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How did Dolce & Gabbana get started?

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How did Dolce & Gabbana get started?
Dolce and Gabbana got started through the partnership of Italian fashion designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. They met in Milan in 1980 and created a design firm in 1982. Together, they launched the fashion house in 1985. You'll find a collection of Dolce and Gabbana on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Dolce & Gabbana was founded by Italian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana in 1985. Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana first met in Milan and designed for Giorgio Correggiari before establishing their consulting studio in 1983. In 1985 they presented their first women’s wear collection. Browse authentic Dolce & Gabbana garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Dolce & Gabbana Flower Applique Pants and Fringe Trim Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black pant and top/vest set from Dolce & Gabbana covered in silk flowers of different varieties and colors. The V neck top is midriff length wi...
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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana Hook & Eye Plunging Black Bodycon Knit Long-Sleeve Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This fabulous black knit long-sleeve top, featuring a plunging neckline, is from the Spring/Summer 2003 Dolce & Gabbana 'Sex and Love' collection. The top features hook and eye closu...
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Early 2000s Italian Blouses and Tops

Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Burgundy Merlot Sexy Lace Bodycon Cut Out Vintage Dress 38
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA, Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s D&G by Dolce & Gabbana burgundy / merlot burgundy lace cut-out bodycon dress! Features allover lace, with cut-out below the bust and upper back. Spectacular body huggin...
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

F/W 2002 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Lace Black Mock Neck Sleeveless Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Fall/Winter 2002 collection, a version of this black lace Dolce & Gabbana sleeveless sheer top debuted on the season's runway. Constructed entirely of floral sheer lace, thi...
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Early 2000s Italian Sleeveless Shirts

Dolce & Gabbana "Naomi Campbell" Rare Runway Vintage Inspired Flapper Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dolce & Gabbana rare rich emerald green silk fringe dress worn on the runway by Naomi Campbell. Inspired by the 1920's fun flapper dresses this one is beautifully designed with much...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

1990s Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Sleeveless Maxi Evening Gown
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This simple sheer black Dolce & Gabbana sleeveless gown features a column cut with a lightly flared skirt and is complete with interlocking accents at the top of each shoulder. A...
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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

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