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Thierry Mugler Clothing

French, 1948-2022

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.

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Designer: Thierry Mugler
S/S 1992 Thierry Mugler Sheer Black Linen Tie Slit Maxi Flare Western Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black linen Thierry Mugler dress designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1992 collection, similar tie-front dresses on the season's couture runway. T...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

1980s Thierry Mugler Black Bubble Skirt w Pink & Cream Geometric Squares
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Portland, OR
This is such a unique design for Thierry Mugler! This black cotton bubble skirt has tiny squares in shades of pink and cream. The skirt has a fixed waist with snaps and a hidden zipp...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

S/S 1999 Thierry Mugler Sculptural Silver Satin Amber Brooch Abstract Black Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful black and silver Thierry Mugler gown, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1999 collection, a shortened version of this unique gown...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Flower Silk Ruched Dress 1980s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A brightly colored flower pattern silk dress from Thierry Mugler in blues, greens, pinks and yellow. It has a V neck, 3/4 length sleeves and snaps along the center front of the horizontally ruched bodice. It has is a back half belt with a blue buckle...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

1990s Thierry Mugler Navy Satin Paneled Strapless Bustier Silk Corset Top
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black silk satin Thierry Mugler strapless corset top, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the 1990s, this stunning top is constructed entirely of horizontal navy s...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

S/S 1999 Thierry Mugler Runway Black White Halter Cinched Flare Evening Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black and white Thierry Mugler gown, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this gown debuted on the season's runway. This gorgeous...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Pink wool asymmetrical double-breasted skirt suit Thierry Mugler Activ
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink wool asymmetrical double-breasted skirt suit. Snap to close the jacket in the middle front and inside button and buttonhole. Wrap skirt in the back. Shoulder pads. SIZE M
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1980s Italian Thierry Mugler Clothing

Black crêpe dress with black velvet drape neckline Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black crêpe dress with black velvet drape neckline. Snap inside the sleeves. Zip on the back on the side and draped in the middle back. Black velvet li...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Holy Grail Thierry Mugler Dress Iman SS 1986 Runway Documented
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Collectors Piece. Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Dress, Spring Summer Collection 1986. Worn by the gorgeous Iman on the Runway and also for the Cam...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Black Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Capri, IT
Thierry Mugler Black Jacket totally made in France in size FR 42
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

TheThierry Mugler Lighnting Blazer 1988 1989 "Les Infernales" PINK ZigZag Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail. Museum worthy. Spectacular pink! Thierry Mugler Blazer, the zigzag lightning shape was iconic for the late 1980s "Les infernales" collectio...
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1980s Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler black rayon knit flame dress, c. 1990
By Thierry Mugler
Located in London, GB
Thierry Mugler black rayon knit mid-length dress with fabric inset in the shape of flames on the right hand side c. 1990
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

S/S 1990 Thierry Mugler Iconic Rainbow Structured Runway Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Own a true piece of wearable art and history! Ultra rare museum worthy Thierry Mugler jacket from the Spring Summer 1990 Collection. “Arc En Ciel” (Rainbow) in brushed woolen canvas with large multicolored waves. Features a fitted cut with shoulder pads and long sleeves, small v neckline with snap button closures in the same colors of the rainbow, shoulder pads, oblique hem cut, and it is fully lined. As seen on Linda Evangelista...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Silver mesh skirt-suit Mugler Trademark
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver mesh skirt-suit. Zip in the middle front, pocket and cuffs. Shoulder pad. no lining inside the jacket, only inside the skirt. Fabric composition: ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

A Thierry Mugler Couture Black Tuxedo Skirt Suit - France Circa 1990/2000
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1990/2000 France Iconic skirt suit in black Polyester Tergal by Thierry Mugler dating from 1990/2000. Fitted and architectural jacket, col...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Rare Thierry Mugler "Limited Edition" Plush Deep-Violet Cotton-Velvet Jumpsuit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Rare "Limited Edition" Thierry Mugler Plush, deep-violet cotton-velvet button-down jumpsuit accented with tapered hemline has a 7-button front. The sleeve are slightly doman near ...
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1980s Italian Thierry Mugler Clothing

Spectacular Thierry Mugler Iconic Vibrant Blazer Jacket Dress Purple Violet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
SENSATIONAL extremely rare Thierry Mugler piece Iconic FW 1995 Collection Museum worthy rare collectors piece The most amazing vibrant magenta Thierry Mugler blazer jacket or dress...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Silk Dress with Cut outs
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning brilliant yellow green silk bodycon dress from Thierry Mugler. It has short sleeves and is semi fitted through to the asymmetric hemline...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Iconic Thierry Mugler Blazer FW1995 Black Jewel Gem Belt Neckline 90s Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic Thierry Mugler Piece Fabulously presented by Emma Sojberg on the legendary FW1995-96 Fashionshow! Black elegant blazer with gorgeous neckline! Attached dramatic velvet sash b...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

S/S 1996 Thierry Mugler Runway Khaki Cinched Belted Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous khaki Thierry Mugler skirt suit, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, a version of this fabulous set debuted on the season's runw...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Dramatic Sculputral Silk Skirtsuit Jacket Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
The most stunning pure silk Thierry Mugler ensemble. Sooo Mugleresque! The combination of extraordinary avant-garde shape: pointy asymmetric hem and fitted horglass silhouette & lux...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Green cotton jacket wit zip in the middle front and snaps Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Green cotton jacket wit zip in the middle front and snaps. Shoulder pad. Pockets. SIZE 36
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler FW1992 Runway Blazer Green Wool Black Velvet Rare Dramatic 90s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Amazing rare Thierry Mugler blazer FW1992 Collection. Worn on the runway by lovely Karen Mulder. Beautiful green wool jacket with deep V-neck. Black velvet collar, pockets and cuffs...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler SS1997 Gorgeous Black Evening Dress Fringe Elegant Vintage 90s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning!! The perfect combination of elegant classic and extraordinairy! This dress is a very rare Thierry Mugler creation from the iconic 1997 Collcetion. A true garment of Wearab...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture FW 2001 Leo Runway Dress Rare
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
STUNNING iconic Thierry Mugler Couture dress from the 2001 FW Collection. Extremely rare documented Runway Gown . Abstract leo print pattern dr...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Iconic and Extremely Rare Thierry Mugler Dress SS 1988 Sculptural
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
What an extraordinairy find!! Extremely rare Collectors Piece: Thierry Mugler dress 'African Summer' Spring Summer Collection 1988 Documented and Featured on the legendary runway sh...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Dress With Hardware and Belt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
An great rich black cotton dress from Thierry Mugler. It is sleeveless with an asymmetric neckline accented with silver hardware at one side. It has a matching belt with a silver ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Vintage Black Embellished Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage Thierry Mugler black wool 2-piece skirt suit with reflective embellishments on the jacket. 3-snap front closure on the jacket, back zipper and hook closure on the skirt. I no...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Runway Wasp Waist Bee Motorcycle Faux Leather PVC Vintage Jakcet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful piece by Thierry Mugler! Wasp Waist. 4 Gigant front pockets! MTM buttons. Removable MTM Mugler shoulder tabs. Red lining! Leather look (tissue: ...
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1990s Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Vintage Semi-Sheer Panels Bodycon Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Naples, FL
Thierry Mugler Vintage Semi-Sheer Panels Bodycon Black Dress FR 42
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1990s Thierry Mugler Clothing

1980s Thierry Mugler Khaki Faux-Wrap Tie Accent Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beige Thierry Mugler collared tie dress, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the 1980s, this fabulous dress features three-quarter-length sleeves, a plunging neckline, and ...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Red Buclé Asymmetric Chain Runway Bodycon Wool Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a bright red bouclé knit wool blend dress designed by Thierry Mugler for his Fall/Winter 1999 collection. This piece debuted as look number 15 in the season's runway presentation...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

NWT 1990s Thierry Mugler Navy Blue Pinstripe Size 4 Vintage 90s Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with original store tags early 90s THIERRY MUGLER navy blue and white pinstriped skirt suit ! This power suit features a tailored blazer feat...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Dress with Cut out
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black light weight wool dress from Thierry Mugler. It is semi fitted with long sleeves, a small black buckle at the front neck and a cut out below it. The hemline is asym...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

S/S 1998 Thierry Mugler Black Pendant Structured Bust Full Length Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful black Thierry Mugler dress, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this dress features a sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps, a mermaid like skirt, and silver accents at the bust. The season's haute couture runway featured many designs with similar pendant adornments. Absolutely stunning, this little black dress shows Mugler's ability to turn a classic black dress...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Draped & Fringed Cocktail Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Geneva, CH
Brilliantly constructed, this 90s Thierry Mugler is a wonderful example of his work. Cut from soft black viscose, the dress is artfully draped and gathered to produce a wrapping effe...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler collectable intense “red-pink” hourglass jacket, circa 1980s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in London, GB
Thierry Mugler debuted in 1973. He is one of the most important fashion designers of the modern era. He is a major force in “power dressing,” the sexy and powerful clothes that help...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Old Hollywood Glamour 30's Style Dress Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Thierry Mugler Couture rich black velvet bias cut gown with thigh high slit. Fully lined in red silk charmeuse designed to show at arm openings and side leg slit. Also fe...
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Early 2000s Thierry Mugler Clothing

Short burgundy crepe dress with silver metal buckle Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Short burgundy crepe dress with silver metal buckle
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Vintage Black Asymetric Bias Cut Ruffled Cocktail Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage black asymetric bias cut ruffled cocktail dress featuring MANFRED THIERRY MUGLER's typical sculptural cut, sensuality and aesthetic. This dress features : - A...
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20th Century French Thierry Mugler Clothing

S/S 1990 Thierry Mugler Runway Quilted Red Quilted Leather Cropped Bolero Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful bright red quilted leather Theirry Mugler moto jacket, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1990 "Été Hawaii" collection, this stunning jacket debuted on the season's runway modeled by Dianne Brill...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

1986 "Militeuse" wrapped dress in thin wool with red collar Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
"Militeuse" 's wrapped dress in thin wool with red collar. SIZE: 40
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Silk Animal Leopard Print Top, C.1990
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Atlanta, GA
Purrrr-fection! This Thierry Mugler C.1990 silk top is loaded with feline details beyond the animal print. It snaps at the back with an hourglass silhouette which nips at the waist...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Apple green wool wrapped jacket with hood Thierry Mugler Activ
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Apple green wool wrapped jacket with hood. Silver metal details on the belt ( in the middle back with a snap underneath) and in the middle front. ( same with a snap underneath) The...
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1980s Italian Thierry Mugler Clothing

Pink dress with bow and cutwork on the shoulders Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink dress with bow and cutwork on the shoulders. Top stitched belt. Pockets. Zip in the middle back. Rayon lining only on the bust part. SIZE 38 (M)
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler 1980s Nip Waist Green & Brown Stripe Skirt Suit Snap Back Skirt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Thierry Mugler 1980s Green & brown stripe nip waist, big shoulder jacket and high waist snap back pencil skirt. The jacket has wide shoulders, the sleeves are set in with curved seam...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Black skirt suit in wool with black satin collar Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black skirt suit in wool with black satin collar. The satin collar is stitched on the top of the wool collar. Cut work on the back. SIZE 36 (S)
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler black raffia lace sculpted jacket, ss 1999
By Thierry Mugler
Located in London, GB
▪ Thierry Mugler black raffia lace sculpted jacket ▪ Constructed entirely with raffia ribbon ▪ Nipped waist ▪ Hook front fastening ▪ Size: Medium ▪ Exact collection unknown, probab...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

2000s Thierry Mugler Couture Sheer Knit Stripe Silver Metallic Painted Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black and white sheer striped Thierry Mugler knit dress. From the early 2000s, this fabulous dress features asymmetrical stri...
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Early 2000s Italian Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Cold Shoulder Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous shoulder baring black dress from Thierry Mugler Couture. The dress is semi fitted with lots of flattering vertical seaming and it slightly f...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

THIERRY MUGLER Vintage blue viscose futuristic curved seams peplum jacket FR42 L
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Hong Kong, NT
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage blue viscose futuristic curved seams peplum jacket FR42 L Reference: GIYG/A00165 Brand: Thierry Mugler Material: Viscose Color: ...
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2010s Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Vintage Black Wool & Claw Ornaments Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage black wool and claw ornaments skirt suit. JACKET features : - Tailored typical MUGLER's cut. - Structured shoulders. - Faux astrakahn black fur detail on coll...
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20th Century French Thierry Mugler Clothing

F/W 1998 Thierry Mugler Structural Green Grey Wool Striped Hourglass Pant Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a striking dark green power suit designed by Manfred Thierry Mugler for his Fall/Winter 1998 collection, with a similar suit debuting on the season's runway. The jacket fe...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Late 1970s Thierry Mugler Denim Mesh Corset Bustier Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning denim and mesh Thierry Mugler corset top. From the late 1970s, this top features a zipper at the front, mesh panels at the side...
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1970s Italian Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler Vintage One Shoulder Black Fringe Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage superb one shoulder black fringe dress. This dress features : - Bow detail and snap button closure on right shoulder. - Cut ...
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20th Century French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler White Vintage Hourglass Logo Star Blazer 1990's Era
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Carmel, CA
Thierry Mugler blazer. Vintage, 1990's era. Beautiful white blazer with lightening bolt cutouts and signature silver star buttons which each feature a clear gem at the center. This b...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

THIERRY MUGLER Vintage cobalt blue futuristic collar peplum jacket FR42 L
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Hong Kong, NT
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage cobalt blue futuristic collar peplum jacket FR42 L Reference: GIYG/A00163 Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Material: Viscose Color: Blue Pa...
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2010s Thierry Mugler Clothing

Tennis stripe skirt-suit in wool with branded snap. Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tennis stripe skirt-suit in wool with branded snap.Double-breasted jacket . Wrap skirt. SIZE 38 (M)
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Clothing

Thierry Mugler clothing for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Thierry Mugler clothing available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red, blue, pink and other tones. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, and Christian Lacroix appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Thierry Mugler clothing from top boutiques around the world. Thierry Mugler clothing prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $109 and tops out at $98,885, while the average work can sell for $1,670.
Questions About Thierry Mugler Clothing
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Thierry Mugler's nationality was French. He was born in Strasbourg, France, in 1948 and moved to Paris at the age of 24. In 1973, he founded his eponymous brand and introduced his first line, called Café de Paris. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage Thierry Mugler apparel and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Thierry Mugler stepped down from his eponymous fashion house in 2002. In the 2010s, Mugler’s archival designs, especially from his 1995 haute couture show, once more took center stage, coinciding with the resurgence of camp in fashion and the return of bodycon dresses. The brand’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. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Thierry Mugler pieces from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Thierry Mugler is most famous for his evening gowns and his dramatic fashion shows. His 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. 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. Shop a collection of Thierry Mugler from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Thierry Mugler became popular during the 1980s and 1990s. In the 1970s, the forward-looking fashion designer founded his brand with his first personal collection. During the 1980s, his couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, and he eventually gained fans in celebrities and models such as Naomi Campbell, George Michael and even RuPaul. He gained popularity 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. In recent years, there has been renewed interest in his evening gowns due to celebrities like Cardi B. and Kim Kardashian wearing his dresses on the red carpet. Shop an assortment of vintage Thierry Mugler pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Thierry Mugler's style is often described as avant garde. He was known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his pieces that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, and an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials like PVC and leather. Shop our collection of Thierry Mugler pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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