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New Tom Ford For Gucci Farewell Collection Mink Python Velvet Heels SZ 8.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 8.5 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel ...
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New Tom Ford For Gucci Farewell Collection Mink Python Velvet Heels Sz 9
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 9 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel * ...
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Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Python Runway Ad Suede Boots Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Snake Suede Boots Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Ad Runway Python Boots RARE * Black * Super Soft Suede Uppers * Snakeskin Heels * 1/2" Front Platform * 5" Heel * Famo...
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New Tom Ford For Gucci Black Velvet Satin Final Collection Heels Sz 10
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Brand New * Stunning in Black Satin and Velvet * Rare Tom Ford's Farwell Collection * Satin Ankle Strap * Leather Insole * Size: 10 *Velvet Heel * 5" Heel * ....
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New Rare Spring 2005 Gucci Crocodile and Patent Leather Heels Mules Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New * Stunning in Black Patent Leather Spring 2005 * European Size: 37 * Crocodile Ankle Strap * Metallic Gold Insole * Brass Hardware * Patent Heel * 4.25" Heel * Comes...
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New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet 2004 Final Collection Heels Sz 8.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 8.5 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel ...
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New Tom Ford for Gucci Satin Runway Sarah Jessica Parker Heels Pumps Sz 9
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New As Seen on Sarah Jessica Parker * Stunning in Silver Satin * Tom Ford for Gucci * Size: 9 * Black Satin Bow at Front * Leather Insole * Zips up th...
Gucci by Tom Ford 2000s Mint Double Strap Sandals (8.5)
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Brooklyn, NY
VALHALLA VINTAGE Gucci by Tom Ford 2000's double strap kitten heel sandals in robin egg blue.
New Tom Ford for Gucci FW 2004 Mink Trim Python Heel Purple Shoes It 37.5 US 7.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Gucci Purple Mink Trim Shoes Heels AD Campaign Runway "Farewell" Collection F/W 2004 Italian size 37.5 B - US 7.5 B Piece of Fashion History - Every Model wore the...
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New Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Satin Ballerina Ad Runway Heels Pumps Sz 37.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New, Rare Collectible Ad Runway Heels * Stunning in Deep Plum * Tom Ford's Iconic Runway Heels * Euro Size: 37.5 * Adjustable Ankle Strap * Leather &a...
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New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet Satin Final Collection Heels Sz 6
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 6 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel * ...
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New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet 2004 Final Collection Heels Sz 9
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 9 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel * ...
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New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet 2004 Final Collection Heels Sz 9.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 9.5 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel ...
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New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet 2004 Final Collection Heels Sz 9.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 9.5 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel ...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Brown Crocodile Shoes Pumps 10 B - It. 40 B
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Brown Crocodile Heels Pumps Designer size - 10 B ( Italian 40 ) F/W 2002 Collection Genuine crocodile skin, Leather sole & insole, Stacked heels height - 4.5 inch...
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Crocodile Ballerina Heels Pumps in Light Chartreuse Sz 39
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New, Rare Collectible Ad Runway Heels * Stunning in Light Chartreuse Genuine Crocodile * Tom Ford's Iconic Runway Heels * Euro Size: 39 * Adjustable...
$1,388Sale Price|24% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Satin Runway Sarah Jessica Parker Heels Pumps Sz 10
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New As Seen on Sarah Jessica Parker * Stunning in Silver Satin * Size: 10 * Black Satin Bow at Front * Leather Insole * Zips up the Back * 4" Heel *...
Gucci by Tom Ford 2000s Pointed Toe Ostrich Heels (8)
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Brooklyn, NY
VALHALLA VINTAGE Gucci by Tom Ford 2000's brown ostrich pointed toe pumps with subtle burnished gradient. Stacked wood heel. Size: Labeled 8.5, runs small. Best fits 7.5 or 8 Heel...
Gucci Tom Ford Web Stripe Black Leather Mule Sandals Heels 6B
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Gucci Tom Ford era black heeled mule sandals featuring the house’s iconic green and red Web stripe. These Y2K Gucci sandals combine black leather, textile footbeds, thong str...
Gucci GG Monogram Pointed Toe Ankle Boots Heels Black Gold 6B Vintage
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Gucci black GG monogram ankle boots featuring a sharp pointed toe, stiletto heel and gold-tone Gucci horsebit hardware. Sleek early 2000s designer booties with tonal monogram...
Gucci Vintage Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Slip On Mules Sandals 8
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Gucci Vintage Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Slip On Mules Sandals 8 Color Black Multi Size 8B US Heel Height 4in Satin upper Slip on style Leather insole Tapered heel GG button in gol...
Rare Gucci by Tom Ford Fall/Winter 2004 Runway Velvet Slingback Heels
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
An exceptionally rare pair of Gucci by Tom Ford slingback heels from the celebrated Fall/Winter 2004 collection, presented in an elegant black colorway. Crafted in sumptuous black v...
Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 Dark Brown Leather Bamboo Sandals (7.5)
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Brooklyn, NY
VALHALLA VINTAGE Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 dark brown leather kitten heel sandals with braided criss cross straps and bamboo heel. Size: 7.5, runs narrow Heel height: 1.75" Conditio...
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules Sandals 36.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules 36.5 Color Nero Multi Size 36.5C EU Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Low heel Signature small print in Flora 2.25in heel he...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Satin Pump Heels Sz 10
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Tom Ford Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Pumps * Rare Ad/Runway Heels * Size: 10 * Black Satin Pleated Upper * Leather Insole * Zips Up the Back * 4.75" Heel * Stunning Pink S...
Y2K Gucci Pink and Burgundy Floral Leather Lace Up Heeled Sandals
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fashion History: These Gucci platform sandals embody the maximalist spirit that defined the house during the early 2000s. Combining towering proportions with an allover floral print,...
GUCCI Early 00's Fur-Trimmed Suede Sandals
By Gucci
Located in Milano, IT
- Sold by Skof.Archive - Early 00's - Black Heeled Sandals - Fur Trimmed - Gold Details - Zipper Closure on the back - Excellent Condition - Made in Italy - Materials: Leather and Fu...
$1,395Sale Price|40% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Runway Red Sequin Heels Sz 6
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Heels Brand New Tom Ford's Final Years w/ Gucci Stunning in Red Wine U.S. Size: 6 Satin Adjustable Ankle Strap Gold Gucci Hardware Red Velvet & Sequins Red Lea...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Swarovski Runway Heels Pumps Sz 7
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Heels Brand New * Stunning in Black Satin * Size: 7 * Swarovski Crystal Bamboo Zipper Charm * Pointed Toe * Zips up the Back * Closed Ankle * 4" Heel * With Box ...
Gucci Tom Ford Vintage SS 2002 Beige Bamboo Lace Up High Heel Sandals 9
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Gucci Tom Ford Vintage SS 2002 Beige Bamboo Lace Up High Heel Sandals 9 Color Beige Size 9B US Heel Height 4.45in Leather upper Leather sole High heel Wraparound strap A Tom Ford ...
New Tom Ford For Gucci Swarovski Crystal Satin Heels Sz 8.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Heels Brand New Size: 8.5 * Swarovski Crystal Toe & Ankle * Satin Insole * Satin Tie Ankle Straps * Black Satin Covered Heel * 4" Heel * With Box * Heel Zips...
Gucci Tom Ford Y2K Satin Tie Black Suede Embroidered Heels with Box, Size 8B
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in San Jose, CA
A rare archival pair from the Tom Ford era at Gucci, these vintage satin tie heels feature black suede and satin uppers with intricate silver floral embroidery across the toe strap a...
$1,340Sale Price|20% Off
New Tom Ford For Gucci New Swarovski Crystal Satin Heels Sz 9
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Heels Brand New Size 9 * Stunning Black Satin * Swarovski Crystal Toe & Ankle * Satin Insole * Satin Tie Ankle Straps * Black Satin Covered Heel * 4" Heel * W...
ICONIC Gucci by Tom Ford Cognac Brown Studded OTK Bondage Boots FW2003 7.5 37.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
COLLECTOR'S ITEM GUCCI COLLECTION FALL / WINTER 2003 MOST FEATURED ITEM - SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY A GUCCI classic signature piece that will last you for years Made of softest nappa g...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Dragon Ad Runway Heels Pumps Sz 37
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Tom Ford Heels Brand New & Rare * Size: 37 * Crystal Dragon at Toe * Beige GG Canvas * Purple Leather * Adjustable Chain Ankle Strap * 4" Heel * With Box & Dust...
$1,295Sale Price|30% Off
Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Python Runway Suede Boots Sz 8
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Snake Suede Boots Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Ad Runway Python Boots * Black * Soft Suede Uppers * Snakeskin Heels * 1/2" Front Platform * 5" Heel * With Dust Cov...
GUCCI Early 00's Black Satin Crystal Embellished Sandals
By Gucci
Located in Milano, IT
- Sold by Skof.Archive - Early 00's - Black Heeled Sandals - Crystal Embellishments - High Heels - Zipper Closure on the back - Excellent Condition - Made in Italy - Materials: Leath...
$1,340Sale Price|20% Off
New Tom Ford For Gucci New Swarovski Crystal Satin Heels Sz 7
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Heels Brand New * Stunning Black Satin * Swarovski Crystal Toe & Ankle * Satin Insole * Satin Tie Ankle Straps * Black Satin Covered Heel * 4" Heel * With Box...
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Yellow Crocodile Ballerina Heels Pumps Sz 39
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New, Rare Collectible Ad Runway Heels * Stunning in Yellow Genuine Crocodile * Tom Ford's Iconic Runway Heels * Euro Size: 39 * Adjustable Crocodile...
Vintage Gucci Tom Ford S/S 2004 Bow Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Vintage Gucci Tom Ford S/S 2004 Bow Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5 Color Nero Size 7.5US Heel Height 2.25in Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Low heel Bow embellishment...
Gucci by Tom Ford A/W 2002 Runway Pointed Toe Heels in Black Leather and Ribbon
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
From the Gucci Autumn / Winter 2002 runway by Tom Ford. Iconic pointed heel pumps in smooth black leather with grosgrain ribbon lace up detailing around ankle. Sharp pointed toe with...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Kate Moss Cage Heels Pumps Rare Sz 8
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Own a Piece of Fashion History Brand New * Iconic, Coveted "Cage" Heels * Black Cutout Leather * Pointed Toe Pumps *Nude Toe & Heel Back * 4" Heel * With ...
F/W 2002 Gucci by Tom Ford Lavender Alligator 4.25" Heels 9B
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting Tom Ford designs these power heels for Gucci’s Fall/Winter 2002 collection. A similar brown pair lived in fashion infamy and was carried by Michelle De Swarte twice down t...
$1,545Sale Price|48% Off
New Tom Ford For Gucci Farewell Collection Mink Python Velvet Heels Sz 7
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 7 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel * ...
New Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Kate Moss Ad Runway Heels Pumps Sz 8
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Rare & Collectible Brand New * Kate Moss Black Patent Corset Heels * Size 8 * Black Patent Leather The Heel is a deep, near black irridescent green * Corset Ankle ...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Kate Moss Cage Heels Pumps Rare Sz 8
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Own a Piece of Fashion History Brand New * Iconic, Coveted "Cage" Heels * Black Cutout Leather * Pointed Toe Pumps *Nude Toe & Heel Back * 4" Heel * With Box,...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Kate Moss Cage Heels Pumps Rare Sz 36
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Own a Piece of Fashion History Brand New Size 36 * Iconic, Coveted "Cage" Heels * Black Cutout Leather * Pointed Toe Pumps *Nude Toe & Heel Back * 4" Heel...
F/W 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Pink Alligator Ballet Style 5" Heels
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting Tom Ford designed these beautiful ballet heels for Gucci's Fall/Winter 2001 collection. This style was prominently featured in the ad campaigns and runway looks. This pink...
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
New Rare Tom Ford for Gucci GG Velvet Python Bamboo Heels Pumps Sz 7
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Velvet Python GG Pumps Brand New * Rare Tom Ford For Gucci * Size: 7 * Pointed Toe * Velvet GG Throughout * Leather Footbed * Black Python Heel * 3.25" Heel * Gol...
$1,170Sale Price|40% Off
New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet Satin Final Collection Heels Sz 7.5
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 7.5 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci * 4.75" Heel * 1/2" Platform * Velv...
$1,195Sale Price|35% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Satin Runway Sarah Jessica Parker Heels Pumps Sz 8.5
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New As Seen on Sarah Jessica Parker * Stunning in Silver Satin * Size: 8.5 * Black Satin Bow at Front * Leather Insole * Zips up the Back * 4" Heel ...
$1,295Sale Price|30% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Satin Runway Sarah Jessica Parker Heels Pumps Sz 9
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New As Seen on Sarah Jessica Parker * Stunning in Silver Satin * Size: 9 * Black Satin Bow at Front * Leather Insole * Zips up the Back * 4" Heel * ...
$1,495Sale Price|23% Off
New Rare Tom Ford for Gucci GG Velvet Python Bamboo Heels Pumps Sz 6.5
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Velvet Python GG Pumps Brand New Deep Plum Wine * Size: 6.5 * Pointed Toe * Velvet GG Throughout * Leather Insole * Python Heel * 3.25" Heel * Gold Bamboo Heel * ...
F/W 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Leather Horsebit Saddle Leather Square Pumps 6B
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pair of square-toed horsebit heels, designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's Fall/Winter 2003 collection. This square-toed pump is made entirely of tanned leather and is made co...
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Leather Horsebit Peep Toe Heels 2000s
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Iconic original Gucci by Tom Ford peep toe pumps from the early 2000s, made of soft black leather with the unmistakable golden Horsebit detail on the front, an absolute symbol of the...
Gucci Tom Ford 2003 Collection Horsebit Monogram Studded Pumps Size 7.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage Gucci Tom Ford era Horsebit pumps from the 2003 collection featuring black GG monogram canvas, silver-tone Horsebit hardware, pointed toes, and stiletto heels. These Y2K Gucc...
Gucci by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Runway Black Grosgrain Tie Sandals
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Jose, CA
Authentic vintage Gucci black lace-up heels from the iconic Tom Ford era, featured on the Fall 2002 runway collection. These elegant ankle tie sandals combine sleek minimalist stylin...
New With Box Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Kate Moss Cage Heels Pumps Sz 10
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Brand New * Iconic, Coveted "Cage" Heels * Black Cutout Leather * Pointed Toe Pumps *Nude Toe & Heel Back * 4" Heel * With Gucci Box * Stunning & High...
Gucci Tom Ford 2004 Runway Black Satin Crystal Bamboo Heels Sandals 8.5
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Jose, CA
Rare Gucci Tom Ford black satin strappy heels from the Spring/Summer 2004 runway collection. These vintage Gucci sandals feature crystal-studded satin straps, lace-up ankle ties and ...
Gucci Tom Ford 2004 Dragon GG Monogram Heels Sandals 40
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Jose, CA
Authentic Gucci heels from the Tom Ford era, featuring the iconic GG monogram canvas paired with metallic gold leather and one of the most recognizable design details from early 2000...
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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