Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

This vintage Emanuel Ungaro black and white stripe dress is a bold, sophisticated statement piece that showcases the designer’s flair for dramatic elegance and expert tailoring. Like...

Beautiful vintage 60s SUSAN SMALL of London black and pink watercolor rose print silk dress. Features a tailored bodice with a slightly fuller skirt. Hidden zipper up the back with h...

Beautiful 1950s royal blue and green fruit print wool wiggle dress! Fabulous flattering fit that stretches to fit the body. Short cap sleeves. Full metal zipper up the back with hook...

This Selfridges late 1950s cocktail dress in midnight blue chiffon has an exotic flavour. The ornate beadwork embellishment on the overlay beautifully jux...

Fabulous vintage evening dress or gown, likely made in the late 40s or early 50s. Made from black taffeta, it features a black scalloped lace hem with lace inserts at the chest and back - so chic! It's got darts at the bodice , a gathered dropped waist and bow details at the shoulder tops, giving it a truly elegant silhouette and fit! It fastens with a metal zipper under the wearer's left arm and has a grosgrain ribbon at the front skirt bottom (photo 5). A chic and elegant vintage dress...

Gorgeous vintage 1950s demi couture leopard/cheetah print fit and flare silk dress! This is one bombshell of a dress, and is a classic beauty! Features allover animal print. Fitted b...

Beautiful 1960s MOLLIE PARNIS metallic silk bright color paisley print dress! Features vibrant colors of hot pink, turquoise blue, green, yellow and orange. Gold metallic threading t...

Beautiful vintage late 50s demi couture silk brocade black and red off-the-shoulder cocktail dress ! Features lipstick red prints of flowers and orig...

Circa 1965 France Elegant little black dress without label in the style of Chanel and dating from the 1960s. Short dress with buttoning in front and a slightly curved straight cut,...

This dress was created by an anonymous designer, but you will be anything but anonymous wearing this fabulously colorful Op Art patterned dress from the late 1960's. The dress has ...

A chic dress by French designer Courreges. In a cream wool with silk lining, this dress is perfect for parties or even a bride.The dress has a square neckline, a 7 button opening at...

A wonderful jersey drape vintage jersey gown by Ronerg Couture. The dress has a v neckline and backline with plait detail over the bodice,ad gather...

Yellow rayon jersey cocktail dress with beaded work. No lining. Zip in the middle back. SIZE 36/38 (Fr) S/M

Classic Beene cocktail dress in wool crepe with satin ribbon trim.
Versatile one piece style channels the glamour of the 1950's Haute Couture.
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Vintage late 1960s Oscar de la Renta tan/gold/bronze velvet dress. Gold metallic and brown trim. High mock neck collar. Long bishop sleeves snap at fitted cuffs. Skirt has off-center...

The most beautiful 60s vintage mini from the English label Jean Varon which was designed by John Bates in the 60s and 70s. Bates was one of the pioneers of the miniskirt. This baby...

This rare vintage 1930s bias-cut lace dress is an absolutely stunning example of 1930s fashion. It is becoming increasingly (very) rare to find these 1930s lace dresses in the beauti...

This late 1960s to early 1970s Gunne Sax by Jessica McClintock 'hippie' dress is from the brand’s highly collectable black label era. The label reads “Gunne Sax by Jessica”. This bra...

A cocktail dress that stands apart not only for its nude hue but also for its architectural silhouette, this piece radiates mid-century chic. It reminds us of vintage beauty parlor dome hairdryers and Gaultier cone bras...

Incredible 1950s demi couture lipstick red silk lace fit n' flare cocktail dress! Features silk taffeta with red lace overlay. Large satin bow detail at center front hem. Fitted tail...

Circa 1955 France / England Worth cocktail dress in navy blue silk-crepe with horizontal stripes embroidered with iridescent navy glitter and translucent beads, from the last period...

Gown is missing label and is priced accordingly. True Haute Couture construction fully boned and lined in silk faille in the bodice and satin back crepe in the skirt. Exceptional hand finishing throughout. The beading is done in an abstracted ombré, reflecting the hand dyed ombré in the silk. The beads are of the high quality hand faceted kind, which sparkle in the evening light, added sparkle as they all fall into a short fringe which shimmers as the wearer moves. 1950S PIERRE BALMAIN...

White sunray pleated cocktail dress with embroideries on neckline (Rhinestone, beads and pearls) No fabric tag but probably polyester. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back. SIZE M

A fabulous late-1960s metallic Lurex knit dress by Bobette Imports France, showcasing the bold mod style of the era. Crafted in black and gold Lurex, this vintage dress features an intricate Moroccan-inspired pattern throughout, complemented by softly gathered peasant sleeves for a touch of bohemian glamour. The silhouette is effortless yet striking—perfect paired with tall black boots...

Beautiful 1950s BETTINA OF MIAMI lightweight cotton and lace fit n' flare belted dress ! Features a pale yellow cotton and black lace. Fitted tailored bodice with a forgiving full sk...

Creepy and cool pale blue rayon floral gown with hand embroidery, Studio VL. Period rayon satin floral dressing gown with front zip entry, hand embroidered w...

Chic 1960s ADELE SIMPSON brown and rose gold / copper metallic silk brocade A-Line dress! Features a smart tailored short sleeve bodice. Full and forgiving A-line skirt. Irredentist ...

Fabulous long sheath of black crepe with allover beading in a squiggle design of black bugle beads. Narrow body hugging design with straight neckline front and back and cut-in armhol...

Gorgeous 50s SAKS 5th AVE. demi couture beige + taupe + ivory silk chiffon daisy print floral cocktail dress! Features a silk strapless dress, with an attached chiffon 3/4 sleeves ov...

This seductive 1950s black silk satin cocktail dress is of superb quality and construction. It is a stunning example of an evening dress from this decade and features a sweetheart ne...

Full beaded cocktail dress with flower pattern. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is probably rayon end the lining is probably acetate. Zip and hook&eye closure in the m...

A stunning Lame gown in a pretty purple colour. The dress has a halter neck, fold over detail at the front and back and central back zip.

Chic 1950s paisley fit n' flare cotton dress! Features ivory background with warm hues of maroon, orange, pale yellow nad ivory throughout. Shelf like bust with attached bow. Metal z...

This striking 1960 gown by Mike Benet features vibrant cherry red fabric that commands attention. Pearl and bead embellishments delicately accentuate the neckline and underbust, addi...

Chic 1960s SAKS 5TH AVENUE silk and cotton short sleeve A-Line dress! Features a stark white background with flowers in vibrant colors of purple, pink, red, and green throughout. Fu...

Chic 1950s 'Autumnal' pleated cotton dress! Warm tones, in plaid, with three dimensional contrasting black sketched plaid throughout. Pleated bodice and...

1960s Sarmi Mod Black Silk Chiffon Dress with Ostrich Feather Trim Overlay Skirt & Bow: Extravagant black and white ostrich trim embellishes this Mod del...

Stunning 1950s vintage WERLE OF BEVERLY HILLS demi couture pink, fuchsia and white watercolor print chiffon silk dress! I once had the long sleeved version of this rare gem, and I wa...

A chic cocktail dress designed by Worth, London. The dress has an outer layer of dark grey silk chiffon. The skirt is lined in a deep mauve/grey coloured fabric and the bust area in ...

Pink damask bustier cocktail dress. Boned. Double-zip in the middle back, one to close the bustier undernieth, the other one to close the dress. Bow in the middle back. Tulle pettic...

This Haute Couture International gown is composed of a black beaded and sequin lace. There is a side slit and center back zipper closure. ...

Chic 1950s SUZY PERETTE black and white lightweight soft cotton nautical dress! Features a bow above center bust. Gathers in the back create a flattering and forgiving silhouette. Fu...

FOR DESIGN INSPIRATION or STUDY only. The fabric is fatigued in left shoulder area with various small tears and small holes. see last picture. size: 6. Bust: 36"/ Waist: 32"/ Length: 56" Marylin Lewis started her clothing line late 60s, using the most luxurious and fines fabrics from italy.

Incredible vintage 1967 B.H. Wragge silk wrap dress! Dated, from 1967. Amazing pattern, with vibrant colors! Flattering side bow tie at waist, that is wrapped across inner waist. Fu...

1960s evening dress by Malcolm Starr in pale pink satin with beaded emellishment throughout. This consists of primarily silver beads in various shapes and sizes, the body covered wit...

Stylish and elegant vintage 60s GUY D. Demi Couture one rhinestone shoulder plus size cocktail dress! Features a forgiving body, with impeccably tailored seams. ...

Vintage 1960s profils du monde Yellow silk chiffon gown adorned with red , silver sequins and pearls. Timeless and chic old hollywood glamour style. F...

Though this wartime dress observed all the restrictions of clothes rationing, it suffered no loss of glamour thanks to its clever design tricks. The contrast of fabrics forces the ey...

1960s Jean Louis deep moss green silk gown with hand-painted chiffon kaftan overlay. Gathered, piped cuffs. Zippered black. Coordinating silk crepe lin...

Circa 1940 France A Collectible Long dress for evening or ceremony in Fibrane, a reversible matte and satin crepe in artificial fibre, in a subtle powder pink colour, dating from the 1940s. Long puffed sleeves with fine shoulder pleats, square neckline and cut-out effect at the waist. Yellow bakelite buckle...

Custom made for mid-century opera and lounge singer Vivenne Della Chiesa who performed with the rat pack in Las Vegas in the 1950s. 1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined...

This is a rare vintage light pink peach chiffon gown is attributed to the designer Sarmi, from the 1960's. The gown has feathers all around the bodice, a silk sash and bow, a constru...

Chic mid 60s vibrant colored abstract print two piece sheath dress and top ! Features vibrant neon colors of pink, blue, turquoise, green and white throughout. Top features center cu...

This is a stunning Ivory colored gown from the 1960's. The dress is fashioned with heavily beaded pearl like accents and adornments. There is a center back zipper for ease of access....

A gold , silver and pink metallic vintage cocktail dress with silver trim . The dress is gathered at the waist and has a central back zip. It has a three and a half inch hem

Circa 1940-1960 Tunisia Hammamet Spectacular Tunisian wedding dress from the Hammamet region, dating from the mid-20th century. Straight cut, slightly puffed at the hips, open at the...

GRETA PLATTRY c.1950’s Midnight Black Pleated Sleeveless Fit N Flare Day Dress Circa: 1950’s Label(s): Greta Plattry Original Designer: Greta Plattry St...

1960s Authentic Ice Follies costume ensemble: Couture quality, hand made black velvet circle skirt with interlocking sequined circle motifs. Skirt and capl...

This exquisite late 1930s couture gown is unmarked as to maker, however, it is undoubtedly of the highest quality: The black silk lace is trimmed with ve...

1960s Custom-Made Pastel A-Line Ikat Hostess Gown or Caftan in a Stylized Cloud Pattern : A sublimely simple and striking A-line gown or hostess dress in a tapestry-weight silk, takes the traditional Chinese cloud motif...