The nights are getting darker, tears are being shed over the latest sentimental John Lewis Christmas ad and apparently the Coca Cola Truck is coming to our town soon. It can only mean one thing: it’s nearly party dress season! I love vintage party dresses, they are just so glorious! I’ve got a mixture of everything here from glamorous 50s gowns, to 60s shift dresses, 70s lurex maxi dresses, to 80s strapless glamour. My favourite is the 80s does 20s flapper dress, but I love every single one of these beauties. Which is your favourite?
1950s Red Tulle Party Dress
A boned strapless bodice with one of the fullest skirts I have ever seen. Back metal zipper closure, and sequin decoration. You may want to get a strapless slip to wear under for the upmost comfort at whatever fabulous event you wear this dress to. Read more
1960s Sheer Black Mini Dress Long Sleeves Party Dress
Well if this ain’t the belle of the ball, I don’t know what is! Fabulous vintage go-go meets formalwear 1960s mini dress with long sheer bell sleeves. High neck collar and empire waist with metallic silver ribbon trim. Super short, best fits a petite girl. Back zipper closure, fully lined inside. Read more
1960s Jonny Herbert Dress
Vintage 1960s Jonny Herbert cocktail dress in black taffeta. Fitted bodice with a slightly dropped waist. Beautiful sculpted tulip skirt made of layers of taffeta with a short tulle layer underneath for added fullness. Taffeta bow with long streamers at the left hip. Under skirt is slim and fitted. V back. Metal zipper up the back. Taffeta flap that snaps with a hook and eye over the zipper at the back waist. Read more
Vintage Blue Taffeta Dress
This dress is made of crisp changeable taffeta in baby blue with a cornflower blue sash. It has a unique “Bubble” hem allowing it to be very full, or not, depending on how you like it. Read more
Vintage 70s Turquoise Metallic Lurex Halterneck Maxi Dress
- Fabulously 70s is this turquoise and gold lurex halterneck evening gown made in England by Bickler is a stretch mid weight fabric that glistens like gold in the light
- Full floor length maxi dress
- Fastens at the collar with hook and eye and zip up the back skirt
- Backless
- Full A-line shape
1980s Pink Cotton Backless Dress with Bow
Such a beautiful dress, made with a mid-weight ribbed cotton in a lovely soft pink color. Done in a classic ball gown silhouette, but with a super full tea length skirt and pockets. The dress is shown on the mannequin with one crinoline, most of the fullness comes from two layers of stiff tulle lining the skirt. Read more
1970 Pink Maxi Dress
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Vintage 1960s Cocktail Dress
Sweet but grown up, this light and airy black chiffon party dress features a ruffled layer skirt, fitted bodice, and spaghetti straps. Full back zip and fully lined. Love the scoop neck with ruffles- so feminine! Read more
1960s Hot Pink Chiffon Maxi Formal Prom Dress
Vintage item from the 1960s Read more
Red Velvet Vintage Dress
Beautiful draped red vintage party dress Read more
1960s Jean of California Pink Silk Dress
The perfect dress for all seasons! Absolutely gorgeous wiggle dress with pleated bust and waist. Read more
50’s Larry Aldrich Black Sequin Tulle Full Skirt Evening Dress
Elegant 1950s evening dress from important mid-century designer, Larry Aldrich. Black sequins on top and full tulle skirt for a look worthy of a grand gala. Read more
1960s Vintage Larrabee New York Cocktail Dress
International Ladies Garment Workers Union label dates from 1963. This is a stunner from Larrabee of New York. Both the top chiffon layer and the lining have a vivid tropical print in shades of jade, blue and fuschia. The petrol blue velvet high waist band forms a bow at the centre front. And just look at those tails. Be a peacock! Read more
Vintage Late 1960s Golden Taffeta Cocktail Shift Dress
Lovely late 1960s early 1970s cocktail shift dress. Made from what looks and feel like taffeta-silk. Golden color. Pointed Peter Pan collar. Sleeveless. Neck and bust area have vertical stitching detailing. Princess darts. Plastic zipper and hook above from closure at back of dress. Fully lined. Read more
Vintage 80s Oleg Cassini Lace Beaded Dress
Measurements are taken in inches with the garment laying flat. Measurements are then doubled where appropriate. Double the armpit, waist, and hips. Read more
1950s Blue Floral Short Sleeve Chiffon Vintage Party Dress
This is a stunning 1950s party dress, made with a beautiful blue floral chiffon. With lovely ruched sleeves, a classic shelf bust line, and an amazing full skirt this is a perfect dress for dancing all night! Excellent condition! Read more
Vintage Carole King Brocade Party Dress
Vintage 1950s party dress in bronzy golden floral brocade. Fitted sleeveless bodice with a faux lace up front that ties at the waist. Drop waist. Full pleated skirt with a built in tulle petticoat. Metal zipper up the back. Read more
1960s Vintage wine Velvet Cream Brocade Mini Dress
*Perfect for a night on the town! *Rich Merlot velvet top and bow with cream brocade skirt *Fully lined *ZIps up the back *Excellent condition! Read more
1950 Green Sequin Vintage Ball Gown
Designed in the 50’s, this magnificent vintage ball gown is done in a sea foam green tulle, which is encrusted in metallic and iridescent sea foam green sequins. The strapless boned bodice, fully encrusted in sequins, offers a sweetheart neckline and straight back. Read more
Red Lace Vintage Dress
Beautiful red lace vintage party dress Read more
Vintage Black Fringe Flapper Dress
Black flapper-inspired dress with tiered fringe. Back zip and hook closure with Keyhole Peekaboo Back. Read more
Elizabeth Arden Lilac pleated chiffon cocktail dress
This vintage dress is very similar to the Alexander McQueen full length dress, Kate Middleton wore to the Bafta Dinner in LA. It’s a true romantic floaty dress and it will make you feel like a princess, it is so pretty. Read more
40s lavender blue evening dress in metallic satin damask
Late 1930s or very early 1940s evening dress, in a gorgeous lavender blue satin damask. Read more
80s black silk Victor Costa ball gown with ruched bodice
1980s full length evening dress in black silk by Victor Costa. Simple and stunning ball gown, a modern twist on a timeless classic shape by a well known designer. Read more
1980s Vintage Victor Costa White Black Formal Sculpted Gown
*Stunning top that is ruched from top to bottom *Peplum to the max *Boning *Zips up the back Read more
Vintage Polka meets Stripes dress
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Vintage 1960s Turquoise Shift Dress
Lovely 1960s turquoise shift dress. Custom made as a second dress for a bride and worn only once. Sleeveles. Closed neckline with beautiful pearl like beading details (front and back). Stiching detailing at bust area. Princess darts. Decorative pockets at front. Plastic zipper and hook for closure at back. Fully lined with white nylon. Made from cotton. Read more
70s vintage California party dress
Super shiny floaty printed crystal organza over a plain lining. Keyhole back with self ball button fastening at the neck and waist. Centre back zip. California label from 1960s, possibly early 70s. Fabulous flower power gown. Read more
Vivien of Holloway Halterneck Circle Dress Luxury Red Satin Fan Lace
1960s Pink Lace Short Sleeve Vintage Wiggle Dress
This is the sweetest little dress! A classic wiggle silhouette with layers of scalloped pink lace and a lovely satin waistband. Perfect for a spring or summer wedding! Excellent condition! Read more
60s Black Gold Silver Metallic Lace Cocktail Dress
The little black dress kicked up a notch with the addition of shimmery gold and silver accents. Early 60s chic, this little number will be your go to outfit for years to come! Read more
1950 Watercolor Vintage Party Dress
Designed in the 50’s, by A Five-Thirty PM Fashion, this gorgeous vintage party dress is as pretty as a work of art! It is made of a beautiful moss colored abstract floral print on a lilac pink chiffon, which if fully lined. Read more
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Vintage 1970s Purple and Silver Embroidered Dress
Pretty knee-length dress in a deep rich purple. Short sleeves. Round neckline that plunges into a v-neck (see pictures). Lovely silver embroidery around neckline that almost ends at waistline. Purple plastic zipper and hook on top for closure the back. Read more
60’s Red Silk Chiffon Full Skirt Party Dress
The classiest holiday party dress from the early 60s in red silk chiffon by Elliette Ellis, a California designer best known for her feminine chiffon fashions. Read more
Exotic Flowers Botanical Print Dress
Features a bold print of exotic flowers including lilies and orchids in blues, reds, greens and yellow against a black backdrop to give extra drama. More info
Carnegie of London 1960’s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Mad Men style cocktail dress in jewel effect gold brocade and black crepe. A stunning cocktail dress with gold brocade, short sleeve mock collarless jacket edged in black crepe which closes at the back with large self fabric buttons, underneath which is the dress lining and back zipper closure. Fully lined throughout. Read more
Vintage Jean Allen Dress
This fuchsia pink strapless dress has a deep v neckline, fitted bodice and gathered skirt, which is given extra oomph courtesy of its partial net underskirt. A lovely accent bow finishes this glamorous gown off with a flourish at the back waist. Read more
1950s Teal Blue Taffeta Dress With Accent Bow
Very lovely late 1950s / early 1960s party dress in a rich iridescent teal blue taffeta. Read more
Vintage 1940s Evening Gown Gold Sequin Dress in Chartreuse
Breathtaking & rare vintage 1940s evening ball gown dress. Made from yellow crepe fabric with allover fabulous gold sequins at the chest. Draped skirt with faux sash built in at the waist. Read more
1970s Grecian Pleated Flutter Maxi Dress with Capelet by Gene’s
Vintage item from the 1970s. Read more
1950s Sapphire Blue Oriental Brocade Cocktail Dress
1950s slim fitting ‘wiggle’ dress in a sapphire blue Oriental brocade. Elegant, classy and feminine, perfect for the party season. Wear with flowers in your hair! Read more
Vintage 1970s Black Dress Grecian Disco Dress
This is a dress in which to be NOTICED. Black. Sleek. Fantastic drape. A great maternity dress too! Read more
Vintage 80s Metallic Disco Dress
Sexy metallic bronze goddess dress featuring a black zig-zag print. Read more
Vintage Patra Red Party Dress with Sunburst Sparkles
Red Hot scoop neck shift dress with sparkles. If this dress doesn’t scream PARTY, I don’t know what does. Read more
Vintage Designer Evening Dress by David Butler, Chartriver Ltd
Gorgeous vintage designer halter neck evening dress by David Butler,Chartriver Ltd. Classic 1980’s styling the dress has a tuxedo style slightly ribbed vibrant pink collar with five matching decorative buttons (which do not open) that stop at the knee allowing the dress to split open. Read more
1950’s Coral Tea Length Party Dress
Vintage Tea Length 1950’s Coral Dress with sweetheart neckline, fitted waist, tulle netting ruffle on the top skirt layer and a tulle layer underneath. Bias cut skirt, side metal zipper. Read more
1950s Vintage Prom Dress
Late 1940s to 1950s Vintage Blue Chiffon Dotted Swiss and Pink Satin Prom Dress or Semi Formal. Read more
Vintage 1950s Blue Velvet Party Dress Bubble Crinoline
Such a terribly SWEET dress. Very “can can” with the full, bubble skirt and black satin bow hiking it up just a bit. Read more
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Thanks for featuring my party dresses in this beautiful collection Mary.
So many stunning dresses, so little time!
Happy to! Glad you like my choices 🙂
Thanks so much for the feature! The dresses in this collection are all so lovely! I wish I could have them all!
That’s how I feel about them too. It’s my fantasty vintage wardrobe! Glad you like my selections! 🙂
Thank you so much for featuring my 1950s Dotted Swiss Prom Dress. Your collection is excellent! I was honored to be included. Thank you again.
Wow I love the party dresses In love with this dress- the color is absolutely beautiful!