Thierry Mugler Leather Dress
20th Century French Day Dresses
1990s French Day Dresses
1990s French Mini Dress
1980s French Maxi Dresses
Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns
1990s Italian Evening Dresses
1980s French Twin Sets
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes
Late 20th Century Italian Waist Belts
People Also Browsed
Early 2000s Italian Mini Dresses
1980s French Coats and Outerwear
Early 2000s Italian Maxi Dress
Early 2000s Italian Vests
1980s French Jackets
1980s French Skirt Suits
Early 2000s Top Handle Bags
1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1990s Italian Evening Gowns
1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear
1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
2010s Italian Evening Gowns
Early 2000s Italian Jeans
20th Century Coats and Outerwear
1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Recent Sales
Late 20th Century French Day Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Day Dresses
20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1990s Unknown Day Dresses
Late 20th Century French Cocktail Dresses
1980s French Sheath Dresses
Late 20th Century French Informal Dresses
1990s Casual Dresses
1990s Blouses
1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
19th Century Unknown Belts
Late 20th Century Cocktail Dresses
1980s French Day Dresses
1980s French Cocktail Dresses
20th Century French Cocktail Dresses
1990s French Jackets
1990s French Top Handle Bags
20th Century French Cocktail Dresses
1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Late 20th Century French Day Dresses
1990s French Jackets
Late 20th Century French Day Dresses
Thierry Mugler Leather Dress For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Thierry Mugler Leather Dress?
Thierry Mugler for sale on 1stDibs
Fashion as sculpture, as avant-garde expression, as spectacle: Thierry Mugler’s career pushed the boundaries of what fashion design and clothing could mean.
Mugler, who went by Manfred in later years, founded his brand in 1973 with his first personal collection. By the late 1990s, he was more famous for his fragrances, thanks to the brand’s best seller Angel. But vintage Mugler dresses and gowns have recently returned to red carpets, worn by stars like Kim Kardashian, Cardi B and Hailey Bieber.
Mugler’s penchant for performance, drama and costuming came from his background in ballet, having danced as a teenager with the Opéra national du Rhin in his hometown of Strasbourg, France. In the 1980s and ’90s, his couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, similar to those of his contemporaries Jean Paul Gaultier and Christian Lacroix.
In one of Mugler’s shows, the then-pregnant legendary supermodel Pat Cleveland (part of the coterie of glamorous muses associated with designer Halston) was suspended from the ceiling and then glided down the runway surrounded by clouds of smoke.
Mugler would become known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly avant-garde designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials like PVC and leather. Recent years have seen Mugler’s archival designs, especially from his 1995 haute couture show, take center stage, coinciding with the resurgence of camp in fashion and the return of bodycon dresses.
The French cosmetics company Clarins SA acquired Mugler’s brand in 1997, and its founder stepped back from the label in 2002. The house’s roster of clients has included some of the most visionary figures in fashion, from David Bowie and Diana Ross to Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, and the founder’s influence on over-the-top fashion can be seen in the work of designers such as Jeremy Scott and Alexander McQueen.
Find vintage Thierry Mugler corset tops, suits, sunglasses and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
Finding the Right Clothing for You
From museum-worthy vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing available on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement.
For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal.
Velvet cocktail dresses and silk evening gowns designed by French-born American couturiere Pauline Trigère — who dressed Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor — have proven timeless since their mid-century debut, while an overcoat by Alexander McQueen is the perfect finishing touch. In fact, an emerald one stays in rotation for Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge.
Those seeking modern high-fashion brands are also in luck. Turn your day-to-day into a runway with selections from Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace or complete that fresh look with stunning footwear classics from the likes of Gucci and Christian Louboutin. The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing.
Build your collection of covetable and iconic vintage garments by shopping on 1stDibs. No matter where you roam, our diverse apparel and accessories will keep you covered in the hottest styles and comfiest black hoodie imaginable.