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Gucci Silver plate Quail Penholder  1970s Italy
Gucci Silver plate Quail Penholder  1970s Italy

Gucci Silver plate Quail Penholder 1970s Italy

$1,420

H 5.91 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in

Gucci Silver plate Quail Penholder 1970s Italy

By Gucci

Located in Den Haag, NL

Gucci vintage silver plated quail penholder mounted on a Black stitched leather base ,with a

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

1970s Gucci Mallard Duck Figural Metal Sculpture Pair
1970s Gucci Mallard Duck Figural Metal Sculpture Pair

1970s Gucci Mallard Duck Figural Metal Sculpture Pair

By Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Gucci's country and equestrian influences and elevate them, making them chic and shiny. These statues

Category

1970s Italian Sculptures

GUCCI Italy Brown Suede Blondie Clutch Bag c 1970s
GUCCI Italy Brown Suede Blondie Clutch Bag c 1970s

GUCCI Italy Brown Suede Blondie Clutch Bag c 1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

GUCCI Italy brown suede clutch bag c 1970s The stylish 1970s clutch is covered with light brown

Category

1970s Italian Clutches

Vintage Gucci Barware Set Pitcher Carafe & High Ball Glasses
Vintage Gucci Barware Set Pitcher Carafe & High Ball Glasses

Vintage Gucci Barware Set Pitcher Carafe & High Ball Glasses

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Gucci 7pc barware set: GG Logo Webbing Pitcher or Carafe with 6 high ball glasses, likely

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Gucci Vintage Blue Suede Gold Chain Clutch Pochette Handbag
Gucci Vintage Blue Suede Gold Chain Clutch Pochette Handbag

Gucci Vintage Blue Suede Gold Chain Clutch Pochette Handbag

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

A true gem from Gucci's heritage, this vintage dark blue suede clutch pochette dates back to Italy

Category

1970s Italian Clutches

GUCCI Italy Rare Black Leather Hand Clasp Wallet c 1970s
GUCCI Italy Rare Black Leather Hand Clasp Wallet c 1970s

GUCCI Italy Rare Black Leather Hand Clasp Wallet c 1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

GUCCI Italy rare black leather hand clasp wallet c 1970s The iconic Gucci wallet is designed with a

Category

1970s Italian Wallets

Gucci Vintage Brown Logo Canvas GG Tan Leather Boston Bag
Gucci Vintage Brown Logo Canvas GG Tan Leather Boston Bag

Gucci Vintage Brown Logo Canvas GG Tan Leather Boston Bag

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Embrace a piece of vintage luxury with this Gucci Boston Bag, a timeless classic that perfectly

Category

1970s Top Handle Bags

Gucci Gold and Silver Sun Face Earrings
Gucci Gold and Silver Sun Face Earrings

Gucci Gold and Silver Sun Face Earrings

By Gucci

Located in Darnestown, MD

Sun face earrings by Gucci. Sterling faces are surrounded by a ring of gold. French backs - both

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Gucci Vintage Blue Leather Box Shoulder Bag with Lapis Closure
Gucci Vintage Blue Leather Box Shoulder Bag with Lapis Closure

Gucci Vintage Blue Leather Box Shoulder Bag with Lapis Closure

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

A truly exquisite find, this Vintage Gucci shoulder bag embodies the refined elegance and

Category

1970s Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Gucci Vintage 1970s Black Leather Flask Holder with Insulated Bottle
Gucci Vintage 1970s Black Leather Flask Holder with Insulated Bottle

Gucci Vintage 1970s Black Leather Flask Holder with Insulated Bottle

By Gucci

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

A highly collectible and exceptionally rare vintage Gucci leather flask holder, dating to the early

Category

1970s Italian Barware

Vintage Gucci Camel Belted Trench Coat with Silk Equestrian Lining
Vintage Gucci Camel Belted Trench Coat with Silk Equestrian Lining

Vintage Gucci Camel Belted Trench Coat with Silk Equestrian Lining

By Gucci

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

This vintage Gucci trench coat beautifully reflects the brand’s historic equestrian heritage and

Category

1970s Italian Trench Coats

Early Gucci Long Raspberry Botanical Print Silk Shirt
Early Gucci Long Raspberry Botanical Print Silk Shirt

Early Gucci Long Raspberry Botanical Print Silk Shirt

By Gucci

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Stunning Gucci printed silk blouse from the 1970s. The all over raspberry bush botanical print

Category

1970s Italian Blouses and Tops

Vintage Gucci Enamel and Gilt Cigarette/Card Case
Vintage Gucci Enamel and Gilt Cigarette/Card Case

Vintage Gucci Enamel and Gilt Cigarette/Card Case

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare vintage Gucci cigarette or card case, featuring the brand’s iconic design elements. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Enamel

GUCCI Leather and Gold Metal Belt, Original Brand
GUCCI Leather and Gold Metal Belt, Original Brand

GUCCI Leather and Gold Metal Belt, Original Brand

$359Sale Price|20% Off

Size: MEDIUM

GUCCI Leather and Gold Metal Belt, Original Brand

By Gucci

Located in Milano, IT

Beautiful important belt designed by Gucci in the 1970s, original branding. The belt has a very

Category

1970s French Belts

Gucci Vintage Black Leather Desk Set 1970s
Gucci Vintage Black Leather Desk Set 1970s

Gucci Vintage Black Leather Desk Set 1970s

$3,078 / set

H 2.37 in W 13.39 in D 9.06 in

Gucci Vintage Black Leather Desk Set 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Munich, DE

Stunning Gucci desk set made of black leather and brass. Four pieces include: massive desktop

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

1970s Gucci Silk Scarf Navy & Gold Equestrian Chain Print
1970s Gucci Silk Scarf Navy & Gold Equestrian Chain Print

1970s Gucci Silk Scarf Navy & Gold Equestrian Chain Print

By Gucci

Located in London, GB

Gucci scarf from the 1970s showcases a dramatic navy and gold color palette with bridles, bits

Category

1970s Italian Scarves

Gucci Vintage Brown Micro GG Monogram Canvas Leather Shoulder Bag
Gucci Vintage Brown Micro GG Monogram Canvas Leather Shoulder Bag

Gucci Vintage Brown Micro GG Monogram Canvas Leather Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

This Gucci Vintage Micro GG Shoulder Bag is a charming example of the brand's classic style from

Category

1970s Italian Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Gucci Leather and Brass Bookends Italy 1970s
Gucci Leather and Brass Bookends Italy 1970s

Gucci Leather and Brass Bookends Italy 1970s

$1,847

H 5.52 in W 9.85 in D 5.52 in

Gucci Leather and Brass Bookends Italy 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Milano, IT

Reggilibri in pelle e ottone manifattura Gucci. Sotto marchio di fabbrica. Gucci è una casa di moda

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

1970s Gucci Canvas Monogram Hard Train Vanity Case
1970s Gucci Canvas Monogram Hard Train Vanity Case

1970s Gucci Canvas Monogram Hard Train Vanity Case

By Gucci

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Travel in style with this 1970s Gucci hard vanity train case. Beige monogram canvas with dark brown

Category

1970s Italian Luggage and Travel Bags

Vintage Gucci Leather and Wood Bar Box / Bottle Case
Vintage Gucci Leather and Wood Bar Box / Bottle Case

Vintage Gucci Leather and Wood Bar Box / Bottle Case

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant vintage bar box by Gucci, crafted in Italy and combining refined walnut veneer with rich

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Barware

Materials

Leather, Wood

Gucci 1970's Vintage Gold Plated Unisex Keychain With Original Case
Gucci 1970's Vintage Gold Plated Unisex Keychain With Original Case

Gucci 1970's Vintage Gold Plated Unisex Keychain With Original Case

By Gucci

Located in North Miami, FL

This vintage gold plated Gucci mens key chain can also be unsex. It has the Gucci marked on the

Category

1970s Italian Tech Accessories and Cases

Gucci Vintage Rare GG Monogram Suitcase Travel Luggage
Gucci Vintage Rare GG Monogram Suitcase Travel Luggage

Gucci Vintage Rare GG Monogram Suitcase Travel Luggage

By Gucci

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The classic stylish Gucci luggage is crafted of signature GG monogram on canvas. Extremely rare

Category

1970s Italian Suitcases and Trunks

Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Square G Shoulder Bag
Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Square G Shoulder Bag

Gucci Vintage Brown Suede and Leather Square G Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

This Gucci Square G shoulder bag is a captivating example of Italian craftsmanship from the 2010

Category

1970s Italian Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Kiss-Lock Black
1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Kiss-Lock Black

1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Kiss-Lock Black

$440Sale Price|20% Off

H 6 in W 2.5 in L 9 in

1970s Vintage GUCCI Leather Shoulder Bag Kiss-Lock Black

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI shoulder/crossbody bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black featuring

Category

1970s Italian Shoulder Bags

Gucci Long Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold, Italy Circa 1970
Gucci Long Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold, Italy Circa 1970

Gucci Long Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold, Italy Circa 1970

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Line, proportion, restraint. This Gucci necklace, crafted in 18K yellow gold in the 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Rope Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970's Gucci Silver and Enamel  Buckle Belt
1970's Gucci Silver and Enamel  Buckle Belt

1970's Gucci Silver and Enamel Buckle Belt

By Gucci

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Unique Gucci silver metal belt from the 1970s features cream and brown enamel pattern on each link

Category

1970s Italian Belts

Gucci Italy Opulent Gilt Metal Minaudiere Clutch c 1970s
Gucci Italy Opulent Gilt Metal Minaudiere Clutch c 1970s

Gucci Italy Opulent Gilt Metal Minaudiere Clutch c 1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy Opulent rare gilt metal minaudiere' clutch purse c 1970s The elegant rectangular

Category

1970s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970s Gucci Pewter Mini Sparrow Votive Holder Desk Accessory
1970s Gucci Pewter Mini Sparrow Votive Holder Desk Accessory

1970s Gucci Pewter Mini Sparrow Votive Holder Desk Accessory

By Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a miniature votive holder/trinket bowl by Gucci in the 1970s. In the form of a small

Category

1970s Italian For The Desk

Vintage Italian Gucci Horn Table Lamp 1970s
Vintage Italian Gucci Horn Table Lamp 1970s

Vintage Italian Gucci Horn Table Lamp 1970s

$2,700

H 21 in W 13 in D 13 in

Vintage Italian Gucci Horn Table Lamp 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Vintage Italian Gucci Horn Table Lamp from the 1970s, signed at the bottom, is a luxurious and

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Horn, Leather

Gucci 18k Gold Tapered Bib Collar Necklace, Italy, Circa 1970s
Gucci 18k Gold Tapered Bib Collar Necklace, Italy, Circa 1970s

Gucci 18k Gold Tapered Bib Collar Necklace, Italy, Circa 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic vintage 1970s Gucci bib collar is a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, featuring

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

An 18k Gold and Enamel Gucci Hazelnut Pill Box
An 18k Gold and Enamel Gucci Hazelnut Pill Box

An 18k Gold and Enamel Gucci Hazelnut Pill Box

By Gucci

Located in Amsterdam, NL

, signed: Gucci, Italy. weight: 23.14 g dimensions: 2.5 x 2 cm

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Gucci Wood and Leather Game Set, 1970s Italy
Gucci Wood and Leather Game Set, 1970s Italy

Gucci Wood and Leather Game Set, 1970s Italy

$8,800

H 2.25 in W 15.5 in D 13.5 in

Gucci Wood and Leather Game Set, 1970s Italy

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Quintessential vintage portable Gucci game set in the shape of a suitcase. Brown leather exterior

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Games

Materials

Brass

Gucci Wood and Leather Backgammon Set, 1970s Italy
Gucci Wood and Leather Backgammon Set, 1970s Italy

Gucci Wood and Leather Backgammon Set, 1970s Italy

$12,000

H 2.44 in W 14.19 in D 20.38 in

Gucci Wood and Leather Backgammon Set, 1970s Italy

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage portable Gucci backgammon set is a handsome throwback for any interior. Massive scale

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Games

Materials

Brass

Gucci, Italy - Fine Italian Equestrian Jewellery / Table Box - Silver Plate
Gucci, Italy - Fine Italian Equestrian Jewellery / Table Box - Silver Plate

Gucci, Italy - Fine Italian Equestrian Jewellery / Table Box - Silver Plate

By Gucci

Located in Bath, GB

, Gucci. Made from silver plate the box itself has a brushed satin finish with the lid mounted with a

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Silver Plate

Huge Gucci Oval Vintage Lucite Flags Tray 1970s
Huge Gucci Oval Vintage Lucite Flags Tray 1970s

Huge Gucci Oval Vintage Lucite Flags Tray 1970s

$1,420

H 0.4 in W 24.02 in D 18.12 in

Huge Gucci Oval Vintage Lucite Flags Tray 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Munich, DE

Rare Gucci serving tray oval form designed with waving European flags and executed in white lucite

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Gucci Enamel 18 Karat Gold Buckle Ring
Vintage Gucci Enamel 18 Karat Gold Buckle Ring

Vintage Gucci Enamel 18 Karat Gold Buckle Ring

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

A vintage enamel buckle ring with yellow and orange enamel by Gucci, circa 1970. This cute buckle

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

House of Gucci Silvered Geometric Picture Frame, circa 1970
House of Gucci Silvered Geometric Picture Frame, circa 1970

House of Gucci Silvered Geometric Picture Frame, circa 1970

By Gucci

Located in Atlanta, GA

Timeless luxury for your private interior with this exceptional Gucci-designed picture frame, a

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Nickel

Gucci 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Barrel Cufflinks
Gucci 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Barrel Cufflinks

Gucci 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Barrel Cufflinks

By Gucci

Located in Philadelphia, PA

maker's mark for Gucci Circa: 1970's Bars Measure: 1/4 x 13/16 inch Total Length: 1 inch Total Weight

Category

Vintage 1970s Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Gucci Horsebit Bookends, Tan Leather, Brass, Wood, Signed
Gucci Horsebit Bookends, Tan Leather, Brass, Wood, Signed

Gucci Horsebit Bookends, Tan Leather, Brass, Wood, Signed

$8,500 / set

H 6.82 in W 4.82 in D 5.75 in

Gucci Horsebit Bookends, Tan Leather, Brass, Wood, Signed

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Gucci Horsebit Bookends, Tan Leather, Brass, Wood, Signed. Medium scale bookends finished in

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Brass

Gucci Horsebit Picture Frame, Brass, Nickel, Signed
Gucci Horsebit Picture Frame, Brass, Nickel, Signed

Gucci Horsebit Picture Frame, Brass, Nickel, Signed

$3,150Sale Price|30% Off

H 7.28 in W 9 in D 3.25 in

Gucci Horsebit Picture Frame, Brass, Nickel, Signed

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Gucci Horsebit picture frame, brass, nickel, signed. Stirrup form photo frame finished in brass and

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Picture Frames

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Gucci Vintage Twisted Sail Money Clip Pin 1970s
Gucci Vintage Twisted Sail Money Clip Pin 1970s

Gucci Vintage Twisted Sail Money Clip Pin 1970s

$1,172

H 2.96 in W 0.99 in D 0.6 in

Gucci Vintage Twisted Sail Money Clip Pin 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Munich, DE

Gucci Vintage gold plated money clip and pin in original box signed with Gucci and in very good

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Gucci Rare Midnight Blue Equine Emblem Shoulder Bag c1970s
Gucci Rare Midnight Blue Equine Emblem Shoulder Bag c1970s

Gucci Rare Midnight Blue Equine Emblem Shoulder Bag c1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Rare midnight blue suede equine emblem shoulder bag c 1970s The luxurious gucci handbag is

Category

1970s Italian Shoulder Bags

Vintage Gucci Italian Miid-Century Modern Silver Crystal Ice Bucket Vase
Vintage Gucci Italian Miid-Century Modern Silver Crystal Ice Bucket Vase

Vintage Gucci Italian Miid-Century Modern Silver Crystal Ice Bucket Vase

By Gucci

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Add a touch of 1970s Italian glamour to your bar cart with this authentic vintage Gucci home

Category

Vintage 1970s Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver

1970s Gucci Gold Plated Snaffle Bit Leather Bookends - a Pair
1970s Gucci Gold Plated Snaffle Bit Leather Bookends - a Pair

1970s Gucci Gold Plated Snaffle Bit Leather Bookends - a Pair

$3,297Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 7.25 in W 7.75 in D 4.25 in

1970s Gucci Gold Plated Snaffle Bit Leather Bookends - a Pair

By Gucci

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

Fabulous, rare pair of vintage Gucci bookends, featuring gold plated snaffle bits mounted to

Category

Vintage 1970s Bookends

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Gucci Vintage 18K Gold Bar Cufflinks, Italy, Circa 1970, 5.2g
Gucci Vintage 18K Gold Bar Cufflinks, Italy, Circa 1970, 5.2g

Gucci Vintage 18K Gold Bar Cufflinks, Italy, Circa 1970, 5.2g

By Gucci

Located in Darien, CT

Vintage Gucci 18 Karat Gold Bar Cufflinks Finish off your black-tie look sporting these Iconic

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

1970's Vintage Gucci Italy 18k Gold Key Holder
1970's Vintage Gucci Italy 18k Gold Key Holder

1970's Vintage Gucci Italy 18k Gold Key Holder

By Gucci

Located in Miami, FL

An exquisite example of Gucci’s Unique design features three drop-down hooks for 18k gold key sets

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Gucci Leather Desk Notepad with Gilded Equestrian Motif, circa 1970
Gucci Leather Desk Notepad with Gilded Equestrian Motif, circa 1970

Gucci Leather Desk Notepad with Gilded Equestrian Motif, circa 1970

By Gucci

Located in Atlanta, GA

Enhance your private workspace with this rare Italian designer Gucci modernist desktop accessory, a

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Gucci Leather Hip Flask Perfume Bottle Set 1970s
Gucci Leather Hip Flask Perfume Bottle Set 1970s

Gucci Leather Hip Flask Perfume Bottle Set 1970s

$2,131

H 7.49 in W 7.09 in D 2.76 in

Gucci Leather Hip Flask Perfume Bottle Set 1970s

By Gucci

Located in Munich, DE

Silver plated hip flask or perfume bottle set designed in leather and engraved Gucci on the back of

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

GUCCI Vintage 70s Brown Leather Handbag Wood Handle Bag Rare
GUCCI Vintage 70s Brown Leather Handbag Wood Handle Bag Rare

GUCCI Vintage 70s Brown Leather Handbag Wood Handle Bag Rare

By Gucci

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Rare vintage GUCCI handbag from the 70's! It features wood handle and wood twist closure

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather, Wood

1970s Gucci Stirrup Buckle Dark Olive Green Suede Bucket Hat
1970s Gucci Stirrup Buckle Dark Olive Green Suede Bucket Hat

1970s Gucci Stirrup Buckle Dark Olive Green Suede Bucket Hat

By Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From the 1970s, this chic Gucci bucket hat is constructed entirely of soft olive green suede. The

Category

1970s Italian Hats

Gucci Italy Rare Sleek Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s
Gucci Italy Rare Sleek Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s

Gucci Italy Rare Sleek Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy Rare opulent gold plated minaudiere' clutch c 1970s The elegant gold metal clutch is

Category

1970s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Gucci 1979 For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary gucci 1979 you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Beige and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a gucci 1979 from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Gucci, Vittorio Accornero and MAURIZIO GUCCI are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding a gucci 1979 for sale for women should be easy, but there are 253 pieces available to browse for men as well.

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Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.

Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.

At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)

In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.

In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.

Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.

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