Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-dropping changeante color and Elizabethan-style skirt elevate this gown to the realm of myth. Vintage halter neck...

Gorgeous late 1960s / early 1970s pale yellow vintage lace dress. Heavily beaded in ways which compliment and match the lace. Thousands of beads and...

Black Rayon Crepe and Gold Kid Leather One Piece Deco Gown from the late 1930's, early 1940's. Pleated faux wrap design with large exaggerated collar and amazing gold kid applique Deco...

This is an enchanting and elegant couture dance dress by Von Fürstenberg from the 1950s. The "New Look" was in full swing at that time and the excessive use of fabric and the full sk...

1930s very Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown. Sleeves have been draped into folds that almost extend to the elbow. The bodice has a deep v-neckline a...

*Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 feet tall* Can go up to a current US Size 8 Fabulous 1960s OSCAR DE LA RENTA silk brocade A Line dress and coat ensemble! Features lovely abstra...

A classic silhouette rendered in a mesmerising design, this original 1960's Gene Shelly black wool evening dress, embellished with gold glass beadwork, is a timeless classic. The V...

Chic mid 60s pink, red, purple and white paisley Irish Linen shift dress! Features a slight cowl neck with fitted bodice and a forgiving skirt. Full metal zipper up the back with hoo...

Elegant Beaded Crepe and Self Fabric Bias Rope Trimmed Gown from the 1940's. Beautiful and Unusual design with yards of crepe bias rope used as self trim. A cascade of these ropes tr...

An incredible 1950s silk dress from Werle of Beverly Hills with a black bodice and black on white flocked skirt. The bodice is semi fitted with cap ...

50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash. Grecian-esque gathered skirt adornment. Metal zip up the back.

Beautiful 1950s demi couture gold and black silk brocade and chiffon cocktail dress! Features a tailored gold and black silk flower brocade bodice, ...

Exceptional vintage 1950s ANITA MODES black silk crepe one shoulder cocktail wiggle dress! Form fitting silhouette hugs the body in all the right places. So Marilyn Monroe, Audrey He...

This 1960s white lace dress was made by British label Jean Varon and is a beautiful example of the designer's penchant for romantic detailing, synonymous with his work during this er...

Gorgeous 1950s demi couture HOUSE OF BRANELL black and white floral print silk short sleeve dress! Faux wrap style is flattering and comfortable for an array of sizes. Fitted bodice ...

A wonderful chic cocktail option, this unlabelled haute couture dress is made of a refined shade of pastel green silk crepe. The flattering 60’s shift silhouette is enhanced with a b...

Special Cloque Sheath Gown from the 1960's with unusual yoke detailing in crinkled crepe. The neckline has a series of "bows" arranged vertically along the neckline. Fitted sheath sh...

Red sunray pleated evening dress with sequins and beaded work. No fabric composition tag inside the dress but probably silk chiffon and rayon lining. Snap and zip closure on the midd...

A head turning cocktail dress from the 1950s. The dress has a deep v neckline and backline. with a flared skirt and wonderful velvet flowers and detail on the hem.

CARVEN - (Made in France) Silk and tulle dress with embroidery. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 36FR. Piece from the 1960s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions...

A balance of masculine and feminine, this frothy party dress pairs tuxedo references like bib pleating and a wide cummerbund with an undeniably ladylike silhouette complete with a 25...

1950s "Imperial" Aqua blue knit wool dress featuring iridescent beading and sequin configured in an abstract floral pattern throughout the entire dress. The skirt has a slit that rea...

Presenting an exceptional Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture evening gown from the autumn-winter collection of 1969. This gown is a true masterpiece crafted from luxurious brown silk c...

Stunning, jet-black, silk jersey gown with fluted box pleated bodice from James Galanos dating to the 1970's. Dress has a very strong silhouette with a ve...

Chic early 60s kelly green silk damask A-Line dress ! Features the perfect rich hue of green. Tailored bodice with a forgiving A-Line skirt. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-a...

1960 Bill Blass Documented Floral Print Silver Brocade Gown W/Rhinestone Belt. Wild botanical print border design is stunning! Beige silk taffeta lining, large balloon sleeves w/ broad cuffs. Rhinestone buckle belt with a full long maxi skirt...

Chic 1960s CABOT gold metallic sleeveless shift dress ! Features a high neck with tailored bodice. 100% metallic yarn offers plenty of stretch. Hidden metal zipper up the back with h...

1940S Champagne Rayon & Silk Silver Lamé Jacquard Quilted Gown With Appliqué Bodice

Circa 1940 France A cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress in chocolate velvet panne with puffed three-quarter sleeves adorned with embroidery in sablé using translucent glass beads and bell-shaped golden brass sequins, with a reminder at the crew-neck. Elegant fold of fabric work on the bust held in place by side darts. Skirt pleated...

CARVEN - Short orange-coral dress with an openwork white top embroidered with pearls. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Chest: 38 cm - W...

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

Beautiful 1950s demi couture white and silver raffia wiggle dress! Features white raffia with silver metallic threading throughout. Fabulous bombshell fit looks amazing on! Scalloped...

Emilio Pucci has perfected the art of effortless elegant and endlessly wearable garments. Since its beginning (the brand was founded in 1947), the Italian label continues to this day...

Beautiful 1950s demi couture raspberry pink crepe dress! Features pom pom balls attached at the cuffs of each sleeve. Pom poms also featured on the tr...

Incredible 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk chiffon nude illusion couture tiered cocktail dress! Features a black strapless bodice with a sheer chiffon overlay. Three tiers of soft luxu...

Chic 60s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA black and burgundy red long sleeve drop waist dress! Features a Victorian / Renaissance vibe that was very distinct in the late 60s. Features black...

Super chic vintage yellow, green, pink, purple and white daisy flower print cotton skooter dres! Features a nice tailored bodice with a pleated flat...

Chic early 1970s PAULINE TRIGERE black silk chiffon glitter encrusted bell sleeve dress. Silver, gold and black glitter in the shape of flowers on the bottom portion of the dress and...

Incredible vintage late 1960s TORI RICHARD for LIBERTY HOUSE A - Line belted shirt dress! Features a beautiful Allover floral print in vibrant pastels. Large oversized Avant Garde co...

Gaining commercial success in the 1940s, Mollie Parnis was an early American designer who was greatly revered for her chic yet conservative looks as well as one of the earliest Ameri...

Chic 1960s light heather grey sleeveless wool shift dress! Features a tailored silhouette, with a belted back. Full metal zipper. Up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Great with bo...

This superbly embellished dress was designed in the 1950s and most likely bespoke made for a special event. It incorporates many hallmarks of the era’s most-popular designs with its ...

Fantastic vintage 60s OLEG CASSINI black virgin wool larger size Italian made carwash hem dress! Photos do not do this rare beauty justice. Features wool fringe along the entire hem ...

BRAND NEW (Never Worn) VINTAGE!!! Chic 1950s Suzy Perrette black silk velvet cocktail dress! Brand New deadstock vintage dress! Skirt feat...

Beautiful 1950s FRED PERLBERG robin eggs blue fit n' flare dress! Features a ribbed fitted bodice with cap sleeves. Full forgiving skirt with attached sash belt. Full metal zipper up...

60s pink satin embroidered and hand beaded evening dress. 21 inch front slit, multi colored gems.

The combination of black and pink makes this dress simultaneously alluring and innocent. Cut with an asymmetrical "minarete silhouette" peplum made famous by Travis Banton, it also features an off-shoulder neckline made more wearable by the presence of spaghetti straps. Tea length short sleeve off-shoulder party dress of black taffeta with tulle overlay embellished with pink ribbon lace and embroidered flowers; lightly ruched sweetheart bust and spaghetti straps. Asymmetrical peplum from left hip to right ankle; black and pink tulle skirt...

A very pretty and chic vintage crepe dress with wonderful tailoring. The dress is in a blue crepe fabric with decorative buttons and frill on the shoulder. It has a v neckline and s...

This is a beautiful black vintage hand beaded cocktail dress by Ceil Chapman, from the early 1960's. The dress has a scoop neckline, beading all over, gathering detail at the center ...

Chic early 60s blue, green and pink pastel sleeveless shift dress! Features a soft linen / cotton blend, and is fully lined. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. ...

A white cocktail dress with gathiering and folds, a possible wedding dress? The dress has a sweetheart neckline, foldover skirt, central back zip and is fully lined.

Chic early 60s chartreuse green and olive green cap sleeve cotton dress. Features flattering vertical stripes on the fitted bodice, with a high neck, and attached belt. Dipped back c...

This exquisite 1950s Ceil Chapman black cocktail dress is a rare, architecturally constructed example from one of America’s most important mid-century designers. Chapman—celebrated f...

1930S Black Silk Satin Halter Bow Neck Gown

Late 60s Gold and Silver Lame Brocade Psychedelic Maxi Dress or Gown w Jeweled Empire Waist; A spectacular apricot, silver and gold metallic brocade in a "wave" design make this a re...

J. Suzanne Talbot was a celebrated designer during the 1920s and onward in France, known particularly for her hat designs. This dress from the 1950s, be...

Chic 1960s LILLI DIAMOND canary yellow and white silk lace dress! Features a fitted bodice with a ruffled skirt. White pom poms at the collar and each tier of ruffles. Hidden zipper ...

Kasper for Joan Leslie 1968 Documented Paisley Silk & Lurex Gown. Silver metallic brocade, with gold passementerie neckline, empire maxi dress from 1968. This gorgeous dress was crea...

Sensational late 1950s black, silver and gunmetal sequined wiggle shift dress! Features allover hand-sewn sequins throughout the front and back of the bodice. Peek-a-boo at the top b...

1950s A-line Cotton Dress with velvet bows and Matching belt Bust - 36 Waist - 26 Hip - FR Length - 41 Size Us - S