Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chic 70s ivory cotton embroidered flowers off-the-shoulder boho Spanish inspired dress! Features a flattering relaxed fit bodice with elastic at the shoulders and waist. Bright color...

Beautiful extremely rare Iconic Thierry Mugler Evening Dress, FW 1986 Collection "Les Voleuses"- The most elegantly dramatic evening gown! High quality black velvet dress, super dram...

Incredible vintage 1980s / 80s VICTOR COSTA for NEIMAN MARCUS purple silk taffeta strapless dress and sash belt! Features accordian pleated ruffle along the bodice, down the front si...

Beautiful vintage NINA RICCI 1980s red and black flower printed drop waist 1920s style flapper inspired dress! Features red and black floral print throughout. Hidden buttons up the f...

Chic! Chanel 97c Karl Lagerfeld Cruise 1997 Black Evening Dress & Logo Buttons Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection: Chanel Cruise 1997 Country of production: France Chanel style: 97...

Beautiful mid 1970s LUIS ESTEVEZ lipstick red silk jersey strapless Grecian gown / maxi dress ! Features an intricate gathered boned bodice. Full metal zipper up the side with hook-a...

Long La Perla gown in black lace over a nude base, featuring thin straps, a sweetheart neckline, and a fitted silhouette down to the knees. The skirt flares into a soft, layered blac...

Amazing vintage early 1970s DYNASTY for I. MAGNIN psychedelic print silk cheongsam / maxi dress! Dynasty, a very sought after label in the 60s and 70s were known for their quality silk and Asian influenced designs. This rare gem features vibrant neon colors of pink, fuchsia, purple, orange, red, yellow, blue, black and white. Tailored bodice with hidden metal zipper up the side. Fabric covered toggle buttons by the color with hidden snaps and hook-and-eye closures. Can easily be worn day or evening, belted or alone. The pictured vintage black and gold Paloma Picasso leather...

Lilli Diamond 1970s bright red shift dress with huge satiny bow at shoulder. Base shift is made of a taffeta like fabric with a crinkly crepe covering, and a second layer of crepe fo...

Beautiful and flattering brand new with original store tags vintage BOB MACKIE black and white color block Size 8 evening gown! Features blak crepe at bust, white crepe at waist, and...

Thierry Mugler Fall Winter 1986 “Les Milteuses” archival runway dress Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Collection: Fall Winter 198...

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...

Off-white silk and guipure lace wedding dress. Shoulder pad. Bow on the front on the waist. Zip closure on the middle back + hook&eye closure on the belt. Short drag. Total lenght ...

Gorgeous vintage late 1980s / 80s OSCAR DE LA RENTA lipstick red 3/4 sleeve silk bow dress! Features a sweetheart neckline, with an oversized Avant Gard...

Amazing 90s does 70s bright orange beaded handkerchief hem crepe chiffon halter flamenco style maxi dress gown ! Features a plunging neckline with hundreds of hand-sewn beads in hot pink, yellow, green, turquoise beads...

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...

Pre-death Alexander McQueen rare A/W 2001 "What a Merry Go Round" Collection. Fashioned of black stretch satin with spiral zipper througout dress allowing to cleverly adjust and ...

Piece Description: This stunning 90s Dolce & Gabbana ceremony dress is crafted from delicate lace, exuding timeless elegance. Designed to flow to the floor, it features a graceful ...

This recognizable 90's Alaïa slim-fit viscose ribbed knit celadon mini dress is designed to flatteringly follow the line of the silhouette. The runway dress presented at the 1990-1991 Alaïa's Fall-Winter fashion show (look 74, see picture 8) was almost identical except for a few details such as that it was not ribbed. This unlined piece nips in at the waist and features a contrasting "mini-ribbed" scoop collar, wrists and hemline (see pictures 3, 9 & 11). Labeled a size M, the stretchy fabric will easily accommodate a small L size as well. Made in Italy. Worn in a different colorway by Nicole Richie during her book signing “The Truth about Diamonds” at Virgin Megastore in New York (see pictures 4, 5 & 6), the same dress was seen on Margot Robbie in the infamous “nursery scene” in The Wolf of Wall Street film (see pictures 12 & 13). Definitely a chic and versatile vintage must-have from Azzedine Alaïa ! Fabric contents : 93% Rayon, 5% Nylon & 2% Spandex (Elasthan). Fits approx. : US 2-8 (small US 8) / FR 36-40 (small FR 40) Measurements (taken flat and un-stretched) : Width (shoulder to shoulder) approx. 34 cm (13.4 inches) Width (from armpit to armpit) approx. 34 cm (13.4 inches) Waist approx. 23.5 cm (9.3 inches) Length (shoulder to hem) approx. 86.5 cm (34.1 inches) Sleeve length approx. 56.5 cm (22.2 inches) Total length approx. 91.5 cm (36 inches) This item has been professionally cleaned, pressed & carefully inspected by a couture-trained seamstress before being sold. Credit photos : Picture n° 8 -> unknown model via Vogue Runway / Condé Nast Archive at the Alaïa Fall-Winter 1990-1991 fashion...

A beautiful black silk dress with beaded straps from Gianni Versace Couture. It is a simple dress that skims the body with 2 straps at each shoulder mad...

A fabulous black polished cotton dress from Hermes. It is sleeveless with a crew neckline, button front closure to the waist, hip pockets, and...

Avant Garde GUCCI 1980s black wool turtleneck dolman sleeve wool sweater dress ! Features the softest wool, with buttons up the back bodice, and zipper up the back skirt. Two pockets...

Incredible Avant Garde 1980s VICTOR COSTA lipstick red, fuchsia pink and purple color block strapless hi-lo flamenco style evening gown! Flattering ruched boned bodice holds everythi...

Yves Saint Laurent strapless cocktail dress from 1998 as seen on the fall runway. Made in black with an asymmetrical wrap front that ties at the hip, the dress reveals an inset of me...

Circa 1970/1972 France Courrèges Haute Couture day dress in thick orange jersey from the early 1970s. Straight sleeveless cut, pleated tabs at the shoulders and slightly flared on th...

An extremely rare Museum worthy treasure of Manfred Thierry Mugler’s early mastery, this black linen gown from the Spring/Summer 1982 Collection stands as one of the designer’s most ...

Lovely Mary McFadden Pleated 2 Toned Cocktail Dress from the 1980's. Spliced in 2 tones of signature pleated textile with hand piped edges. Puffed sleeves with fitted bodice and full...

Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back and extra panel on the back ( to give more volume) Invisible zip on the left side. Inside fabric belt on the waist with large...

Elevate your evening with this exquisite 1980s Christian Dior creation, a masterpiece that seamlessly blends Eastern elegance with haute couture sophistication. Inspired by the grace...

Black velvet cocktail dress with balloon bottom. The fabric composition tag has been cut but the " ballon" part is probably in rayon and the lining in rayon or acetate. Raglan sleev...

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. ...

Valentino black silk evening gown, Spring Summer 1999 Modelled by Fernanda Tavares on the runway Full-length black skirt in raw silk Bodice is fitted and is made of a nude silk under...

Rare and iconic early 1980s LAURA ASHLEY Batsheva Avant Garde purple, pink and green cotton midi dress! Features the signature Ashley floral print. Great double layer of ruffled slee...

A fun vintage dress by British designer Amanda Wakeley. The dress is in a yellow and white print silk and has spaghetti straps and layers of fabric so the the dress moves with you. ...

A rare vintage Italian evening gown dating to the 1990s, crafted in vibrant candy-pink chiffon and entirely hand-embellished with tonal sequins. T...

A gorgeous soft gold fine silk knit dress from Christian Dior. It has an inner boned corset with underwire bust cups, and detachable spaghetti straps enabling the dress to also be wo...

Gorgeous 1990s vintage black silk chiffon beaded cocktail dress! Features layers of luxurious black silk chiffon, with thousands of hand-sewn sequins, beads and rhinestones throughou...

Vintage 1980s Azzaro Boutique Paris by Loris Azzaro Black Jersey Sheer Crepe Evening Gown with Braided Trim The extra tag marked (REALE) indicates it was a design made for the ...

Extremely rare Jacqueline de Ribes evening gown dating to 1985. Entirely hand-finished, the construction reflects the level of craftsmanship one would expect from haute couture. Desi...

A stunning and spotty vintage silk dress by Escada.The dress is in a blue silk with white spot detail and has a white silk collar and edging to sleaves. It has a five button front op...

This long gown by Loris Azzaro, dating from the 1970s, captures the designer’s fascination with Grecian-inspired sensuality and fluid construction. Crafted in France from azure blue ...

Chic early 90s KRIZIA black crochet embroidered sleeveless dress ! Features a soft fabric blend of Rayon (40%), Wool (50%) and Nylon (10%). Simply slips over the head and stretches t...

Multicolor jersey draped bustier evening dress. Main fabric composition: 53% rayon, 47% acetate. Lining composition: 100% rayon. Boned. Zip closure on the left side and split on the...

Smashing vintage GUY LAROCHE Oriental themed cotton halter sun dress! Features a black body, with an amazing red fan-like print throughout. Flattering fitted bodice, with a nice forg...

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...

Textile Artist Marion Clayden was the source for the tie dye fabrics used for costumes and sets for the rock musical Hair in the 1960's. She began her fashion career in the late 1970...

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

Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...

Exceptional 1970s lipstick red MIKE BENET chiffon gown! Grecian Goddess style, with asymmetrical layers of red chiffon throughout. Amazing movement, with heavy attention to detail. F...

Backless blue taffetas evening dress wrap on the bust . Black tulle petticoat. Fabric composition: 52% 48% polyester. SIZE M

S/S 1997 GUCCI by Tom Ford Slip Dress black 72% rayon, 28" silk Condition: Excellent 23" bust, 23" waist, 24" hips, 60" length Size US 10 / IT 46

1970's Oscar de La Renta black & ivory satin cocktail dress with a demure silhouette and decidedly chic look. The dress zips and hooks at the back with hidden side pockets and braid...

Pretty vintage 80s DIANE FREIS light blue and pink flowers and plaid silk dress ! As a vintage collector, I have always appreciated Diane Freis, as I always know it is a Freis piece ...

This is a really striking dress from around the late 60s, early 70s and is labelled "Lurex Acrylic, Made in the British Colony of Hong Kong". It has a tight, black metallic ribbed b...

An extraordinary skirt and top set from Moschino Couture in grey with a touch of green jersey. They are simple pieces with intricate detailed at the front and back hemlines comprised...

Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress shall numbered in pink wild silk and mother of pearl buttons

A classic black cocktail dress with a little something extra by Anne Marie Gabalis for Mignon. This stunning dress combines a 1980's silhouette, including strong shoulders and an as...

This Thierry Mugler creation is a masterclass in sculptural seduction, a piece that distills the Iconic Designer’s fascination with power, architecture, and the female form into one ...

An exquisite piece from the Christian Dior archives, this black gown from the Spring/Summer 1999 collection embodies the spirit of dark romance. Crafted in lustrous black crepe, it d...

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