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What were blazers originally made for?
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Originally, blazers were made for the oarsmen on the rowing teams of Oxford and Cambridge in England. The rowers wore them prior to competitions, but then began to show up to social occasions in them. In 1893, blazers first appeared in Vogue as stylish alternatives to frock coats and lounge suits. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of blazers from some of the world's top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
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GIANNI VERSACE Vintage Floral Print Blazer with Medusa Buttons Size 8 10
By Gianni Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Gianni Versace blazer is composed of a lightweight floral print cotton.
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20th Century Italian Blazers
S/S 1994 Gianni Versace Couture Purple Floral Silk Printed Blazer Jacket IT38
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gianni Versace blazer from the Spring/Summer 1994 collection is cut in a fitted silhouette with structured shoulders and long sleeves.
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1990s Italian Blazers
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
S/S 1996 Gianni Versace Black Brown Abstract Star Print Medusa Blazer 40IT/6US
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gianni Versace blazer from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection is crafted in black with a brown abstract wavy line print and star motifs throughout.
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1990s Italian Blazers
S/S 1993 Gianni Versace Couture Black Floral Silk Medusa Blazer Jacket IT38
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful multicolored floral Gianni Versace blazer, designed by Gianni Versace. This gorgeous blazer from the Spring/Summer 1993 collection features a black background ...
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1990s Italian Blazers
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
S/S 1995 Gianni Versace Runway Ad Navy Double Breasted Medusa Blazer 44IT/10US
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gianni Versace blazer from the Spring/Summer 1995 collection is cut in a fitted silhouette with a wide peaked lapel and double-breasted closure.
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1990s Italian Blazers
Gianni Versace Vintage Red Blazer w Belt
By Gianni Versace
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage blazer designed by Gianni Versace in the 1990s, made in Italy.
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