Bay Area - Evening Dresses and Gowns

A deep forest-green dress by Azzedine Alaïa, dating to approximately 1992. Cut close through the bodice with extra long sleeves and a high, simple neckline, the dress opens into a so...

A Pierre Balmain haute couture halter dress made from black velvet with a small, raised triangular pattern that gives the surface a textured, almost faceted look. A diamanté rhinesto...

A black ankle length velvet dress by Halston from Fall 1976 as seen on the runway. This dress features an asymmetrical neckline and long sleeves that widen slightly at the cuff, givi...

Dolce and Gabbana metallic ruched cocktail dress in a bronzy gold with black straps. Back zip and hook and loop closure. 46% polyamide, 32% polyester, 12% elastane, 10% silk. Made ...

This Zandra Rhodes dress combines soft black jersey with hand-painted silk worked into the bodice. The painted panel sits over a sheer neckline and is framed with small beaded tassel...

Louis Feraud 1970s haute couture light brown lace dress in a 1920s style drop waist silhouette. Amazing embroidered lace and hand finished seam allowa...

Lily Samii blue and white strapless silk gown with abstract circle pattern throughout in bright and navy blues. Draped chiffon panel at front. Side front slit behind drape. Boning a...

Alexander McQueen sleeveless dress with white draped bodice and black bottom with attached belt at hip. Circa 2013. Below the knee l...

Oscar de la Renta metallic gold sequin fitted sleeveless party dress. The sequins switch direction in spots, forming a polka dot pattern. The perfect holiday dress! Back zip and hook...

Alexander McQueen black sleeveless drop waist dress with deep v back and black and pink silk bands at dropped waist. From the 2008 collection created as a tribute to McQueen's mentor...

This phenomenal dress by Yohji Yamamoto, dating to 1990, is made from a jet-black, densely woven tropical-weight wool gabardine. It’s the kind of piece that usually only shows up in ...

Oscar de la Renta brown pencil dress with raw edged ruffle trim. Grosgrain trim circles the bodice. Boned at bodice for shape. Back zip and hook and eye. Seen in another color in L...

Christian Lacroix vintage black full length wrap dress with gold embellishment at one strap. Fastens closed at other strap and wraps with belt and snap at waist. Patch pockets at fr...

Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...

A rare Atelier Versace couture mini dress from the Spring/Summer 1998 runway collection, made of lustrous silk with a sleek, body-skimming silhouette. The piece is cut sleeveless w...

Yves Saint Laurent strapless cocktail dress from 1998 as seen on the fall runway. Made in black with an asymmetrical wrap front that ties at the hip, the dress reveals an inset of me...

Striking persimmon orange linen dress from the 1990's designed by Thierry Mugler. Designed with an asymmetric silhouette featuring a single delicate spaghetti strap on one side and a...

A very rare 1950’s Pedro Rodriguez haute couture dress, made of fluid black silk jersey. The design demonstrates Rodriguez’s skilled approach to draping, with an asymmetric neckline ...

Christian Dior pink and yellow tassel pendant print dress from the spring 2008 collection. Draped detail creates volume at waist and a bow like flourish at side. Side zip and hook an...

Thierry Mugler black cocktail dress from 1997. Draped and gathered to create a wrap effect around the body, the dress emphasizes natural lines while maintaining Mugler’s signature sc...

Extremely rare Jacqueline de Ribes evening gown dating to 1985. Entirely hand-finished, the construction reflects the level of craftsmanship one would expect from haute couture. Desi...

Lilli Diamond 1970s bright red shift dress with huge satiny bow at shoulder. Base shift is made of a taffeta like fabric with a crinkly crepe covering, and a second layer of crepe fo...

Amazing Alexander McQueen floaty silk strapless dress in a blue and white paisley with a few soft pinkish-red accents throughout, circa 2008. Soft pleats at bust, skirt hangs in sepa...

Avant-garde black wool knit dress designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme des Garçons Fall/Winter 2002 collection. The piece has a deconstructed, layered look that frequently used in Kawa...

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...

Geoffrey Beene textured silk strapless empire waist long evening dress. Amazing warm apricot color, and beautiful texturing of the silk. Back center slit. Built in boned structuring ...

Stunning, jet-black and gold sequined gown with layered asymmetrical silk mousseline skirt designed by Loris Azzaro dating to the late 1970's. This dress is stunning. The bodice is f...

Celine by Phoebe Philo, Pre-Fall 2015 Very rare knit dress in marled cinnamon and black designed by Phoebe Philo. The textile is a lightweight fine-gauge knit with a soft, fluid fee...

This stunning 1971 Loris Azzaro haute couture gown is made from taupe jersey with soft gathers under the bust that give it a clean, elongated shape. The neckline, waist, and cuffs ar...

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...

Rare and striking Gianni Versace runway dress from Spring of 2003. The front is cut in a simple, body-skimming sheath silhouette, made in a highly stretchy black fabric that molds pe...

Jean Paul Gaultier Femme blue maxi dress with trench coat detailing. Thin straps can be unsnapped at back to create a criss-cross or halter style. Bu...

Rare Alexander McQueen vintage 2000s black leather fringe dress with beaded straps that travel the full length of the dress. Deep v back. Back zip...

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

Rare Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière black jersey dress from the Fall 2000 runway collection. The dress is cut in a fluid asymmetric silhouette that twists and drapes across the bod...

1980s Bob Mackie black evening gown featuring an abstract floral motif in glass bugle beading, sequin, and rhinestone. The bodice has a sweetheart neckline, narrow velvet and sequin ...

Very rare, black lace dress with blush pink lining and molded busier designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1993. This is a very collectible and highly documented piece. Lace...

Jet-black beaded and micro-sequined mini dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1996. Dress is labeled a size S. Length is approximately 33"...

Very rare, jet-black dress with elasticized waist and draped bodice from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1984 exactly as seen on the runway. Labeled a size 'S'. Approximate measurements...

1986 Azzedine Alaïa hooded runway dress Extremely rare and highly collectible hooded runway dress designed by Azzedine Alaïa dating to 1986. This design is one of Alaïa’s most iconi...

YSL dusty pink silk floor-length dress, very much in the style of 1930s glamour. Back zipper. 100% silk, made in France. Size F38, which generally equates to a US size small. Thi...

1960s Helen Rose full-length evening gown in a cream silk chiffon featuring ornate beadwork and embroidery with pearls, glass beads, and brass decoration. Beading is along the bottom...

Very rare, black lace knit dress from Azzedine Alaia dating to around 2010 . Labeled a size S. Approximate measurements (unstretched): bust 30",...

Azzedine Alaïa, 1985 A rare black long sleeve gown from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1985 collection, made in his signature stretch knit. The long, body-skimming silhouette is defined with poin...

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

Rare 1972 Ossie Clark for Quorum Black Moss-Crepe "Cuddly" dress A rare and striking 1970s Ossie Clark “Cuddly” dress from the iconic Quorum line. Made from Ossie Clark’s signature ...

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

Dramatic, black wrap style dress with raised neckline designed by Jean Paul Gaultier dating to the late 1990's. Label a French size 36. Approximate measurements: bust 34", waist 28-2...

Custom made late 1950s to early 1960s gold and black chenille foliage tapestry gown with a semi-plunge neckline and an extremely low plunge backline g...

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...

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

Extremely elegant and rare 1960’s James Galanos strapless black wool gown. The silhouette is sleek and architectural, cut close to the body with precise tailoring that highlights Gal...

Gorgeous, cream, tulip shaped dress with silver toned two-way zipper from Azzedine Alaia. No size is indicated however it best fits a size 4 or slim 6 (33" max bust). Approximate mea...

Bias cut dress with a single swathe of darkest brown jersey forming a hooded bodice dating to 1984. Well documented piece. Very flattering seams. 'Hood' can be draped for a more conv...

1990s Versace Dress w/ Handkerchief Chiffon Hem. Back zip closure. Versace stamped rings on shoulder straps. Padded inner bodice provides support.

1990s Donald Deal Black Knit and Satin Dress. Also features a slight train, rhinestone embellishments, and bias cut skirt

GIORGIO ARMANI dress top in a black fabric featuring a bustier style, ruched appearance, sweetheart neckline, and side zipper closure.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor signs of we...

Rare Azzedine Alaïa “Plissé Abeille” Hand-Pleated Dress Exceptionally rare black “Plissé Abeille” dress by Azzedine Alaïa, made in Alaia's signature sculpting knit with intricate ha...

Vintage 1960s little black dress by Lanz Originals for Bullock's of Wilshire Collegienne department. Crossover wrap detail at back. fastens with snaps, hook and eye, and four cloth ...

Stunning vintage Roberta Di Camerino maxi dress. Iconic Di Camerino Trompe L'oiel design. Faux wrap neckline. Vibrant red and pinkish salmo...