Helen Rose Black Chiffon Gown, Circa 1950's
By Helen Rose
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous vintage long black chiffon gown by Helen Rose, from the 1950's. The gown has short cap sleeves, empire waist, a zipper up the back, and a flowing skirt.
1950's Strapless Black Sequin Evening Gown, Designer Anonymous
Located in New Hope, PA
The dress is in excellent condition, dating to the 1950's. There are no size tags so please check the measurements .
Red bustier Ball gown Circa 1950's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red bustier Ball gown. No fabric composition tag but probably polyester. Boned. Zip closure on the middle back. Bow on the middle back with one snap underneath. Stiff tulle petticoat...
Vintage 1950's Black Floral Beaded Gown Size 8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown features a floral beaded pattern a top a mesh fabric and sleeveless design. There is a center back zipper closure. Excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-referen...
Vintage 1950's pink silk taupe lace night gown slip dress XS-S
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE The most beautiful vintage night gown from the 1950's - this could most definitely be worn today as an evening dress or even dressed down in the daytime.
Givenchy Haute Couture 1950’s Audrey Hepburn black evening gown
By Givenchy
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Givenchy Haute Couture 1950’s Audrey Hepburn black dress, serial number under the tag, it can fit 36 FR up to 40 FR, US 2 up to US 6
1950's Mollie Parnis Black Gown with Illusion Beaded Sleeve
By Mollie Parnis
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950's Mollie Parnis black rayon and chiffon long sleeve gown with unique asymmetrical shear chiffon and beading shoulder.
1950's Green & Chartreuse Two Piece Beaded Gown Size 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown is composed of two beaded pieces in green and chartreuse hues. There are zipper closures. In great vintage condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for person...
Vintage 1950's Aqua Sequin Cocktail Gown Size 8 10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage design is composed of sequins in aqua and turquoise hues. Features a center back zipper closure. In vintage condition, sold "AS-IS" discoloration/ wear to sequins and f...
Orange lace evening dress mermaid gown Ballet INC Circa 1950's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange lace evening dress mermaid gown with belt. Zip closure on the left side.Belt with snap closure.Silk lining inside the top and skirt lining for the bottom. Stiff fabric in the ...
Eleanor Garnett Vintage Silver Satin Gown w/ Red Waist, 1950's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This a lovely and collectible vintage gown from Eleanor Garnett. It is made of a a heavy silver satin and has a red panel at the waist that is decorated with metal embroidery and bea...
Sybil Connelly 1950's Periwinkle Pleated Linen Gown And Stole
By Sybil Connolly
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dusty periwinkle gown and stole by 'Dublin's Dior', Sybil Connolly. Connolly's first Haute Couture line in 1957 showcased pieces made from Irish textiles, and in particular, she beca...
MAXWELL SHIEFF 1950's Pink Heavily Embellished Drape Gown Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Maxwell Shieff gown is composed of a pink embellished silk, with rhinestone and bead applique. There is a center back zipper and drape. In excellent vintage condition. **P...
Vintage 1950's Iridescent Peach Stretch Wool Knit Gown Size 4-8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage gown is composed of a sequin stretch wool knit in a mauve hue with iridescent and peach sequins. Features beaded fringe and detachable mesh side accent. There is a zipp...
Vintage 1950s Susan Small Gown
By Susan Small
Located in London, GB
A headturning evening gown from the 1950s by Susan Small. The dress has an olive /grey background with multi colour horizontal bands., and has a square neckline , cap sleaves and a ...
1950's long navy blue embroidered evening ball gown in tulle
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1950's long navy blue embroidered evening dress in tulle
1950's Cream Silk Couture Gown and Wrap with Bows Size 0 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown and wrap are composed of an off white, cream hued silk. Features a gathered bodice with pleated full skirt. There is interior boning and zipper closures. The wrap has a gat...
ELEANORA GARNETT 1950's Silver Silk Gown with Red Embellished Waist Size 2
By Eleanora Garnett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Eleanora Garnett gown is composed of a silver silk with a red embellished waist. Features a darted style bust. There is a side zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. (...
1950's Aqua Floral Watercolor Gown with Hi-Lo Skirt Size 2-4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown is composed of an aqua and white fabric with a watercolor flower motif. Features a high - low skirt. There is a center back zipper closure. (photographed with crinoline, n...
JEWELS Vintage 1950's Iridescent Beaded Gown Wedding Size 8-12
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of a embellished silk with iridescent beading and sequins in a floral pattern. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **...
Vintage 1950's Green Tulle Strapless Evening Gown Lace Evening Dress UK 6 US 2
Located in Nashville, TN
A phenomenal piece to behold, this original 1950's evening gown, rendered in forest green tulle, sea green lace and lined in fern green rayon, accented by delicate silver claw set rh...
1950S Cream Champagne Silk Jacquard Crisscross Bodice Gown
Located in New York, NY
1950S Cream Champagne Silk Jacquard Crisscross Bodice Gown
Vintage 1950s Tulle One-Shoulder Gown
Located in New York, NY
This absolutely stunning vintage 1950s tulle one-shoulder gown is unmatched in its romantic drama, and completely unique— you won't find another one like it.
VINTAGE 1950s TULLE ONE-SHOULDER GOWN
Located in New York, NY
This absolutely stunning vintage 1950s tulle one-shoulder gown is unmatched in its romantic drama, and completely unique— you won't find another one like it.
1950's Lanvin Brown Evening Dress
By Jeanne Lanvin, Lanvin Paris
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Lanvin brown evening gown from the 1950's. The empire waist dress features spaghetti straps and a fitted satin bodice with an oversized bow on the front.
1950s Ceil Chapman Floral Silk Gown with Back Cape
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Dramatic and bright, this incredible Ceil Chapman evening dress from the 1950s has it all: drama, draping, Hi-low hemline, flattering capped sleeve, fitted shape with appliqué bow, c...
1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined Cocktail Gown
Located in New York, NY
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 C...
1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown
By Helena Barbieri
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown: A sensual original design features a floral motif beaded and jeweled bodice in a subtle and appealing style a...
1950S Golden Yellow Rayon & Nylon Tulle Strapless Gown With Flowers
Located in New York, NY
1950S Golden Yellow Rayon & Nylon Tulle Strapless Gown With Flowers
1950S Navy Blue Silk & Lace Strapless Gown With Trumpet Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1950S Navy Blue Silk & Lace Strapless Gown With Trumpet Skirt
1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
In Very good condition for the age however with garments over half a century old like this minor flaws are to be expected. 1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Stra...
1950S Lipstick Red Silk Organza Solid Sequin Beaded Column Gown
Located in New York, NY
Custom made for Rat Pack era Opera & lounge singer Vivian Della Chiesa who sang in Miami with Sinatra and was a featured performer at the Waldorf Astoria New York 1950S Lipstick Red ...
Beautiful 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Beaded Blue Silk Taffeta Gown
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue gown! Stunning rich blue color, heavily beaded on front and back of bodice.
Vintage 1950s Arnold Scaasi Floral Print Silk Gown Women's XS
By Arnold Scaasi, Arnold Scaasi Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950s Arnold Scaasi Floral print silk dress. Rich hue print in marigold, magenta, purple and green. Perfect for any event. XS/ Very Small. Bust: 32 inches/ Waist: 24 inches ** some...
1950’s Ceil Chapman Black Crepe Crossover Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in London, GB
A beautifully cut mid 1950s little black dress by celebrated American designer Ceil Chapman, known for her exceptional draping and figure-enhancing silhouettes. The bodice features a...
1950s Cobalt & Black Silk Satin Floral Brocade Gown w Draped Bodice & Fishtail
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Cobalt & Black Silk Satin Floral Brocade Gown w Draped Bodice & Fishtail: From Ransohoff's of San Francisco, the premier high-fashion women's specialty store so well remembere...
1950s Kay Selig Bronze Floral Print Satin Gown w Gathered Bust & Train
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Kay Selig Bronze Floral Print Satin Gown w Gathered Bust & Train: Heavy slipper satin gown w folded bustline, large, extravagant bustled bow at back.
Vintage 1950's silver pleated organza sweetheart dress 1950s dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
This spectacular 1950's silver toned silk organza pleated dress is the perfect piece for your cocktail wardrobe. The strapless cut of the dress is accented by a sweetheart neckline,...
THERESE French Shop 1950s Three Dimensional Floral Bodice Black Silk Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THERESE French Shop, 1950s three dimensional floral bodice gown in black silk with velvet trim on flowers.
Vintage 1950s Black Evening Gown with Iridescent Green & Blue Leaf Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage gown is composed of a black silk with a leaf motif in metallic hues of blue and green. The dress features a fitted bodice with flared skirt. There are center back button...
1950S FONTANA COUTURE Black & White Silk Dupioni Tiered Skirt Gown With Velvet
Located in New York, NY
in good condition however the bodice shows pin holes where the dress was taken in and then let back out with a new zipper. 1950S FONTANA COUTURE Black & White Silk Dupioni Tiered Ski...
Vintage 1950's Suzy Perette Black Cocktail Dress 1950s Silk Dress UK 6 US 2
By Suzy Perette
Located in Nashville, TN
This collectible 1950's Suzy Perette faille silk dress, rendered in a deep black silk, is the perfect piece to add to your collection. The bateau cut neckline is framed by mid leng...
1950S BALENCIAGA Style Ivory & Brown Silk Duchess Satin Gown With Elaborate Gol
Located in New York, NY
The bodice is beaded and embroidered with a skillful array of beads, crystals, and gold thread work in the style of Dior's famous Palmyre gown, although dare we say the skill level o...
Incredible Vintage Rose Taft 1950s Style Black + Brown Lace + Silk Taffeta Gown
By ROSE TAFT
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely gorgeous vintage ROSE TAFT black and brown 1950s 50s style couture strapless gown! Features a full brown silk satin gown, with an attached black silk French lace overlay.
$1,276Sale Price|20% Off
XS Beautiful 1950s White Tulle Demi Couture Strapless Vintage 50s Tiered Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutley breathtaking 1950s demi couture white strapless tulle gown, or wedding dress !
Vintage 1950's coral tulle dress 1950's layered tulle sweetheart UK 4 US 0
Located in Nashville, TN
A favourite! This original 1950's tulle dress in the most breathtaking shade of coral tulle, embellished with trailing silk velvet and rayon corsage flowers, is a truly breathtaking ...
$1,265Sale Price|24% Off
Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...
Pink damask bustier cocktail dress Circa 1950's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
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...
Black Silk Velvet Imperialist Chandelier Bead and Passementerie Gown–XS-S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown that would be right at home sledding through the steppes or attending the Mariinsky Theater, this regal dress literally drips with understated glamour. Eye-catching thanks to ...
1950’s Grey & Yellow Silk Ballgown Dress With Gloves
Located in London, GB
This sensational 1950’s silk satin gown in pale grey showcases some magnificent construction and is of incredible quality.
Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in San Diego, CA
WOW! This vintage Mr. Blackwell Custom dress is OUT OF THIS WORLD! This is quite possible the best Mr. Blackwell piece I have ever seen! Dating from the late 1950s/ early 1960s, this...
Madame Grès Haute Couture Pleated White Gown Personal Archive, c. 1950s
By Madame Gres
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Madame Grès pleated white haute couture gown, circa 1950s — a true museum-worthy piece from the personal archive of Alix Grès, and an exceptionally rare numbered défilé prototype.
1950s Dorothy McNab Gold Lame & White Silk Sari-Inspired Gown w Waterfall Back
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Dorothy McNab Gold Lame & White Silk Sari-Inspired Gown w Draped Attached Waterfall Back, and Incredible Princess Seamed Bodice.
Cahill Vintage 1950s Ivory Organdy Off-Shoulder Wedding Gown with Lace
Located in Kingston, NY
An exquisite mid-century wedding gown by Cahill of Beverly Hills, likely dating to the mid-to-late 1950s.
Ceil Chapman Off Shoulder Silk Velvet Vintage Gown Black Dress Circa 1950s SM
By Ceil Chapman
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Simply gorgeous 1950's Ceil Chapman black velvet off-the-shoulder gown!
Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown
By Boutique by Miss Ruth, Miss Ruth
Located in San Diego, CA
Breathtaking 1950s black wool knit couture fully sequined and paillete full length evening wiggle dress! This gem was made in Hong Kong, with the sought-after "Boutique by Miss Ruth"...
$1,396Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Demi Couture Light Blue Cinderella Silk Chiffon Taffeta 3/4 Sleeves Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Have your Cinderella moment in this beautiful 1950s light blue silk chiffon and taffeta evening gown dress !
Black Strapless Silk Chiffon Gown with Red Floral Print, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-1950's gown with a 1930's feel. Black silk chiffon with a large floral print in red and green.
1950's Violet Tulle & Velvet Ball Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a gorgeous and striking, 1950's vintage, violet tulle and velvet ball gown.
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1950's Brown Ombre Chiffon Strapless Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage tea-length gown dates to the 1950's and is made of brown ombre chiffon.
1950's Tulle Ball Gown with Ombre Treatment
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this extraordinarily beautiful, 1950's vintage tulle ball gown with ombre treatment in hues of pale blue, powder blue, to ultramarine blue/violet blue.
1950's Two-Toned Turquoise Taffeta Strapless Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an exquisite and alluring, 1950's vintage, two-toned turquoise, taffeta, strapless gown with a fitted bodice trimmed with a tulle ruffle, a gracefully draped skirt with ruchi...
Floral Evening Gown w/ Elaborate Beadwork - 1950's
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a beautiful floral evening gown from the 1950's. This vintage masterpiece is a silk chiffon sleeveless gown in colors of white, purple, mustard yellow, pink and teal.
1950's Nettie Rosenstein Lace Evening Gown
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Bustown Modern is so proud to present this stunning 1950's Nettie Rosenstein lace evening gown. A spectacular find in excellent vintage condition.
1950's White Lace & Embroidered Tulle Floor Length Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this lovely and fanciful, 1950's vitnage, lace and embroidered tulle ball gown, possibly used as a debutante's cotillion ball gown or perhaps as a wedding gown.
1950's Unusual Brown & Pink Gown with Interesting Details
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a very unusual 1950's vintage, brown and pink taffeta gown designed by Perullo for David Hart, Inc.
Belgian 1950's Ruched Silk Jersey Gown
Located in Topanga, CA
This mermaid forrest green dress is ruched throughout. It has been manufactured by hand with precise detailing. It features clear lucite teardrop beads sewn down the body and a net b...
1950's Organza Ball Gown with Floral Detailing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage anonymous ball gown dates to the 1950's and is made of multiple layers of cream silk organza.
1950's Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Ball Gown
Located in London, GB
Striking 1950's ball gown in red silk chiffon. The dress features a ruched boned bodice and a gold sequin embellished rose on the left hand side which holds a scarf that crosses over...
1950’s Emerald Green Satin Ball Gown with Petal Skirt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fabulous 1950’s ball gown is made from emerald green satin.
1950's Strapless Gown with Novelty Print & Sequined Embellishment
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a festive, fanciful, and unusual 1950's, strapless gown of viridian green and black in a novelty print depicting guitars, sombreros, swords, and wine bottles and embellished ...
Late 1950's Black Chiffon Gown with Sweetheart Neckline
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an elegant and figure flattering, late 1950's, black chiffon cocktail dress or gown with a sweetheart neckline, a shear chiffon bodice with a peter pan collar, three-quarter ...
1950's Elegant Muted Pink & Black Velvet Gown with Bolero Jacket
Located in Oradell, NJ
The fabric alone gives the gown a touch of luxury not usually seen in 1950's ball gowns.
Vintage 1950's Ceil Chapman Black & Pink Lace Strapless Peplum Hourglass Gown
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This is such a seductive and dramatic 1950's evening gown from the iconic Ceil Chapman designer label.
Showstopping 1950's Nan Duskin Black and White Organza and Lace Gown
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Absolutely stunning 1950s organza and lace gown. Truly gorgeous and fit for a queen and is certainly the embodiment of old Hollywood glamour!
1950's Jacques Griffe Haute Couture Champagne Strapless Bustier Hourglass Gown
By Jacques Griffe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly magnificent and highly coveted Jacques Griffe haute couture champagne liquid silk satin hourglass bustier gown dating back to the early 1950's. From 1936 to 1939 Jacques Grif...
Frank Starr Black Sequined Gown, 1950s
By Frank Starr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage gown from Frank Starr likely dates to the late 1950’s to early 1960’s and is made of black crepe with black sequins sewn in a squiggle pattern that diminishes in density from...
1950's Anne Verdi Couture Green & Yellow Silk Winged-Bust Hourglass Trained Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely gorgeous 1950's olive green and yellow silk satin gown designed by Anne Verdi of New York.
1950s Mr. Blackwell Black Sequined Bombshell Gown
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage gown from Mr. Blackwell dates to the 1950's through early 1960's and is fully covered in black and fuchsia sequins.
Important 1950's Emilio Schuberth Italian Couture Under The Sea Motif Satin Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An important and absolutely magnificent Emilio Schuberth Italian couture ocean aquatic motif ivory satin gown dating back to 1951. A Met Gala worthy look! This breathtaking dress was...
1950's Irene Lentz Couture 'Old Hollywood' Teal Green Draped Silk Goddess Gown
By Irene Lentz
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An incredibly ethereal and ultra rare Irene Lentz custom couture vibrant teal green silk chiffon goddess gown dating back to her 1958 collection. Irene Lentz stunned the world in th...
1950s Norell Mermaid Gown
By Norman Norell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is it !!! Can you beat it ? Most fabulous and classic Norell evening gown in the all over sequins style that he is most well known for. The original label of Traina-Norell shows...
1950's Howard Greer Couture Red Roses Print Silk Strapless High-Low Gown & Shawl
By Howard Greer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly breathtaking and ultra rare Howard Greer custom couture 'Old Hollywood" red rose silk strapless high-low gown with matching over-sized shawl dating back to the early 1950's.
Ben Reig 1950s Black Silk Chiffon Dress Gown
Located in New York, NY
Ben Reig 1950s Black Silk Chiffon fit and flare gown. Boning at bodice.
Givency Couture 1950s Printed Devoré Silk Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown has spectacular architectural details beginning with the plissé detail under the right arm to the dramatic 11 angle of the back shoulder. The draping on the skirt cowls to...
Ceil Chapman 1950s Ice Blue Pintucked Gown
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Oradell, NJ
This Ceil Chapman 1950's creation, is one of the most amazing, couture-like gowns, that I have had the priviledge of finding and purchasing.
1950s/1960s Gold and Black Low-back Tapestry Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
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 going down to the was it.
HARVEY BERIN KAREN STARK 1950S BALL GOWN US 4
By Harvey Berin
Located in New York City, NY
One of a kind 1950s silk gown from Harvey Berin and Karen Stark.
1950s Mingolini Guggenheim Rich Brown Hand-Beaded Evening Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an incredibly stunning evening gown and matching jacket from Mingolini Guggeheim. A strapless a-line evening gown is done in rich mocha brown lace, heavily hand-beaded and se...
1950s Green Cotton Summer Gown w/ Ethnic Ribbon Detail
Located in Bozeman, MT
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Late 1950s Yves Saint Laurent for Christian Dior Ball Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite burgundy silk satin and gold brocade ball gown is labeled "Christian Dior Made in England by C.D.Models." This orchid pattern, off the shoulder dress, has a ...
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1950's Ceil Chapman Beaded Party Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage dress from Ceil Chapman dates to the 1950's and is made of marigold chiffon with all-over gold bugle beading. Fitted throughout. Lined. Center back zipper. Detached beade...
1950's Maxwell Shieff Appliqued Cocktail Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely lovely cocktail dress from Beverly Hills boutique Maxwell Shieff is made out of black silk taffeta. The bodice and skirt feature 3-D cut velvet appliques that are densely...
1950's Periwinkle Blue Debutante Prom Dress
Located in Toronto, ON
This formal vintage party dress, by Cotillion Originals, would be perfect for prom or a special spring event. The dress is made of beautiful layers of ruched periwinkle blue netting ...
1950's Pauline Trigere Cocktail Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in New York, NY
1950's Pauline Trigere cocktail dress. Stunning silver metallic brocade detail. Grey black color. Full skirt, fully lined, zipper up the back, and pockets! * This dress originally...
Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Bustown Modern is so pleased to offer this exceedingly rare 1950's Pierre Cardin dress. 1950s Cardin is nearly impossible to find! Luxe, heavyweight wool crepe with genuine ermine...
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1950's French vampish black crepe sheath
Located in Newark, DE
Superb and vampish this wrapping black crepe sheath beautifully cut and draped around the narrow waistband ,Raglan 3/4 sleeves, unlined, France 1950's. Approx. US size 4, EU 36 ...
Rare 1950's Jean Dessès Haute Couture Bias Button Dress
By Jean Dessès
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional and rare, circa 1950’s Jean Dessès haute couture bias buttoned evening dress in a black cotton toile. Excellent Vintage Condition. Bust: 30” Waist: 24” Hip: 32’” Leng...
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1950's SUZY PERETTE Bouffant cocktail dress
Located in Newport Beach, CA
1950's SUZY PERETTE Bouffant cocktail dress inspired by Christian Dior's New Look. This adorable dress features a wonderful color combination with a golden taffeta full skirt, and...
1950s Curiel Couture Pleated Purple Silk Chiffon Strapless Bustier Goddess Gown
By Gigliola Curiel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A simply stunning and incredibly timeless Gigliola Curiel Italian couture heavy pleated royal purple silk chiffon gown dating back to the mid 1950's. Curiel is an important Italian h...
1950's Black Embroidered Organza Strapless Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * black organza * acetate lining * white floral embroidery * satin ribbon woven in skirt * metal back zipper condition | excellent fits like m/l ...
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Vintage 1950's Dorothy O'Hara Dress
By Dorothy O'Hara
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe * lace bodice * acetate lining * wiggle fit * metal back zipper * by Dorothy O'Hara condition | excellent fits like m lengt...
1950's Black Strapless Beaded Cocktial Dress
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a strikingly beautiful black satin strapless cocktail dress with a straight, tightly fitted skirt, slight empire waistline and beautifully pleated bodice with black velvet ac...
Archival 1950s Custom Couture Beaded Jeweled Ivory Silk Hourglass Back-Bow Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous, highly coveted archival 1950's ivory crème silk-faille gown, the detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in mo...
Archival 1950s Lanvin Haute Couture Watercolor Floral Silk Print Full-Skirt Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptionally rare and highly coveted Jeanne Lanvin Castillo haute couture watercolor floral gown dating back to the early 1950's. According to two fashion experts, this designer ...
1950's Marabou Feather and Chiffon Cocktail Dress
Located in US
1950's Marabou Feather and Chiffon Cocktail Dress Excellent Condition Metal Zipper Snap at shoulder Panels of marabou trimmed chiffon make up the skirt Gorgeous!! Measurements: Shou...
1950's Ceil Chapman Polka Dot Cocktail Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in New York, NY
1950's Ceil Champman knockout cocktail dress! Features velvet detail, velvet belt, and boning at the bust. Three layered full skirt. White and black polka dot. Extremely wearable yet...
1950's Vintage Hattie Red Tiered Ruffle Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This 1950's vintage piece from Hattie is presented in red with a v neck and several tiers of red ruffle. It has a zip up and eye hook closure and built in shoulder pads. Size and f...
1950s 'Old Hollywood' Custom Couture Black & Orange Silk Hourglass Gown w/ Cape
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An important and truly breathtaking one-of-a-kind gown ensemble custom made for Yma Sumac, dating back to the mid 1950's.
1950's MAINBOCHER Draped black silk cocktail dress
By Mainbocher
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Great condition, 1950's MAINBOCHER, draped, and pleated, black silk cocktail dress. Gorgeous, draped detailing at the front bust with draped, right cap sleeve. Satin ribbon wai...
1950's black sequin and taffeta tea length evening dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Featured is a black sequin and taffeta evening dress. It is sleeveless, with a black sequin shelf bust. It has a tea length taffeta skirt and a red tulle underskirt. Fully lined wi...
1950's Anonymous couture hand-beaded cocktail dress
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Great condition, 1950's, anonymous couture, hand-beaded cocktail dress. Absolutely stunning, black cocktail dress featuring, all-over, embellished, lattice design created with jet...
Vintage 1950’s I. Magnin Dress with Jewel Cabochon Embellished Neckline
By I. Magnin
Located in US
I. Magnin 1950's Vintage dress featured in a robins egg light blue with a faux moonstone jewel-embellished neckline, pintucked skirt, and a back zipper fastening. Jewels are set in g...
Vintage 1950's Suzy Perette Metallic Halter Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * black taffeta * metallic floral stitching * halter neck * boning in bodice * full skirt * metal back zipper * by Suzy Perette condition | excellen...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...
Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
$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...
$500
Size: vintage 12; comparable to size M
Dove Gray A-Line Shift Dress with Bead-Crusted Neckline and Pockets - M, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Perfect for brunch, weddings and cocktail parties, this heavyweight linen dress combines crisp geometry with masterful but discrete beading. Its Mod fingertip pockets and gentle A-li...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk V Neck Sleeveless Gown
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk sleeveless gown with v neck satin lapel. Size: 40italy, fit size 6 US Perfect for wedding or rehearsal dinner. Measurement flat: Bust : 36”/ empire wa...
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Water Mill, NY
An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...
New Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2008 Size 40 / US 8 Black Silk Strapless Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT Spring 2008 black silk strapless dress! Features intricate interior corset boning that holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the sid...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
1970s Lori Till White + Pink Lightweight Cotton Lace Vintage Boho 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Ftastic 1970s LORI TILL white, pink, and ivory lightweight cotton and lace maxi dress! Features a luxurious soft textured white cotton with ivory lace down the bodice and at the skir...
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
John Galliano Lavender Medium-Weight Wool Crepe Trousers
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
John Galliano's classic and elegant high-waisted medium-weight lavender wool crepe combined with 3% spandex for that perfect fit where needed measures 41 1/2" in total length...
$950
Size: Small - Small Medium
1950s Fred Perlberg Beautiful Robins Egg Blue Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress
By Fred Perlberg, Fred Perlberg Originals
Located in San Diego, CA
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...
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.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
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Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.
Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.