Versace Documented Runway Spring 2010 Aqua Metal Studded One Shoulder Gown
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indulge in a fashion fantasy with the Versace Spring 2010 Aqua Metal Studded One Shoulder Gown.
Versace Documented Runway Spring 2010 Aqua Metal Studded One Shoulder Gown
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indulge in a fashion fantasy with the Versace Spring 2010 Aqua Metal Studded One Shoulder Gown.
Vintage Versace S/S 2010 Runway "Alice in Wonderland" Corset Mini Dress 38 US 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
A documented runway piece from the celebrated Spring/Summer 2010 collection “Alice in Wonderland” by Versace.
$505Sale Price|50% Off
Versace Black Crystal Embellished Bra Top Spring 2020
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Stunning Versace black crystal embellished bralette or bra top from the Spring 2020 collection. As worn by Bella Hadid on the runway. Unworn. Made from soft black polyamide and elast...
$642Sale Price|20% Off
Versace Spring 2023 Black One Shoulder Cutout Midi Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
Stunningly slinky Versace black cutout midi dress from the Spring 2023 collection - Look 2 on the runway. Bought for £2300 and new with tags. Made from a double layer of thick stretc...
$539Sale Price|20% Off
Versace Spring 2019 Black Silk Satin Double Asymmetric Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
Stunningly slinky Versace black silk double slip dress from the SS19 collection - as worn by Kendal Jenner on the runway. Bought for £1475 and unworn. Made from glossy black silk wit...
Versace "Alice in Wonderland" Silk Leather & Metal Runway Dress Gown New!
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Corset interior. From the Versace Spring runway 2010 collection. Rare and hard-to-find.
Spring 2018 Ready to Wear Native Americans Versace Tribute FW 1992 pants
Located in Carnate, IT
Collectible trousers with Native American print in silk cady. Size 48, stretch with zip on the back and on the bottom of the trousers. waist 44 cm crotch 33 cm 100 cm long. In perfec...
Versace screen printed colorful shift dress
By Versace
Located in LONDON, GB
Stunning multicolored shift dress by Versace, spring 2010. This dress is awe inspiring!
NEW VERSACE QUILTED SIKL BOMBER JACKET 2018 Spring COLLECTION
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE SILK JACKET Quilted, Silk , no appliqués, designer's motif, single-breasted , Gold Plated zipper closer and pocket Buttons, round collar, side packets, long sleeves wit...
Spring 2011 L# 44 NEW VERSACE SILVER TONE METAL CHAIN
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual PR-Sample Spring 2011 Silver tone Medusa Necklace Made in Italy Necklace length 13" New, display model. Got minor scratches 100% authentic guarantee. C...
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Spring 2011 L# 43 NEW VERSACE SILVER TONE METAL CHAIN
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual PR-Sample Spring 2011 Silver tone Medusa Necklace Made in Italy Necklace length 15 1/4" Full length 26 1/2" New, display model. Got minor scratches 10...
Silver
Spring 2011 L# 16 NEW VERSACE SILVER TONE METAL CHAIN
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual PR-Sample Spring 2011 Silver tone Medusa Necklace Made in Italy Necklace length 16 1/2" Full length 33 1/2 New, display model. Got minor scratches 100% authe...
Silver
S/S 2010 Look # 4 VERSACE TRIPLE PLATFORM PATENT LEATHER BOOTIES Size 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring/Summer 2010 Look # 4 Versace platform booties with patent leather toe and paisley leather.
Spring 2015 New VERSACE VERSUS RHINSTONE & GOLD PLATED LION EARRINGS
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE VERSUS Rhinestone & Gold Plated Lion Earrings Gold plated metal. Glass rhinestones. Lion detail. Post back closure. Made in Italy. Brand new. Display model, has m...
Spring 2011 L# 21 NEW VERSACE SILVER TONE METAL MEDUSA NECKLACE
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual PR-Sample Spring 2011 Silver tone Medusa Necklace Made in Italy Necklace length 14" Pendant diameter 2" New, display model. Got minor scratches 100% a...
Spring 2011 L# 26 NEW VERSACE SILVER TONE METAL NECKLACE and BRACELET
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual PR-Sample Spring 2011 Silver tone Medusa Necklace and Bracelet Made in Italy Necklace length 23 1/2" Bracelet length 8" New, display model. Got minor ...
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Spring 2011 L# 5 NEW VERSACE SILVER TONE METAL MEDUSA and DAGGER NECKLACE
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual PR-Sample Spring 2011 Silver tone Medusa and Dagger Necklace Made in Italy Necklace full length 13 1/2" Medusa pendant diameter 1 1/4" New, display mo...
Silver
S/2010 L# 46 VERSACE AQUAMARINE EMBELLISHED ONE SHOULDER LONG DRESS Gown 40, 42
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Collection Spring/Summer 2010 look # 46 The sensational color, one-shoulder design, artfully embellished body and fluid skirt - which allows effortless movement - ensure...
$12, 125 S/S 2010 L#24 VERSACE WHITE LEATHER MINI DRESS w/ METAL DETAIL Sz 42 - 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE DRESS Collection Spring/Summer 2010 Look # 24 If you're looking for that incredible white tight mini dress that Jennifer Lopez for US and Blake Lively for Vogue then you ...
Spring 2020 Look #42 LIME SATIN STRAPLESS DRESS as seen as Selena 40 - 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring 2020 Look #42 Bright lime green stretch satin mini dress from Versace with off-shoulders design, lateral gathered detail with golden buttons embellishment. lime ...
Versace Spring 2018 Runway Tribute Collection Butterfly Print Terry Cloth Tote
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2018 Runway Tribute Collection Butterfly Print Terry Cloth Tote For Spring 2018, Donatella Versace assembled a beautiful tribute to her late brother, Gianni Versace, ...
Versace Spring 2018 Runway Small Tribute Embellished Leather Icon Shoulder Bag
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2018 Runway Small Tribute Embellished Leather Icon Shoulder Bag Since 1978, Versace has been synonymous with luxury fashion. For their Spring 2018 Tribute collection,...
Versace Spring 2020 Black Strapless Ruffle Mini Cocktail Dress Size 38
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Black Strapless Ruffle Mini Cocktail Dress They say women who wear black lead colourful lives. And truth is, we can totally see you painting the room in shades o...
Versace Spring 2020 Black Strapless Ruffle Mini Cocktail Dress Size 40
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Black Strapless Ruffle Mini Cocktail Dress They say women who wear black lead colourful lives. And truth is, we can totally see you painting the room in shades o...
Spring 2011 L# 33 NEW VERSACE SILVER TONE METAL NECKLACE and BRACELET
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual PR-Sample Spring 2011 Silver tone Medusa Necklace and Bracelet Made in Italy Necklace length 22" Bracelet length 8 1/2" New, display model. Got minor ...
Versace Spring 2020 Runway Verde Jungle Print Single Breasted Blazer Size 40
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Runway Verde Jungle Print Single Breasted Blazer If you can't go to the tropics, have the tropics come to you. This green and blue single-breasted blazer from Ve...
Versace Spring 2020 Runway Black Lace Up Leather Mini Dress Size 38
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Runway Black Lace Up Leather Mini Dress This runway mini strapless dress features black calf leather, lace up leather strings on the sides, back zipper closure, ...
Versace Spring 2020 Runway Verde Jungle Print Denim Mini Skirt Size 38
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Runway Verde Jungle Print Denim Mini Skirt Bring the tropics to your closet with this green Jungle print mini jean skirt. It features a mid rise, belt loops, a c...
Versace Spring 2020 Runway Verde Jungle Print Denim Mini Skirt Size 40
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Runway Verde Jungle Print Denim Mini Skirt Bring the tropics to your closet with this green Jungle print mini jean skirt. It features a mid rise, belt loops, a c...
Versace Spring 2020 Verde Jungle Print Logo Ring Fitted Mini Skirt Size 38
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Verde Jungle Print Logo Ring Fitted Mini Skirt It's a jungle out there, so let's make sure that your outfit will match. This Jungle print mini skirt from Versace...
Versace Spring 2020 Verde Jungle Print Logo Ring Fitted Mini Skirt Size 40
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Verde Jungle Print Logo Ring Fitted Mini Skirt It's a jungle out there, so let's make sure that your outfit will match. This Jungle print mini skirt from Versace...
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Versace Runway Spring 2018 Small White Leather Icon Top Handle Bag with Strap
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
This Versace Runway Spring 2018 small top handle bag features smooth white leather, gold medusa hardware, a top carry handle, a removable shoulder strap, and turn-lock flap closure. ...
Versace Spring 2020 Green Verde Jungle Print Black Lace Bralette Top Size 38
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Green Verde Jungle Print Black Lace Bralette Top Taking cues from lingerie, Versace proves that it shouldn't always be hidden from view. This green leaf-print br...
Versace Spring 2020 Verde Jungle Print Pleated High Rise Midi Skirt Size 38
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Verde Jungle Print Pleated High Rise Midi Skirt Plant this green Jungle print pleated midi skirt from Versace into your wardrobe and button up into the beauty wh...
Spring 2019 Look #9 ASYMMETRIC TURQUOISE LEATHER DRESS 38 - 2, 40 - 4, 42 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring 2019 Look #9 Versace's mini dress is made from supple lamb leather and designed with an asymmetric sleeve detail. Ruched detailing, sleeveless, fully lined Zip fas...
Spring 2019 Look #11 BLACK LEATHER MINI DRESS as seen as Rosie 38 - 2, 40 - 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring 2019 Look #9 In classic Versace fashion, Donatella had her models parade down the Spring '19 runway in super glamourous clothing. A hit at the show, this ruched ...
Versace Spring 2015 Beaded Embellished Geometric Pink Gown Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Versace Spring 2015 Highly embellished full length gown Geometric cube pattern Ombre gold to pink Mesh bust and lower skirt Open back with embellished strap Cross back straps Plunge...
Atelier Versace Spring 2012 Runway Crystal Embellished Starfish Shell Dress
By Atelier Versace, Versace
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Atelier Versace - Versace’s haute couture made-to-order line Spring 2012 - closing look on the runway, and in editorial shoots Crystal embellished white silk full length gown Star...
Spring 2011 L# 43 NEW VERSACE SILVER TONE KEY and DAGGER METAL CHAIN
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual PR-Sample Spring 2011 Silver tone Necklace Made in Italy Necklace length 15 1/4" Full length 26 1/2" New, display model. Got minor scratches 100% authenti...
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Versace Spring 2020 Green & Blue Jungle Print Floor-Length Silk Dress Size 40
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Green & Blue Jungle Print Floor-Length Silk Dress Versace's striking green and blue Jungle print dress was first worn by Jennifer Lopez at the 42nd Grammy Award...
Versace Spring 2020 Green & Blue Jungle Print Floor-Length Silk Dress Size 38
By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
Versace Spring 2020 Green & Blue Jungle Print Floor-Length Silk Dress Versace's striking green and blue Jungle print dress was first worn by Jennifer Lopez at the 42nd Grammy Award...
Spring 2020 Look #42 LIME SATIN STRAPLESS DRESS as seen as Selena 38 - 2, 40 - 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring 2020 Look #42 Bright lime green stretch satin mini dress from Versace with off-shoulders design, lateral gathered detail with golden buttons embellishment. lime ...
Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Black Jersey Bodycon Dress with Buckle Collar
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Dolce & Gabbana black jersey dress, likely dating to the mid-1990s. A sleek and sophisticated take on the classic little black dress, this Italian-made pi...
F/W 2003 Versace by Donatella Butterfly Print Ruched Bodycon Flare Dress IT 38
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vibrant F/W 2003 Versace dress features the season’s signature butterfly print in vivid jewel tones. The figure-hugging silhouette is enhanced by asymmetrical ruching and a flar...
Versace F/W 2003 Strapless Lace Bustier Bra Black Corset Top
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2003 Strapless Lace Bustier Bra Black Corset Top IT 40
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Trésor De La Mer Print Cutout Back Halter Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Trésor De La Mer Print Cutout Back Halter Dress IT 42
2000s Anthony Vaccarello for Versus Versace Strapless Dress
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Sexiest Cocktail Dress Is Here! Circa late 2000s, this dress is designed by Anthony Vaccarello who created a capsule collection for Versus Versace from 2014-2016. This mini strap...
Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YSL knit top, with gorgeous rhinestones on each strap. Flattering fit, with incredible construction. In great condition. Approximately Size Small (lots of stretch) M...
S/S 2004 Atelier Versace by Donatella Metallic Green Halterneck Gown Custom
By Atelier Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Atelier Versace gown from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, designed by Donatella Versace, is constructed in metallic green chiffon with a halterneck, heavily ruched torso, and...
$1,126
Size: Recommended Size; UK 8 / US 4
S/S 2005 Donatella Versace Chaos Couture Colourful denim Print silk corset dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible Spring / Summer 2005 Donatella Versace, jeans couture dress in a silk floaty denim print with colourful slogans, butterfly patch embroidery and fitted bustier, corset top....
Versace Emerald Green Dress
By Versace Collection, Versace
Located in London, GB
An eye catching emerald green dress by Versace. In a wonderful viscose the dress hangs beautifuly. Size 46 Measurements: Bust up to 42'' length 50'' back, 41'' front.
$405
Size: IT46 - XLarge
Class Roberto Cavalli Black Ruched Embroidered Crystal-Embellished Bustier Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Paris, FR
This Class Roberto Cavalli top is constructed in a densely ruched fabric across the front, gathered horizontally throughout to create a close, body-conscious silhouette. The sweethea...
$3,900
Size: IT40 fits XS
GIANNI VERSACE VERSUS 1993 Vintage Iconic Halter Mini Dress w. Tulle Underlay
By Versus Versace
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Gianni Versace Versus Vintage SS93 Iconic !! Super tight waist sucks you in Sweetheart halter neckline Open back Side zip 4 buckles in the front Mini length Attached tulle underlay S...
Unusual Handmade Rhinestone Crystal Bra
Located in New York, NY
Amazing, Cool Handmade Rhinestone Bra from the 1980's perfect for layering under sheer or open garments. Unusual handmade from rhinestone "chaining" and hand soldered to form bra cup...
Versace Bodycon Black Mini Dress w/Silver Insets - New With Tags
By Versace
Located in Studio City, CA
Versace black bodycon mini dress with silver insets and padded bust and hips. New with tags - in excellent condition. Size 38.
Asymmetrical blue silk chiffon bustier evening dress VERSACE COLLECTION
By Versace Collection
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue silk chiffon bustier evening dress; Boned bustier inside the dress with underwired bra and zip closure on the middle back. Bustier fabric composition: 80% nylon, 20% stretch. 2n...
Sensational Aqua Baracci Lace and Rhinestone Gown
By Baracci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a stunning Baracci Haute Couture Original. It is a vibrant aqua with exquisite gold lace overlay dazzled with iridescent rhinestones. This gown is an absolute show stopper. T...
New Versace Collection Blue Pleated Long Dress
By Versace, Versace Collection
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Collection Dress Metal embellishments Two front slits. Metail detals. Fully lined Content: 100% polyester,lining: 100% polyester. IT Size 40 or US 4 armpit to armpit 16" len...
Black Beaded Cardigan
Located in Alford, MA
Black cardigan from the 1950s-'60s embellished with black beads and sequins. Sweater composition is lambswool, angora and nylon and has tiny spherical buttons. Lined. Retailed by Gim...
Crochet & Leather Gloves
Located in New Hope, PA
Never worn, these size 8 gloves are in mint condition. The front of the glove is a beige cotton crochet. The back of the glove is made from butter soft leather with beige topstitchin...
S/S2001 Roberto Cavalli runway distressed silk halter evening dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
S/S2001 Roberto Cavalli runway distressed silk halter evening dress Seen on the Spring/Summer 2001 runway, this Roberto Cavalli evening dress is an exceptional example of the desig...
Thierry Mugler S/S 1994 White Pleated Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler S/S 1994 White Fan Pleated Dress; with pleated gathering to central metal ring at midriff, satin-covered lightly-boned corset to interior. Fits US size 4, EU 34; Miss...
GUCCI Blue Red Calfskin Leather Web Crystal Embellished Sandals Slides
By Gucci, Alessandro Michele
Located in Thiensville, WI
GUCCI Blue Red Calfskin Leather Web Crystal Embellished Sandals Slides Brand / Manufacturer: Gucci Style: Slides Color(s): Black, blue and red Unmarked Materials (feel of): Leath...
Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful never worn 80’s YSL fuchsia gloves trimmed in matching leather diagonal stitching. Both gloves was linked by the original sealing thread. "Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche" g...
Christian Dior Spring Summer 2004 romantic pink silk set
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Stunning Christian Dior by John Galliano romantic ruffled pink silk chiffon set from the Spring Summer 2004 collection. Designer : John Galliano Details : This soft rose-pink two-pi...
Alexander McQueen 2008 Navy Blue Sequin Leggings Pants
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen navy blue sequined leggings from the Fall/Winter 2008 collection The Girl Who Lived in a Tree. As seen in gold in runway look 25 (see photo). These fitted pants f...
1990s Vintage Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld Yellow Chiffon Angel Blouse w/ Rhinestones
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage Chloe blouse, designed by Karl Lagerfeld! Butter yellow color, on scrumptious silk chiffon. Angel-like bell sleeves, with rhinestones encrusted around collar, and at...
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Jungle Printed Silk Chiffon Halter Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Concord, NC
Striking vintage Roberto Cavalli Class gown featuring an intricate jungle print filled with exotic birds, big cats, tropical flora, and scenic motifs in rich earthy tones. Crafted in...
rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway Wild Rose applique ruched plunge dress gown S
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway purple Wild Rose applique ruched plunge dress gown S Reference: TGAS/F00664 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: Fall Winter 2...
F/W 1995 Thierry Mugler Black & White Couturissime Sculptural Peplum Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
An exceptional and highly sought-after Thierry Mugler black and white jacket from the iconic 1995 collection, as seen on the runway and later featured in the acclaimed Thierry Mugler...
Boucher Jewelers 3.5ct Pear-Shaped Fancy Yellow Diamond Drop Earrings
By Boucher Jewelers
Located in London, GB
* Unworn * With receipt and GIA certificates * Six pear-shaped fancy yellow diamonds * VVS to SI * 3 and 3.5 ct * original invoice from Bucherer for £137 000 * Yellow gold mounting ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Bulgari Burma Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Bulgari "Toi et Moi" ring, meaning "you and me" in French, displays both the finest gemstones and the exceptional craftsmanship of the renowned jeweler. The bypass rin...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Dolce & Gabbana Silk Flower Print Skirt Suit
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk 2 piece skirt and jacket suit from Dolce & Gabbana in a red and white lily pattern on a grey background. The jacket is single breasted with a lapel collar, lightly p...
Rare Gucci by Tom Ford FW 2004 Dragon bag in crocodile
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
A Rarity at Nice Vintage Darling An extraordinary and highly collectible evening bag from Gucci’s Fall/Winter 2004 collection, created under the visionary direction of Tom Ford. This...
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.