Gucci 1960s V. Accornero Aquatic Print Poncho
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Dive into Timeless Chic with the Gucci 1960s V. Accornero Aquatic Print Poncho! Introducing a
Gucci 1960s V. Accornero Aquatic Print Poncho
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Dive into Timeless Chic with the Gucci 1960s V. Accornero Aquatic Print Poncho! Introducing a
Gucci 1960s V. Accornero Aquatic Print Scarf
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Dive into Elegance with the Gucci 1960s V. Accornero Aquatic Print Scarf! Introducing a stunning
GUCCI 1960s Black Lizard Leather Handbag with Mini Wallet and Mirror
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gucci 1960s black leather lizard handbag with mini wallet and mini rectangular mirror. This
$5,341
H 25.99 in W 18.31 in D 12.6 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Table Lamp Brass Brown Suede Paolo Gucci 1960s Italy
By Paolo Gucci, Formitalia
Located in Vienna, AT
lamp shade in its original form by Paolo Gucci for Form Italia 1960s Italy. An extraordinary and
Brass
$307Sale Price|25% Off
Gucci 1960s Vintage Wooden Shoe Trees Unisex Size 43 IT Adjustable
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Dating back to 1960s New York, these exquisite Gucci wooden shoe trees possess an eternal
GUCCI 60's Collection of 6 Silver 925 and Vermeil Animal Figurines Card Holders
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gucci 1960's !!! We are proud to announce our rare find during the last trip to Italy!!! Entertain
1960's Huge Umbrella Stand "Leather booth" Attributed to Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1960's Huge umbrella stand "Leather booth" attributed to Gucci Italy.
Metal, Brass
Gucci Vintage Hammer Corkscrew, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Munich, DE
Gucci Vintage hammer corkscrew in chrome and brass signed with Gucci. Very good vintage condition.
Brass, Chrome
$1,044 / set
H 1.97 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Pair of Gucci silver metal Flower candleholders with Petal ashtrays, 1960's
By Gucci
Located in BELFORT, FR
Rare pair of metal flower candleholders with removable petal ashtrays, in the style of Gucci. Great
Metal
Gucci Spighe Wheat and Poppy Flowers signed by Vittorio Acornero 1960´s-1970´s
By Gucci, Vittorio Accornero
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Early 1970's Scarf Spighe Wheat printed on silk, gorgeous bouquet of poppy flowers and wheat
Gucci Letter Opener and Pen Holder in Leather, 1960s Italy
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
brass accents from circa 1960. Letter opener marked ‘Gucci’ in the brass on the guard and ‘Gucci. Made
Brass
Rare Gucci Vintage Rosewood Leather Trim Tabletop Bar, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Gucci tabletop bar, circa 1960s, crafted in Italy from richly grained
An Elegant 1960s Black Leather Shoulder Bag by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An exquisite 1960s Gucci shoulder bag, a testament to the brand's enduring style and impeccable
1960s Gucci Wood Golf Club Web Stripe Long Shoe Horn
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Rare Vintage 1960s Gucci Wood Golf Club Web Stripe Long Shoe Horn in Wood, Resin and cow horn
$3,084 / set
H 18.12 in W 22.64 in D 1.78 in
Gucci Brown Leather Brass Bucket Desk Stationary Set Pen Pad Write, circa 1960s
By Gucci
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of original circa 1960s Vintage Gucci brown
Leather, Suede
$1,127
H 5.52 in W 13.78 in D 8.27 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Brass Ceramic Bamboo, Gucci Style, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Elegant Italian tray from the 1960s, crafted in brass, ceramic, and real bamboo, with a refined
Brass
$379Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.97 in W 4.34 in L 6.3 in
Gucci Vintage 1960s Leather Jewelry Box with Brass Horn Accent, Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Padova, IT
Raro portagioie in pelle GUCCI collezione anni 1960/70, la decorazione centrale a losanga con
$830 / set
H 2.17 in W 2.17 in D 3.15 in
Vintage Set of Gucci Quail Silverplate Salt And Pepper Shaker, Italy 1960s
By Gucci
Located in München, BY
Set of decorative silver-plated quail salt and pepper shakers, Italy 1960s. Signed Gucci and Made
Silver Plate
$1,175 / set
H 3.94 in W 0.79 in D 0.4 in
Set of 6 Gucci Silver Spoons Goldplated Mid Century Design, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Gravur Period: 1960s Manufacturer Designer: Gucci Dimensions: 10 H x 2 W x 1 L cm Spoon / 16 H x 13 W x
Silver
1970s Gucci Gilt Brass Shoehorn with Swinging Horsebit Ring, Italy
By Aldo Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s. This piece falls into a category of luxury-branded travel accessories Gucci produced in the 1960s
Ormolu
$395
H 1.63 in W 5.5 in D 3.5 in
Mid-Century Jade Green Onyx Marble Brass Decorative Box ITALY, c.1960s
By Gucci
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful green stone box in brass hinged framing. Small chip to one top corner, very small, right at the brass framing. 5.5 x 3.5 in.
Agate, Onyx
1960s Vintage Gucci Hercules Knot Necklace Silver Blue Enamel Collar
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Gucci Hercules knot necklace crafted in sterling silver (circa 1960s). The Gucci
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1960's Gucci Jackie O Bag
By Gucci
Located in New York City, NY
The iconic bag beloved by Jackie O, this 1960's leather Gucci bag carries an aura of timeless style
1960's Gucci Jackie O Bag
By Gucci
Located in New York City, NY
The iconic bag beloved by Jackie O, this 1960's leather Gucci bag carries an aura of timeless style
Unavailable
1960's Gucci brown leather belt
By Gucci
Located in New York City, NY
Unique vintage Gucci 60's belt with a gorgeous carved bronze buckle and a rust glass stone. 33
Rare 1960’s Gucci Brown Leather Doctor Bag
By Gucci
Located in Houston, TX
Unbelievable and rare vintage Gucci bag. Stored with care and in excellent condition for its age
Gucci Display Cabinet, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
A beautiful display cabinet by Gucci in bird's-eye maple with Perspex shelves and brass profiling
Brass
Unavailable
1960s Gucci Black Leather Bag
By Gucci
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Signed Gucci soft, but structured black 1960s handbag. The bag is clean inside. Lovely classic
FINAL SALE 1960s Gucci Desk Clock and Barometer Set
By Gucci
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare vintage desk clock set by Gucci from the 1960s in a very beautiful design. It is fully covered
Leather
Unavailable
1960s Gucci Shiny Brown Faux Crocodile Bag
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
1960s Gucci shiny brown faux crocodile bag with golden hardware. Bag is in excellent condition
Vintage Brass and Glass Ashtray Italian, 1960s by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
1960s. Designed by Gucci.
Small Mirror in Brass Frame by Gucci, Italy, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
as a photo frame. Italian, 1960s. Designed by Gucci.
Vintage Gucci Sterling Silver Enamel Belt Buckle Bracelet, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Sydney, NSW
An iconic Gucci solid silver black and brown enamel belt bracelet consisting of two hinged panels
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Gucci Black Crocodile Chain and Turn Lock Purse, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful glossy black crocodile purse by Gucci. The purse is envelope style, with a heavy brass
A 1960s Vintage Gucci Black Patent Leather Handbag with Gold Hardware
By Gucci
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A fabulous 1960s Gucci patent leather handbag with a flap closure and gold hardware. The bag has
Rare Gucci Double Sided Bag with Bamboo Handle
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1960s Gucci bag with iconic canvas striping. Bamboo handle. This is a rare double sided bag.
Gucci 1960s Sterling and Wood Hidded Wristwatch
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Gucci Sterling Silver and Wood Bracelet Wrist Watch, the buckle form center section
Sterling Silver
Lucite Travel Desk Clock by Gucci, 1960s Italy
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique travel desk clock by Gucci is a testament to quality and design. A square lucite panel
Brass
Gucci 1960s Mod Suede Skirt with Metal Hardware and Chain
By Gucci
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic mod genuine 1960s Gucci suede skirt in chocolate brown with gold plated metal hardware
1990S Tom Ford Gucci Snake Skin Print Silk Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Tom Ford Gucci 1960s Style Snake Snakeskin Print Silk Dress
1960s Gucci luggage duffle and suitcase
Located in Austin, TX
Gucci 1960's canvas 2 piece luggage set with leather trim. Suitcase: 17 1/4" W x 13 1/2" H x 6" D
Gucci 60s Chic Baby Croc Handbag - Mint Condition!
By Gucci
Located in Gresham, OR
This is an extremely rare, exquisite, genuine Gucci 1960s baby crocodile handbag. Blue enameled
Gucci Sterling Silver and Malachite Enamel Bracelet 1960's
By Gucci
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing signed vintage Italian Gucci sterling silver and green malachite enamel bracelet is
Sterling Silver
1960's Gucci Bamboo Top Handle Black Leather Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gucci double compartment black leather handbag from the 1960's. The bag has two identical top flap
Gucci Vintage Picture Frame 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Munich, DE
Luxury vintage Gucci picture frame made in chrome and brass in bamboo style with the golden Gucci
Brass, Chrome
Gucci Vintage Silver Plated Basset, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Munich, DE
Pair of decorative bassets dogs in silver plated brass, signed Gucci Italy on the bottom.
Silver Plate, Brass
1960s Sterling and Horn Box by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Nicely decorated box in Horn and manufactured by Gucci of Italy, circa 1960s. Signed with sticker
1960s Gucci Lizard Bamboo Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Capri, IT
1960s Gucci Lizard Bamboo Handbag Gold tone hardware Beije tone lizard leather Brown Bamboo
1960s Gucci Knit Polo Top
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Super cute 1960s Gucci wool knit polo. Cream with blue and rust pattern at hips. Open collar with
1960s Black Leather Gucci Bag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1960s black leather handbag by Gucci. This piece has two strap handles, a gold flip
Gucci Italy 1960s Sterling Silver Large Link Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Gucci Sterling Silver Link Bracelet, elongated Horse Shoe Shaped links measuring 7/8
Sterling Silver
1960s Gucci Black Satin Evening Bag
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Most unusual early Gucci black satin and scrolled silver evening bag from the early 1960's. The
Rare Gucci bamboo handle handbag 1960s
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare to find Gucci black leather, bamboo handle handbag from the 1960s...Like a chic lunch box
Gucci sterling silver Brown Enamel Wristwatch, circa 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, Sterling, by Gucci, Italy. This sterling silver watch is a classic piece of sixties
Sterling Silver
Mid 1960s Gucci Black Crocodile Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Very elegant and rare Gucci crocodile handbag Vintage from the 60's Colour black Made in
Vintage 1960s Gucci Gilt Bronze Shoe Horn
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Step back in time with this exquisite Vintage 1960s Gucci Gilt Bronze Shoe Horn. Crafted in Italy
Bronze
Gucci Crocodile Chain And Turn Lock Clutch 1960s
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci Crocodile Chain And Turn Lock Clutch 1960s. A stunning, very rare vintage Gucci crocodile
Vintage Gucci Burgundy Alligator Suede Shoulder Bag 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
feeds the allure of Gucci. This circa 1960s bag speaks for itself. This vintage Gucci drawstring bag
Rare Gucci Siver Sheffield Desk Set, Italy 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Naples, IT
Rare Gucci Desk Set in Sheffield silver, composed of: Pen holder cm. h.10x9x9 Notepad holder cm
Silver
1960s GUCCI Red Leather Key Holder Tri- Fold Wallet
By Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s GUCCI Red Leather Key Holder Wallet Product details: Red leather tri fold keychain wallet
Sold
H 18.12 in W 22.64 in D 1.78 in
Gucci Brown Leather Brass Bucket Desk Stationary Set Pen Pad Write, circa 1960s
By Gucci
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of original circa 1960s Vintage Gucci brown
Leather, Suede
Gucci Nylon Travel Hooded Rain Coat & Carry Pouch Vintage 1960s
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci nylon travel hooded rain coat & carry pouch vintage from the 1960s. Novelty raincoat is
Gucci rare fitted dome top leather & bamboo handle bag 1960s
By Gucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gucci rare fitted dome cover, demi bamboo handle day bag...Large size...Chocolate brown textured
1960S Gucci Brown & Cream Polyester Nylon Blend Waterproof Logo Chain Print Coat
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
1960S Gucci Brown & Cream Polyester Nylon Blend Waterproof Logo Chain Print Coat
Vintage Gucci Travel Backgammon Set Rare GG Logo Canvas Leather Trim 1960s
By Gucci
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This super rare and vintage travel backgammon set was made by Gucci as a custom order, most likely
Sixties Gucci Bracelet 18k Italy 18k c1960s Italy
By Gucci
Located in Litchfield, CT
Signed Jewelry, Estate Jewelry. Circa 1960s, 18k, by Gucci, Italian. From simply elegant to
18k Gold
Incredibly Rare Gucci Crystal Bowl
By Gucci
Located in Asheville, NC
developed in the mid-1960s. When Gucci was just beginning to expand its brand in the Mid-1960s and 1970s
1980s Gucci Logo Medallion Metal Keyring
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
The 1960s Gucci Metal Logo Pendant Keyring brings a timeless elegance to any look. Crafted with
Gucci Black Snake Skin Clutch, Circa 1960
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage black snake skin clutch by Gucci, from the 1960's. It has a smooth black leather
Gucci Vintage White Lizard Skin Square Handbag, Circa 1960
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare vintage white lizard skin square shaped handbag by Gucci, from the 1960's. It has
Bronze Equestrian Mirror, France 1960s
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
objects popularized by Gucci in the 70s.
Bronze
Gucci Vintage Beige Floral Silk Scarf Flora 1966 Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci between the 1960s and 1981. The Flora design is a magical and delicate composition of flowers
Gucci Vintage Pink Floral Silk Scarf Flora 1966 Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci between the 1960s and 1981. The Flora design is a magical and delicate composition of flowers
Gucci Vintage Black Background Flora Silk Scarf Floral Pattern
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci between the 1960s and 1981. The Flora design is a magical and delicate composition of flowers
Gucci Vintage Blue Floral Silk Scarf Flora 1966 Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
designer for Gucci from the 1960s to 1981, crafted this piece as a vibrant celebration of nature's beauty
Gucci Vintage Red Floral Silk Scarf Flora 1966 Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
designer for Gucci from the 1960s to 1981, crafted this piece as a vibrant celebration of nature's beauty
Gucci Vintage Burgundy Floral Silk Scarf Flora 1966 Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
designer for Gucci from the 1960s to 1981, crafted this piece as a vibrant celebration of nature's beauty
Gucci Vintage White Floral Silk Scarf Flora 1966 Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Title: 'Flora' - Designed by Vittorio Accornero for GUCCI in 1966 - Multicolor Floral Design on
Gucci Vintage Game and Flowers Silk Scarf Flora 1970s Accornero
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Gucci between the 1960s and 1981. It depicts images of game (pheasants, mallards, partridges, hares
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
Kathrine Baumann Leopard Design Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite handmade designer, Kathrine Baumann, who is the celebrated handbag maker to the stars, leopard pattern pillow shaped minaudière, evening bag or evening clutch is completely...
$5,772
Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana black silk spandex and leather lace up dress, ss 2003
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana; black silk spandex figure hugging evening dress. - Lambskin leather grommet trim - Open on both sides with lace up fastenings - Invisible side zip closure ...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
$760Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
$1,049Sale Price|25% Off
Size: 44 IT
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's "Colletti" Print Multicolor Square Sleeveless Shift Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's "Colletti" Print Multicolor Square Sleeveless Shift Dress Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci; Exclusively for Saks Fifth Avenue Designer: Emilio Pucci Style...
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...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...
New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Black Leather High Heel Boots Designer size - 37 Style - BQS023-PZ220 Smooth Black Leather, Multiple Straps, Gold-Tone Buckles with Engraved Logo, Inner Half Zip...
Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.
Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.
At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.
In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.
Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.
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