Vintage Bob Mackie dresses are a fashion favorite, and with good reason. The legendary Monterey, California–born fashion designer has accrued an enviable list of awards that speak to his unparalleled influence on costumes for screen and theatrical performances: Mackie has nine Emmy awards to his name, a Tony award, a CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award, three Academy Award nominations and more.
As a child, Bob Mackie was enamored of Portuguese-born Brazilian dancer and actress Carmen Miranda. The love of film shared by his sister and mother proved contagious for Mackie, and he marveled at the richness and beauty he found in ballet. He wasn’t interested in fashion so much as he was in entertainment and went on to, fortunately, find work in television during the 1960s, specifically in programming that seemed to encompass all of what he’d grown to love about the arts.
As a fashion sketch artist, Mackie collaborated with Hollywood’s greatest costume designers, working with the legendary Edith Head at Paramount Studios as soon as he’d finished school. From there, he secured work with French-born, Hollywood costume designer Jean Louis, sketching the iconic Louis dress worn by Marilyn Monroe when she sang “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” to John F. Kennedy in 1962.
Mackie would spend most of his career as a costume designer, creating iconic pieces like the Gone With the Wind parody costume (currently in the Smithsonian) for The Carol Burnett Show — where he worked for more than a decade — and campy, opulent dresses for The Cher Show on Broadway, for which he won the Tony award (he also designed bedazzled stage costumes for Sonny and Cher's 1976–77 run at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe). But he had a considerable influence on mainstream fashion as well.
The figure-hugging, feathered and fringed gowns and cocktail dresses Mackie created were worn by stars like Cher and Diana Ross on the red carpet and concert tours. Similar designs of his — dazzling evening dresses of black or vibrant red silk, some beaded with rhinestones or embellished with ostrich feathers or navy blue sequins — made their way into his mainstream fashion collection. His ready-to-wear line debuted in 1982.
Bob Mackie has always said that his clothing was “for the woman who is not afraid to be noticed,” and any woman in one of his signature dresses would definitely turn heads. There is sparkle and an element of grandeur in his garments, whether they were crafted for singer Elton John, a universally renowned fashion icon in his own right, or the woman next door, donning one of Mackie’s spectacular creations and feeling like a movie star herself.
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BOB MACKIE signed vintage gold plated blue green crystal designer bracelet
By Bob Mackie
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed BOB MACKIE • gold plated with rhinestones • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
Hermes Kelly Bracelet Small Model Diamond in 18k Rose Gold ST
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a chic and instantly recognizable Hermes Kelly Bracelet Small Model. Iconic bracelet with turn clasp featured in 18...
Diamond, Rose Gold
22 Karat Gold Handmade Link Bracelet with Brilliant Cut Diamond Charms
By Malcolm Betts
Located in London, GB
22ct gold hand made link bracelet set with brilliant cut diamond charms Handmade in Notting Hill London by renowned British jeweller Malcolm Betts. 1.10cts approximate total diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Onyx Mauboussin Earrings Necklace Bracelet Suite
By Mauboussin
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional one-of-a-kind aquamarine diamond and black onyx suite attributed to Mauboussin Paris and set in 18 karat yellow gold. This impressive suite consists of a necklace, bracelet, and earrings and is a vintage creation dating to 1980s. It is emblematic of the bold French high-jewelry glamour of that era. Large aquamarines highlight each individual piece in the suite and feature an ever-elegant emerald-step-cut. The aquamarines display a rich and lively blue color that lights up beautifully as the pieces are worn. They are also characterized by very fine clarity. Vivid aquamarine gemstones float on top of oval 18 karat yellow gold base which is masterfully inlaid with black onyx and encrusted with sparkling fine white diamonds. The necklace and bracelet also feature elegant large oval gold links, surface of which is embellished with decorative ridges, and diamond set short links joining them. Diamonds total approximately 10.5 carats altogether. The juxtaposition of vivid blue aquamarines against elegant black onyx and sumptuous frames of glittering diamonds and luminous yellow gold setting create an incredibly sophisticated and chic statement jewelry. The pieces are in excellent condition and bear French hallmarks of the period including a maker’s mark for Péry & Fils which was one of the main jewelry makers for Mauboussin Paris. For further details please see summary below as well as individual listings for each of these pieces in our 1stdibs store. Suite pricing offers an attractive discount compared to buying each of the pieces individually. Summary: - Vintage suite dating to 1980s masterfully combines large blue aquamarines, elegant black onyx, white diamonds and 18 karate yellow gold into a bold and chic design that makes for high-statement jewelry - Featuring large vivid blue aquamarines of emerald-step-cut and of very fine clarity. Aquamarines altogether weigh an impressive 76 carats (24 carats for the necklace/ 30 carats for the bracelet / 11 carats for each of the earrings) - Featuring altogether approximately 10.5 carats of fine white round diamonds (F-G color) - Necklace measures approximately 16.5 inches (42cm) in length and its center pendant is approximately 1.2 by 1 inch (3cm by 2.6cm); bracelet measures approximately 6.9 inches (17.5cm) in length and its center section is approximately 1.25 by 1 inch (3.2cm by 2.5cm); clip-on earrings (posts for pierced ears can be added) measure 1in (2.5cm) in length and width - Attributed to Mauboussin Paris and with French hallmarks of the period including maker’s mark for Péry & Fils (well know Mauboussin jewelry...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$425
W 0.4 in L 7.51 in
Tiffany & Co. Return to Tiffany Sterling Silver Round Tag Link Bracelet Polished
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A classic Tiffany & Co. bracelet in solid sterling silver, featuring the iconic Return to Tiffany round tag. The polished finish and bold link de...
Sterling Silver
18 Karat Gold Minoan-Inspired Basket Link Bracelet
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Minoan-Inspired Basket Link Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry. This stunning bracelet is inspired by a Minoan gold example from the area of Knossos, Crete, dating to aro...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
22 Karat Gold Mycenaean-Inspired Lily Flower Link Bracelet
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Mycenaean-Inspired Lily Flower Link Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry. Our incredible "Ilithyia" bracelet is inspired by a Mycenaean gold example from the area of Phaistos, in Crete, dating 1400 to 1300 BC. It is made up of small links that are supposed to recall the white lily...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,695 / item
Rock Candy Rainbow Bracelet
By Jennifer House
Located in Chertsey, GB
Indulge your senses with the mesmerizing swirls of rock candy brought to life in a bracelet that is almost good enough to eat! Prepare to adorn your wrist w...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,890
H 7.56 in W 0.43 in Dm 0.43 in L 7.56 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Ruby Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer Bracelet is handmade from 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is microscopically decorated with granulation - yellow gold beads and wires. Granulated details contrast w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sa...
22 Karat Gold Hammered Link Bracelet with Platinum Set Old Cut Diamond 0.72cts
By Malcolm Betts
Located in London, GB
22ct gold hammered handmade link bracelet with platinum set old cut diamond 0.72cts- Handmade in Notting Hill London by British jeweller Malcolm Betts. The individual beauty and lon...
White Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum
$8,940
W 0.45 in Dm 0.45 in L 6.97 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond Classic Greek Key Design Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Greek Key bracelet in solid yellow gold 18 karats all handmade with the Greek Key design, the symbol of eternal life. The Bracelet is custom made and has brillian...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
22 Karat Gold and Platinum Link Bracelet Set with Brilliant Cut Diamond 0.84cts
By Malcolm Betts
Located in London, GB
22ct gold and platinum link bracelet with platinum set brilliant cut diamond 0.84cts handmade in Notting Hill London by renowned British jewellery designer Malcolm Betts Chunky hamme...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Raymond Yard Art Deco 17.35 Carat Diamond Platinum Bracelet
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The elegance of this diamond bracelet by noteworthy jeweler Raymond Yard stands alone among Art Deco designs. With enchanting links and mesmerizing curves emblazoned with 17.35 carat...
Diamond, Platinum
Bob Mackie Crystal Encrusted Bangle Bracelet c 1990s
By Bob Mackie
Located in University City, MO
Bob Mackie Crystal encrusted bangle bracelet. The elegant art deco inspired bracelet is embellished with brilliant ruby, jet & diamante crystals The glittering crystals are designed...