Pre-Loved Missoni Women's Black Mesh Layered Houndstooth Panel Dress
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Marked Size: 8 (UK)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:
Missoni
In 1953, Ottavio “Tai” (1921–2013) and Rosita (b. 1931) Missoni opened a small knitwear shop in Gallarate, Italy, paving the way for what would become an iconic style of colorful chevron knit.
Missoni began with a tracksuit, which featured zippers down the legs because, as Rosita recalls it, “Tai was too lazy to take off his shoes when putting them on.” The couple’s fashion really took off, though, once they discovered the Raschel knitting machine on a trip to a shawl factory. The machine enabled the Missonis to knit multiple colors in a zigzag pattern, a motif that would go on to become synonymous with the Missoni brand across everything from its alluring vintage day dresses and sweaters to its purses, seating and rugs.
Missoni held its first fashion show in Florence in 1967 and caused a bit of a sensation when the models’ Lurex dresses proved translucent under the lights at the Pitti Palace. Scandal aside, the show went down in history as a hit, and the Missonis soon made their debut in the United States with the help of legendary fashion editor Diana Vreeland, who gave the variegated Missoni stripe the Vogue seal of approval, saying, “Who says a rainbow has seven colors? It has many shades.” (It was also Vreeland who reportedly introduced the Missonis to Neiman Marcus president Stanley Marcus, effectively shepherding the brand to the American market.)
Missoni’s many-shaded rainbow would soon become an emblem of the 1970s fashion scene, earning the brand a permanent place in the fashion canon. In 1973, the New York Times proclaimed: “Missoni’s weaved garments have ended up universal materialistic trifles, as Vuitton sacks and Gucci shoes.”
The brand branched into the home market in 1983, with Rosita overseeing this new venture, which included furniture, textiles and accessories. Daughter Angela succeeded her mother at the helm of the brand, where she still serves as president and creative director today; her brother Luca is CEO, while her daughter Margherita is creative director of offshoot M Missoni.
Find vintage Missoni clothing and accessories today on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: London, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Gucci Women's Black Leather & 18kt Diamond Aquarius Dog Tag PendantBy GucciLocated in London, GBCONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to tag is evident. Minimal wear to the front with tiny scuffs to the leather on this used Gucci designer resale item. Details Black Leathe...Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Other
- Herve Leger Women's Amber & Brown Gemstone Charm Key RingBy Herve LégerLocated in London, GBCONDITION is Never worn, with tags. No visible wear to key ring is evident on this new Herve Leger designer resale item. Original box included. Details Silver, brown & amber Me...Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Other
- Mulberry Women's Vintage Red Leather Croc Embossed Lipstick Pouch with MirrorBy MulberryLocated in London, GBCONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to case is evident. Minimal wear to the corners with scuff marks and a dark mark to the front on this used Mulberry designer resale item. Deta...Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Other
- Fred Women's Analogue WatchBy FredLocated in London, GBCONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to watch is evident. Minimal wear/scuffs seen to the watch face and wristband on this used Fred designer resale item. Details Silver Hour and minute hands Water resistant Swiss-made Folding clasp fastening Composition Silver Size & Fit Size: Small Wrist circumference: 14cm / 5.5in All of CSD’s luxury consignment used designer accessories...Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Other
- Gucci Black Supreme GG Monogram UmbrellaBy GucciLocated in London, GBCONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to umbrella is evident. Minimal wear to the umbrella base with scratches and indents to the metal, the cover also has a small hole on this used G...Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Other
- Missoni Missoni Mare Wavy Striped Knit HeadbandBy MissoniLocated in London, GBCONDITION is Never worn. No visible wear to headband is evident on this new Missoni Mare designer resale item. Details Multicolour Synthetic Knit headband...Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Other
- Roberto Cavalli Pink and Gold Leather Key Holder, Fob, or Purse CharmBy Roberto CavalliLocated in Tustin, CAStriking and unusual, hand made in Italy, designer Roberto Cavalli, leather key holder, key chain, or purse charm in beautiful shades of pink and metallic gold. Accent that special ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other
- Christian Dior Beautiful Fan with LogoBy Christian DiorLocated in Hoffman Estates, ILRare and beautiful Christian Dior fan with iconic logo details.Category
2010s Other
- Elsa's Schiaparelli's 'Sleeping de Schiaparelli' Perfume SachetsBy Elsa SchiaparelliLocated in New York, NYSchiaparelli's Mint in Box, Sleeping perfume sachets.Of Sleeping blue silk satin, hand stiched with Schiaparelli's signature S. Still fragrent wrapped in the origional unopened celophane,tied with vibrant yellow ribbon. Excellent condition. "Sleeping," is one of many perfumes Schiaparelli designed, debuted for her summer 1940 collection. For her spring 1939 Commedia dell' arte collection, Schiaparelli had been inspired by Man Ray's 1939 painting...Category
1940s French Other
- Saint Tropez For Louis Vuitton Framed Painting by AndreBy Louis VuittonLocated in London, GBElevate your art collection with this exquisite Limited Edition Saint Tropez painting, a masterpiece created by the renowned artist Andre, exclus...Category
2010s Other
- Vintage Gianni Versace UmbrellaBy Gianni VersaceLocated in Glasgow, GBVintage Gianni Versace umbrella from the eponymous brand. Golden brown toned wood shaft featuring a hooked wooden handle embellished with the signature cut out style medusa head logo...Category
1990s Italian Other
- Chanel N°5 Factory Collection Limited Edition The Body Oil & Hair NewBy ChanelLocated in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NLLimited Edition for collectors. Very hard to find. Chanel's Factory 5 collection is here, and it's another reason why I'm so in love with the brand. Chanel has a long history of t...Category
2010s French Other
