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 autumn-winter 1997 collection, a true gem that captures the brand's avant-garde vision a...
$3,800
Size: No size label, fits like MED
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.
Hermès by Martin Margiela Vintage Circa (1997-2003) Wool Dress
By Hermès, Maison Martin Margiela
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 Maison Martin Margiela, Maiscon Martin Margiella
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This Maison Martin Margiela skirt is from the Fall/Winter 1997–1998 “Selvage” collection.
Early 2000's Hermes By Martin Margiela Black Padded Leather Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
From Martin Margiela’s time at Hermès (1997–2003), this black padded leather jacket exemplifies the discreet sophistication that defined his vision for the house.
MaisonMartinMargiela PlungingVneck BiasRuched HighSlit Halter Black Dress ss2008
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
Recalling the construction found in two of Martin Margiela's seminal collections--both the upcycled split 1950s ballgowns of Spring/Summer 1991 and the draped "Stockman" garments of ...
Margiela Linen Semi Couture Stockman Corset, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, London
Martin Margiela; Linen Semi Couture Stockman corseted waistcoat.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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 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...
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.
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 Linen Semi Couture Stockman Corset, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Martin Margiela; Linen Semi Couture Stockman corseted waistcoat.
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
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.
Maison Martin Margiela Black & Red Target Sleeve Top 2007
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maison Martin Margiela Size Medium Viscose Rayon 1997 Collection Excellent Vintage Condition
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:...
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.
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
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...
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 for Hermes Black Lambskin Jacket circa 2000
By Hermès, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in New Hope, PA
The Mode Museum or MoMu is the fashion museum in Antwerp and it is the site of a current exhibition of the work of Martin Margiela from 1997 to 2003. This exhibit features his work a...
Couture MartinMargiela 1997 Draped Convertible Vest Skirt Cape Black Tyvek Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
Contemporary artist Martin Margiela, while initially a fashion designer, gave TheMet's Costume Institute from his seminal 1997 "Wordrobe" collection a couture trio, which he titled "...
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.
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.
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...
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,...
Prada Red Leather Knee-High Wedge Boots – Runway & Campaign, F/W 2014 Size 37
By Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
These striking red knee-high boots are an iconic footwear highlight from Prada’s Fall/Winter 2014 collection, featured both on the runway and in the official campaign. Known for its ...
$6,817
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...
$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. ...
Sold|$1,016
Size: Medium / Large
Chic 1960s Mademoiselle Canary Yellow Silk Borcade A - Line Dress & Jacket Suit
By MADEMOISELLE
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s vintage MADEMOISELLE canary yellow silk brocade A-Line dress and coat ensemble! Dress features a fitted bodice with a bell shaped skirt. Gold metallic embroidery detail at w...
Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very pretty black crochet cardigan from Issac Mizrahi. It has long sleeves, applique matching crochet flowers around the neck, front, hem and on the sleeves. There are black glass ...
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...
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...
EMILIO PUCCI c1970s Signature Print Silk Chiffon Beach Cover Poncho Scarf Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: EMILIO PUCCI c.1970s Signature Print Silk Chiffon Beach Cover Poncho Scarf Blouse Circa: c.1970’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci; Saks Fifth Avenue Emilio Pucci Boutique Sty...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 "Voss" Olive Green Cropped Capri Trousers Pants
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 "Voss" Olive Green Cropped Capri Trousers Pants Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2001 “Voss”; Runway look...
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...
$329Sale 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...
$545Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
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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