Rare Maison Martin Margiela Presentation Cassette Tape
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a very rare vintage Maison Martin Margiela "Presentation
Rare Maison Martin Margiela Presentation Cassette Tape
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a very rare vintage Maison Martin Margiela "Presentation
Rare Artisanal Maison Martin Margiela Reversed Pants
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
the MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Artisanal Collection. New With Tags.
Rare 2000's Maison Martin Margiela Black Satin Cummerbund
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rare 2000's Maison Martin Margiela Black Satin Cummerbund with a hook and eye closure and elastic
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 96 Iconic and rare leather ensemble
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Fall Winter 1996 iconic and rare leather ensemble by Maison Martin Margiela Raw cut sleeveless
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 00's Rare and iconi artisanal customized jeans
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
00's rare and iconic artisanal customized jeans by Maison Martin Margiela Two pockets at front 100
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 95 Iconic and rare pink leather sleeves
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 1995 pink leather sleeves by Maison Martin Margiela Leather covered
Martin Margiela Silk and Lambkin Leather Glove Dress Rare New!
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin Margiela dress fashioned of black silk crepe with soft lambskin saddle color leather at
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 90 Extremely rare slashed felted long sleeves top
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Extremely rare Fall Winter 1990 slashed felted long sleeves top by Maison Martin Margiela 72% wool
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA SS 09 Iconic and rare disco ball prototype vest
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Spring Summer 2009 disco ball prototype vest by Maison Martin Margiela Open back 84
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 08 Rare and iconic coat with structured shoulders
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Rare and iconic Fall Winter 2008 coat with structured shoulders by Maison Martin Margiela Inner
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 07 Rare cape dress with oversize structured shoulders
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Rare Fall Winter 2007 cape dress with oversize structured shoulders by Maison Martin Margiela
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 01 Iconic and rare knitted checked oversize cape
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 2001 knitted checked oversize cape with belt by Maison Martin Margiela
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 00'S Iconic and rare artisanal jeans with leather patches
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
00's iconic and rare artisanal black jeans with leather patches by Maison Martin Margiela Three
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA early 90's iconic and rare knitted turtleneck mini dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Martin Margiela Adjustable strings on the inside Manufactured by FUZZI S.P.A. 100% wool
1992 MARTIN MARGIELA black shrunken wool sweater
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare Martin Margiela black wool short-sleeve sweater dating to fall of 1992. Designed in a
$3,864Sale Price|20% Off
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 2008 Runway MA1 Incognito clear shield sunglasses
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 2008 Runway MA1 Incognito clear shield sunglasses Reference: TGAS
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA SS 95 Rare "Reproduction" of a 70's Transparent Neglige
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 1995 iconic and rare "Reproduction" of a 70's transparent negligé by Maison Martin
Martin Maison Margiela Men's Sneaker Graffiti Print 43
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Maison Martin Margiela men's graffiti print sneaker. Rare to find this
$1,912Sale Price|20% Off
rare HERMES Martin Margiela double faced cashmere oversized cocoon coat FR42 XL
By Hermès, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare HERMES Martin Margiela navy double faced cashmere oversized cocoon coat FR42 XL Reference
Vintage 1990 MARTIN MARGIELA grey runway peacoat with cigarette shoulders
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare early Martin Margiela charcoal-grey wool peacoat dating to Fall 1990, as seen on the
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Reconstructed Dust Coat Aw 2002-2003
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a rare Maison Martin Margiela reconstructed dust coat
$10,966
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10
Martin Margiela black goatskin reversible 'flat collection' coat, fw 1998
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
▪ A rare Martin Margiela black leather reversible 'flat collection' coat ▪ Distressed black
$5,483
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - US 6
Martin Margiela brown wool coat with matching oversized belt, fw 1996
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Martin Margiela brown wool coat ▪ Matching oversized belt with large metal buckle and
$5,300
Size: Coat- 42, Belt- L
Maison Martin Margiela Grey Mohair Coat W/ Vertical Zippers & Leather Belt 2000
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a rare Maison Martin Margiela grey mohair coat with
Rare Maison Margiela Celestial Solar Eclipse Dress Gown NWT!
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maison Margiela Fall 2017 black and white silk gown showcasing the partial solar eclipse of the
$19,500Sale Price|35% Off
rare MAISON MARGIELA 1990 deconstructed padded shoulder cigarette jacket IT40
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARGIELA 1990 deconstructed padded shoulder cigarette jacket IT40 Reference: TGAS
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 2012 Runway black tucked sleeve blazer dress IT36
By MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 2012 Runway black tucked sleeve blazer dress IT36 XXS Reference: TGAS
$320Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 36
rare MAISON MARGIELA 2010 grey wool felt convex sole high heel pumps EU36
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARGIELA 2010 grey wool felt convex sole high heel pumps EU36 Reference: ALCU/A00044
Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Rare Artisanal Rugby Ball Bag 2003
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and unusual vintage Maison Martin Margiela artisanal 0-collection rugby ball bag made from a
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
Rare Maison Martin Margiela Black Feather Vest 2004-05
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela black feather vest with a
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Incognito brown tortoise shield visor sunglasses
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Incognito brown tortoise shield visor sunglasses Reference: LNKO/A02385
vintage MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 1990's ivory deconstructed cigarette jacket rare
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 1990's ivory deconstructed cigarette jacket rare Brand: Maison
1990s Maison Martin Margiela Velvet Cape Coat
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
Amazing and rare Martin Margiela Cape coat Jacket. Features asymmetric cascading collar and lapels
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 2008 Runway MA1 Incognito clear shield sunglasses
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 2008 Runway MA1 Incognito clear shield sunglasses Reference: TGAS
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Vintage dark brown real fur leather shawl scarf
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Vintage dark brown real fur leather shawl scarf Reference: TGAS/D00449
Maison Martin Margiela deconstructed crinkled jacket, c. 1990s
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Early and rare Maison Martin Margiela deconstructed crinkled nylon jacket from the 1990s. The
Maison Martin Margiela deconstructed black evening dress, C. 2009
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Rare Maison Martin Margiela deconstructed black evening dress, autumn-winter 2009. Turtle neck
MYKITA + MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Peach Pink & Black Two Tone Sunglasses
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous MYKITA + MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA two-tone sunglasses. This rare collaboration style comes
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA S Black Lame' Draped Batwing Sleeve Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA (blank nameless tag) cocktail dress comes in a light weight shiny
Maison Martin Margiela Men's Sneaker Suede and Leather with PVC Cover 43
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Maison Martin Margiela men's sneaker. Rare to find this fabulous Maison Martin
Maison Martin Margiela runway black pinstripe extended wide leg pants, c. 2011
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
A pair of extremely rare Maison Martin Margiela extended wide leg pinstripe pants from the spring
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Size 30 Men's Black Leather Zip Pocket Motorcycle Pants
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Francisco, CA
These rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA motorcycle pants come in smooth black leather and feature an
Sold
Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8
Martin Margiela strapless dress and thigh high boots runway ensemble, ss 2008
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Martin Margiela runway ensemble ▪ Strapless rayon double-layered dress ▪ Wild horse print
rare MAISON MARGIELA 2013 Runway oversized carpet tapestry clutch bag
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARGIELA 2013 Runway oversized carpet tapestry clutch bag Reference: ALCU/A00028 Brand
rare MAISON MARGIELA Vintage AW1991 sheer chest darts apron tie dress IT42 M
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARGIELA Vintage AW1991 black sheer chest darts apron tie midi dress IT42 M Reference
rare MAISON MARGIELA ARTISANAL Vintage black silk overlay tromp loeil waistcoat
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARGIELA ARTISANAL Vintage black silk overlay tromp loeil waistcoat Reference: TGAS
rare MAISON MARGIELA Vintage AW1991 sheer chest darts apron tie midi dress IT42
By Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARGIELA Vintage AW1991 black sheer chest darts apron tie midi dress IT42 M Reference
Rare Hermes By Martin Margiela Iconic Black V Dress 1998
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic Hermes vintage black tunic dress featuring deep v detail in front. This piece is from the era when Marigela was designing for Hermes.
rare HERMES Martin Margiela double faced cashmere oversized cocoon coat FR42 XL
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare HERMES Martin Margiela navy double faced cashmere oversized cocoon coat FR42 XL Reference
Maison Martin Margiela for H&M Rare NWT Women's XS Deconstructed Leather Moto
Located in Dix hills, NY
Maison Martin Margiela for H&M Rare NWT Women's XS Deconstructed Leather Moto Jacket 125mm33 Made
Rare Maison Martin Margiela Duvet Coat c.1999
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA A/W 1999 VERY RARE AND CULT CLASSIC DUVET COAT Condition: Amazing
Rare Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Taupe Twisted Top
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
MARTIN MARGIELA Artisanal Blank Label Collection. New with Tags.
Rare 2000's Maison Martin Margiela Black Satin Cummerbund
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rare 2000's Maison Martin Margiela Black Satin Cummerbund with a hook and eye closure and elastic
rare '1990 collection' MARTIN MARGIELA sheer black wrap skirt
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black, intentionally wrinkled, wrap skirt from Martin Margiela dating to spring/ summer of 1990
Collector Maison Martin Margiela "Defile" Closing Ceremony Gown Rare!
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collector S/S 2009 Martin Margiela "Defile" label oversized gown featured at the beginning of the
Rare Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Black Leather Long Tabi Gloves
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rare Vintage Collectible Maison Martin Margiela Black Leather Long Tabi Gloves.
Rare Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Stretch Fabric Oversize Buckle Belt
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rare Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Stretch Fabric Oversize Buckle Belt in black with a snap
Rare Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Stretch Fabric Oversize Buckle Belt
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rare Vintage Maison Martin Margiela Stretch Fabric Oversize Buckle Belt in black with a snap
very rare 1990 MARTIN MARGIELA navy blue 'inside out' runway dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
by Martin Margiela as seen on the Fall 1990 runway. Italian size 42. Approximate measurements: bust
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Reworked Jeans
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Rare Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Collection jeans with denim patches and removed back pockets
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA SS 99 Iconic and Rare Brown Leather Glove Purse Necklace
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 1999 iconic and rare brown leather glove purse necklace by Maison Martin Margiela
Vintage Martin Margiela artisanal ss 2003 runway black folded dress skirt
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
as both a skirt and a dress with style. These Martin Margiela items are exceptionally rare, and
Maison Martin Margiela Men's Reflective Gray High Top Sneaker 43/10
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA men's Irridescent grey reflective high top sneaker
Martin Margiela vintage ss 1996 runway Trompe l'oeil printed viscose dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
garments. These Martin Margiela items are exceptionally rare, and collectors seldom part with them. A
Maison Martin Margiela Men's Replica Leather High Top Sneaker in Bone 44 / 11
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Maison Martin Margiela men's high top sneaker with cut out detail. High top sneaker in bone
Maison Margiela Rare Vintage Beaded Tapestry Runway Dress Gown Museum Collec
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spring 2012 Maison Martin Margiela's collection of exquisite evening wear inspired by Asian theme
Rare Margiela Artisanal leather and pony skin bib made from oxford shoes
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Fine and rare artisanal Margiela bib, made from vintage oxford leather shoes and pony skin. Brand
Rare Maison Margiela Optical Illusion Photo Print Oversized T Shirt Dress Tunic
By Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare MAISON MARGIELA MM6 oversized silky photo print patchwork semi sheer t-shirt dress tunic
Maison Martine Margiela important Three Pieces Sweater Set Fall Winter 1990 -91
By Martin Margiella, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA A rare and important knitted Three Pieces Sweater Set in blue-grey wool
Hermes Martin Margiela Era Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Venezia, IT
Rare Hermes Martin Margiela Jacket 1990s - NO RETURNS If you need more information, please
Hermes Martin Margiela Era Long Jacket F/W 1998
By Hermès
Located in Venezia, IT
Rare Hermes Martin Margiela Runway long coat Fall / Winter 1998 Made in France - The size and
GIANNI VERSACE black leather coat with ostrich feathers
By Gianni Versace
Located in Rubiera, RE
We are pleased to present an extraordinary lambskin coat from the Gianni Versace collections of the early 90s. A long coat that wraps like a large cloak in a swirl of black ostrich ...
Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s
By Emmanuelle Kahn
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous white silk organza blouse, shirt, top by Emmanuelle Khanh. It is double breasted with large mother of pearl buttons and a large notched portrait collar. The long, full r...
Tom Ford for Gucci New Silk Velvet Dress F/W 2001
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk velvet dress from Gucci as worn in a 2001 ad campaign. It has a square neckline with the center bust highlighted with sheer areas which contrast with the rich v...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Gray Stripe Blazer Skirt Suit
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 Alexander McQueen Black Gray Stripe Blazer Skirt Suit Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Couture Collection: A/W 1999 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Blaze...
NEW Prada Asian-Inspired Ruched Printed Silk Twill Cocktail Dress 40
By Prada
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful PRADA dress Closes in front with invisible buttons Asian-inspired collar Pleated details Yellow/Gold-coloured fabric trimming Printed silk, "Prada" discreetly written on f...
1980s Galanos Silk Dress in a Hounds Tooth Plaid W/ Matching Wool Jacket & Scarf
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1980s Galanos wool houndstooth jacket and Galanos silk mini dress in a novelty hound's tooth window pane plaid pattern (black, tan and oxblood palette). Includes matching si...
RALPH LAUREN c.1970's Brown Tan Tweed Wool Fitted Button Up Blazer Coat Jacket
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Thiensville, WI
RALPH LAUREN c.1970's Brown Tan Tweed Wool Button Up Blazer Coat Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Ralph Lauren Circa: 1970's Label(s): Ralph Lauren, Divina San Francisco, RN 44008 Style...
Prada 2000 RunwayLook1 FoxFurSilkCollar BlackCheckedWoolSkirtSuit 3PieceEnsemble
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian Miuccia Prada created for her Fall/Winter 2000 womenswear collection this Vogue-photographed fashion-show runway "Look 1" three-piece ensemble, which includes a 1940s-inspire...
Christian Dior John Galliano - Fall/Winter 1998 Gray Fur Skirt Suit Size 38FR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior John Galliano Vintage Gray Fur Skirt Suit Size 38FR - John Galliano for Christian Dior.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Designer: Alexander McQueen ...
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...
$24,674
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US8
John Galliano Ivory Organza Cut-Work 'L'Ecole de Danse' Dress, ss 1996
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano 'L'Ecole de Danse' Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Crafted from delicate ivory cotton organza with intricate cut-work detailing ▪ Features 50 fau...
Gucci 2004 by Tom Ford Slipper Satin Silver Harlowesque Bias Cut Out Dress Gown
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek and chic Tom Ford's 1930's style gown for Gucci showcases a bias cut silhouette coveted by many. Designed with cut out bodice with center tie and dramatic open back with trai...
new 2016 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO black mohair wool RUNWAY coat with attached cape
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, Jet-black, fuzzy mohair wool coat with attached capelet and extra long belt designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine exactly as seen on the final runway look for fall of 2016. ...
Yves Saint Laurent by Alber Elbaz black ostrich feather top, fw 1999
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
▪ Yves Saint Laurent black ostrich feather top ▪ Designed by Alber Elbaz ▪ Wide neckline ▪ Short sleeves ▪ Silk organza lining ▪ Hidden snap button fastenings at the side seam ▪ Si...
$192Sale Price|40% Off
DRIES VAN NOTEN Runway slate blue rose print block heel ankle boot EU36
By Dries van Noten
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DRIES VAN NOTEN Runway slate blue rose print block heel ankle boot EU36 Reference: TGAS/B01300 Brand: Dries Van Noten Collection: Runway Material: Leather Color: Blue Pattern: Floral...
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.
Find vintage Maison Martin Margiela boots, evening dresses, jackets and more on 1stDibs.