Known for introducing rich theatricality and memorable fashion spectacles to the runway, John Galliano has enjoyed a singular career. The audacious British designer has garnered universal acclaim for genre-breaking collections not only at his eponymous label but also for Givenchy and Christian Dior.
From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless newspaper-print dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably newsworthy, drawing on history as often as it embodies a fresh and forward-looking sensibility, and over the years the designer has helped shape an ever-broadening new legion of enthusiasts for Parisian couture.
Born in Gibraltar but raised in South London by strict Roman Catholic working-class parents, Galliano attended the all-boys Church of England grammar school, where his flamboyance and interest in art attracted the attention of bullies. Eventually, Galliano ended up at the prestigious design and art school Central Saint Martins College (then called Saint Martin’s School of Art), where fellow British designers Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen also trained.
Galliano flourished at Central Saint Martins. While a student, he worked in the costume department at the National Theatre in London. His graduate collection in 1984, dubbed “Les Incroyables” and named for post–French Revolution fashion lovers, was modeled by close friends of his and earned a standing ovation. The line ended up in the storefront windows of London luxury boutique Brown’s on South Molton Street, and Galliano’s first official collection — after he graduated — debuted at Paris Fashion Week in 1989.
In the early 1990s, Galliano’s relationship with his financial backer, Plein Sud’s Faycal Amor, ended, and by 1994, he was broke and sleeping on the floor of a friend’s apartment. Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour and then-Vanity Fair editor André Leon Talley stepped in and introduced the budding designer to Portuguese socialite and fashion patron São Schlumberger and others. At Schlumberger’s Hôtel Particulier, Galliano’s shows became the stuff of fashion legend. His collection, a blend of Japanese modernist style as well as nostalgia for Art Deco and 1940s’ tailoring, earned raves in glossy magazines and garnered the attention of Princess Diana, Madonna and other fashion luminaries.
Once the Galliano name was well known among the world’s most stylish set, the chairperson of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, appointed Galliano head designer of French fashion house Givenchy. One year later, in 1996, LVMH moved him to the design team at Dior, where he produced scores of celebrated looks for Dior Haute Couture. Today, Galliano is the creative director of Maison Margiela.
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Pink knit cardigan with raffia and crochet embellishment JOHN GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink knit cardigan with raffia and crochet embellishment. Knit composition: 54% cotton, 46% nylon. Polyester trimming on the edge. Hook&eye closure on the middle front. Pocket on bot...
Galliano vest by John Galliano Spring-Summer 1999
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - Spring/Summer 1999 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Black open-knit cardigan. Size S, fits a French size 36/38. Made in Italy. Co...
Orange knit long vets with franges and bow GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange knit long vets with franges and gros-grain bow on the middle front. Knit composition: 50% acrylic, 50% wool SIZE XS on tag but fit oversize
Galliano Galliano top by John Galliano Winter 1999
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - 1999 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Knitted crocheted sweater with an oversize turtleneck, overlaid with a silvery pa...
John Galliano 1990s Gatsby Roaring 20s Print Rayon Vintage 90s Cardigan Top
By John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1990s JOHN GALLIANO Great Gatsby Roarin' 20s novelty print rayon cardigan ! Features rhinestone buttons up the front. Lightweight soft rayon fabric stretches to fit. Can easily ...
John Galliano Black And Gray Chevron Mohair Sweater With Oversized Neck 1999
By John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is pleased to offer a John Galliano black-and-gray chevron-striped mohair sweater featuring an exaggerated, oversized neck silhouette. Rendered in soft, brushed mohair, ...
John Galliano Blended Mohair and Cashmere Cardigan, 2004
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Galliano - (Made in Italy) Blended mohair and cashmere cardigan in purple, yellow, red, and pink tones. Size M indicated. 2004 Fall-Winter Collection. Additional information: Condit...
F/W 2000 John Galliano Grey Knit Fur Asymmetric Tunic Sweater Top Medium
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous oversized knit lapin John Galliano tunic sweater. From the Fall/Winter 2000 collection, this soft asymmetric top features a turtleneck, button closure at the ne...
JOHN GALLIANO Size M Brown Wool Blend Turtleneck Chunky Knit Sweater
By John Galliano
Located in San Francisco, CA
JOHN GALLIANO sweater in a brown wool blend knit featuring a chunky knit style, long sleeves with black tassel details, and turtleneck. Made in Italy.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Modera...
Early 1990s John Galliano Script Turtleneck
By John Galliano
Located in Toronto, Ontario
John Gallino turtleneck from the earlt 1990s. Fabric has been designed to look like tea soaked old scripts with John Galliano printed all over in d...
John Galliano purple and black herringbone mohair sweater and skirt set, fw 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano purple mohair sweater and skirt set ▪ Black herringbone design with purple base ▪ Turn-over cuffs ▪ Large high-neck fold-over c...
S/S 2003 John Galliano Indian Collection Pink Colourful Logo Sweater - Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring / Summer 2003 John Galliano 'Indian' collection cardigan sweater with loud 'Galliano' signature print Knit and buttons down the front. MADE IN ITALY. Measurements are pro...
JOHN GALLIANO FW 90 Iconic and rare anatomical cut-out cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in Milano, MILANO
Fall Winter 1990 iconic and rare anatomical and structured cut-out crop cardigan from "Fencing" collection by John Galliano Zipper on the front 70% wool 20% angora 10% nylon
Galliano top by John Galliano Spring 2003
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - 2003 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Psychedelical-color knitted top sewn with golden sequins. Size S. Made in Ita...
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Galliano cardigan 2001
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - (Made in Italy) Short off-white mesh cardigan ornamented with black tulle elements. Single-size. 2001 Spring-Summer Collection under the artistic direction of John Gallian...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown Dior logo Pointelle knit cardigan FR36 S
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown Dior logo Pointelle knit cardigan FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00253 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Material: Wool Color: Beige Pattern: Logoman...
John Galliano black mesh top with tattoo motifs, fw 1997
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano archival top ▪ Fall-Winter 1997 ▪ Constructed from black nylon-viscose mesh ▪ Allover tattoo motifs featuring flags, roses and snakes ▪ Lo...
John Galliano cream wool and fur sweater with matching shearling bag, fw 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano sweater and bag set ▪ Cream knitted wool turtleneck sweater ▪ Leather lacing at the shoulders ▪ Patchwork leather and suede app...
2000s John Galliano Orange and Blue Argyle Sweater Set
By John Galliano
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Y2K John Galliano silk and cashmere blend sweater set. Short sleeve shallow v neck pullover with a crewneck cardigan. Printed orange, light blue and navy blue all over argyle. Small ...
DIOR Travis Scott Cactus Jack 2022 beige 100% cashmere oblique vest sweater M
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR Travis Scott Cactus Jack 2022 beige 100% cashmere oblique vest sweater M Reference: YIKK/A00089 Brand: Dior Designer: Kim Jones Collection: Trav...
Rare John Galliano S/S 2006 Multicolor Logo knit Belted Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in PARIS, FR
A spectacular and highly collectible John Galliano multicolor knit cardigan from the Spring/Summer 2006 collection, capturing the exuberant, irreverent and instantly recognizable aes...
John Galliano F/W 2000 crocodile print cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
John Galliano F/W 2000 crocodile print cardigan Label: John Galliano Material: 100% cashmere Country of Manufacture: Italy Additional Info: vintage crocodile print cashmere c...
John Galliano London S/S 1987 Charcoal Fine-Knit Turtleneck Bodysuit
By John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
From the S/S 1987 collection of John Galliano London, this fine-knit bodysuit represents an early and assured exercise in second-skin dressing. The body is worked in a close-gauge ho...
2001 Vintage John Galliano Paris Abstract Pattern Buttons Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
2001 Vintage John Galliano Paris Abstract Pattern Buttons Cardigan 2001 Vintage John Galliano Paris Abstract Pattern Buttons Cardigan Shoulders: 42 cm / 16.54 in Sleeve Length: 73 ...
KANSAI Japan Printed Cotton Drawstring Top with Oversize Collar Hood Size 6 8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Kansai Japan top is composed of red printed knit with a floral and solar design. Features a pull on style with a large collar which can be styled as a hood. There is a waist ti...
JOHN ELLIOTT Size XS Green Cotton Hoodie Sweatshirt
By John Elliott
Located in San Francisco, CA
JOHN ELLIOTT sweatshirt in a sage green cotton featuring a hooded style, side zipper details, and inner kangaroo pocket. Made in USA.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor signs of wea...
1970s Franck Olivier Vintage Bell Sleeve Sweater
By Franck Olivier
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage 1970s knit sweater top in navy blue and off white by Franck Olivier from the estate of Pamela Lewis (Jerry Lewis/ Gary Lewis). Fitted design with 3/4 length bell slee...
Jean Paul Gaultier Gentle Black Wool With Detailed Bell Sleeves Sweater
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier black gentle-knit wool open-tie sweater features detailed edges as well as the slightly flared bell cuffs. The front has two knit ties measuring 24" in leng...
RARE Warm&Wonderful 1980s Princess Diana Black Sheep Red Vintage Sweater
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Discover a true rarity with the original vintage "black sheep" sweater by Warm&Wonderful, similar to the iconic one worn by Princess Diana. Her own sweater was recently sold at a...
Comme des Garcons red knitted sweater with rose appliqués, c. 2014
By Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
Presenting a striking Comme des Garçons red knitted sweater adorned with large knit appliques resembling roses, a standout piece from the 2014 collection. This sweater showcases the ...
PRINGLE Size L Red Knit Wool Shawl Cardigan
By Pringle
Located in San Francisco, CA
PRINGLE cardigan in a red wool thick knit featuring long sleeves, shawl collar, and leather button up. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Signs of wear. Marked: L Measurements: ...
Ralph Lauren Southwest Deep Red Knit Cardigan with Peplum NWT
By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ralph Lauren Collection Original price $2,498.00 Knit cardigan with peplum Shawl collar Extra long sleeves Soft thick weave that stretches Cashmere 67% Wool 22% Silk 10% Linen 1% b...
RALPH LAUREN olive green cashmere blend CABLE KNIT Cardigan Sweater XL
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Ralph Lauren cardigan in olive cashmere (55%) and wool (45%). Features a cable-knit elements, two pockets and a self-tie belt. Unlined. H...
Gucci Horse Tile Wool V-Neck Logo Sweater
By Gucci
Located in Oakland, CA
A classic is always a classic and this season Gucci gives a new approach to the archival rhombi pattern from the 30's. Featuring a ribbed v-neck, long sleeves, a ribbed hem and cuffs...
Rare Stephen Sprouse "SPROUSE" Bold Yellow & Fuchsia Silk Jersey Stretch Tank
By Stephen Sprouse
Located in New York, NY
This rare and wonderfully whimsical Stephen Sprouse stretch silk jersey in Bold Yellow and fuchsia measures 9 1/4" in back, 17 3/4" in front. Underarm circumference measures 32", und...
Hermes "Soies Volantes" Cashmere & Silk Jacquard Crew-Neck Pullover
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes wonderfully elegant "Soies Volantes" crew-neck pullover is detailed with whimsical characters in silk jacquard on the front. The rest of ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown Dior logo Pointelle knit cardigan FR36 S
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown Dior logo Pointelle knit cardigan FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00253 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Material: Wool Color: Beige Pattern: Logoman...
Vintage 2000's John Galliano Wool Knitted Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's John Galliano Wool Knitted Cardigan. This Cardigan features a thick woven ruffled hem along the edges of the cardigan as well as the end of the arms. The edges are tie...
John Galliano crochet vest 2004
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - Multicolor crochet vest with patchwork panels. Opening at the bottom of one sleeve. Size and composition labels missing; fits a French size 38/40/42. Fall/Winter 2004 Read...
Vintage 00’s Wool Multicolour Tassel Jumper
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Vintage John Galliano Circa 00’s wool jumper. Features tassel hemline, contrasting knitted wool and crochet patchwork and V-neckline. In excellent vintage condition, brand new with o...
JOHN GALLIANO Vintage black open knit crochet sleeve layered cardigan S
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JOHN GALLIANO Vintage black open knit crochet sleeve layered cardigan S Reference: TGAS/D00547 Brand: John Galliano Designer: John Galliano Material: Viscose Color: Black Pattern: So...
rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 2010 Runway blue ribbon beige cardigan coat XS
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 2010 Runway blue ribbon beige cardigan coat XS Reference: TGAS/D00787 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collecti...
MAISON MARGIELA Aids Charity print black cotton boxy sweatshirt hoodie S
By John Galliano, MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA Aids Charity print black cotton boxy sweatshirt hoodie S Reference: TGAS/C00393 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: John Galliano Model: AIDS Charity hoodie Material: Co...
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L Reference: PRCG/A00027 Brand: John Galliano Material: Cotton Color: Yellow, Red Pattern: Logomania Closure: Zip Extra ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown logo Pointelle turtleneck sweater FR36 S
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown logo Pointelle turtleneck sweater FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00254 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Material: Wool Color: Beige Pattern: Logoman...
John Galliano Wool And Mohair Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Galliano- (Made in France) Wool and mohair cardigan decorated with lace. M size indicated. There is a stain on the belt. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimen...
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L Reference: PRCG/A00027 Brand: John Galliano Material: Cotton Color: Yellow, Red Pattern: Logomania Closure: Zip Extra ...
MAISON MARGIELA Aids Charity print black cotton boxy sweatshirt hoodie S
By MM6 Maison Margiela, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA Aids Charity print black cotton boxy sweatshirt hoodie S Reference: TGAS/C00393 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: John Galliano Model: AIDS Charity hoodie Material: Co...