Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

From the moment it glided down the runway, this look distilled the sensual precision that defines Thierry Mugler’s early-’90s mastery: a vision of sculpted femininity rendered in liq...

Fab C.1970 black velvet pant suit by Y.E.S. of California. The jacket hooks at the front with a peplum silhouette and features a coordinating belt with rhinestone buckle. The pants sit high on the waist and zip at the back with a slight bell bottom hem. Pair it with a crisp white blouse for a tuxedo look or a black lace camisole...

A gorgeous gownin black silk chiffon and opaque silk from Karl Lagerfeld. The low cut, slightly blouson bodice crosses in front and is shadowed by an under layer of silk chiffon foll...

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 ...

A gorgeous black jersey dress by Herve Leger. A master of enhancing the female form this dress is no exception with it's plunging halter neckline plus exposed back and side waist. Th...

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...

DIOR - (Made in France) Sequined black dress with long sleeves. Sleeve bottom and dress bottom edged with mink. Black silk buttons. Siz...

Circa late 1990s wedding dress tailored from an ivory shot silk blend and made in England by the British label Margaret Lee. The romantic silhouette has a fun 1980s vibe but we are p...

Amazing and super rare vintage 1970s BILL BLASS gold metallic lurex and silk evening dress! Bright red abstract silk designs throughout, with the ones on the sleeve a semi sheer silk...

Black cocktail dress in satin crepe and velvet cutting

Grey raw silk bustier evening dress with zip embellishment and fabric collar. No fabric composition tag but the lining is probably polyester or rayon. Lightly padded bra. Hook&eye ...

Step into the disco era with this stunning Bob Mackie emerald green sequin gown from the 1980s. Crafted for the glamorous party-goer, this floor-length dress features a flattering V-...

A rare and collectible piece from one of USA fashion’s most celebrated costume and couture designers. US size - 6 ( please check measurements ). A stunning example of Bob Mackie's si...

Incredible vintage 1990s PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE muted gold silk taffeta strapless beaded evening gown! Features a strapless interior boned bodice with interior support. Fabulous gathers and drapes throughout with beaded and sequin adorned silk rosettes...

Verlaine Vintage is thrilled to present an exquisite 1970s open-back vintage dress by Loris Azzaro. Crafted from a luxuriously soft black silk and vis...

Yves Saint Laurent circa 1995 long black crepe dress, sleeveless, with a full, bell-shaped silhouette cinched by draping at the waist and back, a round split neckline, two bra straps...

This is the original gown designed by Vicky Tiel—an iconic piece later recreated for Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. Made in her signature ruched stretch mesh and merlot red color, th...

From Azzedine Alaïa’s iconic Fall/Winter 1989 collection, Look 16, this long burnt-orange ribbed knit dress exemplifies the sculptural sensuality that defined the designer’s aestheti...

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...

Inspired by the famous Princess Diana “Revenge” dress. A short cocktail dress in the most beautiful burgundy iridescent soft taffeta. Although know as a brilliant American Fashion ...

A beautiful full length beaded black silk gown from Sonia Rykiel. There are lines of tubular black glass beads the full length of the dress and the front bodice is accented with a si...

Rare 90s IKITO, by Jiki of Monte Carlo robins egg blue / light turquoise sexy mini dress! Soft rayon blend hugs the body in all the right place, and stretches to fit. Hammered gold c...

This dress is a holiday dream. Like you stepped off the set of White Christmas. A 1980s Victor Costa in red and green plaid taffeta with a full skirt and plisse ruffle hem at the b...

Dramatic jet-black and light pink mini dress with layered lace and ribbon ruffles designed by Loris Azzaro dating to the 1980's. During this tim...

Offering a bright green pleated sculptural Issey Miyake (labeled) Polyester dress and overtop. Overall length 52", length of top 29". Size M

A fabulous vintage find! Escada used to design a small collection of “couture” dresses each season under the "Escada Coututre" label. A few pieces of the most high end, (much more e...

A fabulous red fine silk dress with stretch by Angelo Tarlazzi. It exposes the shoulders and has horizontal ruching across the front and back down to the skirt and across the sleeve...

Amazing and rare Chloe by Lagerfeld Crepe Tricolor Silk Crepe Wrap Dress in navy, yellow and red silk crepe paneled and pieced in different areas. S...

Features; Simple Dolce and Gabbana Spring 1997 Nude slip dress. Featuring spaghetti strap shoulders, loose fitting silhouette and fine lace hem. Size; Medium (We recommend to fit UK...

This refined Raffaella ensemble would be perfect for any evening event or would make a fantastic wedding dress. Constructed in an ethereal cream silk chiffon, the top is embellished with glass beads ornating a large waistband with "boteh" (paisley) and lines pattern. Matching beadwork is found at the end of the long sheer sleeves. Fabric is doubled on the bust, single layered on the arms. The maxi skirt is made of two layers of silk chiffon and fully lined in cream silk, closing with a hook and six tiny press studs. The top closes with tree hooks...

Chic early 90s CHRISTIAN LACROIX Avant Garde black rayon skater dress! Features a tailored boned bodice with curved edges at each armpit. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye ...

Miu Miu by Miuccia Prada strapless floor-length column dress in dark chocolate brown technical fabrics, built from a central textured mesh panel and smooth woven side panels, with th...

Chic early 90s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche lipstick red cotton sleeveless trapeze tent dress ! Pockets at each side of the hips. Simply slip this rare beauty over your head. Easy ...

Designed by U.S.-based Oscar de la Renta (1932-2014) for his 1975 Resort collection, this deeply-draping two-layer empire-waist gown maxi dress is handpainted on white silk in a blue...

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 is a sexy 1970's dress designed by Donald Brooks. The body of the dress is dark brown jersey and the bodice is trimmed with chocolate brown satin ribbon which is used to create the halter neckline and the straps at the back. It is also used for the Empire...

Stunning vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA Couture Victorian inspired Size 8 forest hunter green velvet and silk damask full length evening dress! Features a luxurious hunter green velvet bo...

Barbie alert ! Sexy and iconic VERSUS by GIANNI VERSACE late 90s bubblegum pink butterfly sequin and beaded encrusted sleeveless bodycon dress and matching cardigan sweater ! This Ba...

Step into the disco fever of the 1970s with this stunning Loris Azzaro jersey gown, a true Studio 54 showstopper. Rendered in rich cobalt blue, this glamorous piece features strategi...

Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Issey Miyake white long linen dress with a draped neck from the spring 1998 collection, known to be a prototype to the A-POC (A ...

Black velvet and wool cocktail dress with jewellery button closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. ( 2 extra button provided) Lining composition probably rayon or acetate. Hook...

A beautiful rich red high low dress from Rifat Ozbek. The cap sleeve high waist bodice is enhanced with a beaded, embroidered and sequined paisley pattern in front. It has a wide s...

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

The little black dress ... or should we call it 'The Little Blass' dress!?! C.1980 Bill Blass black silk dress with dramatic sleeves and a cummerbund style sash. This dress is load...

Super rare Limited Edition ELETRA CASADEI vintage 1990s Betty Boop, "Birth of Venus," novelty print slip dress! Features the classic artistic print, wi...

This Issey Miyake runway dress from 1984 is a great example of his sculptural, minimalist style. It’s made from a persimmon-colored cotton with a long, easy silhouette and a bit of v...

Exquisite vintage anonymous gown dating from the 1960's. Luxurious jet black velvet with contrasting cream silk organza pleated puff sleeves. Boat neckline in the front and v in the ...

It's all in the details ... and the details of this Christian LaCroix suit are to die for! The heavy brown wool jacket is a double breasted military style with a large black velvet ...

Gorgeous colorful printed silk sheath dress by Michael Novarese. Halter neckline with keyhole detail. Fully lined in silk with hand sewn couture stitching. Bows at the back of the st...

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...

LANVIN 22. Faubourg St. Honoré _ PARIS 60s/70s Long printed velvet dress with large shocking pink and ruby red roses on a brown and gray background Round ne...

This runway documented 1980s Chanel dress is an amazing example of how the chic French fashion house adapted to the era of excess. It walked the runway as part of the brand’s fall 19...

This stunning 1972 Bill Blass gown captures the essence of his early independent work: elegance anchored by architectural clarity, yet softened by romantic detail. Cut from luminous ...

This rare Chanel dress is from the Fall/Winter 1988 ready-to-wear collection designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Crafted from rich black velvet, it features ...

Vintage printed chiffon and gold chain bustier cocktail's dress with Chanel "boutique" label Back width = 40cm French Size 40

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose

Beautiful and flattering vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Rive Gauche’ black silk ruffle dress! Luxurious soft 'liquid' silk that looks incredible on! Features a silk velvet trim along th...

1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Logo Print Chiffon Evening Gown Strapless mesh Accents 12" bust, 13.5" waist, 45.25" hips, 62.75" length 80% polyamide, 2...

A lovely vintage silk dress by Bruce Oldfield Couture. The dress is in a black, white and grey print , with a central back zip and elbow length sleaves with button detail. It is li...

A gorgeous 2 piece set skirt and camisole set from Coty award winner designer Fabrice's Couture collection in black semi sheer silk covered in glass beads and with sequin accents. Th...