Blue sequin evening dress DONNA KARAN New
By Donna Karan
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue sequin evening dress. Main fabric composition: 96% polyester, 4% spandex. Lining composition
Blue sequin evening dress DONNA KARAN New
By Donna Karan
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue sequin evening dress. Main fabric composition: 96% polyester, 4% spandex. Lining composition
Late 1980s Donna Karan Sheer Black Stretch Knit Sequin Embellished Tank Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This sheer black Donna Karan tank dress from late 1980s is crafted from stretch knit and entirely
1990s Donna Karan Black Sequin Hanky Hem Cocktail Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Sexy and glitzy Donna Karan silk cocktail dress fully encrusted in small jet black beads that catch
1990s Donna Karan Charcoal Grey Sheer and Sequin Cocktail Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very chic Donna Karan cocktail dress from the 1990s. Sheer charcoal grey sleeves and yoke that give
Purple sequin cocktail dress wrapped on the bust Donna Karan
By Donna Karan
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple sequin cocktail dress wrapped on the bust . Main fabric composition ( the base for sequin
Donna Karan 1990s Vintage Black Silk Knit Sequin Cocktail Dress Size S
By Donna Karan
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
highly wearable 1990s designer cocktail dress — effortlessly sophisticated, unmistakably Donna Karan.
Sleeveless sequin cocktail dress DKNYC
By Donna Karan
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless sequin (mix white, silver and copper) cocktail dress Main fabric composition: 92
Donna Karan Vintage 1990s 90s Black Sequin High Rise Tapered Evening Dress Pants
By Donna Karan
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare pair of vintage Donna Karan black sequin trousers dating to the early-to-mid 1990s
Donna Karan Vintage Navy Blue Sequin Plunging Stretch Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Donna Karan Vintage Navy Blue Sequin Plunging Stretch Dress This is so pretty , it is much
Donna Karan Vintage Dull Gold Sequin Long Sleeve Evening Dress with Sheer Back
By Donna Karan
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Donna Karan New York Vintage Bronze Sequin Long Sleeve Evening Dress with Sheer Back. NWT This is
90s Donna Karan Gold Sequin Embellished Wrap Gown
By Donna Karan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Goddess style wrap gown with golden sequins. Wraps at neck. Fully lined with beautiful drape
1990s Vintage Donna Karan 2pc Cashmere Silk Evening Dress W Sequins & Cardigan
By Donna Karan
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage Donna Karan 3 piece evening ensemble includes a 2 piece vintage dress with an open
Donna Karan Sequin Jersey Abstract Magenta/White Floral Print Dress Size 8
By Donna Karan
Located in Palm Desert, CA
What a beautiful dress from Donna Karan New York. (NOT DKNY!) a beautifully fitting dress in a poly
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Size: Small, also fits Medium
DONNA KARAN 90's vintage silk sequin mini dress bride bridal wedding
By Donna Karan
Located in Leonardo, NJ
great for bride bridal wedding festivities Donna Karan Vintage Early to Mid 1990's Beige color with
Pale pink sequin evening dress Donna Karan (New)
By Donna Karan
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink sequin evening dress. Shel and lining fabric composition: 100% polyester. Invisible zip
Donna Karan Navy Sequin Strapless Gown
By Donna Karan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Donna Karen Navy Sequin Strapless Gown - 6 This spectacular fully navy sequin gown is lined with a
Donna Karan New York 'Naked' Dress Black Sheer Knit Sequins 90s Vintage Size P
By Donna Karan
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Donna Karan New York "naked" dress, likely made in the 90s. Similar to
Beautiful 1990s Vintage Donna Karan Canary Yellow Beaded Sequin Silk Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Donna Karan canary yellow beaded silk dress! Thin spaghetti straps, with a figure
Donna Karan Cashmere Blend Sequin Halter Evening Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in Henrico, VA
Glimmer and glisten at your next cocktail gathering with this show stopper cashmere-blend sequin
Donna Karan Vintage Brown Cashmere Sequin Halter Dress with Plunging Back
By Donna Karan
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Donna Karan Vintage 1990's Cashmere Silk Plunging Brown Sequin Dress Size S Bust 34" Waist 30
Donna Karan Vintage Cocktail Dress w Leather and Metal Fish Scale Sequin Detail
By Donna Karan
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Donna Karan Vintage Cocktail Dress w Leather and Metal Fish Scale Sequin Details This is so
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 12 Navy Blue White Silk 80s Jumpsuit 1980s Nautical
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 80s GEOFFREY BEENE navy blue and white long sleeve silk jumpsuit ! Features a luxurious double sided silk. Buttons up the front with hidden hook-and-eye closure at top b...
Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Super flattering, and utterly jaw dr...
Christian Dior Low Back Silk Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous off white silk dress from Christian Dior 2012 collection. It has a full skirt, waistband and 2 straps crossing the back attaching to the dress with hidden buttons. The dr...
$840Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Diego, CA
From the queen of dressing First Ladies, comes this wonderfully chic 1970s vintage MOLLIE PARNIS blue and white nautical linen/cotton dress ! Features the perfect linen/cotton blend ...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
$245Sale Price|34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Black Wool Blend Pinstripe Medusa Belted Suit
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black wool pinstripe Versace skirt suit designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this skirt suit has a matching pinstriped blazer, skirt, and...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
Revillon Sable Fur Coat for Saks Fifth Avenue
By Revillon Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an absolutely sumptuous natural brown Sable fur coat, by Revillon for Saks Fifth Avenue. This coat has a large notched collar, two front slit pockets, an open front and is ...
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA chartreuse chenille dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid, chartreuse green chenille dress with flared skirt from Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1990's. No size indicated however this will best fit a S or M. Approximate measurement...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
$445Sale Price|22% Off
Size: Refer to measurements
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Avant-Garde Hooded Dress c 21st C
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Avant-garde hooded dress The edgy boxy tunic style dress is designed with a subtle textured crinkled pattern that emulates reptile scales The unique ...
1950s Lilli Diamond Ivory Off - White French Lace Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s LILLI DIAMOND ivory French lace wiggle dress! Wonderful fit hugs the body in all the right places, and was constructed to really flattering the body. Nude illusion de...
$224Sale Price|20% Off
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Variation Vintage Fuchsia Tunic Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gorgeous unworn fuchsia tunic dress. Short sleeves. Large buttons. 2 front pockets. Unlined. Label reads Yves Saint Laurent Variation Made in France. Si...
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.