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Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard

Exotic Salvatore Ferragamo Strapless Silk Leopard Print Dress Gown
Exotic Salvatore Ferragamo Strapless Silk Leopard Print Dress Gown

Exotic Salvatore Ferragamo Strapless Silk Leopard Print Dress Gown

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning strapless Salvatore Ferragamo leopard print in shades of rich blue, turquoise and purple silk.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

Salvatore Ferragamo S/S 12 leopard silk halter backless mini campaign dress
Salvatore Ferragamo S/S 12 leopard silk halter backless mini campaign dress

Salvatore Ferragamo S/S 12 leopard silk halter backless mini campaign dress

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE Also listed in an alternative colour Salvatore Ferragamo Spring/Summer 2012 vintage dress, featuring in their 2012 campaign with Gisele Bundchen Halter neck style...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Salvatore Ferragamo Womens Vara Bow Leopard Print Quilted High Heels US 8 Brown
Salvatore Ferragamo Womens Vara Bow Leopard Print Quilted High Heels US 8 Brown

Salvatore Ferragamo Womens Vara Bow Leopard Print Quilted High Heels US 8 Brown

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Miami, FL

- Brown leopard print exterior - Tagged size 8 in the brand - No box Condition: The heels are in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approx...

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21st Century and Contemporary Heels

Ferragamo Magnificent "Baby Leopard Among Florals" Silk Jacquard Scarf
Ferragamo Magnificent "Baby Leopard Among Florals" Silk Jacquard Scarf

Ferragamo Magnificent "Baby Leopard Among Florals" Silk Jacquard Scarf

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in New York, NY

Ferragamo wonderfully elegant and magnificent "Baby Leopard Among Florals" silk jacquard scarf with hand-rolled edges, measures 33 and a half inches by 34 inches. Made in Italy.

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1990s Italian Scarves

Salvador Ferragamo Wonderfully Elegant "Tribe of Leopards" Silk Jacquard Scarf
Salvador Ferragamo Wonderfully Elegant "Tribe of Leopards" Silk Jacquard Scarf

Salvador Ferragamo Wonderfully Elegant "Tribe of Leopards" Silk Jacquard Scarf

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in New York, NY

Salvador Ferragamo wonderfully elegant "Tribe of Leopards" with blue background silk jacquard scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges, and measures 34 inches by 34 inches. ...

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1980s Italian Scarves

Vintage Salvatore Ferragomo 1990s Cheetah Leopard and Wheat Print 90s Tee Shirt
Vintage Salvatore Ferragomo 1990s Cheetah Leopard and Wheat Print 90s Tee Shirt

Vintage Salvatore Ferragomo 1990s Cheetah Leopard and Wheat Print 90s Tee Shirt

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage SALVATORE FERRAGOMO cheetah/leopard and wheat print short sleeve cotton t-shirt! Features symmetrical prints in gold, yellow, marigold and white. Sleeves can be worn rol...

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1990s Italian T-Shirts

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Salvatore Ferragamo Two Tone Leopard Print Calf Hair Sun Flats Size 38.5
Salvatore Ferragamo Two Tone Leopard Print Calf Hair Sun Flats Size 38.5

Salvatore Ferragamo Two Tone Leopard Print Calf Hair Sun Flats Size 38.5

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Defined by comfort and effortless style, no wardrobe is ever complete without a pair of chic ballet flats. This pair is lovely to look at and is equipped with elements like a comfort...

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2010s Shoes

Salvatore Ferragamo Brown Leopard Print Suede Slingbacks - 7AA
Salvatore Ferragamo Brown Leopard Print Suede Slingbacks - 7AA

Salvatore Ferragamo Brown Leopard Print Suede Slingbacks - 7AA

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Salvatore Ferragamo Brown Leopard Print Suede Slingbacks - 7AA.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Salvatore Ferragamo Varnish Ballerinas
Salvatore Ferragamo Varnish Ballerinas

Salvatore Ferragamo Varnish Ballerinas

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Capri, IT

Salvatore Ferragamo Varnish leather leopard tone Still with box Used Totally made in italy in italian size range 37 Reference: RF16843005it

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Salvatore Ferragamo NEW Black Leopard Print Pony Gold Circle Chain Waist Belt
Salvatore Ferragamo NEW Black Leopard Print Pony Gold Circle Chain Waist Belt

Salvatore Ferragamo NEW Black Leopard Print Pony Gold Circle Chain Waist Belt

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Charlotte, NC

CURATOR'S NOTES Size listed Small Ponyhair Gold tone hardware Peg-in-hole closure. Color: Gold, Animal Print Width 3.5" Total length 37"

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1980s Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Jungle Silk Scarf
1980s Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Jungle Silk Scarf

1980s Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Jungle Silk Scarf

By Salvatore Ferragamo, Ferragamo

Located in London, GB

Salvatore Ferragamo silk scarf featuring a leopard in the wild, on light blue background, red hand-rolled edges, 100% silk, Made in Italy Condition: vintage, 1980s, very good, mini...

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1990s Italian Scarves

Salvatore Ferragamo Classic "Leopard" Silk scarf
Salvatore Ferragamo Classic "Leopard" Silk scarf

Salvatore Ferragamo Classic "Leopard" Silk scarf

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in New York, NY

Salvatore Ferragamo classic "Leopard" silk scarf has colors of taupe, shades of warm yellow, black, hues of browns and beige. elegant leopards are within a floral print and centered ...

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1980s Italian Scarves

Salvatore Ferragamo Burgundy Red/Cream Leopard Silk Scarf 90cm
Salvatore Ferragamo Burgundy Red/Cream Leopard Silk Scarf 90cm

Salvatore Ferragamo Burgundy Red/Cream Leopard Silk Scarf 90cm

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in New York, NY

Salvatore Ferragamo Burgundy Red/Cream Leopard Silk Scarf 90cm Made In: Italy Color: Burgundy red, cream Materials: 100% silk Overall Condition: Excellent pre-owned condition Inc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Salvatore Ferragamo Scarf in Signature Giaguaro or Jungle Leopard
Salvatore Ferragamo Scarf in Signature Giaguaro or Jungle Leopard

Salvatore Ferragamo Scarf in Signature Giaguaro or Jungle Leopard

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in valatie, NY

Salvatore Ferragamo Scarf in Signature Giaguaro or Jungle Leopard.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO Grey Orange Red Leopard Floral Silk Scarf Shawl
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO Grey Orange Red Leopard Floral Silk Scarf Shawl

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO Grey Orange Red Leopard Floral Silk Scarf Shawl

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in San Francisco, CA

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO scarf in a grey silk featuring an orange and red leopard print with flowers, and hand rolled edges.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Ferragamo Leopard Scarf with Floral Fur. 1980s.
Ferragamo Leopard Scarf with Floral Fur. 1980s.

Ferragamo Leopard Scarf with Floral Fur. 1980s.

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in University City, MO

This Ferragamo scarf is so intricate and beautiful. The trio of leopard's have gray hibiscus flowers for fur.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Print Textured Leather Large Beky Tote
Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Print Textured Leather Large Beky Tote

Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Print Textured Leather Large Beky Tote

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Salvatore Ferragamo’s Beky tote is rendered in a large structured silhouette with leopard print textured leather and polished Gancini hardware.

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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Print Textured Leather Large Beky Tote
Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Print Textured Leather Large Beky Tote

Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Print Textured Leather Large Beky Tote

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Salvatore Ferragamo’s Beky tote is rendered in a large structured silhouette with leopard print textured leather and polished Gancini hardware.

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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Salvatore Ferragamo Sofia Medium Tote Bag - leopard/ponyhair
Salvatore Ferragamo Sofia Medium Tote Bag - leopard/ponyhair

Salvatore Ferragamo Sofia Medium Tote Bag - leopard/ponyhair

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Baarn, NL

This is the Sofia by Salvatore Ferragamo, made of ponyhair with leopard print and black leather detailling with a golden clasp closure on the front.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Tote Bags

Salvatore Ferragamo Leather And Leopard Pony Hair Lienna Studded Pumps Size 37.5
Salvatore Ferragamo Leather And Leopard Pony Hair Lienna Studded Pumps Size 37.5

Salvatore Ferragamo Leather And Leopard Pony Hair Lienna Studded Pumps Size 37.5

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted in smooth black leather, leopard-printed pony hair, and purple suede, these pumps from Salvatore Ferragamo are perfect to add some extra pizzaz to your everyday style.

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2010s Italian Heels

Salvatore Ferragamo Black/Leopard Print Leather Pointed Toe Pumps Size 41
Salvatore Ferragamo Black/Leopard Print Leather Pointed Toe Pumps Size 41

Salvatore Ferragamo Black/Leopard Print Leather Pointed Toe Pumps Size 41

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make a chic style statement with these designer pumps. They showcase sturdy heels and durable soles, perfect for your fashionable outings!

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2010s Italian Heels

Salvatore Ferragamo Blue Leopard Print Lace Insert Silk Long Sleeve Shirt S
Salvatore Ferragamo Blue Leopard Print Lace Insert Silk Long Sleeve Shirt S

Salvatore Ferragamo Blue Leopard Print Lace Insert Silk Long Sleeve Shirt S

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

It's time to ditch those reds and blues and go classic with this lovely shirt from Salvatore Ferragamo. The shirt is made of silk and features a striking printed pattern all over it....

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2010s Blouses and Tops

Salvatore Ferragamo Brown Leopard Print Patent Leather Vara Bow Pumps Size 36
Salvatore Ferragamo Brown Leopard Print Patent Leather Vara Bow Pumps Size 36

Salvatore Ferragamo Brown Leopard Print Patent Leather Vara Bow Pumps Size 36

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Pumps like these will help you walk with confidence and elegance. Crafted from high-quality materials, these pumps are set on tall heels. Style them with your formal or dressy outfits.

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2010s Heels

Salvatore Ferregammo Leopard Print Ponyskin Jacket
Salvatore Ferregammo Leopard Print Ponyskin Jacket

Salvatore Ferregammo Leopard Print Ponyskin Jacket

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Wonderful Leopard print ponyskin jacket from Ferregammo.
A classic, yet right on trend with this seasons spotted fever.
Sz 10 US
44It
40 D
42 F

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1990s Italian Jackets

Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Scarf
Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Scarf

Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard Scarf

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in San Francisco, CA

Leopard lives in the Tropics surrounded by a Palette of colors: purple, gold, brown and beige.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Twill Scarf With Lounging Leopard & Bounding Impala
Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Twill Scarf With Lounging Leopard & Bounding Impala

Salvatore Ferragamo Silk Twill Scarf With Lounging Leopard & Bounding Impala

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Palm Beach, FL

100% Silk Twill Scarf is typical Salvatore Ferragamo...Exotic and Exuberant! Features a lounging leopard in the foreground with jubilant and bounding impala in the back.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Scarves

Salvatore Ferragamo Vintage Silk Scarf in Leopard Jungle Print with Red Border
Salvatore Ferragamo Vintage Silk Scarf in Leopard Jungle Print with Red Border

Salvatore Ferragamo Vintage Silk Scarf in Leopard Jungle Print with Red Border

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Portland, OR

This is a sensational 34" vintage silk scarf from Salvatore Ferragamo. The scarf has a leopard in the jungle print in red, gold and brown and hand rolled edges.

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1980s Italian Scarves

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Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary salvatore ferragamo leopard you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Brown, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Blue and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for a salvatore ferragamo leopard may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Salvatore Ferragamo Leopard?

Prices for a salvatore ferragamo leopard can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $3,800, while, on average they fetch $468.

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A perfectionist who as a child crafted a pair of white shoes for his sister’s first holy communion because his parents couldn’t afford new footwear, Salvatore Ferragamo was ambitious from his earliest days. The young Italian shoemaker established in the years that followed what would one day become a fashion empire — the highly profitable multinational family-owned and -operated luxury brand today counts more than 600 stores in 96 countries around the world, and vintage Salvatore Ferragamo shoes, belts, handbags and other clothing and accessories are objects of desire for fashion lovers everywhere.

Salvatore Ferragamo sought an education in the art of shoemaking when he was eleven — he apprenticed with a local shoemaker and spent a short time in nearby Naples learning what he could at a shoe factory. He opened his first shop with a handful of workers the following year, and in 1914 — when he was still a teenager — Ferragamo emigrated to America, just as his siblings had before him, seeking new opportunities for work and to learn in the footwear trade.

After securing a job at the Plant Shoe Factory in Boston, Massachusetts, Ferragamo was uninspired by machine-made footwear. He moved across the country to Santa Barbara, California. Owing to a connection he made with a then-actor cousin, Ferragamo found work with the American Film Manufacturing Company. He made women’s shoes and provided durable cowboy boots for a film crew’s costuming department. Ferragamo’s reputation in the world of Hollywood cinema soon broadened, and he established a storefront in Mission Canyon where he made shoes by hand for the likes of actresses Gloria Swanson, Greta Garbo and Dolores del Río.

By the 1920s, film directors commissioned Ferragamo to produce shoes for a range of movies — the list of films eventually included The Ten Commandments, The Covered Wagon and The Thief of Baghdad. When he felt comfortable enough with the English language, Ferragamo also enrolled in anatomy courses at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles in order to better understand motion and the demands that we place on our footwear.

By the late 1920s, Ferragamo sought to expand production of his shoes and returned to Italy. He hired scores of apprentices to work in a factory in Florence, where Ferragamo carefully melded the principles of handcraftsmanship with all that he learned about America’s shoe factories. He filed patents — hundreds over the years — on the steel shank arch and many other unique aspects of his shoe design, and when economic and political influences during the 1930s forced Ferragamo to substitute pressed cork for steel to support the arch, the wedge heel was born. Other creative materials he integrated into his forward-looking creations were hemp, felt, nylon fishing line, fish skin and cellophane twisted with silk.

In the late 1940s, the brand’s first storefront opened in Manhattan, and today Salvatore Ferragamo is known worldwide and is synonymous with a wealth of iconic footwear such as Viva ballet flats, Vara Bow pumps, Gancini loafers and lots more. Ferragamo’s son, Ferruccio, was appointed CEO in 1984. Under his leadership, Ferruccio diversified and expanded the fashion business further, getting into sunglasses, fragrance, watches and made-to-measure men’s shoes. Ferruccio was succeeded by his brother, Leonardo Ferragamo, and British designer Maximilian Davis is now creative director of the brand.

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