Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaïa, Runway 1992 A standout and cleverly designed piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1992 runway collection, this exceptionally rare black lac...

Black 80's bustier draped dress in viscose( rayon) and taffetas ruffles. Zip closure middle back. SIZE XS

The Chanel Vintage Fall 1992 black silk bodycon midi dress is a piece of fashion history, famously seen on supermodel Eva Herzigová as she graced the runw...

Sexy vintage Gianni Versace little black bondage dress! Features crochet cut-out at neck, with halter ties. Extremely flattering fit, with lots of stretch! Made in Italy. In great co...

DIOR - (Made in France) Long blue blended silk dress. Size 36FR indicated. 1999 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Condition: Very good condition ...

A fabulous rich black silk gown from Karl Lagerfeld as worn by Helena Christensen for his SS 1993 ad campaign. It has a colorful intricately beaded bust and double front black glass ...

Iconic Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld Lace Inserted Silk Crepe Gown from the 1970's. Made in the period when Lagerfeld helmed the direction of Chloe w...

Amazing early AZZEDINE ALAIA black mini dress or sweater tunic! Incredible design by the body conscious designer, whom always produces figure fl...

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1991 Runway Sheer Lace Velvet Chenille Bustier Mini Dress Size: M (runs small)

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

Stunning late 1990s ANGEL SANCHEZ Couture navy blue silk strapless mermaid evening gown ! The perfect alternative to black, this shade of navy bl...

1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Crepe Dress w Flourescent Pastel Sequin Dots & Pouf Sleeves: An A-line minidress with a wide, squared neckline, quilted all-over and topped in vibrant,...

This striking 1970s maxi dress was designed by French couturier Paul-Louis Orrier. The designer’s cutting edge designs rose to prominence during the 1970s and 1980s when he dressed E...

Chic 1980s BOB MACKIE bohemian black and colorful asymmetrical dress! Features a black asymmetrical panel on the front, with a colorful geometric chiffon skirt, sleeves, and semi she...

Geoffrey Beene was an American modernist who championed the concept of casual dressing in his evening wear looks. 3 tonal silk crepe de chine and chiffon Taroni textiles are used in this ensemble. These are easy separates which can used beautifully on their own. They include a sheer, shadow striped silk chiffon blouse with lace bib. The skirt is cut as a super full gathered dirndl in a burgundy Japonesque crinkle silk with an overlay of olive lace at knee and hem. A light reversible quilted silk jacket in same burgundy crepe de chine print...

This Y2K Ralph Lauren silk maxi dress is just about the closest design we have ever seen to the brand's custom made gown for Gwyneth Paltrow to attend the 71st Academy Awards where s...

Beautiful vintage Mary McFadden flapper style dress! Light pink silk, with fan prints throughout. Three tiered layers on the skirt, with a ruffled neck. Long corded belt can be wrapp...

Chic 1990s vintage GIANFRANCO FERRE chocolate brown silver grommet encrusted rayon elastane turtleneck evening dress ! Features logo embossed grommets at drop waist. Hidden zipper up...

Beautiful vintage dress by Azzedine Alaia, from the Spring/Summer 1990 collection documented here and was shown on the runway in many shapes and colors. This iconic body con dress w...

One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...

A chic cocktail dress by Catherine Walker for The Chelsea Design Company. The off the shoulder dress is lined in silk with an interior corset .It has ...

A fabulous orange one shoulder silk knit dress by Gianni Versace Couture. The dress is highlighted with lines of light blue angora yarn over the one shoulder which extend down the f...

Silk lamé printed and pleated bustier cocktail dress. Fabric composition: 80% silk, 20% lurex. Lining: 100% polyester. Padded bra. Silicone strap inside the bustier on the top edge. ...

Beautiful early 70s ADELE SIMPSON blue and silver metallic silk lurex sleeveless maxi dress ! Features peacock feathers / fan prints throughout. Hidden metal zipper down the back wit...

From Halston's Fall/Winter 1997 collection, this rare and breathtaking strapless gown was designed by Randolph Duke and originally debuted on the runway worn by Helena Christensen. T...

Vintage black and silver sequins and pearls dress by italian Carla Carini designer in 80s. Sliding sheath dress with thin straps. Embroidered with black ...

Dolce & Gabbana F/W 1996 Unworn Floral Sheer Slip Dress & Blouse 3 Piece Set Ensemble Size: IT 38 Condition: Unworn with tags This set can be worn together as a 3 piece set or jus...

Sexy late 90s GAI MATTIOLO vintage semi sheer leopard print brown semi sheer sleeveless dress! Features intricate embroidery on the bodice, which covers the breasts. Gold, silver and...

Sexy vintage 90s MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC orange and white gingham asymmetrical bodcon dress! Features a vibrant orange, mixed with white. Short sleeves features perforated cut-outs o...

A very special runway documented Valentino maxi dress from the spring 1978 collection and designed by Mr Garavani a few years after founding his Valentino Boutique line. Tailored fro...

Black velvet evening dress with sleeves and neckline in lace. Velvet composition: rayon and silk. Rayon lining. See-through lace sleeve Zip and hook & eye closure on the middle back....

Rare vintage CHANEL late 80s larger size pink and white logo print silk shirt dress! Unbelievably chic print with a flattering fit. Interior hook-and-eye c...

ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: 1996 Designer...

Vintage 1980's Bob Mackie Boutique Fully Embellished Long Dress Gown Designer size 12 ( modern size will be approx. US 8 - please check our measurements) Hand Beaded, 100% Silk, Blac...

Rare 70s HOLLY'S HARP purple hand painted boho cold shoulder dress ! Features a beautiful medium shade of purple. Hand painted tress, leaves and rainbows throughout. Vibrant colors o...

A fabulous black jersey full length dress gown from legendary British designer Jean Muir. This dress has lots of detail- cut outs at the shoulders, upper and mid back with shoulder d...

During the 1960s and beyond, English fashion designer John Bates designed visionary modernist dresses under the name Jean Varon. This flamboyant 1970s maxi dress, with its floor-swee...

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1998 “Golden Shower” Plunge Neck Micro Mini Tuxedo Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1998 “Golden Show...

Geoffrey Beene was an American modernist who championed the concept of casual dressing in his evening wear looks. 3 tonal crinkle silk Taroni prints are used for this outfit. Easy separates include a olive tank with antique guipure trim along the sides and other edges. The skirt is cut as a super full gathered dirndl in the burgundy crinkle silk with a trapuntoed hem in olive. A light jacket in dove grey blue, olive and burgundy completes the ensemble. Featherweight packable silks. Included is an amazing Alex and Lee...

Gorgeous 1970s tropical print maxi dress with a full sweep and sheer sleeves. Partially lined with rear zip closure and button closure at wrists. Fits like a modern size small. The b...

A fabulous black full length silk jersey dress from Gianni Versace Couture. It has lots of detail including a side cut out at the waist and an asymmetric neckline with a lower V in ...

Giorgio Armani Black Jersey Halter Neck Strap Back Evening Dress. From the late 1990s this amazing dress will keep all eyes on you! Graceful sexy, simple elegant it doesn...

Achingly similar to Sharon Stone’s nude Bob Mackie gown in “Casino,” this illusion gown covers all the naughty bits with a solid crust of rose gold sequins, silver beads and rhinesto...

Above all Estevez has designed a perfect jewelry dress with this chic black cotton pique dress with a faux vest. A great necklace or a brooch would look s...

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....

2000s Gucci Black Knit fitted dress with thin strap. Size 0/2 ***small flaws ( see last pic attached)

Beautiful RANDOLPH DUKE 1990s black silk jersey and mesh 3/4 sleeves evening gown ! Features nude mesh on the back with hundreds of hand-sewn rhinestones. Hidden zipper up the side. ...

Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Runway Vintage Bustier Corset Ivory Mini Dress Look 15 from the Spring 1995 Collection by Gianni Versace. Size: IT 38 Condition: Good vintage condition, on...

Valentino "Boutique" champagne silk crepe de chine evening halter tie back top is wonderfully detailed with micro hand-embroidered with sequins done from the renowned house of...

1980s Prom Night Blacke Dress Embellished Pois on Skirt Totally made in italy Composition: Viscose polyester polyamide Size 36

Elegant Madame Gres Anthracite Silk Crepe Ensemble from the 1970's. Simple ensemble with underdress and top. Top slips over head with button at neck and open sides. Easy bateau neckl...

1980s Bob Mackie black evening gown featuring an abstract floral motif in glass bugle beading, sequin, and rhinestone. The bodice has a sweetheart neckline, narrow velvet and sequin ...

The lip dress from Yves Saint Laurent's 1971 "Libération" collection is highly revered and documented. The collection was inspired by 1940s wartime fashion, the women of occupied Par...

Circa 1980/1990 France Black and white cocktail dress with bustier, unidentified Haute Couture from the 80s / 90s. Large pleated neckline of white taffeta and black velvet. Short p...

We are attributing this enchanting 1970s silk crepe couture dress to the master couturier Yves Saint Laurent as part of his Les Espagnoles et les Romantiques collection for Spring 19...

From the 1982 Oscar de la Renta Summer RTW collection. The black chiffon ruched and draped micro polka dot gown with gathered bow is elegant and timeless. Constructed with an interio...

Christian Dior by John Galliano black gown, from the Resort 1998 collection. As seen on the runway. Features a black inner slip dress, with snap buttons on the shoulder to connect to...

A fabulous lightweight orange wool dress by Gianni Versace. It is semi fitted with a stand up collar, subtle long dolman sleeves and intricate layers of angled folds at the hemline ...

A gorgeous Gianni Versace Couture full length black silk and lace dress. it has a scoop back, one short sleeve and is asymmetrically cut with web pattern lace covered cut outs at on...

This is a gorgeous sapphire blue sequin and beaded gown by Louis Feraud. It has a rounded neckline in the front with a deep V in the back. The chest, upper arms and back V are fra...