Elsa Schiaparelli's "Sleeping de Schiaparelli" Perfume Sachets
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
"Sleeping," is one of many perfumes Schiaparelli designed, debuted for her summer 1940 collection.
Elsa Schiaparelli's "Sleeping de Schiaparelli" Perfume Sachets
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
"Sleeping," is one of many perfumes Schiaparelli designed, debuted for her summer 1940 collection.
Elsa Schiaparelli's "Sleeping de Schiaparelli" Perfume Sachets
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
"Sleeping," is one of many perfumes Schiaparelli designed, debuted for her summer 1940 collection.
Elsa's Schiaparelli's 'Sleeping de Schiaparelli' Perfume Sachets
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
"Sleeping," is one of many perfumes Schiaparelli designed, debuted for her summer 1940 collection.
Vintage Elsa Schiaparelli Clip-On Earrings, Topaz & Boris Aurealis Glass 40's
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in North Miami, FL
The combination of faceted smoky topaz crystal glass with turquoise Boris Aurealis glass stones and clear rhinestones set of with a flower top in gilt metal make these signed vintage...
Crystal, Brass
Couture Elsa Schiaparelli Baretti Georgian Cannetille Beaded 4Piece Parure c1950
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Chicago, IL
Distinguished by the tightly coiled style of Georgian-period-inspired cannetille gold wire that decorates the four pieces of this parure, French costume-jewelry designer Lina Baretti...
Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
Price Upon Request
Schiaparelli Haute Couture Black Changeant Faille Evening Jacket
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
"France gave me the inspiration: America gave me the approval" Elsa Schiaparelli Chic faille Haute Couture evening jacket by Schiaparelli from the early 1940's.
$547Sale Price / set|27% Off
Clip-on earring by E. Schiaparelli Italy, different rhinestones, designed 1950s
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage earclip by Elsa Schiaparelli/ Italy, designed in the 1950's , consisting of differnt glass stones by Swarovski. Measurement: Hight 3,5 cm x 3 cm, deep 1 cm Featrures: - ...
Crystal, Rhodium
Clip-on earring by Schiaparelli Italy multicolor and vari cut rhinestones, 1950s
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Schiaparelli costume ear clip of the 1950's Italy, made of yellow cut rhinestones, 2 olive green leaves in glass and 4 blue aurora round rhinestones Measurement: The earclip are 4...
Gilt Metal
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
1930s House of Schiaparelli Studio Green Gripoix Parure Haute Couture Early Set
Located in Hyattsville, MD
The Decadence of Early Haute Couture released by the hands of Elsa Schiaparelli. Early 1930’s -1940’s House of Schiaparelli Studio in France.
Art Glass
Elsa Schiaparelli Gold Mesh Crystal Tassel Necklace
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Wilton, CT
Signed Schiaparelli gold mesh crystal tassel necklace. Extremely limited edition SCHIAPARELLI mesh, crystal and crystal tassel fringed lariat is vivid, modern and demure. So easy t...
Schiaparelli Goldtone Leaf Ruby Tone Jeweled Earrings
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Elsa Schiaparelli 1940s clip earrings. Each earring has three goldtone leaves and two ruby tone textured jewels.
Ruby, Base Metal
Schiaparelli Brooch and Earrings 1940s Silvertone and Blue Stones
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a beautiful blue and silver-tone 1940s Elsa Schiaparelli brooch and clip-on earrings set. The brooch measures 2 3/8" x 2 3/8". It is silver-tone metal set with beau...
Roger Jean Pierre, probably for Elsa SCHIAPARELLI, large old BROOCH
By Roger Jean-Pierre
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent large old brooch, vintage 30s - 40s, gold metal, glass rhinestones, by Haute Couture designer ROGER Jean Pierre, probably for Elsa SCHIAPARELLI, dimensions 9 x 4 cm, weig...
Mixed Metal
Unavailable
H 0.5 in W 1 in L 7.5 in
Mid-20th Century Silver, Austrian Crystal & Molded Glass Bracelet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1940'S Elsa Schiaparelli Style Silver Plate, Austrian Crystal & Molded Art Glass Stone Bracelet.
rare ELSA SCHIAPARELLI 1930's velvet & silk embriodered coat
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare embroidered silk coat with silk velvet and handmade buttons from ELSA SCHIAPARELLI dating to the late 1930's. Fits a size 2 or 4. Made in France. Excellent condition.
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Size: Equivalent French Size 34/36
An Elsa Schiaparelli Bar Jacket in Cream Silk Numbered 89254 Circa 1947-1950
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1947-1950 France Haute Couture Bar set jacket in ivory silk Ottoman by Elsa Schiapparelli dating from the late 1950s. Jacket replica of the New-Look Bar set by Christian Dior ...
Schiaparelli Earrings
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Austin, TX
Schiaparelli Earrings clip on. Condition: as is 1 1/4" L x 1/2" W
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H 1.19 in W 0.79 in
Clip-on earring by E. Schiaparelli Italy, different rhinestones, designed 1940/5
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage clip-on earring designed by Schiaparelli in the 1950s Italy. The ear clips are made of red rhinestones, each in a different shape, e.g. the large red stone is the typical ...
Crystal
Schiaparelli Paris Pink Fur felt breton hat with Rhinestones and Tassel
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measurements: 22.25" 5" crown depth 3.5" brim at widest point Labels: Schiaparelli, Paris Ethol Hotelling, Kalamazoo This vintage Schiaparelli hat is available to be viewe...
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H 1.5 in W 0.79 in D 0.4 in
Clip-on Earring by Schiaparelli Italy, red frosted glass and gilt metal, 1950's
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Vintage red frosted glass and gilt metal earring by Elsa Schiaparelli, Italy 1940/50's. All other stones are looking frosted.
Gilt Metal
Black chiné Elsa Schiaparelli 1940's skirt -suit
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black with white chiné wool skirt-suit. Interesting collar effect like a tie. Black silk lining ( jacket only) with Schiaparelli's signature
Rare 1940s Elsa Schiaparelli Sheer Blush Nightgown with Velvet Bows & Lace Trim
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Kingston, NY
Rare 1940s Elsa Schiaparelli Sheer Pink Nightgown with Velvet Bows and Lace Trim This exquisite nightgown is a true rarity from legendary surrealist designer Elsa Schiaparelli, dati...
Signed Rare Vintage Schiaparelli Faceted Austrian Crystals Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in North Miami, FL
This rarely seen and very special signed gorgeous bracket by Elsa Schiaparelli is smoky gray green Austrian faceted crystals that are linked by rhodium plating .In between each large...
Crystal, Rhodium
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Size: Best fits XS/S see measurements
Schiaparelli Green Jacket and Skirt Suit Set with Crossover Detail, circa 1950
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in San Francisco, CA
Schiaparelli sage green midi length skirt suit, estimated late 1940s, early 1950s. Criss cross panel at front jacket fastens with mottled green buttons. Light padding at jacket hip c...
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Size: Diameter 1,5 cm to 4 cm
42 Ceramic Buttons Possibly Jean Clément for Elsa Schiaparelli Circa 1930/1940
By Jean Clement
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1930/1940 France 42 glazed ceramic buttons possibly by Jean Clément for The house designer Elsa Schiaparelli from the 1930s / 1940s.
Vintage 1940's Schiaparelli Inspired 'Hands On' Silk Appliqué Lace Bra & Panties
By Elsa Schiaparelli, Schiaparelli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Words can not describe how sensational this rare early 1940's Schiaparelli inspired surrealist 'Hands On' lingerie set is!
Vintage Schiaparelli Lime Set
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Austin, TX
Period: 1940s Hallmark: Schiaparelli Condition: perfect Dimensions: brooch H 3 Inch, earrings H 1.4 Inch Materials: base metal, rhinestones, faux gemstones Free worldwide shipping. F...
Base Metal
Vintage Schiaparelli Brooch With Rhinestones 1940s
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Austin, TX
Period: 1940s Hallmark: Schiaparelli Condition: perfect Dimensions: H 2.75 Inch Materials: base metal, rhinestones, faux diamonds
1940s Schiapperelli Paris Swirl Hat
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Rockwood, ON
There is soon to be a Met exhibit featuring Elsa Schiaperelli so you pretty much guarantee that her pieces will increase in value. So the time to snatch up great pieces is now! This ...
Mid-20th Century Silver, Austrian Crystal & Molded Glass Bracelet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1940'S Elsa Schiaparelli Style Silver Plate, Austrian Crystal & Molded Art Glass Stone Bracelet.
1940s Schiaparelli Huge Topaz Earrings
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Chicago, IL
These huge Elsa Schiaparelli clip-on earrings are from the 1940s. Each earring is made up of a large faceted light brown topaz glass stone set with two additional stones and an auro...
Base Metal
1940s Schiaparelli Heart Brooch and Earrings
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Winnetka, IL
Demi-parure set consisting of a heart-shaped, sculptural brooch and clip earrings by couturier Elsa Schiaparelli. Schiaparelli was known for her high quality costume jewelry and inno...
Base Metal
Schiaparelli by Fownes Cream Gloves w Hand Sewn Beaded Rhinestones Orignal tag
By Fownes, Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Schiaparelli, by Fownes, Cream Gloves with Hand Sewn Multi Color Beaded Rhinestones. Original paper Schiaparelli tag still on. Glove size 7. Normal vintage wear on the gloves from ag...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2003 Unworn Corset Lace Up Costellation Print Silk Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2003 Unworn Corset Lace Up Constellation Astrology Print Plunging Bustier Neckline Silk Asymmetric Dress Size S FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @OPULENTADDICT
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
2000s Donatella Versace Green Pink ethereal mesh corset bustier cocktail dress
By Donatella Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
2000's Donatella Versace Green & Pink ethereal mesh corset cocktail dress MADE IN ITALY. Spaghetti strap shoulders, fitted Body, Concealed zip up back, hand sewn sequin detaili...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2007 "Witches" Black Red Silk Taffeta Bubble Evening Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2007 "Witches" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Evening Gown Color(s): Shades of black, red Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Cont...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli
By Schiaparelli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots. The Robe is draped on the shoulders and close with gold metal buttons. The dress is draped on the bust with tulle sh...
Schiaparelli Talleyrand Silhouette Revival Stovepipe Hat
By Elsa Schiaparelli, Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Schiaparelli's 1945 Talleyrand Silhouette revival stove pipe hat is a later 1950's interpretation of her earlier design. When Schiaparelli returned to Paris, she presented her first...
Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...
Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare vintage 1940s Chanel couture gown. Straight silhouette gown comprising a skirt and a blouse, delicate plunging backline decorated with a bow. Material: silk, lac...
$656Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring, Signet Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any o...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...
1890S Purple Wool Victorian With Taffeta Cape
Located in New York, NY
1890S Purple Wool Victorian With Taffeta Cape
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
Tom Ford for Yves Saint SS 2002 Laurent Animal Printed Silk Chiffon Dress Set L
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche S/S 2002 Safari Collection Animal Printed Silk Dress ( consists of top and skirt ) Size tag missing, approx. size L 100% Silk Chi...
From her signature color Shocking Pink to her collaborations with Surrealist artists, the boldly original Elsa Schiaparelli transformed fashion with her haute couture house from the late 1920s to the early ’50s. Experimenting with elements like trompe l’oeil images and colorful visible zippers, the Italian designer instilled a provocative avant-garde artistry in her clothing and accessories, including those created with Salvador Dalí, such as the lobster dress and a hat shaped like a shoe.
Born in Rome, Schiaparelli was a rebellious child who grew up among the city’s intellectual elite. She had a voracious appetite for reading and became interested in ancient cultures, astronomy and world religions. Schiaparelli studied philosophy at the University of Rome, and after publishing a collection of poems on love and sensuality that so mortified her conservative parents that they tried, unsuccessfully, to confine her to a Swiss convent, she left for London.
A quick marriage to Count Wilhelm de Wendt de Kerlor brought her to New York, but it would be in Paris following her divorce that Schiaparelli embraced her artistic passions. She moved to the French capital city in 1922 with her young daughter and happened to meet master couturier Paul Poiret, who loaned the stylish Schiaparelli his clothes, sparking her own fashion interests.
Schiaparelli opened her modest atelier in Paris and debuted her first collection of knitwear in 1927, and later that year, she designed a black-and-white pullover hand-knit wool sweater featuring a trompe l’oeil bowknot that captured the attention of the fashion world. Vogue called it “an artistic masterpiece.” The success led to her moving her house to 21 Place Vendôme in 1935 where thousands of garments were produced each year.
Schiaparelli’s knitwear collections were later accompanied by revolutionary swimsuits and other clothing and accessories. Her inventive designs would include culottes — a radical statement in the 1930s when women still could cause a scandal by wearing pants — as well as printed fabric, such as the 1938 Tears dress with a print designed by Dalí making it appear as if the evening gown had been savagely ripped.
Schiaparelli was among the first designers to use materials like rayon and Lurex as well as explore wrap dresses and transparent raincoats. She also introduced unisex fragrances and brought her artistic partnerships into jewelry, such as bronze brooches made with Alberto Giacometti and fur-lined bracelets with Méret Oppenheim. As she wrote in her 1954 autobiography Shocking Life, women should “dare to be different.”
Despite her acclaim, her shop closed in 1954 after a tumultuous time during World War II. By then, fashion had moved on with Christian Dior's New Look, and the closure of Schiaparelli's business coincided with a comeback mounted by Coco Chanel, her archrival in the early days.
In 2006, Italian businessman Diego Della Valle acquired the brand and its archives, and the Maison Schiaparelli was reopened in 2012, back at 21 Place Vendôme where Schiaparelli's fearless and enduring work began.
Find vintage Elsa Schiaparelli hats, evening dresses and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
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