20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Autumn/Winter Collection 1957-1958 Paris A rare black ribbed satin cocktail dress from Christian Dior's last collection before his death on 23 October 1957. This model, numbered 90...

Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...

Made in the most sumptuous gold silk satin, this original 1930's dress and matching jacket, is a rare set to behold and never again find. The sweetheart neckline of the dress is fr...

Full of opulent original details, rendered in the most luxurious fashion, this 1920's piece is a beauty to behold . The rounded neckline is framed by thin shoulder straps and a slee...

A deep forest-green dress by Azzedine Alaïa, dating to approximately 1992. Cut close through the bodice with extra long sleeves and a high, simple neckline, the dress opens into a so...

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall Winter 1987 Runway / Campaign Dress FR42 - Illustrated by René Gruau Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Yves Saint Laurent Collection: Fall / W...

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...

Off-white silk wedding dress with beadwork. Boned. Tulle lining. Zip closure on the middle back. Underwired bra inside the dress with adjustable hook&eye closure on the middle back. ...

Valentino Boutique Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with beautiful beads, sequins, and threading to create a romantic floral cascading pattern Double v-neck front and back with delic...

Bob Mackie Vintage Jet black and anthracite grey beads Heavy beading and creative designs throughout Halter top with sheer cowl neck High front slit Low open back USA 6 NWT's, no fla...

From the late great American expat designer Patrick Kelly. Embossed cotton in shiny black and grey. Strapless with sweetheart neckline. Fully lined with unboned bodice. Double vente...

Incredible vintage Christian Lacroix strapless mini dress with a floral print and black raffia embroidered lace. Sexy iconic Lacroix! Fully lined with zip closure. The marked size is...

An adorable black silk slip dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen's. It has spaghetti straps, a sweetheart neckline and a low cut back. It is semi fitted through a the ...

In the late 60's Dior created 'Diorling London' a ready to wear collection. The head designer for Diorling was Jorn Langberg. The dresses fabric is alternating velvet and silk tulle...

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...

This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...

White backless evening slip dress with rhinestone embellishment. SIZE S

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 and architectural Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cocktail dress from the Fall/Winter 1988 collection, featuring Saint Laurent’s signature late 1980s sculptural bow shoulder. This era is known for its bold asymmetry and architectural silhouettes, both of which are fully expressed in this striking one-shoulder design. The oversized, origami-style structured bow at the shoulder is a key hallmark of YSL’s 1988...

Absolutely incredible unlabelled Pierre Cardin gown designed by Andre Olivier for the Fall 1973 Ready To Wear collection. This stunning gown is unlabelled but it is documented and ha...

A clever simple sleeveless dress from Moschino Couture in a Trompe l'oeil brick print. It is sleeveless, with a crew neckline and is covered in the brick print. It is fully lined an...

Christian Dior Autumn / Winter 1971 Haute Couture by Marc Bohan. The vibrant shade of magenta silk elevates the elegant silhouette and sophisticated tailoring of the dress. The ornam...

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...

Herve Leger 1990's Vintage Watermelon/Raspberry pink Pullover Bows Size small Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: length 36, pit to pit 13 to 15, smalle...

Katharine Hamnett SS96 Runway Vintage Jet black with iridescent green sequins covered with iridescent purple glass beads Moves when you shake and walk it's amazing Back zipper Size M...

D&G by Dolce Gabbana Vintage 1990's Jet black Lace Stretchy Semi-sheer IT40 NWT's, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: length 52, pit to pit 16 to 18, smallest of ...

A Pierre Balmain haute couture halter dress made from black velvet with a small, raised triangular pattern that gives the surface a textured, almost faceted look. A diamanté rhinesto...

Vera Wang 1995 Vintage Jet Black 100% softest silk Sheer sleeves with sexy back seam and keyhole at wrists Unique very sexy neckline, both the v part and how it lays around the décol...

This 1990s beaded slip dress was designed by iconic British brand Katharine Hamnett. The designer, Katharine E. Hamnett, founded her namesake label in 1979 and was a founding design ...

This breathtaking 1950's buttercup yellow satin dress, embroidered with a floral pattern in a cream silk thread, accented by milk glass beads, is the perfect cocktail dress for your ...

Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" Fall Winter 1975 Long dress in a stunning Majorelle cobalt blue, crafted from a luxurious...

Size 42FR Similar style appeared as the last look of the fall winter 1999 collection in a floor-length version. Excellent vintage condition with minor use. Chest : 44cm Hips : 43cm L...

A playful and fabulous 1990's Moschino piece from the Cheap and Chic label. The life preserver element echos the iconic 1989 "Cruise Me Baby" collection. The inner tube still inflate...

A marvel to behold, this original vintage 1930's black cotton voile and silk chiffon evening gown, decorated with a silver rhinestone inlay metal chain, is a rare piece to behold. T...

This relatively contemporary Emilio Pucci one shoulder lace dress is crafted in a stunning and luxurious rich burgundy color. It is made of machine lace with one shoulder and a belle...

Black silk gauze, heavily embroidered with irridized paillettes creating swirling complex patterns highlighted with densely embroidered irridized flowers. The heavy ornamentation of ...

Pamela Dennis Purchased from the iconic Fred Hayman store (formally Giorgio of Beverly Hills) IYKYK 1990's Vintage Light Silver Clear crystals around the entire neckline and straps....

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. ...

Off-white satin beaded evening dress. Tulle and acetate petticoat. Boned bustier. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. size 38 (FR) M

Jenny Packham '90s Vintage Jet black opaque Long sleeves Missing size and comp tag, but definitely silk Cowl neck Adjustable back tie Pullover style Half velvet tulips at the end of ...

Hermès by Martin Margiela Vintage Circa (1997-2003) Wool Dress Martin Margiela served as Hermès’ creative director for women’s ready-to-wear, shaping 12 iconic and unforgettable coll...

Laura Ashley was the most famous name on the British High Street from the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The textile founded company made some fantastic and fabulous ...

This dress is an extraordinary Parisian made example from the early days of the house of Christian Dior and we have been fortunate to handle this same dress twice in the last 20 year...

A classic silhouette rendered in a cream rayon and ivory organza detailed collar, embellished with iridescent faceted glass beads, lace and clear glass bugle beads, this vintage 1960...

White bustier evening dress with rhinestone embellishment. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is probably rayon. Tulle petticoat underneath. Zip and hook&eye closure on t...

Circa 1970/1980 France Beautiful wrap dress in black wool crepe and swan feathers by Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture numbered 29390 Circa 1970. From the wardrobe of Madame Augier, ...

Iconic evening dress from Gucci’s Fall–Winter 1996 collection, cut in fluid black fabric with a minimalist front and a dramatic open back. Long sleeves, floor-length silhouette. Gold...

90s John Gallliano Black lace flapper inspired cocktail dress. - lace - side buttons - lined Fit size 6

We heard the bandage dress is having a major comeback and nothing beats the real thing! An original 1990's Hervé Legér little black bandage dress. Hugs those curves in all the right ...

Experience a piece of fashion history with this Norman Norell 1960s gown re-worked by Johnson Hartig for his Libertine label. Features a striking yellow and white watercolor floral p...

A classic silhouette rendered on a cream nylon base, which is in turn fully overlayed with cream embroidered lace, accented by floral lace appliqués above floral paisley lace designs...

An exceptionally rare Balenciaga black evening dress from the Spring-Summer 1997 collection, designed under the creative direction of Josephus Melchior Thimister. This collection mar...

Black cocktail dress with beaded see-through collar and fringes on the back with beads edge. Main fabric composition and lining : rayon. Shoulder pad. Button and buttonhole on the c...

Cristobal Balenciaga designed this printed silk dress for Mona von Bismarck, the five times married New York socialite, philanthropist and member of the International Best Dressed Li...

Powder beige silk chiffon cocktail dress with beads and thread embroidery. Draped on the waist. Hidden zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back + one fabric button and buttonhole ...

This spectacular 1950's silver toned silk organza pleated dress is the perfect piece for your cocktail wardrobe. The strapless cut of the dress is accented by a sweetheart neckline,...

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...

Exude timeless elegance with the Holly Harp 1990s Black Chiffon Bias-Cut Tiered Gown. Crafted from black chiffon, this exquisite gown exudes a 30s-inspired charm with its satin ruffl...

Bob Mackie Vintage This is so much more than a dress! It looks 500% better on a real body Black and Grey (sometimes iridescent looking) beads with a beautiful gray colored background...

This 1970s YSL piece is an incredible example of how excess can be elegant. Just look at the gorgeous draping velvet and cascading ruffles that give this piece and endless illusion. ...