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 Fall 2009 Runway Collection Silver Metallic Silk Vest
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This elegant vest comes from the Ralph Lauren Fall 2009 Runway Collection by Ralph Lauren. It is made from shiny silver metallic silk that gives it a beautiful, eye-catching look. Th...
Ralph Lauren Mainline Floral Silk Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
A very pretty silk blouse by Ralph Lauren , main line.In a lovely silk, the blouse has cream background with multi colour floral print. It has a button front opening , with silk cove...
Vintage Linen and Lace Blouse by Ralph Lauren
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
A pretty and easy to wear vintage linen and lace blouse by Ralph Lauren. The blouse has a lace shawl collar and cuffs, and is in excellent condition. Size 10. Measurements: Bust up...
$304Sale Price|20% Off
RALPH LAUREN Collection Size 4 Purple & Taupe Plaid Cotton Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN Collection blouse comes in a purple & taupe plaid cotton featuring pleated sleeves, spread collar, and a hidden placket clo...
Ralph Lauren , Pretty vintage shirt with lace trim
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
A pretty and very wearable vintage blouse by Ralph Lauren , main line. The shirt is in a peppermint green and pink stripe with lace collar and double button cuff. it has a front b...
$215Sale Price|20% Off
RALPH LAUREN Collection Size 6 White Cotton See Through Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'Collection' blouse comes in a white see though cotton featuring self-tie cuff details, embroidered logo, patch pocket, and a button up closure. Made in Italy. Very Good...
$257Sale Price|20% Off
RALPH LAUREN Size 4 Black Cotton Lace Contrast Leather Trim Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL blouse in a black see through lace cotton featuring leather sleeves and a back button closure. Made in USA.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 4 Mea...
Ralph Laurent Black Velvet Top Blouse, Size 10
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The top features black velour finish with front button closure and button detail on each sleeve.
Ralph Lauren V-Neck Knitted Jumper. Size L
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
Ralph Lauren V-Neck Knitted Jumper Navy jumper designed with waxed effect to the front and contrasting knitted texture to the sleeves and rear. Featuring long sleeves and fitted si...
Chanel ‘CC’ Embroidered Mesh Top
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Collectors Item - Chanel ‘CC’ Embroidered Mesh Top White semi-sheer mesh top featuring short sleeves, crew neckline and multicolour embroidered interlocking ‘CC' logo. Detailed wit...
Alexander McQueen Autumn/Winter 2002 'Supercalifragilistic' Cowl Neck Ruched Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Manchester, GB
Alexander McQueen Fall/Winter 2002 ‘Supercalifragilistic’ black cowl neck top with laced brass eyelets. Shown on the runway in white. Tagged size 42. In good condition.
Gianni Versace Silk Floral Motif Print Blouse
By Gianni Versace
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage Gianni Versace silk blouse. Cream with pale pink flowers, silver metallic speckles with gold, green, black, red and lavend...
VERSACE Vintage Runway S/S 2005 Barocco Starfish Silk Blouse w/ Medusa Buttons
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Look #5 from the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, famously worn by Natasha Poly. Donatella Versace revisited her brother Gianni’s iconic 1990s silk scarf motifs, reviving them in bold,...
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford White 'GG' Monogram Button Down Collar Shirt
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an iconic Gucci 'GG' monogram button-up shirt designed by Tom Ford. From Gucci's Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this shirt is constructed entirely of 'GG' monogram silk an...
Giorgio Armani 1990s Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Vintage 90s Silk Blouse Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage GIORGIO ARMANI 90s silver and gunmetal Avant Garde sleeveless shirt! Features luxurious silk, with an excellent draped neckline, and asymmetrical ruffle along the f...
F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Creme White Satin Crepe Button Up
By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a crepe satin button-up designed by Donatella for the Gianni Versace Fall/Winter 1999 collection. This collection featured many forms of similar pearlized beading and butt...
Vivienne Westwood gold crochet lurex long-sleeve cropped corset, fw 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood corset ▪ Gold crocheted lurex yarn ▪ Built-in boned corset ▪ Long sleeves ▪ Wide neckline ▪ Cropped length ▪ Size Medium ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Made in England
Bottega Veneta Multicolored Short Sleeves Blouse Top, Size 38
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The top features abstract patter print with asymmetric fit design.
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford White Cotton Tie Front Blouse
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Yves Saint Laurent white creme cotton button tie front blouse designed by Tom Ford era. Size: Medium Bust: 36 inches/ Waist: 32 inches/ blouse lengt...
S/S 1993 Gianni Versace Couture Medusa Silk Baroque Horology Print Button Top
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a splendid printed silk button-up blouse designed by Gianni Versace for his Spring/Summer 1993 collection. Featuring multiple King Louis XIV-style clocks, multiple Medusa cameos, Roman numerals, golden sun buttons, and a hidden-button front closure, this shirt is truly a work of art. Reminiscent of the house's iconic 'Le Roi Soleil' print, this piece expresses Gianni's famed love for art and its history. Perfect for any art lover or Versace collector...
Chanel 1990's CC Buttons Abstract Print Blouse
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A vintage Chanel printed blouse that NEEDS to be in your closet! This is the most fun shirt and will lift your mood instantly. It features a butto...
RALPH LAUREN Linen & Lace Blouse, 1980’s
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ralph Lauren has always been the master at creating romantic clothing for the modern American woman. This beautiful and old fashioned linen and lace blouse conjures images of the Am...
RALPH LAUREN Size 12 Multi-Color Silk Paisley Bow Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL long sleeves blouse comes in multi-color silk woven features a paisley print, extra scarf, straight collar, and button down closure. New with Tags. Marked:...
RALPH LAUREN Size 10 Champagne Silk Solid Wrap Around Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL long sleeves blouse comes in champagne silk woven features a wrap up design, and a straight collar.Excellent Pre- Owned Condition. Marked: 10 Measureme...
RALPH LAUREN Blue Label Size 6 Blue & White Cotton French Cuff Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN "Blue Label" blouse comes in a blue & white poplin stripe cotton featuring a button up style, french cuffs, and a spread collar.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 6 ...
RALPH LAUREN Size 6 Taupe Silk Solid Racerback Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'BLUE LABEL by' racerback sleeveless blouse comes in a taupe silk featuring a metal hardware at back and elastic bottom hem. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: ...
RALPH LAUREN Size 8 Black Viscose & Acetate Solid Long Sleeve Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'BLACK LABEL by' raglan long sleeve blouse comes in a black acetate and viscose featuring see through sleeves and an invisible zipper closure at center back. Made in USA...
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Size 8 Pink Ruffled Short Sleeve Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'Black Label' blouse comes in a pink material featuring a front ruffled design, spread collar, and a button up closure. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 8 Me...
RALPH LAUREN Size 4 Black Cotton See Through Short Sleeve Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'Black Label' blouse comes in a black see through lace cotton featuring leather sleeves and a back button closure. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 4 Measure...
Ralph Lauren Ruffled Silk Top
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
Ralph Lauren Ruffled Silk Top Sage blue, sheer blouse designed with short, ruffled sleeves and collar. Detailed with centre button closure and pleat panel to the centre. Size – 8U...
Ralph Lauren Silk Top
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
Ralph Lauren Silk Top Mint, short sleeved blouse designed with ruffle detailing to the front. Styled with rolled, round neckline and relaxed fi...
Ralph Lauren Women's Beige Beaded Short Sleeve Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to top is evident. Minor loose threads within bead work is seen on this used Ralph Lauren designer resale item. Details Beige Silk Short sleeves blouse Beaded...
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Size M Cream Cashmere Blend Sleeveless Dress Top
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'Black Label' dress top comes in a cream cashmere featuring a sleeveless style and a self tie silk scarf design. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Fabric tag removed. Mark...