Maison Martin Margiela Melange Sweater With Vertical Zippers At Waist 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Maison Martin Margiela melange oversized sweater from the Spring 1997 collection.
Martin Margiela 'Semi Couture' canvas sleeves, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Featuring invisible zip closures on the cuffs, these sleeves offer both style and functionality, reflecting Maison Martin Margiela's innovative approach to fashion.
Hermès by Martin Margiela Vintage Circa (1997-2003) Wool Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela, Hermès
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Hermès by Martin Margiela Vintage Circa (1997-2003) Wool Dress Martin Margiela served as Hermès’ creative director for women’s ready-to-wear, shaping 12 iconic and unforgettable coll...
Martin Margiela Fall Winter 1997 Collection "MADE IN ENGLAND" Grey Wool Skirt
By Maiscon Martin Margiella, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This Maison Martin Margiela skirt is from the Fall/Winter 1997–1998 “Selvage” collection.
Margiela Linen Semi Couture Stockman Corset, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, London
Martin Margiela; Linen Semi Couture Stockman corseted waistcoat. Stamped in black ink resembling a traditional Stockman mannequin bust. Metal hook and eye fastenings at the centre fr...
MAISON MARGIELA 1997 Vintage black wool open back pleated half skirt FR42 XL
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA 1997 Vintage black wool open back pleated half skirt FR42 XL Reference: TGAS/D00336 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela Collection: 1997 Spring Material:...
MAISON MARGIELA 1997 Vintage black wool open back pleated half skirt FR42 XL
By MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA 1997 Vintage black wool open back pleated half skirt FR42 XL Reference: TGAS/D00336 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela Collection: 1997 Spring Material:...
Maison Martin Margiela Grey Basting Vest 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1997. Maison Martin Margiela Size: One Size Wool 1997 Collection Excellent Vintage Condition Authenticity Guaranteed
Maison Martin Margiela Tan Basting Coat 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Basting Coat. Tan suiting lapel coat with white basting stitching throughout.
Maison Martin Margiela Knit Top A/W 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
- Autumn /Winter 1997 Runway collection by Martin Margiela - Sold by Mae Vintage London - Knitted top comprised of 4 knitted sections joined together in a cross at the front and b...
Important Maison Martin Margiela Semi Couture Dressmakers Bodice 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is pleased to present a rare and important original Maison Martin Margiela Semi Couture dressmaker bodice from 1997.
Maison Martin Margiela Iconic Semi Couture Dressmaker Bodice w High Collar 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is pleased to present a rare and important original Maison Martin Margiela high-collar Semi Couture dressmaker bodice from 1997.
Maison Martin Margiela S/S 1997 Semi-Couture golden yellow velvet breastplate
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, IT
- Maison Martin Margiela golden yellow velvet halter neck backless breastplate - Sold by Skof.Archive - Designed by Martin Margiela - Semi-Couture Spring-Summer 1997 - Crushed velv...
Martin Margiela Semi Couture Apron 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Semi-Couture dressmaker's bodice as an apron.
Vintage MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 1997 Size 8 Black Wool Tucked Sleeves Jacket
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 97 blazer comes in a black wool with a full liner featuring a oversized it, tucked sleeves design, structured shoulders, interior button details, pe...
Vintage MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 1997 Size 8 Black Wool Tucked Sleeves Jacket
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Francisco, CA
Iconic, Vintage MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Fall Winter AW FW 97 blazer comes in a black wool with a full liner featuring a oversized it, tucked sleeves design, structured shoulders, inte...
Margiela cream velvet deconstructed basting jacket, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Margiela; Cream velvet deconstructed jacket with large basting stitches; designed to appear unfinished Fall-Winter 1997
Martin Margiela stockman corset runway ensemble, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Martin Margiela runway ensemble comprising: Stockman corset, cream velvet 'basting' jacket, red acetate slip dress, brown leather knee high wedge Tabi boots, and red fur wig (made by...
Margiela Linen Semi Couture Stockman Corset, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Martin Margiela; Linen Semi Couture Stockman corseted waistcoat. Stamped in black ink resembling a traditional Stockman mannequin bust. Metal hook and eye fastenings at the centre fr...
Margiela red iridescent rayon maxi slip dress, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Martin Margiela; red and black iridescent rayon maxi slip dress. Zip fastening at centre front, darts at back neck, princess seams through bust points and intentional loose seam at m...
Martin Margiela linen semi-couture stockman corset, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
▪ Martin Margiela semi-couture stockman corset ▪ 100% linen ▪ Black stamps resembling a stockman mannequin bust ▪ Metal hook-and-eye fastenings at center-front opening ▪ High nec...
Maison Martin Margiela Autumn-Winter 1997 oversized blazer with inverted sleeves
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Maison Martin Margiela Autumn-Winter 1997 oversized blazer jacket worn with inverted sleeves
Maison Margiela "Study for a Dress" Couture Drapery Study S/S 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
- Spring / Summer 1997 Maison Margiela collection by Martin Margiela - Sold by Mae Vintage - Limited edition "study for a dress” Haute Couture drapery study, silk chiffon on elast...
Martin Margiela Linen Semi Couture Stockman Corset, F/W 1997.
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in New York, NY
Martin Margiela Linen Semi Couture Stockman Corset, F/W 1997. Linen Semi Couture Stockman corseted waistcoat. Stamped in black ink resembling a traditional Stockman mannequin bust. M...
1997 MARTIN MARGIELA black fine gauge RUNWAY sweater with asymmetrical sleeves
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Minimalist black fine-gauge virgin wool sweater from Martin Margiela’s Fall 1997 runway collection. Sweater features a wide neckline, dropped shoulder seams, asymmetrical sleeves and...
Couture MartinMargiela 1997 Draped Convertible Vest Skirt Cape Black Tyvek Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
TheMet also acquired from the 1997 Maison Martin Margiela Stockman-themed collections a one-piece taupe silk backless dress, a pattern-paper printed white stiff Tyvek open coat; and ...
Margiela cream velvet deconstructed basting jacket, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, London
Margiela; Cream velvet deconstructed jacket with large basting stitches; designed to appear unfinished Fall-Winter 1997
Margiela red iridescent rayon maxi slip dress, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, London
Martin Margiela; red and black iridescent rayon maxi slip dress. Zip fastening at centre front, darts at back neck, princess seams through bust points and intentional loose seam at m...
Martin Margiela *collectors item* 1997 Semi Couture boiled wool Half Coat
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Berlin, DE
The semi couture boiled wool half coat is repurposed from an old military coat. Museum quality! One Size.
Spring 2004 Runway Pink John Galliano for Dior Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Rockwood, ON
He was lauded with awards and honors based on his ability to cut a dress including the British Designer of the Year in 1987, 1994 and 1995 and has recently seen great success once ag...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
Courreges 1960s Color Block Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful color block wool dress alternating panels of black and royal blue from Courreges. It is an A-line dress flaring subtly to the hem and has a stand up collar, back zipper,...
$1,690
Size: Size US 6 - French 36
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1997 Black Tuxedo Suit with Twisted Billowing Sleeves
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1990s Black Tuxedo Suit with Dramatic Twisted Billowing Red Fabric Lined Sleeves This is a rar...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA Couture gold lace beaded and sequined sleeveless top! Features high quality French lace. Hundreds of sequins and beads hand-sewn throughout. Hidd...
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
$6,763
Size: Equivalent size France 38
An Hubert de Givenchy French Couture Cream and Black silk Evening Set Circa 1965
By Givenchy
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958/1965 France Rare grand soir ensemble, dress and cape coat in champagne and black silk shantung designed by Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture dating from the 1960s. Sheath d...
$1,910
Size: Italian 46 jacket & skirt
Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 "It's A Jungle Out There" pinstripe suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Important collectible Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 'It's a Jungle Out There' collection pinstripe jacket and skirt suit. Runway look, the jacket has shoulder pads. The condit...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Cocktail dr...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
2000S JOHN GALLIANO CHRISTIAN DIOR Olive Green Silk Chiffon One Shoulder Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made with an internal corset to keep the shape of the dress. Some damage due to young rich girls who's mother's taught them no sense of decorum. Damage is on side where t...
Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare Fall 2001 runway GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE, by Donatella, Museum Worthy black silk chiffon and leather full length evening dress! Kylie Minogue also stunned in the gown o...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
$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...
Belgian designer Martin Margiela (b. 1957) — whose life, career, and designs for handbags, clothing and shoes have become cult-collector obsessions — pushed those who attended his shows outside their comfort zones. In the years following the 1988 debut of Maison Martin Margiela, he toyed with creative and aesthetic paradoxes that persist in fashion today.
Consider the Spring/Summer 2001 shirt patchworked from vintage clothing labels, or his famous corset dresses made from tailoring dummies, from his Fall/Winter 1997 line. Or his oversize collection for Fall/Winter 2000. In 1992, Margiela told Dépêche Mode magazine, “My clothes appeal to women of a certain mindset rather than of a specific age or physique.”
Born in Genk, Belgium, in 1957, Margiela knew he wanted to be a fashion designer after catching glimpses of Parisian fashion on TV as a child. Although his parents discouraged this career choice as an oddly funny aspiration, Margiela enrolled in the fashion program of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp. There, he befriended and graduated a year ahead of the Antwerp Six — the acclaimed group of Belgian fashion designers comprising Dries Van Noten, Walter Van Beirendonck, Ann Demeulemeester, Marina Yee, Dirk Bikkembergs and Dirk Van Saene.
Like many of his contemporaries in the 1980s, Margiela understood Paris fashion but felt a deep resonance with the deconstructed beauty espoused by Japanese designers Yohji Yamamoto and Rei Kawakubo, of Comme des Garçons. Margiela’s fascination with Japan influenced many of his earliest collections and designs, from a dress pieced together from broken plates to his iconic Tabi boots, inspired by the split-toe Japanese worker’s shoe, which dates back to the 15th century.
Margiela decided to launch his own line while working for renowned Paris designer Jean Paul Gaultier. With Belgian designer Jenny Meirens, Margiela established Maison Martin Margiela in the French capital in 1988.
Margiela’s debut show was nothing short of spectacular. Set in a packed Café de la Gare in the still-seedy Marais district, it was also scandalous to the Parisian fashion set of the time. The designer tore up the conventions of contemporary couture presentations, most notably having his models, plucked from the streets and wearing ink-blotted Tabis, wend their way through the crowd.
The show redefined the concept of the runway in a way that would later inspire such designers as Alexander McQueen and Demna Gvasalia.
While the notoriously private designer retired from fashion in 2009, for many Maison Martin Margiela collectors, his pieces capture the irreverence of the postwar, post-punk late 1980s and ’90s. Katy Rodriguez, cofounder of the cult vintage fashion shop Resurrection, is among those who felt a connection to Margiela’s clothing in the subliminal challenges it posed to the time’s beauty norms.
“Growing up in San Francisco and coming out of the end of punk rock, not wanting to be objectified, not wanting to be seen as a sexual object, not wanting your value to be just because you’re pretty — all those clothes played into all of that,” she says. “It really was a reflection of the kind of world the young people I knew at the time wanted to live in.”
John Galliano was named creative director at the house in 2014 and it rebranded as Maison Margiela in 2015.
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