Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

This original 1950s strapless cocktail dress has a quintessential party dress silhouette and reflects the decade’s celebration of feminine glamour. With a sculpted, boned bustier bod...

This rare and complete set of five London Series Poster Dresses was designed by Harry Gordon in 1968. Included in countless museum and private collections these dresses are highly co...

GunneSax by Jessica made in San Francisco, tulle shoulder angel sleeve calico prairie dress 1969. Early rare open tulle shoulder calico prairie dress with huge angel sleeves. The fab...

Chic vintage 1960s JACK BRYAN yellow silk shantung A-Line dress and jacket ensemble! Dress features a tailored bodice with a forgiving A-Line shape skirt. Full metal zipper up the ba...

Two for the price of one! Elegant 1960s floral print silk sheath dress with sheer silk organza detachable skirt layer that snaps on and off. The burgu...

A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...

A vision to behold, this original 1960's Pat Sandler for Highlights dress, rendered in a wonderful peacock palette silk paisley patterned brocade, and embellished with iridescent gre...

This vintage silk gown is printed with a distinct folkloric floral pattern— I love that it can be dressed up for evening, but could also be dressed down and worn somewhat more casual...

You would be forgiven for thinking this is an uptight wedding gown because of its age and sleeves. Of course we would direct your attention to the transparent lace insets that discourage the use of underwear, and to the bias-cut liquid satin...

This 1930s gold lame maxi dress would be the crowning glory for any fans of 1930s clothing, or the perfect choice for an eye-catching and wearable gown for an upcoming event. It is c...

1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff couture ball gown in deep mauve and teal silk tulle and horsehair : Irene Sharaff, 5-time Academy Award Winner for...

Two piece suit consisting of a jacket and mid length skirt of butter black satin trimmed with a velvet and jet fringe. The fitted jacket is constructed on princess lines with raglan sleeves, a cutaway closure and small peplum. The full ballerina length...

Circa 1958/1960 France Jacques Griffe Haute Couture dress in cream guipure and fuschia organza muslin dating from the late 50s. Silhouette near the line Tonneau Balenciaga with its h...

1930s Siren gown in gold floral lamé brocade: Racer back with extremely low plunge! Full cowl neck front. The sexiest dress in the room!

Mid-1960's Pierre Balmain haute couture No.155782 gown with a high waist and featuring a brown gathered jersey bodice, a claret colored velvet waistband and an ivory ziberline A-line...

1940s orange tangerine lace V neck flutter sleeves lace dress over tulle fabric. Fitted on the waist . Old Hollywood Glamour. Fit size Medium Dre...

Amazing and super rare vintage 60s PIERRE CARDIN Couture red and white mod dress with sash belt! Heavy duty soft double cotton keeps shape nice, while ...

JEAN DESSES - Brown and black silk dress, chest embroidered with rhinestones and lurex threads. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. 1948 Winter Haute Couture Collection. To be me...

A Superb, Beautiful 1960's COURRÈGES maxi dress, with pink watercolour print and flamboyant silk ruffles. Features; Floor length hem Concealed zip down front Fully lined interior ...

A fabulous black jersey dress by Mr. Blackwell. It is a semi fitted sheath with 3/4 length sleeves and a collar that dips lower in the back. The collar and 5" at the hem are woven with 3/4 in wide matt and shiny...

Stunning silk dress designed by Cristobal Balenciaga for Spanish atelier EISA. This dress is a beautiful example of mid-century minimalist design. Made in a vibrant pink, the dress ...

1960s Max Nugus Couture Light Green Hand Painted Gown This vintage haute-couture gown is in great condition. Perfectly working back-zipper. This...

1950s Pink And Black Lace Cocktail Dress Stunning 1950s cocktail dress, predominantly light pink with black lace overlay, and hand sequinned h...

Early 1960s Gathered and Draped Chiffon Hand-Painted Silk Fitted Cocktail Dress: A fabulous Palm Royale period psychedelic floral cocktail dress with a chic gathered chiffon bodice a...

Super sexy sheath by the great Ceil Chapman. Mid 50s dress in luscious peach and gold brocade. Intricately pleated at waist Deep decolletage. Short kick pleat at rear hem. Rare and h...

Vintage black nude illusion cocktail dress with jet black beadwork along the bust. Details: Fully Lined Rear Metal + Hook Zip Closure Estimated ...

1940s Black Rayon Crepe Cocktail Dress w Keyhole Cutout & Waist Tie & Pink Trim: Bellard - Exclusively at Lipman, Wolfe & Company. A post WWII celebration of femininity and charm, ...

40s Strapless Black Chiffon White Bird Gown. This dress is made of black taffeta with a black silk chiffon overlay. The white waffle cotton scalloped trim is embellished with rhinest...

Long evening bustier dress in tulle with velvet appliqué and sequin and beads embroidered. Nude silk jersey lining on the bust, lining is missing on the skirt. Size 38 (M)

Incredible, and super rare mid 60s one of a kind OSCAR DE LA RENTA gold and red sequin long sleeve gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn gold sequins thorughout. Embroidered red ribb...

1960s Anita Modes Chocolate Chiffon and Crepe Dress w Turkey Feather Trim: Fashioned for tall girls, lined décolletage with a full flourished bow at front waist. Flirty chocolate bro...

Some fading on the shoulder but otherwise in perfect shape. 1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

This outstanding 1930s lamé evening dress is cut to a classic bias-cut silhouette and has a gentle V-neck and full skirt that swirls around the ankles. The ...

Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...

The perfect LBD from 1960's Christian Dior London complete with hand stamped style number and label. Interior is corseted for perfect fit. The deep V back ...

Exquisite 1960's red chiffon hanky hem gown with matching capelet. Fitted through the bodice with spaghetti straps the dress is double layered, a feature that is accented by the irre...

Vibrant 1960s French couture turquoise silk-satin evening dress. Created from turquoise silk-satin, it has a sheer organza overlay, creating a luminous layered effect. The sleeveless...

Ca.1966 Pierre Cardin haute couture black silk mini short-sleeved cocktail dress with silver foil, blue jewels and brown beaded trim at neckline, bust and edge of sleeve. Features a ...

Circa 1949 France Haute Couture evening dress in chocolate brown stretch silk jersey by the famous Maison Jeanne Paquin, 3 Rue de la Paix, Paris, directed by Antonio Del Castillo a...

Beautiful late 1950s ivory / off-white lightweight wool beaded bombshell dress ! Features a silk lace slip that peek through at the hem. Hidden metal...

Sensational 1960s Lilli Diamond light pink chiffon dress, with pailletes, beads, and sequins embellished throughout. Brand new, with original store ...

Gorgeous bombshell 1950s NEIMAN MARCUS couture strapless silk chiffon evening dress! Impeccable construction, with so much detail and workmanshi...

Black & white backless polka-dots evening dress . The black dots are in felt. Black bow organza in the middle front. Zip in the middle back and hook&eye. Hook&eye behind the neck. Wh...

Stunning late 1960's Biba-esque dress by the highly collectible British label Annacat black panne velvet maxi dress. Billowy elbow length sleeves, large co...

Chic 1960s ivory and gold lace A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a nice full flattering flared skirt. Gold embroidered waistband and sleeve cuffs are adorned with gold seq...

1960S PIERRE BALMAIN Off White Rayon & Silk Crepe Modernist Gown With Draped Back Train

1960s Hong Kong Beaded White Silk Crepe Fishtail Wedding Gown: A mint condition, curvaceous and body affirming sleeveless gown made by the best beadwor...

1960S GIBSON BAYH COUTURE Oyster Grey Silk Radzimir Half Empire Waist Silver Gown With Beaded Bodice

Reminiscent of the architectural designs popularized by Balenciaga, this unique party dress features a stand-away silhouette that appears to float independently from the body that we...

Elegant vintage cocktail dress by California designer Edith Flagg. Nude silk with chantilly lace bustline. Details: Fully Lined Back Metal Zip and H...

This sweet short-sleeve dress was created by an unknown designer in the 1960s and may have been a wedding dress as it is a delicate shade of white. Tailored from a man-made chiffon w...

1960s George Halley Black Wool Crepe Column Gown w Stunning Beaded Fan Corset: Remarkable Victorian inspired fuchsia and black sequin and beaded strapless fan-shaped, fully corseted...

Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...

Cream crepe bib dress by Morton Myles for Jeunesse. Darling metallic brocade bib collar with sparkling rhinestone studding and bronze floral appliques. Fully...

This 1950s black tulle gown was created by an unknown British couture salon, and is very reminiscent of Pierre Balmain's haute couture designs circa 1955. A dressy cocktail gown from...

Extremely rare vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara cocktail dress in unworn condition with the original tags still attached! Nude illusion lace bustline and draped front. Details: Par...

1960s Bonwit Telle Pink Silk Chiffon Bias Gown w Rhinestone Embellished Straps: 3 layer construction in bias cut chiffon and crepe. Very simple flowi...

1950s Red Lace Cocktail Dress B 30 W 26 H 40 L 45

White raw silk cocktail dress with black polka dots and embroideries made of black thread, beads and black rhinestone. No fabric composition tag but the lining is made of silk. Zip ...

Classic Christian Dior afternoon dress circa early 1960s. Under dress has slip top with hook and eye closure with slight discoloration under arms with button front straight skirt. Ov...