Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Stunning, Ossie Clark black chiffon evening dress dating to 1972. Designed with an empire waist, flowing tiered skirt, sheer blouson sleeves finished with elastic shiring at the wris...

An exceptional formal gown from Bob Mackie Boutique, this ice blue column dress is a testament to the designer’s mastery of theatrical glamour and intricate hand-finishing. Rendered ...

Amazing early 90s royal blue silk chiffon beaded sequin long sleeve dress ! Thousands of hand-sewn beads throughout look phenomenal on, especially while dancing. Built in shoulder pa...

A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Gianni Versace. It has a square neckline with a notched center and long subtly belled sleeves. The dress is semi fitted with inner boning for ...

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...

Channel the power-glam of the 1980s with this striking vintage Donna Karan New York gown. Designed in stretch-wool jersey and metallic gold Lycra, the dress features a sculptural one...

This exquisite vintage 1970s cocktail dress captures the era’s signature elegance with its flowing silhouette, full swirling skirt, and graceful ...

New with tags 70s does 20s JOY STEVENS black sequined flapper style fringed dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout. Fringe hem makes this dress perfect for d...

Oscar de la Renta designed this elegant black lace and velvet short evening dress with swirling black soutache braid trim. The black lace bodice is lined with black tulle and it is a...

This is an exceptionally rare and iconic gown from Thierry Mugler’s Fall 1984 runway collection, L’Hiver des Anges. Crafted in radiant gold silk lamé, the design is inspired by celestial beings—angels, saints, and the Virgin—capturing the divine drama that defined Mugler’s early aesthetic. The gown features a powerful silhouette with sharply sculpted, exaggerated shoulders and intricate pleating that radiates outward in a starburst pattern from the waist, creating a sense of movement and light. It cascades into a long, elegant train, with a metallic sheen that catches and reflects light like molten gold. As one of Mugler’s most recognizable masterpieces, this dress has appeared in several major fashion exhibitions, including Thierry Mugler: Couturissime, Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination...

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 ...

A wonderful statement evening gown form the 1980s. The dress is in black with bow detail on the front and back, and a taffetta skirt with net underneath. Measurements : Bust 38'', l...

Fall-Winter 1986-1987 Collection France An Amazing evening gown, taken from a fairy tale, by Louis Féraud Haute Couture from the 1986-1987 collection. Bustier with plunging neckline ...

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...

1990S Alberta Ferrtti White Beaded Silk Gown

Loretta di Lorenzo vintage 80s evening dress. Black velvet sheath dress, crochet details on the sweetheart neckline. Bow on the chest, sleeves with shoulde...

This stunning vintage Chanel gown from the Spring/Summer 1988 collection is a timeless masterpiece that exudes elegance and sophistication. The d...

This Vintage MCM Ruffle Nightgown would be a beautiful example of vintage femininity, soft romanticism, and the luxurious appeal that was typical of Vanity Fair’s mid-century and 19...

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

Insanely gorgeous vintage ROSE TAFT black and brown 1950s 50s style couture strapless gown! Features a full brown silk satin gown, with an attached black silk French lace overlay. Bl...

Double-layered mini dress featuring an inner black silk slip and a sheer chiffon overlay fully encrusted with Swarovski rhinestones in Gucci’s iconic GG monogram. Delicately draped n...

Stunning Pauline Trigère 1970s ensemble in black wool crepe, the simple dress underneath an unusual reverse cape/shawl terminating in deep black fox trim at t...

A fabulous forest green wool military influence dress by Thierry Mugler. It has a small stand up collar, long sleeves with cuffs and 2 bodice patch pockets. The dress skirt wraps ac...

Stunning 1990s MORGANE LE FAY black and gold ombre metallic evening gown! Features a spaghetti strap semi sheer bodice that stretches to fit. Panels of gold / bronze ombre crinkled silk skirt with a black underlay. Looks phenomenal on. THe pictured black and gold vintage...

This full-length evening dress was designed by Stella McCartney for Chloé and appeared on the runway in black as part of the brand’s Spring 1999 collection (look 56/77). McCartney se...

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

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 1995 Pink Lace Slip Short Dress Dolce & Gabbana Pink Bralette Dress. This dress features a black lace trim on the bottom on top of the silk dress. Seen similar from the S/S 1...

Iconic 90's one-sleeve draped bustier dress by Vivienne Westwood Zip on the back No composition tag, silk

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 ...

Step into high-fashion history with this exquisite 1980s James Galanos couture gown, a masterclass in dramatic elegance and refined craftsmanship. Known as the “American Dior,” Galan...

A fabulous black silk dress by Thierry Mugler. It is a semi fitted dress with an asymmetric jagged edge neckline outlined in black velvet and a straight skirt. It is fully lined in s...

A very elegant 1980s sequin dress from Italian couturier Andre Laug from his haute couture / alta moda line. The dress has beautiful cap sleeves, a V neckline and is a Princess seam...

A fabulous black wool jersey maxi dress and wrap from Givenchy. It has long sleeves, a crew neckline and comes with a narrow tie belt and matching wrap...

Superb A/W 1999 John Galliano burgundy shift dress with a feather detail around the collar and concealed zip side closure. Pit to Pit; 17” Waist; 28” Nape to Hem; 44” Size; label s...

Vintage Norma Kamali OMO Lace Maxi Dress, 1993 Collection Preowned, vintage Norma Kamali OMO black lace maxi dress, from her iconic 1993 ready-to-wear collection (and as seen on the...

We have never seen an evening gown (couture or designer ready to wear) that has as much jaw dropping, exquisite embellishments as this gown has. It is so spectacular with combination...

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...

Beautiful 1990s vintage HELEN MORLEY for SAKS 5TH AVENUE taupe silk strapless evening dress! This gown retailed for $3,250 in the mid 90s Every detail ab...

This striking 1980s vintage Vicky Tiel Couture for Neiman Marcus evening gown features a sculpted strapless boned bodice crafted from finely pleated chiffon in a dreamy ombré of aqua...

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...

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...

Black draped cocktail dress with gold chain rhinestone. Main fabric composition: 75% rayon, 25% spandex. Polyester jersey lining. "TARLAZZI" letters in gold metal and rhinestone on ...

Amazing vintage Victorian inspired 70s does 1800s green steampunk trained dress! Features a beautiful color of green with blue and brown flowers throughout. Chic puff sleeves and a d...

1990s Versace Jeans Couture by Gianni Versace turtle neck bodycon dress. Made from super stretchy, figure hugging fabric, with a colourful and extremely iconic Betty Boop print...

This Geoffrey Beene masterpiece showcases luxurious burnt velvet in rich chocolate brown, a sophisticated choice for your most memorable winter evenings. The long sleeves and cinched...

Chic vintage mid 1970s OSCAR DE LA RENTA black silk crepe chiffon boho midi dress! Peasant style, with a flattering forgiving top. Semi sheer 3/4 bishop sleeves feature an elastic cu...

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...

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...

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

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

Rare 80s MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic black and white / ivory novelty bulls eye print Size 8 Rayon slouchy shirt tunic / mini dress ! Features fabric covered but...

Beautiful late 80s LILLIE RUBIN ivory and gold rayon lace drop waist dress ! Features an ivory lace with thousands of hand-sewn gold sequins and beads. Long sleeve cuffs and hem have...

Gianni Versace bright purple wool blend faced with chrome yellow satin short evening dress. Cowl neckline and asymetrical front draping forming t...

Stunning vintage couture maxi dress by Andre Laug with handwritten details on the inside of the dress. This piece is numbered and was likely a custom couture piece for a client. Hand...

A chic vintage “little black dress” from European house of Escada. Made of fine European black crepe fully lined. This cocktail dress has beautiful hand beaded straps that hold up th...

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

Iconic beautiful 1970s vintage Halston black bias cut gown ! Features an asymmetrical neckline in the front and bac. Simply slips over the head. Buttons at each bishop sleeve cuff. T...

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...