Martin Margiela 'Semi Couture' canvas sleeves, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Presenting a rare and archival pair of Martin Margiela 'Semi Couture' Canvas Sleeves from the
Martin Margiela 'Semi Couture' canvas sleeves, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Presenting a rare and archival pair of Martin Margiela 'Semi Couture' Canvas Sleeves from the
CoutureMaisonMartinMargiela1990 DeconstructedMohairKnit Snap&Tie ConvertibleTop
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
With Belgian former couture-fashion designer Martin Margiela's original blank-white textural-cotton
$24,800
Size: TU one size only
CoutureMaisonMartinMargiela 1998 Artisanal Lingerie & WorkOnPaper WhiteBoxed Set
By Maison Martin Margiela, Martin Margiella
Located in Chicago, IL
limited-edition-of-two white-boxed set for Spring 1998 that includes the couture Maison Martin Margiela
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
Unavailable
Size: IT 40 or Margiela/1
Maison Martin Margiela Spring 2010 Haute Couture Laser Cut Leather Trousers
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare leather trousers adorned with circular laser cuts from Maison Martin Margiela's spring 2010
Maison Martin Margiela Spring 1999 Trompe-L'œil Semi Couture Bodice
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Diego, CA
Maison Martin Margiela dressmaker bodice in Trompe-L'œil printed cotton featured on the spring 1999
Martin Margiela MM-026 (Apron) / MM-1011 (Skirt)
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin Margiela "Semi Couture" Apron Martin Margiela Pinstripe Wool Asymmetrical
Martin Margiela Couture Elastic Weave Jacket 2008
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela white elastic woven blazer featuring various elastics and an uneven
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Architectural Gown 2009
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Black Architectural Gown. Runway piece from the
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Shoelace Dress 2009
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Shoelace Dress. Dress composed of various black
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Vintage Fabric Dress 2007
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Vintage Fabric Dress. Dress made of scraps of
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Garment Bag Jacket 2007
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Garment Bag Jacket. A jacket made of navy blue
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Ring Top 2007
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Ring Top. A large variety of jewelry, mainly rings
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Comb Dress 2009
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Comb Dress Ensemble. Hair-comb in plastic
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Ribbon Bodysuit 2008
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Velvet Ribbon Bodysuit. A Velvet ribbon becomes a
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Record Dress 2008
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Record Dress. Crepe de chine dress adorned with 33
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. Apron ties at
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
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
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
Maison Martin Margiela Iconic Semi Couture Dressmaker Bodice w High Collar 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-collar version of Margiela's most iconic design for sale. Our Semi Couture bodice features a high collar
Maison Martin Margiela S/S 1997 Semi-Couture golden yellow velvet breastplate
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, IT
Skof.Archive - Designed by Martin Margiela - Semi-Couture Spring-Summer 1997 - Crushed velvet front - Snap
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Bow Tie Top 2006
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Bow Tie halter top. Pre tied blue, black and brown
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Button Mouth Top 2008
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Couture Artisanal Button Mouth Tunic. Vintage mother-of-pearl, metal
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
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
Couture MartinMargiela 1997 Draped Convertible Vest Skirt Cape Black Tyvek Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
of another of his 1997 ensembles. Our couture bodice from the Artisanal line "0" by Margiela in 1997
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
Martin Margiela - MM-023 / MM-0110
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin Margiela "Semi Couture" Top (Sleeves Sold Separately) Martin Margiela "Semi
Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress M/L Dolce & Gabbana vintage dress featuring bateau neckline and open knit throughout. The size tag ha...
1960S Baby Pink Beaded Rayon Evening Crop Top With Crystals
Located in New York, NY
1960S Baby Pink Beaded Rayon Evening Crop Top With Crystals
$5,785
Size: Small / Medium
1970s Love, Melody Sabatasso Black Suede Fringe Rhinestone Studded Wrap Dress
By Melody Sabatasso
Located in San Diego, CA
MUSUEM PIECE! Amazing and rare vintage 70s LOVE, MELODY black suede leather fringe rhinestone/studded wrap dress! Melody Sabatasso is a respected designer, known for her work with ol...
Moschino Couture Embroidered Words Top and Skirt
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
An extraordinary skirt and top set from Moschino Couture in grey with a touch of green jersey. They are simple pieces with intricate detailed at the front and back hemlines comprised...
$336Sale Price|30% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Iconic Destructured Sailor Stripes Sweater
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage iconic destructured sailor stripes sweater featuring detachable sleeves. This sweater features : - Black knitted fabric with white stripes design. - Turtl...
NWT's THE DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
The Danes Vintage Black 100% silk Extra long Pullover Sheer mesh back Size USA 8 NWT's, Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 66, pit to pit 16 to 18, smallest of waist...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2000 "Eshu" Black & Plaid Boiled Wool Fold Top Wrap Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2000 "Eshu" Black & Plaid Boiled Wool Fold Top Wrap Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2000 “Eshu”; Runway...
$3,850
Size: UK 10 - IT 42 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit, ss 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit with matching fabric belt Spring-Summer 1994
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Jacket
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black cotton with a bit of stretch jacket from Dolce & Gabbana. It has a silver front zipper with Dolce & Gabbana pulls and also on the angled front pockets. ...
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960’s Pink Signature Print One-Piece Bathing Swimsuit
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960’s Pink Signature Print One-Piece Bathing Swimsuit Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci / Lord & Taylor Style: One-piece bathing swimsuit Color(s): Shades of ...
Versace Pink Silk Buckle Waist Halter Dress S/S 2002
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous bight pink silk dress from Versace. It has a halter neckline, ruched side waist and the skirt flares at the hem and is slightly longer in the back. The back waist has inc...
Alexander McQueen 2007 Black & Petrol Green Bustier Silk Evening Dress NWT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen strapless two-tone black and petrol green tissue taffeta evening dress. Bustier with draped center detail and ruching all throughout. Balloon hem with contrasting l...
$7,920
H 6.7 in W 13 in L 5.9 in
Chanel Bowling Bag Luxury Ligne Leather As Seen On Ivanka Trump Red Lambskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
As seen on Ivanka Trump, this is a gorgeous luxury ligne Chanel satchel in excellent condition.
NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and flattering brand new with original store tags vintage BOB MACKIE black and white color block Size 8 evening gown! Features blak crepe at bust, white crepe at waist, and...
1960s Italian Black + Gold Beaded Vintage 60s Evening Bag Handbag Purse
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1960s black and gold beaded Italian evening bag! Intricate gold chain can be worn on the shoulder, or crossbody. Snaps shut to secure all your belongings. Fits more than re...
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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