Couture Gianni Versace Cut Outs Medusa Buttons Ad Campaign Mini Dress SS 1996
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in Chicago, IL
See our snapshot of the surprising draping enlivened by model Amber Valletta for the Versace ad-campaign photographed by Richard Avedon.
Versace 1990s Silver Leather Medusa Shoulder Bag
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Presenting the Versace 1990s Silver Leather Medusa Shoulder Bag, a dazzling statement piece that captures the bold and luxurious essence of vintage Versace.
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
All, including the dress front, close with Versace signature gold metal Medusa head snaps. Included is a matching belt with a large gold metal Medusa head buckle.
$2,800
Size: Size tag is missing
Gianni Versace Couture Open-Back Tropical Print Runway Silk Jersey Dress, SS2000
By Donatella Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Geneva, CH
Versace's garments deliver glamour, sex-appeal and sophistication, fit for any occasion !
2010 VERSACE Ultramarine cut-out detail cocktail dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Concealed, side seam zipper entry with concealed snaps at right shoulder. Fully lined in signature Versace Medusa logo jacquard.
Backless Slinky Gold Mini Dress made from Vintage Metalmesh & Chains
Located in New York, NY
The skirt wraps around and snaps at the side front creating a sort of wrap dress high slit.
Rihanna Gold Mini Dress made from Vintage Metal Mesh
Located in New York, NY
The skirt wraps around and snaps at the side front creating a sort of wrap dress high slit.
1970s Pure Silver Crossbody Handbag
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Style this with a Cartier necklace, some Versace boots and a pair of Gucci sunglasses to complete the look.
Versace Silk Jersey Plunge Halter Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful bright turquoise silk jersey low cut halter dress from Versace. The bodice is ruched and detailed with 2 rows of seaming across just below the bust creating pleated deta...
Versace Snap Out Of It Bag Quilted Patent Medium
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Versace Snap Out Of It Bag Quilted Patent Medium is a casually sleek bag perfect for daily excursions.
Versace Snap Out Of It Handbag Matelasse Patent Small
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Versace Snap Out Of It Handbag Matelasse Patent Small is a casually sleek bag perfect for daily excursions.
Versace Snap Out Of It Convertible Tote Matelasse Leather Large
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Versace Snap Out Of It Convertible Tote Matelasse Leather Large is a modern, sleek bag perfect for daily excursions.
Versace Snap Out Of It Bag Jacquard Medium
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Clochette, Keys Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 9", Width 12.5", Depth 7" Designer: Versace Model: Snap Out Of It Bag Jacquard Medium Exterior Material:...
Versace Snap Out Of It Bag Jacquard Medium
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 9", Width 12", Depth 7" Designer: Versace Model: Snap Out Of It Bag Jacquard Medium Exterior Material: Jacquard Exter...
Versace Snap Out of It Tote Matelasse Leather Small
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 7", Width 9.5", Depth 6" Designer: Versace Model: Snap Out of It Tote Matelasse Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather ...
Versace Snap Out Of It Handbag Matelasse Leather Medium
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 9", Width 12.5", Depth 7" Designer: Versace Model: Snap Out Of It Handbag Matelasse Leather Medium Exterior Material...
Versace Snap Out Of It Handbag Matelasse Leather Medium
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Keys, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 9", Width 12.5", Depth 7" Designer: Versace Model: Snap Out Of It Handbag Matelasse Leather Medium Exterior Material...
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H 9.5 in W 20 in D 3.5 in
Versace Snap Out Of It Convertible Frame Top Handle Bag Matelasse Leather
By Versace
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 9.5", Width 20", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 23" Designer: Versace Model: Snap Out Of It Convertible Frame Top Handle Bag Mate...
Versace White Quilted Leather Snap Out Of It Tote
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This bold and eye-catching Versace Snap Out Of it satchel is sure to make heads turn.
Versace Cream Quilted Patent Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This eye-catching Versace Snap Out Of it satchel is sure to make heads turn.
Versace Black Woven Patent Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Woven to perfection, this Versace 'Snap Out Of It' satchel is in patent leather.
Versace Black Quilted Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This over the top Versace ‘Snap Out of It’ satchel is a bold statement making bag from the fashion forward Italian label.
Versace Black Woven Patent Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Woven to perfection, this Versace 'Snap Out Of It' satchel is in patent leather.
Versace Black Quilted Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This over the top Versace ‘Snap Out of It’ satchel is a bold statement making bag from the fashion forward Italian label.
Versace Silver Quilted Patent Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This bold and eye-catching Versace Snap Out Of It satchel is sure to make heads turn.
Versace Dark Beige Quilted Patent Leather Snap Out of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This bold and eye-catching Versace Snap Out Of it satchel is sure to make heads turn.
Versace Gold/Silver Ceramic Effect Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This bold and eye-catching Versace Snap Out Of it satchel is sure to make heads turn.
Versace White/Gold Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Versace Snap Out Of It satchel is a bold statement-making bag from the fashion-forward Italian label.
Versace Metallic Pearl Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an amazing design and a fabulous interplay of metallic pearl leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a zip-top leading to a satin...
Versace Black Quilted Patent Leather Snap Out Of It Tote
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this tote from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of patent leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin interior w...
Versace White Quilted Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Gianni Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of white leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin interior...
Gianni Versace Black Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Gianni Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin interior while...
Versace Black Fabric and Leather Trim Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this 'Snap Out Of It' satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous style, which incorporates an element of glam into your attire.
Versace Black Monogram Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries a stand-out design and a fabulous interplay of monogram fabric, leather, and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a fabri...
Versace Black Monogram Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of monogram fabric, leather, and goldtone hardware. It has a top leading to a sat...
Versace Beige/Metallic Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of fabric and leather with gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin in...
Versace Metallic Coated Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin interior while...
Versace Mint Green Quilted Patent Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of patent leather and silver-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin inter...
Versace Blue/Gold Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of blue fabric and gold leather. It has a top leading to a fabric interior while ...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Quilted Patent Leather "Snap Out Of It" Bag
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Quilted Patent Leather Bag Top zip closure Measures 13'' x 8.5'' tall at center x 7'' Brand New Six metal feet at base Satin lining with in...
Versace White Quilted Patent Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Gianni Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of patent leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin interio...
Gianni Versace Beige Patent Leather Snap Out Of It Tote
By Gianni Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of patent leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin interio...
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H 6.3 in W 5.91 in L 9.45 in
Versace Off White Quilted patent Leather Small Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries a grand design and a fabulous interplay of leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a fabric interior while being...
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H 6.3 in W 5.91 in L 9.45 in
Versace Off White Quilted patent Leather Small Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries a grand design and a fabulous interplay of leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a fabric interior while being...
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H 8.27 in W 7.09 in L 13 in
Versace Metallic Grey Signature Croc Embossed Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of croc-embossed leather, signature coated canvas, and silver-tone hardware. It h...
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H 8.67 in W 7.09 in L 13 in
Versace Off White/Gold Monogram Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Versace eye candy is crafted from off-white & gold monogram fabric & leather and detailed with gold-tone hardware with the logo plaque on the front. It has two short handles mak...
New GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE White Quilted Patent Leather "Snap Out Of It" Bag
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE White Quilted Patent Leather Bag Top zip closure Measures 13'' x 8.5'' tall at center x 7'' Color: White Four metal feet at base Satin lining...
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H 8.27 in W 7.09 in L 13 in
Versace Metallic Gold/Cream Signature Canvas and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of leather & signature coated canvas. It is detailed with gold-tone hardware. It ...
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H 8.27 in W 7.09 in L 13 in
Versace Metallic Gold/Cream Signature Canvas and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of leather & signature coated canvas. It is detailed with gold-tone hardware. It ...
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H 8.27 in W 7.09 in L 13 in
Versace Metallic Gold/Cream Signature Canvas and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of leather & signature coated canvas. It is detailed with gold-tone hardware. It ...
Versace Metallic Gold/Cream Signature Canvas and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of leather & signature coated canvas. It is detailed with gold-tone hardware. It ...
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H 20.5 in W 18.5 in L 32 in
Versace Pale Gold/Beige Signature Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Ensure your day's essentials are in order and your outfit is complete with this Versace satchel. Crafted using signature fabric & leather, the bag has two handles, gold-tone hardware...
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H 7.88 in W 7.09 in L 12.6 in
Versace Black/Gold Signature Fabric and Leather Studded Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted from quality materials, your wardrobe is missing out on this beautifully made designer bag. Look your fashionable best in any outfit with this stylish bag that promises to el...
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H 6.7 in W 5.91 in L 9.85 in
Versace Gold/Blue Monogram Fabric and Leather Studded Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This satchel is rendered in the finest quality materials into an elegant design. Versatile and functional, it is well-sized for your daily use.
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H 8.08 in W 7.29 in L 12.6 in
Versace Metallic Gold/Beige Signature Fabric and Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This satchel is rendered in the finest quality materials into an elegant design. Versatile and functional, it is well-sized for your daily use.
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H 7.88 in W 7.09 in L 12.6 in
Versace Black/Gold Signature Fabric and Leather Studded Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This satchel is rendered in the finest quality materials into an elegant design. Versatile and functional, it is well-sized for your daily use. Includes: Brand Dustbag
GIANNI VERSACE WHITE QUILTED PATENT LEATHER " SNAP OUT OF IT" SMALL Bag
By Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE White Quilted Patent Leather Bag Top zip closure Five metal feet at base Satin lining with interior zip and 3 pockets braided leather top...
F/W 2002 Runway Versace Pink Ombre Backless Silk Chiffon Dress
By Versace
Located in Rockwood, ON
The dress closes with a hidden set side zipper and snaps to close with hidden set snaps along that fabric that runs behind the neck.
Versace Military Green Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Gianni Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This bold and eye-catching Versace Snap Out Of it satchel is sure to make heads turn.
Gianni Versace Black Leather Snap Out Of It Satchel
By Gianni Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
How gorgeous is this satchel from Versace! It carries an outstanding design and a fabulous interplay of leather and gold-tone hardware. It has a top leading to a satin interior while...
New GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Black Patent Leather "Snap Out Of It" Bag
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Patent Leather Bag Top zip closure Measures 13'' x 8.5'' tall at center x 7'' Six metal feet at base. Satin lining with interior zip, p...
Gucci Vintage Monogram Customized Ladybug Reporter Messenger Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gucci Vintage Monogram Customized Hand Painted Ladybug Reporter Messenger Shoulder Bag in very good condition. Gucci monogram canvas exterior trimmed with light brown leather, gold h...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
$8,438
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Alexander McQueen black off-shoulder bustled evening dress, ss 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen black off-shoulder mid-length evening dress ▪ 57% Cotton, 43% Polyamide ▪ Diamond cut panels around torso ▪ Floral brocade bustled skirt at back ▪ Built-in cor...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
DOLCE & GABBANA Brown Fur Tote Bag Handbag HOBO Purse New Never used
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Wallkill, NY
Dolce Gabbana Hand Bag with a wide black leather strap. Inside zippered pocket. Animal Print Lining. Authenticity card inside pocket. New old stock Circa late 1980s early 90s, never ...
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
$95
Size: Labelled M, may run small
Vintage 1970s Le Roy Knitwear Cream Nubby Open Knit Sweater with Jabot Collar
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1970s cream Le Roy sweater in a wonderful nubby knit with attached jabot collar. Long sleeve, pearlized button closure at back neck. Slightly open-knit, layer for a conservat...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
$1,267Sale Price|35% Off
Size: 38.5
New Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Collectible Heels Sz 38.5
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Size: 38.5 * Tom Ford Era Final Collection Heels This Collection was Featured at the Metropolitan Museum of Art * Metallic Covered Heel * Double...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
Vintage 1960s Christian Dior Grey and Burgundy Fur Hat Unworn
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Christian Dior 1960s fur hat, unworn with tags attached. Sold at Rich's department store. Styled to sit just atop the head. Grosgrain band at interior, comb at back holds hat...
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...
NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and flattering brand new with original store tags vintage BOB MACKIE black and white color block Size 8 evening gown! Features blak crepe at bust, white crepe at waist, and...
$490
Size: Medium - Large
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...
New Gucci New Midnight Green Python Mule Heels Sz 38.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Python Mules Brand New * Stunning in Midnight Green Python * Silver Horsebit Hardware * Size: 38.5 * Silver Studded Sides * Python & Leather Insole * Open toe * 5.5" Heel...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen cropped biker jacket in pale pink textured calf leather. With epaulettes, buttoned notch collar, zipper pocket on the chest, buttoned flap pocket on the front, belt...
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.