To suggest that Ralph Lauren has come a long way is an understatement. From his humble beginnings as a tie salesman working out of a drawer at New York’s Empire State Building, he grew one of the world’s largest and most successful fashion empires from scratch.
For decades, Ralph Lauren’s clothing brand has blended classic, preppy Americana East Coast-style with the look of upper-crust English aristocracy. This style is the hallmark of Ralph Lauren’s design and can be seen in all facets of his brand, from its vintage apparel, accessories and jewelry to furniture and décor.
The iconic fashion designer was born Ralph Rueben Lifshitz in New York City and grew up in the Bronx. When he and his brother were in their teens, they changed their surname from Lifshitz to Lauren after being teased about it at school. Later on, Lauren took business classes at night, worked at various menswear retailers and did a stint in the U.S. Army. While working at tie manufacturer Beau Brummel, he was inspired to create his own line of ties.
In 1967, Lauren launched “Polo,” ties handmade from high-quality fabrics featuring a wide design. They were a success. Lauren sold $500,000 worth to retail giants Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Paul Stuart in his first year.
Lauren expanded his designs into clothing, with his first menswear line of classic tweed suits in 1968 and, in 1971, his first line of womenswear featuring classic feminine tailoring. Lauren’s nostalgic fashion soon captured the eye of Hollywood. He created costumes for the 1974 adaptation of The Great Gatsby and was responsible for Diane Keaton’s distinctive feminine menswear look in 1977’s Annie Hall. Ralph Lauren’s designs have since garnered national and international acclaim and recognition — from Gwyneth Paltrow’s iconic pink 1999 Oscars dress to becoming the official outfitter of Team USA for the Olympics since 2008.
In 2018, Ralph Lauren celebrated his 50th anniversary with a star-studded fashion show and, in 2019, was awarded an honorary knighthood — the highest British honor — for services to fashion.
On 1stDibs, discover a wide range of vintage Ralph Lauren shirts, sweaters and other clothing.
RALPH LAUREN midnight blue LIZARD SKINNY Belt S
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Ralph Lauren skinny belt is crafted from exquisite midnight blue lizard leather, offering a sleek and sophisticated accessory for refined styling. Exceptionally v...
Ralph Lauren 3” Wide Tobacco Leather Hip Belt with Brass Hardware – S, 21st C
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Tucson, AZ
Like all Ralph Lauren belts, this one is well bred and supremely made but still modern. Remarkably stout, it is the focal point of any outfit despite its simplicity and conveys a sty...
Ralph Lauren, suede buckle belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Ralph Lauren, suede buckle belt with rhinestones in black. The item is in very good condition.
$276Sale Price|20% Off
Black Ralph Lauren Alligator Belt Size US S
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Black alligator belt by Ralph Lauren. Silver-tone buckle closure. 0.75" width, 33.5" length.
$197Sale Price|20% Off
RALPH LAUREN Waist Size M Pink Leather Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN belt comes in a pink leather with silver tone hardware and a buckle closure. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: MLength: 38 inches Width: 1 inches Fits: 32 inc...
Mark Cross Belt with Enameled Turtles From the Estate of Pauline Trigère
By Mark Cross
Located in valatie, NY
Ladies Leather Belt with Enameled Turtles Made by Mark Cross Midtown. Marked "Mark Cross Midtown" with Mark Cross' Logo on the back of the belt. Also marked "32" and "1793." Purchase...
CHANEL 1997 CC Logos Double Chain Belt Vintage Very Rare
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
CHANEL 1997 CC Logos Double Chain Belt Vintage Very Rare A very very rare and highly sought after vintage CHANEL 1997 CC logos Couture, a Catwalk unique belt in very good condition. Double gold tone flat chain links with 5 interlaced CC logo (2.5 x 2 cm) finished and with a large interlaced CC logo (6.5 x 5 cm) with double hooks fastening with Chanel signature. This is a fixed length belt. The gold hardware is in amazing condition. Styled with a Chanel vintage tweed skirt and with a Chanel shirt for sale separately - see our other listings. A unique piece a 'Must-Have' Chanel belt. Length from hook rings...
Navy Hermes Skinny Leather Belt
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Navy skinny leather belt by Hermes. Silver-tone lock buckle closure. 0.5" width, 32" length.
Rare "Peter Max" Polished Silver Hardware "Love" Belt
By Peter Max
Located in New York, NY
This rare Peter Max designed for Canterburg belt, displays in whimsical lettering "Love" on polished silver hardware with Peter Max's name below the "V"...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1996 Oversized Silver Metal G Logo Buckle Suede Belt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the Tom Ford designed S/S 1996 collection, iterations of this belt appeared on the runway on supermodel Linda Evangelista, in the campaign for the season & modelled by Kate...
HERMES Gold Togo Marron Fonce Box REVERSIBLE 32MM H Buckle Belt 85
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès 32mm reversible belt in Gold (camel) Veau Togo leather and Marron Foncé (dark brown) Veau Box leather showcases timeless versatility. Finished with a class...
CHANEL silver metal 05A CRYSTAL CAMELLIA CHAIN Belt 85 90
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel mesh link belt in silver-tone metal showcases a striking flower motif, encrusted with clear and yellow strass and accented by a central faux pearl. A dangl...
HERMES Marron Fonce Courchevel leather 1995 CONSTANCE 40 Belt 70
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic vintage Hermès Constance waist belt is crafted from Courchevel leather in Marron Fonce (brown) and finished with the iconic gold-plated “H” buckle. A timeless Her...
Hermes Collier de chien leather belt brown gold
By Hermès
Located in 10707, DE
Wunderschönes Vintage-Hundehalsband mit Gürtel aus Leder in der Farbe Gold aus dem Hause Hermès. Modell: Hundehalskette Material: Leder Braune Farbe Größe 70 Vergoldetes Metall 5 Löc...
$234Sale Price|35% Off
ISABEL MARANT Mosa black calf leather silver metal ring cotton lined belt 70cm
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISABEL MARANT Mosa black calf leather silver metal ring cotton lined belt 70cm Reference: AAWC/A01208 Brand: Isabel Marant Model: Mosa Material: Leather Color: Black, Silver Pattern:...
CHANEL burgundy & black leather 2020 REVERSIBLE Belt 75
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel reversible belt in black and burgundy leather offers versatile elegance. Featuring a matte silver-tone CC buckle, thi...
HERMES black & Rouge H burgundy Reversible Belt Strap 110
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermes 38mm reversible belt strap in Noir (black) and Rouge H (burgundy) Veau Epsom leather. Brand new. Comes with box. Measurements Tag Si...
RALPH LAUREN Size 36 Black Leather Sterling Silver Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN vintage belt in a black leather featuring a sterling silver buckle. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Sings of wear....
Ralph Lauren Vintage Double Horse Buckle Leather Belt - Black.
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Glasgow, GB
Vintage leather belt from Ralph Lauren. Black leather strap. Silver coloured aged brass buckle with two horses side by side. Six buckle settings for adjustable size, into which...
RALPH LAUREN Size M White Brown Nylon Leather Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN belt in a white nylon canvas featuring brown leather ends, and silver tone buckle. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: MLength: 41 inches Width: 1.2...
RALPH LAUREN Size M Brown Brass Embossed Leather Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN belt in a brown embossed leather featuring a floral design , wide style, and round brass metal buckle. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 411130091236Length: 38....
RALPH LAUREN Size M Beige Turquoise Brown Leather Beaded Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN belt in a beige, turquoise, and brown beaded fabric with brown leather trim featuring a geometric beaded design, wide style, and a large silver tone metal buckle. Good P...
RALPH LAUREN Size M Brown Brass Studded Leather Western Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN Western belt in a brown leather featuring a wide style, all over brass metal studded design, and buckle closure. Handmade in USA.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Moderate patin...
RALPH LAUREN Size S Brown Brass Leather Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN belt in a brown leather featuring a lasercut floral design with textured spiral leather details, wide style, and brass metal buckle. Good Pre-Owned Condition. Signs of w...
RALPH LAUREN Size M Brown Brass Leather Wide Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN belt in a brown leather featuring a wide style, and large round brass metal buckle with engraved details. Made in USA.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor signs of wear....
RALPH LAUREN Size S Black Silver Contrast Stitch High Waisted Leather Metal Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN belt in a black leather featuring a high waisted style, cream contrast stitching, and double silver tone metal D buckle closure. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked...
RALPH LAUREN Size S Brown Silver Studded High Waisted Leather Metal 3 Buckle Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN belt in a black leather featuring a wide style with all over studs, three multicolor stone detail on back, and three silver tone metal buckle closures. Made in USA.Excel...
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION Size S Black Patent Leather Covered Buckle Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION belt in a black patent leather featuring a large rectangular covered buckle. Made in Italy.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Signs of wear on buckle. Marked: 4080...
Ralph Lauren Black Leather Equestrian Horseshoe Buckle Belt
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ralph Lauren Silver horseshoe buckle stamped Ralph Lauren, Made in Italy Size M 34" - 36.5” Jump ring at the rear of the belt to allow for flexibility Some wear, good overall condition