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VERSACE 2018 black satin byzantine cross encrusted heels EU38
VERSACE 2018 black satin byzantine cross encrusted heels EU38

VERSACE 2018 black satin byzantine cross encrusted heels EU38

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE 2018 black satin byzantine cross encrusted heels EU38 Reference: TGAS/E00232 Brand: Versace

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

VERSACE 2018 Tribute Byzantine Cross Jewel crystal black satin sandals EU38
VERSACE 2018 Tribute Byzantine Cross Jewel crystal black satin sandals EU38

VERSACE 2018 Tribute Byzantine Cross Jewel crystal black satin sandals EU38

By Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE 2018 Tribute Byzantine Cross Jewel crystal black satin sandals EU38 Reference: TGAS/A04792

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

Vintage Versace Fine Jewelery Black Onyx Greek Key Cross 18 Karat
Vintage Versace Fine Jewelery Black Onyx Greek Key Cross 18 Karat

Vintage Versace Fine Jewelery Black Onyx Greek Key Cross 18 Karat

By Versace

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18 karat yellow gold cross suspended from a box link chain with a Versace name plate near the

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20th Century Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

F/W 2012 Versace Gothic Cross Printed Velvet Runway Jacket Coat
F/W 2012 Versace Gothic Cross Printed Velvet Runway Jacket Coat

F/W 2012 Versace Gothic Cross Printed Velvet Runway Jacket Coat

By Versace

Located in Concord, NC

Versace black velvet coat featuring an allover multicolor gothic baroque cross pattern throughout

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2010s Italian Coats and Outerwear

F/2012 Look # 8 Versace Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress 38 - 2
F/2012 Look # 8 Versace Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress 38 - 2

F/2012 Look # 8 Versace Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress 38 - 2

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE Fall/Winter 2012 look # 8 Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress. This long sleeve, scoop

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Versace Fine Jewelry White Agate Greek Key Cross 18 Karat White Gold
Vintage Versace Fine Jewelry White Agate Greek Key Cross 18 Karat White Gold

Vintage Versace Fine Jewelry White Agate Greek Key Cross 18 Karat White Gold

By Versace

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

18 karat white gold cross suspended from a box link chain with a Versace name plate near the

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20th Century Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, White Gold

80s Gianni Versace by Ugo Correani Triple cross pendant necklace
80s Gianni Versace by Ugo Correani Triple cross pendant necklace

80s Gianni Versace by Ugo Correani Triple cross pendant necklace

By Ugo Correani

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

80s Beautiful Ugo Correani cross pendant chain necklace designed for late Gianni Versace. cut glass

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Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

F/W 1993 Gianni Versace Couture Baroque Technicolor Crucifix Print Button Down
F/W 1993 Gianni Versace Couture Baroque Technicolor Crucifix Print Button Down

F/W 1993 Gianni Versace Couture Baroque Technicolor Crucifix Print Button Down

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a stunning silk Gianni Versace Couture cross button-up shirt designed by Gianni Versace

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1990s Italian Blouses

F/W 2000 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Stretch Knit Crystal Halter Dress
F/W 2000 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Stretch Knit Crystal Halter Dress

F/W 2000 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Stretch Knit Crystal Halter Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

2000 Gianni Versace. The cross-over halter neck is accented with a row of six iridescent rhinestone

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

F/W 1992 Gianni Versace Bondage Buckle Bustier Bra Top Miss S&M
F/W 1992 Gianni Versace Bondage Buckle Bustier Bra Top Miss S&M

F/W 1992 Gianni Versace Bondage Buckle Bustier Bra Top Miss S&M

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Concord, NC

Gianni Versace Couture black bustier bra top from the Fall/Winter 1992 “Miss S&M” collection. As

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1990s Italian Bustiers

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Versace Grey & Silver Glitter "Cross Chainer" Sneakers Size 40
Versace Grey & Silver Glitter "Cross Chainer" Sneakers Size 40

Versace Grey & Silver Glitter "Cross Chainer" Sneakers Size 40

By Versace

Located in Paradise Island, BS

These Versace Cross Chainer silver sneakers feature puff-croc neoprene accents on the tongue and

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2010s Italian Shoes

Versace Grey & Silver Glitter "Cross Chainer" Sneakers Size 40
Versace Grey & Silver Glitter "Cross Chainer" Sneakers Size 40

Versace Grey & Silver Glitter "Cross Chainer" Sneakers Size 40

By Versace

Located in Paradise Island, BS

These Versace Cross Chainer silver sneakers feature puff-croc neoprene accents on the tongue and

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2010s Italian Shoes

VERSACE Oversized Graphic Cross Ring with Crystals
VERSACE Oversized Graphic Cross Ring with Crystals

VERSACE Oversized Graphic Cross Ring with Crystals

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE This oversized, graphic cross features tiered panels encrusted with clear crystals of

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2010s Italian Fashion Rings

Versace Runway Red Calfskin Belt with Cross Buckle, F / W 2011
Versace Runway Red Calfskin Belt with Cross Buckle, F / W 2011

Versace Runway Red Calfskin Belt with Cross Buckle, F / W 2011

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

Versace F/W 2011 Look #15 Actual Runway Belt worn by Emily Baker during the show Burgundy Red

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Belts

Versace Criss Cross Full Skirt Black Dress IT43 US 4-6
Versace Criss Cross Full Skirt Black Dress IT43 US 4-6

Versace Criss Cross Full Skirt Black Dress IT43 US 4-6

By Versace

Located in Brossard, QC

Sheer mesh stripes and insets lend a daring element to this sexy Versace cocktail dress. Sleek

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Versace Runway Silk Metallic PVC Trim Crystal Gothic Cross Bustier, Fall 2012
Versace Runway Silk Metallic PVC Trim Crystal Gothic Cross Bustier, Fall 2012

Versace Runway Silk Metallic PVC Trim Crystal Gothic Cross Bustier, Fall 2012

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Versace, Autumn-Winter 2012, yellow silk structured bustier, embroidered gothic cross appliquéd

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bustiers

F/2012 look # 8 NEW VERSACE MACRAME GOTHIC CROSS COCKTAIL DRESS 38 - 2
F/2012 look # 8 NEW VERSACE MACRAME GOTHIC CROSS COCKTAIL DRESS 38 - 2

F/2012 look # 8 NEW VERSACE MACRAME GOTHIC CROSS COCKTAIL DRESS 38 - 2

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress This long sleeve, scoop neck cocktail dress

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

VERSACE BLACK PAILLETE DETAIL and OPEN BACK SILK LONG GOWN Dress 38 -2
VERSACE BLACK PAILLETE DETAIL and OPEN BACK SILK LONG GOWN Dress 38 -2

VERSACE BLACK PAILLETE DETAIL and OPEN BACK SILK LONG GOWN Dress 38 -2

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE Black Silk Long Dress crossed straps on the back Palleted Details Content: 100% silk

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Versace Double Criss Cross Jumpsuit
Versace Double Criss Cross Jumpsuit

Versace Double Criss Cross Jumpsuit

By Versace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Gianni Versace Couture black jumpsuit featuring two ornate buttons at the front, double

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Late 20th Century Italian Jumpsuits

Versace Baroque & Criss-Cross Embellished Tank Top
Versace Baroque & Criss-Cross Embellished Tank Top

Versace Baroque & Criss-Cross Embellished Tank Top

By Versace

Located in London, GB

Versace Baroque & Criss-Cross Embellished Tank Top White cotton top adorned with a multicoloured

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21st Century and Contemporary Tank Tops

Versace Catholic Crystal Cross Dress
Versace Catholic Crystal Cross Dress

Versace Catholic Crystal Cross Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in New York, NY

juxtaposition with the 18th century crosses the dress is printed with. Leather detail in the peplum.

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Gianni Versace 1990s Cross Print Jeans
Gianni Versace 1990s Cross Print Jeans

Gianni Versace 1990s Cross Print Jeans

By Gianni Versace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Can you say, "statement pant?" These gorgeous Gianni Versace Couture cross print jeans from the 90s

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1990s Italian Jeans

Vintage Gianni Versace 1990's Silk & Crystal Cross Bracelet
Vintage Gianni Versace 1990's Silk & Crystal Cross Bracelet

Vintage Gianni Versace 1990's Silk & Crystal Cross Bracelet

By Versace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Gianni Versace black silk cord bracelet with large rhinestone embellished silver-tone cross

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1990s Italian Cuff Bracelets

Versace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Jet Cross Necklace
Versace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Jet Cross Necklace

Versace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Jet Cross Necklace

By Versace

Located in Southampton, PA

This Versace necklace is presented with a black cord onto which a cross pendant is attached, made

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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Gianni Versace Black Leather Jacket with Jewel Crosses
Gianni Versace Black Leather Jacket with Jewel Crosses

Gianni Versace Black Leather Jacket with Jewel Crosses

By Gianni Versace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gianni Versace Iconic leather cropped motorcycle jacket with embellished jeweled cross emblems and

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1990s Italian Cropped Jackets

Gianni Versace Atelier Vintage Scarf Silk Rich Cross Motif  New
Gianni Versace Atelier Vintage Scarf Silk Rich Cross Motif  New

Gianni Versace Atelier Vintage Scarf Silk Rich Cross Motif New

By Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic GIANNI VERSACE ATELIER Vintage scarf with stunning colors and hand rolled edge

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1990s Italian Scarves

Signed VERSACE 2.10 Carat Diamond Cross Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Signed VERSACE 2.10 Carat Diamond Cross Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry

Signed VERSACE 2.10 Carat Diamond Cross Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry

By Versace

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautiful finely detailed Large Versace Diamond Gold Cross Pendant. Hand set with 113 round

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

VERSACE Size 8 Black Long Sleeve Silver Chainmail Cross Cocktail Dress
VERSACE Size 8 Black Long Sleeve Silver Chainmail Cross Cocktail Dress

VERSACE Size 8 Black Long Sleeve Silver Chainmail Cross Cocktail Dress

By Versace

Located in San Francisco, CA

VERSACE cocktail dress comes in black woven wool blend fabric with a square boat neck, long sleeves

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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Dresses

new VERSACE Runway black leather Byzantium Cross embellished wallet on chain bag
new VERSACE Runway black leather Byzantium Cross embellished wallet on chain bag

new VERSACE Runway black leather Byzantium Cross embellished wallet on chain bag

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE Runway black leather Byzantium Cross embellished wallet on chain bag Brand: Versace

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

new VERSACE Runway black leather Byzantium Cross embellished wallet on chain bag
new VERSACE Runway black leather Byzantium Cross embellished wallet on chain bag

new VERSACE Runway black leather Byzantium Cross embellished wallet on chain bag

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE Runway black leather Byzantium Cross embellished wallet on chain bag Brand: Versace

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather large speedy boston cross bag
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather large speedy boston cross bag

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather large speedy boston cross bag

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather large speedy boston cross bag Brand: Versace

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa pink saffiano leather large speedy boston cross bag
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa pink saffiano leather large speedy boston cross bag

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa pink saffiano leather large speedy boston cross bag

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa pink saffiano leather large speedy boston cross bag Brand: Versace

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather small speedy boston cross bag
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather small speedy boston cross bag

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather small speedy boston cross bag

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather small speedy boston cross bag Brand: Versace

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather small speedy boston cross bag
new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather small speedy boston cross bag

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather small speedy boston cross bag

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE Palazzo Medusa black saffiano leather small speedy boston cross bag Brand: Versace

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Versace Cross For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary versace cross for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray, pink and more. You’re likely to find the perfect versace cross among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Versace, Gianni Versace Couture and Donatella Versace — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Versace Cross?

Prices for a versace cross can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $0 and can go as high as $30,000, while, on average they fetch $1,950.

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Subversive, maximalist and unabashedly seductive, Gianni Versace’s (1946–97) designs infused high fashion with an entirely new ethos. “I don’t believe in good taste,” the legendary Italian couturier once explained. Instead, he had a sexy good time with fashion — as he did with life. Today, vintage Versace clothing, handbags and other accessories look astonishingly fresh and freshly relevant.

More than any designer before him, Versace mined celebrity, music and Pop art for inspiration. In fact, the New York Times noted in 1997 that the fashion industry “is now driven by contemporary culture because Mr. Versace made it that way.”

Insiders consider his 1991/1992 Autumn/Winter runway show — which featured supermodels Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista lip-synching George Michael’s “Freedom! '90” — the moment when the two worlds of fashion and pop culture became one, changing both forever.

Versace was born in Reggio di Calabria, Italy. His mother was a successful dressmaker who employed more than 40 seamstresses. As a child, little Gianni marveled at her workshop, which would become a university of sorts, where he learned the exceptional construction techniques that were at the foundation of his creative expression.

In 1972, at age 25, Versace moved to Milan to work in fashion. He launched his first collection — and his label — in 1978, with his older brother Santo managing the business concerns. Soon, sister Donatella, whom Gianni dressed and took to discos when she was still a child, joined the family venture, where she had a creative role and managed enormously popular ready-to-wear lines such as Versus.

Vintage Versace — and Gianni Versace Couture, which debuted in 1989 — has become catnip for modern fashion enthusiasts who seek out the now-iconic house codes that originated in the designs of the 1980s and 1990s. His glamorous and seductive apparel — the clingy skirts and slender, strappy party dresses, as well as the erotic magazine ads that publicized them — looms large, but Versace’s art and historical influences were also vast.

Versace was an art collector, and he took on commissions to create costumes for theatrical performances during the 1980s and spoke of looking to numerous cultures for inspiration. This adventurous spirit of design resulted in his creating jewel-toned prints rooted in Grecian motifs, Etruscan symbols, the Italian Baroque and Andy Warholʼs Marilyn Monroe. There were slinky dresses in Oroton, his patented chain-mail textile that draped like satin, and leather bondage ensembles. Sex sold, for both women and men. Wrote the late curator Richard Martin, “[Versace] became the standard-bearer of gay men’s fashion because he eschewed decorum and designed for desire.”

Following Versace’s tragic murder in 1997, Donatella took over the role of artistic director and continued to evolve the house codes with a twist of her feminine and feminist perspective. Today, Santo Versace is chief executive officer of Versace and Donatella is its chief creative officer.

Browse an extraordinary collection of vintage Versace evening dresses, handbags, day dresses, accessories and more on 1stDibs.