a ...

Thierry Mugler black cocktail dress from 1997. Draped and gathered to create a wrap effect around the body, the dress emphasizes natural lines while maintaining Mugler’s signature sc...

Romantic and elegant 1930's gown. Black silk crepe decorated with clear micro glass beads trailing across the neckline, straps, and back. Two black peony-esque flowers are appliqué t...

Blue veil crêpe top-stitched dress ( on the hips) with crochet collar, bow and ruffles. Bicolore silk lining ( ivory on the top and blue in the skirt, altere...

Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Signed Leonard Paris 1970s vintage maxi dress featuring bell sleeves and made in a botanical printed 100% silk jersey. The ...

A fabulous purple silk strapless bustier jumpsuit from an early Gianni Versace collection. The fitted, micro pleated, boned bustier bodice crosses and w...

1930's Silk Satin Floral Gown made of Paul Poiret Designed Textile. Elegant design with draped bodice caught up into a large bow on left shouder. Simple straight cut with a circular ...

A beautiful silk dress from Gianni Versace Couture in a colorful pink, lavender and blue abstract print on a white background. The bodice has a front adjustable drawstring square nec...

Stunning vintage 90 STEPHEN YEARICK silver / gunmetal silk lace beaded evening gown and large shawl World renowned celebrity dress maker! Barbara Str...

Tight and stretchy Moschino body con dress with a print that looks like woven fabric. Crocheted "M" detail at the bust. Details: Unlined No Closure/ Fabric Contains Stretch M...

Avant Garde 1980s MARC LAURENT of Paris black leather jacket and mini skirt ensemble! Jacket features dolman sleeves with a clinched wasp waist. Detachabl...

Halston's iconic ivory cream fine silk jersey two piece Grecian goddess dress. The separate strapless boned bustier bodice of ruched and pleated chiffon ...

This enchanting wedding gown features a fairytale skirt measuring over 23 feet around but requires no suffocating undergarments to remain full and feminine. Custom made and sparing n...

F/W 1991 Azzedine Alaia Stretch Dress with Sheer Sides Long Sleeve knit Condition: Excellent Bust : 30.25", Waist: 19.75", Hips: 25", Length: 34.75" Size XS

This 1992 Thierry Mugler dress is a striking fusion of elegance and bold futurism, embodying the designer's signature avant-garde style. The dress, rendered in a sleek black fabric, ...

Norman Norell was a celebrated mid-century American fashion designer known amongst fashion crowds as “the American Balenciaga”. Of impeccable provenance, this dress retailed in the ...

1999 Jean Paul Gaultier gown pleating drop waist condition: Excellent 36" bust, 35" waist, 34" hips, 80" length sz M/ US 8 / IT44

From the designer known for her elegant creations Fe Zandi - a black evening bustier festooned with floral embroidery, velvet applique with 3D effect applied leaves. Fully lined, wit...

This is another bespoke creation from our fabulously wealthy client who had dresses made to order for her in the 1990s in France and Italy. Fashioned from a lilac spandex type fabric...

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Organza & Lace New Look Cocktail Dress w Applique Banded Designs: A wonderful cocktail outfit from esteemed designer Ceil Chapman, this scoopneck, scul...

Pink and black satin cocktail dress and black velvet belt with bow

Black silk chiffon dress with black beaded work. the skirt part is made of 2 lays of silk chiffon and one lay ( underneath) of organza. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. ...

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,...

1959 Hall Ludlow Black Evening Gown Worn By Naomi Watts as Babe Paley in Capote vs. The Swans Dramatic Series. An amazing couture 1959 documented Hall Ludlow for House of Karel black...

Late 80s Yves Saint Laurent off shoulder blue silk organza, with ruffles and sequins cocktail dress. Fit size 6/8 Medium Measurement Bust: 36”. / Waist 32” / Hip 38” Front Hem: 29”...

Flirty late 90s CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO terra cotta tan colored silk slip dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this timel...

A sunning gown from Arnold Scassi consisting of layers of sequin dotted black tulle. The bodice is boned, horizontally ruched and has a drop waist. The skirt is layered in three leng...

An iconic beauty to behold, this original 1960's gold lurex dress, set off by accordion pleats and gold braiding along the neckline, is a true piece of fashion history. The high co...

Channel you inner Jackie O in this wonderfully chic demi couture light candy pink raw silk shantung sleeveless dress and pillbox jacket set! Nearly completely sewn by hand, with so m...

This stunning Chanel black sleeveless dress from the circa 1990s exudes timeless elegance and sophisticated charm. Crafted from high-quality fabric, the dress features a sleek, fitte...