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What is Thierry Mugler most famous for?
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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
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F/W 1995 Thierry Mugler Black & White Couturissime Sculptural Peplum Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
An exceptional and highly sought-after Thierry Mugler black and white jacket from the iconic 1995 collection, as seen on the runway and later featured in the acclaimed Thierry Mugler...
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1990s Jackets
Black wool boléro jacket THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool boléro jacket. Rayon or acetate lining. Raglan sleeve. Shoulder pad. Snap closure on the middle front.
Front lenght: 38cm
Back lenght : 46cm
SIZE 44 (Fr) L
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1990s French Bolero Jackets
Single breasted jacket with check pattern and black velvet detail THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Single breasted jacket with check pattern and black velvet details (pocket, snap and collar) Main fabric composition: silk. Velvet composition: cotton. Lining: rayon or acetate. Sho...
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1990s French Single-Breasted Jackets
F/W 1992 Thierry Mugler Black Velvet Sculpted Bustier Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Vintage Thierry Mugler black velvet bustier top from the Fall Winter 1992 collection. Crafted in black velvet, the top features a sharply sculpted corset silhouette with structured, ...
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1990s Bustiers
F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler Yellow Les Infernales Lightning Bolt Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Thierry Mugler rare yellow skirt suit ensemble from the Fall/Winter 1988 “Les Infernales” collection, as seen on the runway. This iconic design was also famously worn by Kim Cattrall...
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1980s Skirt Suits
S/S 1997 Thierry Mugler 'Les Insectes' Black Fringe Tassel Runway Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
An archival piece from Thierry Mugler’s iconic Spring Summer 1997 'Les Insectes' collection, and as seen on the runway. This sculptural jacket is defined by dramatic cascading fringe...
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