Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Stunning spring 2003 Yohji Yamamoto runway dress, exactly as seen on the runway. Made from heavyweight black cotton, the dress has a strapless column silhouette with a folded neckli...

Black cotton and floral lace dress from Junya Watanabe's 2006 collection. The dress is constructed from a mix of opaque cotton panels and sheer lace, creating a patchwork effect that...

Yohji Yamamoto Spring/Summer 2005 dress in black ramie. The fitted bodice is constructed with a padded, seamed bustier and a straight, open neckline framed by wide-set straps. Shaped...

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 silhouette with some volume th...

Yohji Yamamoto Asymmetrical Wool Dress – Runway Piece, 1980s Exceptional asymmetrical dress by Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto, originally presented on the runway in the 1980s. Cra...

Offering a bright green pleated sculptural Issey Miyake (labeled) Polyester dress and overtop. Overall length 52", length of top 29". Size M

Issey Miyake pleated dress from the Spring/Summer 1994 collection. Multicolor grid pattern executed in Miyake’s signature permanent pleatin...

A beautiful 100% silk evening dress, with attached silk 'coat' by the important Japanese Fashion Designer. Abstracted floral/sea pattern in white black pinks and blue. Sash (56" lo...

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 ...

Cream dress with floral detail designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme Des Garcons dating to the 2013 Spring/Summer collection. Dress constructed in tones of cream and ivory in a soft woo...

Circa 1950 - 1960. Japan Spectacular ceremonial Furisode kimono, Japan, circa 1950-1960. Off-white silk damask background, richly embroidered with diamond shapes filled with flowers ...

An exceptional 1970s Japanese ceremonial wedding kimono, handcrafted from vibrant vermilion red silk brocade and richly decorated with intricate hand embroidery in white, ivory, and ...

The subtlest of inventive details makes this day dress a refined standout from Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garçons. The tank top bodice inverts at the front and back, creating layer...

This 1986 black wool runway dress by Comme des Garcons is constructed with vertical box pleats that structure the body of the garment and define its shape. The silhouette remains str...

1970s Japanese Silk Wedding Uchikake Kimono with Phoenix and Peony Brocade A magnificent vintage Japanese silk wedding uchikake kimono, handcrafted in Japan circa 1970s, showcasing the timeless artistry of traditional Japanese bridal couture. Woven in luminous ivory silk and fully lined in vibrant red silk, this ceremonial bridal kimono is richly decorated with auspicious gold phoenixes (Hō-ō) soaring among lavish red, blush pink, and golden peonies, symbols of prosperity, beauty, happiness, and longevity in Japanese culture. The luxurious silk brocade is enhanced with shimmering metallic gold weaving that catches the light beautifully, creating exceptional depth and movement. The dramatic padded red hem, known as the fuki, identifies this garment as an uchikake, a formal over-kimono traditionally worn by brides during Shinto wedding ceremonies. Unlike everyday kimono, an uchikake is designed to be worn open over another kimono, allowing the richly woven textile and ceremonial motifs to be fully appreciated. The magnificent composition combines elegant phoenixes with blooming peonies and seasonal blossoms, creating a harmonious celebration of renewal, good fortune, and marital happiness. Every panel is meticulously matched, demonstrating the extraordinary craftsmanship of Japanese textile artisans. A striking collector's textile, this vintage Japanese wedding kimono...

YOHJI YAMAMOTO rare 1995 shibori dyed green black deconstructed dress S Reference: PYCN/A00062 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Designer: Yohji Yamamoto Collection: 1995 Material: Cotton Color:...

Vintage Yohji Yamamoto Black Silk quilted jacket with maxi skirt. Jacket lined in wool. Very Elegant and understated set. Perfect for evening cocktail event for winter. Skirt has ...

Vintage Yohji Yamamoto Michiko by Y’s dress made from black wool with a slim, column-like shape through the body and long, narrow sleeves. The neckline is wide and simple, sitting ju...

A spectacular 1950s Japanese Uchikake wedding kimono, handcrafted in luxurious silk and richly lined in vibrant red silk, representing the highest tradition of formal Japanese bridal...

Issey Miyake black high-neck pleated dress measures 46 1/2" in length, sleeve measures 21", collar measures 3 1/4" in height.

A beautiful color block signature micro pleated maxi dress from Issey Miyake in vertical panels of green, chocolate brown and orange. It has a stand up collar, long sleeves and slips...

For his design mentor Rei Kawakubo's Japanese brand Comme des Garcons, Junya Wantanabe made this inimitable translucent white taffeta floaty ruffled-V-neck sleeveless pullover dress with distinct parachute elements, cutwork, and adjustable ruching and draping as "Look 1 and 2" (see photos) for the Parisian fashion show debut of his Spring/Summer 2003 collection. Significantly, no other Wantanabe collection is represented by more garments at The Met Costume Institute. In our dress, the stunning combination of contrasts range from romantic-to-combat themes, gathered-to-flowing construction, raw-to-finely-finished edges, soft-to-hard materials, and gossamer-to-dense textural fabrics. Secured on the exterior of the dress with bold silver-tone metallic hardware, the parachute-like 100%-cotton grosgrain straps are mostly enclosed within multiple diagonal and vertical ruched channels to enable symmetrical or asymmetrical draping and lengthening of the thin synthetic fabric into multiple swags. Strap ends can freely hang from the functional hardware on the front of the dress and below its sides--as if they could be yanked to release the fabric into a drifty parachute sail. With the potential to be a stunning formal overlay if worn with a minimalist wedding gown or long skirt, the reverse side of the voluminous dress is equally remarkable for its ruffled diamond-shaped cutout at the lower back, where it is intersected by a trio of linked thick straps that are secured to a looped ruched channel. This creates an elongated bustle with a dramatic central 19-inch slit between the two swags that each extend 43 inches below the outer shoulder hem. This premiere-catwalk dress is distinguished from others in Wantanabe's "Parachute Jumper" collection by the complexity of its top. Two ruched straps form an X-shape via silver hardware at the upper back, extending to the front over the shoulders to form an adjustable face-flattering ruched V-neck with silver-hardware-linked narrow straps. The soft folds of the neckline contribute to the raised ruffle collar, as well as flow to the shoulder seams. The hand-cut hem was designed unfinished and meant to fray, although it has not given its minimal wear and very good condition consistent with only age and storage. See our photos of the care/material tags. All tags remain, including from the Italian concept-store 10 Corso Como where it was purchased in Milan. The "Made in Japan" size is a large-running "S" due to the pullover and adjustable style of the dress, which is equivalent to an Italian-size 44 or U.S.-size 6. Beyond a convertible dress...

An exceptional 1950s Japanese Uchikake wedding kimono, masterfully handcrafted in luminous ivory silk and richly decorated with gold brocade pine trees (matsu) in brilliant shades of vermilion, emerald green, royal purple, and antique gold. Created in Japan for formal bridal ceremonies, this magnificent vintage Japanese silk wedding kimono...

Breathtaking ISSEY MIYAKE Design! Can't get over this beautiful construction! The Pleats Please Scorpio Dress. It's fascinating to me how something made of soft, liquid feeling fabri...

Protégé of the notorious Rei Kawakubo, Junya Watanabe is known for offering similarly expressive and artistic works that push the boundaries of fashion and the avant-garde. Showcasin...

rare JUNYA WATANABE 1999 Vintage grey tweed convertible blazer dress look S Reference: CRTI/A00745 Brand: Junya Watanabe Designer: Junya Watanabe Collection: AW 1999 - Runway Materia...

rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway black grey patchwork multi media deconstructed patchwork mini dress S Reference: TGAS/F01038 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collec...

A fabulous brown parachute skirt from Comme des Garcons, CDG AD 1990 collection. The skirt is full comprised of draped, asymmetric, overlapping layers ...

This Comme des Garçons dress plays with transparency and layering, offering a minimalist, architectural silhouette typical of Rei Kawakubo's signature design approach in the early 90...

Futuristic designer Issey Miyake has mastered the technique of creating sculptural works of art in cloth. His innovative pattern cutting and signature use of micro pleating give his garments a unique form. As one of the earliest designers to take on this style of fashion, Miyake is held in high regard as a pioneer of these creative, out-of-this-world fashions. From the Pleats Please line, this rare collector’s dress is done in a pleated fabric in shades of midnight blue, electric purple, red, magenta, cerulean, chartreuse, brown, sage, and neon green. The bright colors have a prismatic quality that makes the dress pop visually, giving the eye something new to appreciate from each angle while elevating this garment to a work of art. The dress begins with a high straight neckline and long sleeves that reach the wrists. The front of the dress is fitted throughout, creating an elegant sheath that falls to a maxi length several inches above the ankles. The body of the dress is done in midnight blue pleats with a section of purple at the bust and a section of neon green near the hem that draws the eye. Thigh-high slits at each side of the dress allow for greater ease of movement while introducing a welcome risqué element that helps balance the volume of material on display. Size: Small Measurements: Bust: 32 inches Waist: 30 inches Length: 50 inches An incredible panel at the back of the dress is made up of a vivid patchwork of color-blocked fabric, adding extra depth and gravitas to this Avant Garde masterpiece. The top of the panel can be folded over the front of the shoulders to create a curving, cocoon-like shawl, or folded together at the back like wings at rest. The panel spans the entire length of the dress and is slightly higher at the neck, adding volume and a delightful sculptural element to the otherwise columnar silhouette of the dress. An unforgettable addition to the discerning fashion lover’s wardrobe, this rare Issey Miyake Pleats Please dress is the perfect choice for a wedding, gala, or special occasion, and is sure to turn heads for many years to come. This vintage Issey Miyake dress...

runway COMME DES GARCONS Broken Bride AW05 black victorian ruffle silk dress S Reference: TGAS/A00808 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: Fall Winter 2005 Bro...

▪ Yohji Yamamoto evening dress ▪ Spring-Summer 1998 ▪ Constructed from black polyester; twisted and draped around the bodice ▪ Rare runway piece ▪ Size Small ▪ Made in Japan All ph...

Comme des Garcon founder Rei Kawakubo designed this translucent salmon-pink bias-cut satin sleeveless maxi dress evening gown for her Spring/Summer 2000 collection, which debuted on a runway model at Paris Fall Fashion Week as "Look 12" among the Vogue photo-coverage (see our last photo of the ensemble). The unusual V-neck shape creates a deep central drape in the front of the unlined dress that prevents the synthetic semi-transparent fabric from clinging to the torso. To continue to flatter the curvy shape of the lower body like the bias-cut enables, such as while walking, Kawakubo added an additional piece of fabric with a circling angular seam that rises from the wider hem. With the exception of the brand tag, all others were cut off by the sole owner to eliminate bulk and visibility through the dress. If the buyer would prefer, the fabric can be made shinier and completely smooth with professional pressing. If the buyer would like to create a layered ensemble with this gown as seen on the runway, we have other textural colorful tops to choose from with over-dyed unique appliques from this same Spring/Summer 2000 collection. However, we think our backless-mannequin photos show that this minimal dress...

▪ Issey Miyake rare layered pleated dress ▪ Consisting of four-layered individual garments ▪ A-line shape ▪ Designed to bounce up and down when worn ▪ Yellow, green, orange, and bl...

1970S Floral Japanese Print With Fans Kimono

Rare vintage 56G S/S 2006 Japanese designer black and white newspaper / novelty print cotton sac dress! Features prints of newspaper / book clipping, gargoyles, and dancing witches. ...

Issey Miyake iconic signature jet-black high-neck , slightly flared pullover dress measures 47 1/2 inches in length. Neckline circumference is 18 inches, shoulders are 25 inches...

▪ Issey Miyake blue silk mesh ▪ Draped mesh overlay ▪ Floral corsages ▪ Asymmetric neck and hemline ▪ Size JP 2 - Medium ▪ Spring-Summer 2005 ▪ 100% Silk ▪ Made in Japan

This 80's Hanae Mori ensemble is very elegant with it's black silk chiffon with pink abstract print work. It is very versatile, as the skirt can b...

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...

Stunning vintage Hanae Mori dress!!! 100% lined silk. Inside hook-and-eye closures. Great for the office, or a cocktail party! Fully lined. In great condition. Approximately Size Med...

Hanae Mori calligraphic print gown in graphic black and white semi sheer georgette. One piece gown with tucked bib and button placket at...

▪ Brand: Comme Des Garçons ▪ Creative Director: Rei Kawakubo ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1984 ▪ Fabric: 65% Rayon, 35% Silk ▪ Details: Large asymmetric drapes and tucks sewn with a wh...

Rare vintage knit dress by Junko Koshino. Asymmetric hemline and yellow, black and silver striped design. Details: Unlined Shoulder Pads Can Be Re...

A stunning example of Issey Miyake’s mastery of form and fabric from the early 2000s. This vibrant orange dress features a bold one-shoulder asymmetric silhouette with a signature co...

A vintage kimono from Kyoto dating from the 1980s. It has flowers on a blue background . Measurements: Length 63'' bust up to 46''

A very rare and documented Issey Miyake dress from 1974, as seen on the runway. Made from a distinctive space-dyed knit, the design exemplifies Miyake’s early experiments with textil...

Superb and rare, early Hanae Mori haute couture burgundy chiffon dress. This dress is late 1970s or early 1980s vintage and was formally owned by the wife of an ambassador. The patt...

Cable knit asymmetric dress by Tao Comme des Garcons crafted in cream wool featuring an intricate cable knit bodice with sculptural construction. The fitted sleeveless top showcases ...

1990S COMME DES GARCONS Cream Cotton Minimalist Two Piece Dress

Rare Limited Edition brand new with tags COMME DES GARCONS NOIR KEI NINOMIYA black sleeveless Avant Garde cotton dress! Features a ...

Silvery gold crushed velvet gown by Hanae Mori, Paris. Unusual sheer mesh inserts on raglan lines with large padded round shoulders. 1980s France. Length...

COMME DES GARCONS 1980s Vintage black nylon cotton halter bias skirt dress Reference: CRTI/A00647 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Material: Rayon, C...

runway JUNYA WATANABE 1998 black Accordion raw edge deconstructed dress S Reference: CRTI/A00498 Brand: Junya Watanabe Designer: Junya Watanabe Collection: 1998 - Runway Material: Co...

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's black velvet asymmetric dropped armhole dress S Reference: CRTI/A00601 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Material: Ve...

90s Comme des garcons white cotton and knit dress with standing collar. Size:6/8 Bust: 38" / waist: 34" / Hip: 38" Length: 40" ***dress has some pulle...

▪ Yohji Yamamoto black maxi dress ▪ 100% Cotton ▪ Ruffled and ruched seams ▪ Multiple lace shoulder straps tying into big knots ▪ Built-in crinoline ▪ JP 1 - EU Small ▪ Spring-Su...

Blue Silk caftan is wonderfully hand-painted in floral with bright colors of yellow, tangerine and coral. With the back in floral along with two butterfli...

- 2 side pockets - Maxi length - Stretch nylon T-shirt at front SPRING-SUMMER 1994

Slip evening dress in printed silk and transparent sequin. Polyester lining. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. Large rhinestone on the shoulder strap. Red ribbon ...