Evening Dress Collection (#33)

Young woman standing in studio, touching shoulder (B&W)

Young woman in evening dress leaning against chair, (B&W)

Young woman in evening dress leaning against low wall indoors, (B&W)

Young woman in evening dress looking away in studio, (B&W), close-up

Regency Dresses
Ladies morning and dinner dress fashions for July 1830. (Photo by Rischgitz/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Evening Dress
A young woman wearing a full-length evening dress and spotted cap, 1812. From Ackermanns Repository of Arts, pub. 1st August 1812. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Debutantes at Queen Charlottes Ball. London. c. 1959

Colonel Edmonton at dance. 1935

The prize winners at the Eltham Tennis Tournament prize - giving evening. 20 November 1937

The Strauss Ball at the Savoy Hotel, London. Lady Furness and Mrs Carl Bendix. 7th January 1931

The line - up for the Lamorbey Swimming Club presentations. 1938

Lullingstone K Men dance. 1937

Society Girls At Birthday Ball
New York, New York: c. 1933. Society girls gather around the Presidents Birthday Ball cake at the Waldorf-Astoria

The End Of Prohibition
Hollywood, California: April 19, 1933. Former Ziegfeld showgirl and sometimes actress Peggy Hopkins Joyce raises a glass of beer to celebrate the end of Prohibition

An elegant woman poses with her dog
New York, New York: April, 1936. An elegant woman dramatically poses with her dog

An Elegant Evening Gown
Hollywood, California: 1933. Nancy Carroll wearing a gown that was used in the film, The Woman Accused

Lillian Bond Looking Elegant
Hollywood, California: c. 1938. Lillian Bond, actress, (1908-1991) in an elegant black gown

A fashion shot from France showing an evening dress with its dou
Paris, France: April, 1936. A fashion shot from France showing an evening dress with its double train

Actresses At The Hotel Astor
New York, New York: 1925. Stage and silent film actresses at the Hotel Astor. Francine Larrimore and Sigrid Holmquist holding hands at the famous annual Equity Ball held in New York city

A Fashionable Mannequin
1950s A fashionable mannequin and her unclothed version in the background

A Glamourous Woman Smoking
United States: 1932. A glamorous woman wearing a low-backed gown, sitting with her back to the camera, smoking a cigarette

German Marks For Confetti
New York, New York: December 31, 1923. The proprietor of the new Maison Arthur Grill distributed $100, 000, 000 in German marks to be used for confetti on New Years Eve, 1923

Loge at atre des Italiens by Eva Gonzales, oil on canvas, 1874
Eva Gonzales (1849-1883), Loge at the Theatre des Italiens (Une loge aux Italiens), 1874, oil on canvas, 98x130 cm

Guests arriving for the opening of Chichester Festival Theatre, 5 July 1962
Crowds look on as dignitaries arrive for the first performance. Chichester Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: CPS 1306/1

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"An Evening of Elegance: From George and Mildred to Madame X, the Evolution of the Evening Dress" Step into a world of glamour and sophistication as we explore the captivating history of evening dresses. Inspired by iconic TV programmes like George and Mildred, where Brian Murph and Yootha Joyce showcased timeless style, these garments have always been synonymous with grace. Travel back in time to 1883-84 when John Singer Sargent immortalized Madame Pierre Gautreau in his mesmerizing oil painting "Madame X. " Her enchanting evening dress exudes confidence and allure, setting the stage for future fashion trends. In 1961, Peggy Lee graced London with her presence in a stunning gown designed by Brian Foskett. The epitome of elegance, she captivated audiences with her velvety voice and impeccable sense of style. Delve further into history as we encounter a young girl adorned in a magnificent ball gown from 1879. This exquisite piece showcases the opulence associated with formal events during that era. Fast forward to 1913 Parisian fashion through Costumes Parisiens' pouchoir prints. Jeanne Lanvin's creations take center stage on plate 46 and plate 49 - each design reflecting her innovative approach while maintaining an air of sophistication. Immerse yourself in late 19th-century France as you witness a young woman donning a posh dress that embodies the essence of luxury. This digital reproduction allows us to appreciate its intricate details even today. Strapless ballgowns made their mark in the early '50s, exemplified by Shirley Markham's creation worn by an unknown woman. The simplicity yet grandeur of this garment is truly breathtaking. Finally, let's not forget Hollywood's influence on evening wear. Richard Burton arrives at The premiere accompanied by his wife Susie Hunt wearing an ensemble that oozes class and refinement – proving that the allure of evening dresses transcends time and place.