20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lanvin Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Halter. Simple and flattering halter neckline is held by a wide band of black silk velvet trimmed with bright gr...

Beautiful Max Mara skirt with black lace flowers We offer more exclusive vintage designer items, view our frontstore. Details: Side zipper lined 100% ...

Black sequin and beadwork cocktail dress with black silk lining. Zip closure and split ( lenght= 35cm) on the right side SIZE M

Beautiful vintage early 90s JAMES GALANOS for I MAGNIN black and white ( ivory ) long sleeve color block dress! Features a v neck bodice in ivory with a black skirt. Hidden zipper up...

This a lovely elegant vintage gown from famed fashion designer Helen Rose most recognised for her Costume Design work with with Grace Kelly in her...

Incredible early 1980s does 1920s lipstick / cherry red fully fringed flapper style sleeveless dress ! Features nine tiers of fringe throughout the entire dress. Hidden zipper up the...

Chic 1980s GUY LAROCHE novelty fruit print Avant Garde cotton belted dress! Stylish puff sleeves, with a side peplum. Pockets at each side of the hips. Hidden zipper up the back with...

Gianni Versace S/S 1996 Medusa Logo Semi-Sheer Stretch Bodycon Pearl Ivory Dress Size: IT 42 Condition: Excellent vintage condition, please note main brand tag has been removed due...

▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1999 ▪ Constructed from black Viscose Crepe de Chine ▪ Chantilly lace inserts in a chevron pattern...

1960s Ivory Shantung Silk Mini Dress w Rhinestone Décolletage and A-Line Skirt: From Engelman's, this lady-like princess-cut bodice is edged in bead, pearl and rhinestone piping down...

Bob Mackie - Timeless and elegant best describes this black velvet evening gown with nude and black lace inlay. Beautifully constructed and aged as gracefully as the design. This gown is formfitting with long sleeves and a back zipper for a secure fit. The lace design is unique in that it appears to have a high gloss wet look and is embellished with black crystals throughout. The finishing touch is a large crystal broach...

A fabulous dress from Gianni Versace Couture in black light weight wool and green silk. It is semi fitted with fold back cuffs with elaborate cufflinks and inset shoulders all in br...

VINTAGE CHOCOLATE AMD VANILLA CREAM MAXI DRESS EARLY 1970’s. FEATURES FLATTERING CREAM AND CHOCOLATE PANELS, V NECKLINE WITH GATHERED BUST. MEDIUM TO LARGE. A BEAUTIFUL AND ...

▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Fuchsia crepe satin ▪ Bias cut ▪ Multiple fabric covered buttons at the side opening ▪ Wide collar extending over the ...

Very rare jet black dress with scalloped trim and semi sheer skirt with decorative diamond embroidered hemline from Azzedine Alaia dating to the early 1990's, Dress is labeled a size...

▪ Gianfranco Ferre brown knit dress ▪ 100% Viscose ▪ One Shoulder Strap ▪ One Sleeve ▪ Appliquéd frayed thread ▪ IT 44 - FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8 ▪ c. ...

Chic 1960s MR. BLACKWELL khaki and orange Irish linen and chiffon shift / sheath dress! Features a tailored bodice with embroidered orange, brown and white flowers throughout. Orange...

Beautiful late 60s LEVANTIS Nikis 3 - Athens black and red linen maxi dress ! Fitted bodice has a full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Bishop sleeves features hid...

This Vintage Oscar de la Renta Navy Dress with Butterfly Sleeves is a stunning example of the renowned designer’s timeless elegance and flair for creating feminine, sophisticated pie...

Gorgeous 1970s brown sequin vintage maxi dress in silk and tulle. Long sheer sleeves with zip closure at the cuffs. Rear zip and hook closure. Partially lined. By Richilene. This ...

Charming iridescent tinsel velvet cocktail dress from the 1960's. Straps sit wide on shoulders with tiny pinched waist and full pleated skirt. B...

A headturning lady in red, vintage gown by Kati, Laura Phillips. The dress has a v neckline, short angel sleaves and a central back zip. It is fully lined. Old size 12. Measurement...

▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Fabric: Viscose ▪ Details: Crafted from red knitted viscose using intricate lace knitting ...

UNKNOWN - Short muslin dress with a pattern in yellow, green, orange, and purple tones. It comes with a stole. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Condition: Good condition Dim...

Phenomenal and original rayon crepe wedding dress, couture made in France around 1937 - 1940. Made from fine woven medium weight rayon crepe in iv...

- Sequins on black mesh - Full skirt made from silver and black lace tulle Autumn-Winter 2001

▪ Worlds End by Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren in collaboration with Keith Haring ▪ Constructed from knit jersey in neon pink and dark grey ▪ Keith Haring woven imagery of smi...

Simply divine vintage Victoria Royal black jersey halter dress! Perfect Grecian style, with rhinestones encrusted at waist, and on halter. Beaut...

A headturning vintage party /evening dress by Lee Delman. In rose pink with a sky blue background., the dress has a cross over front , full skirt with netti...

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Fitted Plunged Décolleté Open Back Dress All Eyes on Alaïa For the last half-century, the world’s most fashionable and adventuresome women have turn...

A fabulous off white silk dress completely covered in black and white glass beads from Valentino Boutique. It is sleeveless with a scoop neckline...

Christian Lacroix Fall winter 1988 runway cocktail dress, jewelry buttons, velvet and silk, size 40 FR fits up to US 4 - 6, very good vintage condition some light wear on the velvet

Wonderful vintage Katherine Hamnett black velvet dress, with intricate beading detail at neck (in front and back), that makes for a bib-like effect. ...

Vivid, chartreuse green chenille dress with flared skirt from Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1990's. No size indicated however this will best fit a S or M. Approximate measurement...

Gianni Versace F/W 1998 Runway Barbed Wire Crystal Embellished Mini Dress IT 42 Gianni Versace black silk and purple lining barbed wire mini dress featuring silk appliqués embellish...

Vintage 70s Oscar De La renta Creme silk ruffle jumpsuit with black silk pleats pants. Size: 4 Bust 34 inches/ Waist 27 inches/ Hip; 38 / Jumpsuit length 53 inches

An emblematic creation from Loris Azzaro’s Fall/Winter 1972 collection, this cocktail dress perfectly captures the seductive glamour of the 1970s Parisian haute couture scene. The ha...

Azzaro - (Made in France) Long dress in black jersey, lurex and black and white chain. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very g...

1920s flapper dress - Intricate tutti frutti beading on black chiffon -Beaded soft belt to create a flattering waist line - Excellent condition - Sold...

Striking and sculptural, this 1990s black semi-sheer knit dress by Azzedine Alaïa captures the designer’s iconic balance of structure and sensuality. Crafted in a lightweight stretc...

Designed by Tom Ford Sold by Skof.Archive Fall Winter 1999 Dress Runway Piece Halter neck leather mini dress Sleeveless Open back design Vertical open line ...

Presenting the grand finale of Gianni Versace's Spring/Summer 1997 runway presentation. This dress debuted on Naomi Campbell, who walked down the runway with Gianni to close his final spring collection. Ruffles, ribbons, bows, and sheer lace add masterful textural variation to this romantic monochromatic grey gown...

Unique and dramatic Paule Nelson Crochet and Silk Chiffon Pleated Gown, Italy. Black silk chiffon fully knife pleated skirt and sleeves are attached to hand crochet striped tunic in black and fuschia. Beautiful quality construction from a rare Italian label. Self covered buttons on wide cuffs. Vintage size 10, Modern 4-6. Lovely Italian handwork. Fully lined with back zip. 1970's Italy. Retailed by Stanley Korshak.

Drop dead gorgeous vintage Bob Mackie Fall 1997 Gown! Features all-over beading on bodice, with a leopard chiffon backdrop. Skirt features beading amon...

Amazing vintage 1950s Demi Couture French Lace dress and caplet! Wonderful beige/nude/brown color lace, with matching caplet. Impeccable construction...

Late 1950s Frederick & Nelson One-Shoulder Blue Iris Moire Print Bubble Dress: Watered silk taffeta cocktail dress with an extravagant oversized bow at back shoulder blade. Fully li...

Long black&white evening bustier dress in silk jacquard and silk chiffon. Boned, zip on the left side , gros-grain on the waist band. Split in the middle back: 40cm Gros-grain wais...

Pale pink evening dress with embroideries and rhinestone. SIZE L (Fr 40)

Beautiful early 1960s CAVANAGH'S black silk shantung rhinestone and beaded black gown / dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn black seed beads and rhinestones around the neck and u...

Incredible vintage 80s VICKY TIEL COUTURE black lace and rayon semi sheer blouse and asymmetrical maxi skirt evening gown. ensemble! Victorian inspired lace top features puff sleeves...

▪ Dolce & Gabbana ivory kimono dress coat ▪ 65% Silk, 35% Nylon ▪ Hand-painted design of flowers and birds ▪ Black silk lining ▪ IT 44 - FR 40 - UK 12 ...

Beautiful vintage 80s JAMES GALANOS for I MAGNIN lipstick red virgin wool long sleeve dress! In true Galanos fashion, this beauty is extremely well made, with an immense amount of at...

Striking black silk 'tuxedo' dress by Christian Lacroix, complete with large crystal button detail. This form fitting dress has a very wide, almost bardot style collar, reminiscent o...

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Fitted Plunged Décolleté Mini Dress Size Small Alaïa mini bodycon dress with sweetheart neck and rib knit accent...

Fabulous mid 1980s DIANE FREIS beaded and sequin abstract and animal print chiffon dress ! Features a blouson style bodice with vibrant colors of gr...

A fabulous black silk 1930's gown with incredible seaming and lines plus a white broiderie anglaise bolero jacket. The dress skims the body with a front V neckline, sides gathered on...

A favourite! This original 1950's tulle dress in the most breathtaking shade of coral tulle, embellished with trailing silk velvet and rayon corsage flowers, is a truly breathtaking piece to add to your vintage collection. The sweetheart neckline of the dress is framed by thin rayon shoulder straps, which are concealed by a stylised tulle shoulder wrap, which is sewn in along the front of the right hand shoulder strap, contouring the shoulder line and nape, to join the front of the left hand side shoulder strap with concealed press stud fastenings. The sweetheart neckline is accented by a curved border of corsage flowers along the right hand side, trailing diagonally along the bodice to join the side seam beneath the left hand side of the bust-line. The fitted and bone bodice boasts a rayon lining, upon which a layer of soft coral tulle pleats in a cross over design, finishing in a flutter of pleated tulle along the left hand side seam. The cinched in waistline, sets off the elegant line of the skirt, which boast gathered pleats from along the waist seam that drape along the ballerina length...

Incredible and sexy vintage JILL RICHARDS black and white bodcon dress. Richards was an actress of the 1940s-1960s, and turned to fashion design....

This vintage Stephen Burrows black long-sleeve maxi dress embodies the designer’s celebrated mastery of fluid lines, sensual minimalism, and sophisticated movement. Crafted from a so...

A beautiful color block signature micro pleated maxi dress from Issey Miyake in vertical panels of green, chocolate brown and orange. It has a stand up collar, long sleeves and slips...