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How did Dolce & Gabbana get started?
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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.
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NWT 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Bodycon Stretch Sleeveless Beach Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the late 1990s, this chic black stretch Dolce & Gabbana dress features thin straps, a square neckline, and small slits on either side. This never-worn Dolce & Gabbana beach dres...
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
S/S 1992 Dolce & Gabbana Lime Faux Pearl Beaded Green Tulle Bralette
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a lime green tulle bralette from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring/Summer 1992 collection. Debuting on the season's runway as part of look 24, modeled by Linda Evangelista, this airy piece is constructed from layered ruffled tulle embellished with scattered faux pearl beads. Also featured in the "Baby Doll" editorial for the February 1992 issue of Vogue Italia, captured by Walter Chin...
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1990s Italian Crop Tops
Dolce & Gabbana New Red Polyurethane Heart Dress Puff Sleeves Shoulders 1990s
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red polyurethane mini dress from Dolce & Gabbana. It's new with the tags attached. It has a crew neckline and fabulous large puffed upper sleeves and shoulders. It i...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses
DOLCE & GABBANA 90's Vintage Yellow Floral Boned Maxi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Dolce and Gabbana
Vintage
1990's
94% silk with some stretch
Hard boning throughout
Yellow, pink, and red floral print
Back zip
Low neckline
Extremely flattering silhouette
Size IT42 ...
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1990s Evening Gowns
DOLCE & GABBANA 90's Vintage Silk Black Floral Bustier Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Dolce & Gabbana
1990's
Vintage
Pristine
60% silk blend
IT44 (maybe could also fit an IT46)
Requires a D or larger breast cup
Measurements in inches laying flat: length of dress 3...
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1990s Cocktail Dresses
DOLCE & GABBANA 90's Vintage Gray Green Crystal Pencil Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Dolce & Gabbana
1990's
Vintage
Gray/green hued dress
Crystals on the straps and buttons
No size tag, fits like an IT44 Medium/Large
Lots of stretch
Excellent Condition, no flaws
Hat ...
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