Shapely lingerie models, animal and floral prints and the Mediterranean heritage of Sicily have come to define the romantic and sensual style of Dolce & Gabbana, a leading international brand that from its earliest days of corsetry, copious lace and provocative silhouettes has challenged fashion with an audacious vision for femininity.
After meeting in Milan in 1980 while they were both working for Italian designer Giorgio Correggiari, Domenico Dolce (b. 1958) and Stefano Gabbana (b. 1962) would go on to establish their eponymous fashion empire in 1982. Three years later, a breakthrough for the duo materialized in the form of an up-and-coming talent showcase at Milan Fashion Week, where they unveiled an approach to fashion design that broke sharply from that of the era’s reigning Italian houses. By then romantic partners as well as a business, Dolce & Gabbana were outsiders. Soon, their distinctive garments — sexy, feathery skirts and stretchy jersey evening dresses that favored full figures — demanded the fashion world’s undivided attention.
Though Dolce & Gabbana forged a path in womenswear that would take shape with a 1986 collection called “Real Women,” the brand’s offerings broadened quickly to encompass knitwear, swimwear, lingerie, ready-to-wear, menswear and perfume. In the early 1990s, Madonna helped catapult the luxury house to international stardom: The renowned singer and actress famously tapped the brand to create the looks for her 1993 tour “The Girlie Show.” It saw Madonna working closely with the designers and even starring in their ad campaigns. Dolce & Gabbana has continued to develop a high-profile clientele that includes pop sensations such as Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. The latter donned Dolce & Gabbana’s armor corset dress in the music video for her hit single “Paparazzi.”
Rather than following the rapidly changing trends of fashion, Dolce & Gabbana have instead held to their close-fitting tailoring and decadent designs. The house continues to work with recurring themes such as the culture of Italy and Catholicism, which is manifest, specifically, in their widespread use of black lace, a fabric that references the dresses worn by Sicilian widows. The duo is also inspired by Italian cinema and its icons such as Gina Lollobrigida and Sophia Loren; in 2015 they introduced the Sophia No. 1 lipstick in her honor.
Although Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana separated as a couple in 2005, they continued their business as a creative partnership. In 2012, they closed their less expensive D&G ready-to-wear line to focus on exclusive extravagance, such as their Alta Moda custom pieces. Today, Dolce & Gabbana maintains a popularity with a wealthy clientele, and the house’s 2020s collections have featured technological experiments that update traditional styles, such as a bouclé jacket with a pixel-like pattern, as well as throwbacks to the 1990s fashion that made the brand a household name.
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Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Y2K Eel Leather Bag Anni2000
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Iconic vintage Dolce & Gabbana bag from the early 2000s, made of precious deep burgundy eel leather with spectacular natural hues and characteristic striped texture typical of this r...
F/W 2004 Dolce & Gabbana Rhinestone Capriorn White Python Horoscope Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an off-white snakeskin Dolce & Gabbana horoscope shoulder bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection. This flap bag is crafted from black python skin and features an ena...
Early 2000s Dolce and Gabbana Zebra Pony Hair Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Dolce & Gabbana shoulder bag from the early 2000s features a striking black and white zebra print on pony hair. It’s accented with silver-tone hardware and patent leather, offer...
F/W 2002 Dolce & Gabbana Brown Cow Pony Hair Western Whipstitch Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A cow print pony hair Dolce & Gabbana shoulder bag from the Fall/Winter 2002 collection. This chic small shoulder tote predominantly features cow print pony hair with dark brown leat...
Coated leopard printed canevas and burgundypatent leather details Dolce Gabbana
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Coated leopard printed canevas and patent leather details. One outside pocket with zip; One inside pocket with zip and one small without ( mobile phone pocket) One snap in the middle...
Dolce & Gabbana x Kim Sicily Black & Sliver Croc Double-face Top-Handle Mini Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Diego, CA
Dolce & Gabbana x Kim Sicily Double-face Top-Handle Mini Bag Black & Sliver Croc Condition: never worn, in perfect condition. Origin: Made in Italy. Includes: Original branded dust ...
Dolce & Gabbana Miss Bonita Azure Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Leather Azure color Single handle Can be carried crossbody (removable) Golden metal parts Lockit like closure Animalier internal Double internal pocket (one large zipped) Cm 28,5 x 2...
Dolce & Gabbana, grained leather handbag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Dolce & Gabbana, grained leather handbag in beige. The item is in good condition. Small signs of use on the hardware.
F/W 1998 Dolce & Gabbana Hand-Painted Floral Black Satin Evening Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black hand-painted grape Dolce and Gabbana bag. This bag from the Fall/Winter 1998 collection features a silver-plated clamshell closure and a black silk body, ...
DOLCE GABBANA Sicily crochet leather trim gold hardware top handle satchel bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA Sicily black crochet leather trim gold hardware top handle satchel bag Reference: TGAS/F00963 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Designer: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Model: S...
Dolce & Gabbana New Yellow Sicily Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Dolce and Gabbana Sicily Handbag in yellow soleil quilted Aria Calfskin makes your look go from day to night in this casual sleek hand...
Dolce Gabbana New Large Straw Cream Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Dolce & Gabbana new large straw and cream leather large bag, adjustable and detachable strap. Comes with ID card and original dust cover.
Dolce & Gabbana Large Sicily Leather Bag with Black Polka Dots
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Inject playful elegance into your wardrobe with this Dolce & Gabbana Large Sicily Bag in white leather, adorned with hand-painted-style black polka dots. Featuring gold-toned hardwar...
Dolce Large Red Roses Sicily Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Dolce & Gabbana large Sicily bag with red rose design on white background. Red and white vichy lining. Detachable and adjustable shoulder strap drop 8". Handle drop 4 inches. Comes w...
Brown Dolce & Gabbana Patent Leather Handbag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in New York, NY
Brown Dolce & Gabbana Patent Leather Handbag. This handbag features a patent leather body and dual rolled top handles. 12" L x 9.5" H x 4.25" D, 7" handle drop.
NEW Dolce & Gabbana Family Print Sicily Red Leather Tote Shoulder Structured Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Brossard, QC
Red leather medium 'Sicily' shoulder bag Textured leather detail Gold-tone hardware Gold-tone logo plaque, a flat top handle Detachable gold chain shoulder strap Foldover top with ma...
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Mesh Red Embroidered Floral Mini Evening Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A fabulous black mesh Dolce & Gabbana mini bag from the 1990s. This petite evening bag is crafted from semi-sheer black mesh adorned with a striking red floral print. The bag is made...
F/W 2000 Dolce & Gabbana Red Pony Hair Cheetah Print Flap Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Introducing this stunning red cheetah print Dolce & Gabbana pony hair shoulder bag. Elevate your style with this exquisite piece from the Fall/Winter 2000 collection. The bag feature...
Dolce & Gabbana Black Raffia Bag, 2018
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dolce & Gabbana - (Made in Italy) Black raffia handbag with leather and fabric embroidered with golden lurex threads. Golden metal chain handle. 2018 Spring-Summer Collection. Addit...
Late 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Leather Studded Small Shoulder Tote Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A chic black leather studded Dolce & Gabbana tote from the late 1990s. This small black leather tote features elevated style with silver studs arranged in an scrolling pattern. The p...
Dolce & Gabbana Black Foal Skin Sicily Bag with Sequins & Golden Metal Elements
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dolce & Gabbana - (Made in Italy) Black foal skin Sicily bag with sequins and golden metal elements. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 19 cm...
Dolce New Large Red Macrame’ Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Dolce & Gabbana new large red macrame’ bag , adjustable and detachable strap. Comes with ID card and booklet.
NEW Dolce & Gabbana Sicily In Raffia Shoulder Leather Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Brossard, QC
Calf leather tote detailed with pom-pom, mirror, charms and multicolour rhinestones embellishment, featuring a round top handle, a detachable and adjustable shoulder strap and a snap...
BURBERRY Beige Brown Plaid Cotton Acrylic Cosmetic Pouch
By Burberry
Located in San Francisco, CA
BURBERRY LONDON cosmetic pouch in a beige and brown cotton acrylic blend twill featuring a plaid pattern and zip closure.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Measurements: Length: 4.5...
LONGCHAMP Vintage White Faux Leather Round Crossbody Handbag
By Longchamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage LONGCHAMP handbag in a white faux leather fabric featuring a round shape, crossbody strap, and zip closure. Comes with dust bag.Made in France.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Crack...
Hermès Kelly 28 Beton Togo Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Kelly 28 in beton and togo leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the original receipt. Stamp U (2022)
H 9.06 in W 14.57 in D 5.91 in
Gucci Hysteria 2000s Top Handle Bag in Black Shiny Leather
By Gucci
Located in Arnhem, NL
A Gucci Hysteria top handle bag made of soft and shiny black leather with gold toned hardware. The interior is lined with the Gucci logo synthetic black fabric. Next to the major c...
1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware: A classic lady-like handbag in a wide-scale patterned crocodile skin with gold hardware and a long hinged croc-co...
H 10.24 in W 13 in D 4.73 in Dm 14.57 in L 13.78 in
Louis Vuitton Brea MM Bordeaux Amarante
By Louis Vuitton
Located in 10707, DE
Louis Vuitton Brea handbag in purple patent leather, hardware in gilt metal, double handle in natural leather, natural leather removable strap to be worn ...
H 5.52 in W 7.49 in D 2.76 in
Hermès Kelly Picnic 20 Vert Verone Osier Swift Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Kelly Picnic in vert verone and osier wicker/swift leather with palladium hardware. The bag is in excellent and unworn condition with minima...
90s Gianni Versace Couture White Leather Handbag
By Gianni Versace
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Gianni Versace Couture white leather Handbag. - Gold toned hardware Medusa zip closure. - Interior zip closure. - Five bottom gold toned hardware studs. - Heigh...
1992 Hermes Black 35cm Kelly Supple Box Bag with Thick Strap
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vintage black box leather 35cm supple Kelly bag with gold hardware. Dates from 1992, confirmed by the circle V blind stamp. Top handle, lock and key fob. Thick black cross body strap. Very minor scuffing on surface for the age of this bag. Interior zip compartment as well as two interior front slit pockets. In unused vintage condition with a clean interior. A timeless classic. The strap is a later addition and enhances the usefulness by enabling the owner to wear the bag cross body hands free. First designed in 1932, the Kelly was introduced as a travel bag that was referred to as the sac à dépêches. It was then renamed to the Kelly after actress Grace Kelly was photographed numerous times with the bag (most notably, while she was pregnant and using it to cover her baby bump). The impeccable craftsmanship, classic silhouette, scarcity, and unique history make the Kelly a must-have for any handbag collector. It can take a single Hermès craftsman...
H 5.12 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG087 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: (U) Age: 1...
Versace HOBO bag in cream leather and suede with metal studs, 2000
By Gianni Versace
Located in Milano, IT
Hobo women bag by the Italian stylist Gianni Versace in 90s. Designed in a unique and beautiful silhouette, this Versace hobo bag will be a special addition to any wardrobe. It is ma...
Chanel Cream Caviar Mini Business Affinity Flap
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Cream Caviar Mini Business Affinity Flap SKU: 128009 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Good Condition Comments: Goo...
F/W 1998 Dolce & Gabbana Black Satin Hand-Painted Yellow Floral Top Handle
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black satin Dolce & Gabbana top handle bag. From the Fall/Winter 1998 collection, this black satin bag features silver-tone hardware and a clamshell closure. Th...
H 7.49 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in
Dolce & Gabbana Python Print Leather Top Handle Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Amman, JO
Dolce & Gabbana Python Print Leather Top Handle Bag Bold and unmistakably Italian, this Dolce & Gabbana top handle bag features an eye-catching python print leather finish with stru...
DOLCE GABBANA Miss Sicily yellow lemon floral print leather small top handle bag
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA, Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA Miss Sicily black red yellow lemon floral print leather small top handle bag Reference: JHDN/A00086 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Designer: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Mo...
H 11.03 in W 18.9 in D 9.85 in
Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Large Handle Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Amman, JO
Make a bold statement with this Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Large Handle Bag, crafted in durable coated canvas with luxe leather trim. Featuring a spacious interior, sturdy top han...
H 5 in W 2 in L 7.5 in
Dolce & Gabbana Small Black Calfskin Devotion Top Handle Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Dolce & Gabbana Small Black Calfskin Devotion Top Handle Bag is a luxurious and versatile accessory that epitomizes sophistication and timeless elegance. Crafted from high-qualit...
Dolce & Gabbana Red & Black Brocade Sacred Heart "Sicily" Tote Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Dallas, TX
Dolce & Gabbana Red & Black Brocade Sacred Heart "Sicily" Tote Bag Made in Italy Brand New with Tags, Dustbag This Dolce & Gabbana "Sicily" handbag is a stunning example of the h...
H 5.91 in L 7.49 in
Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Box Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dolce & Gabbana - (Made in Italy) Velvet box bag with cocoa leather embossed in a lizard way, ornamented with different buttons. Removable handle and strap. Additional information: ...
H 9.45 in W 12.21 in D 5.91 in
Dolce Gabbana Japanese Floral Cherry Blossom Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Amman, JO
Dolce Gabbana Japanese Floral Cherry Blossom Shoulder Bag, Features a kisslock, cherry blossom print, shoulder strap, vintage style, and 3 interior pockets. Material: Fabric Hardwar...
H 8.67 in D 4.93 in L 11.23 in
Dolce & Gabbana Miss Bonita Pink Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Leather Pink color Single handle Can be carried crossbody (removable) Golden metal parts Lockit like closure Animalier internal Double internal pocket (one large zipped) Cm 28,5 x 22...
F/W 2005 Dolce & Gabbana Runway Burgundy Eel Skin Purple Lamb Fur Large Tote
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This large tote bag from Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall/Winter 2005 collection features a luxurious combination of deep burgundy eel skin and purple astrakhan lamb fur panels. The structured...
Early 2000s Dolce and Gabbana Zebra Pony Hair Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Dolce & Gabbana shoulder bag from the early 2000s features a striking black and white zebra print on pony hair. It’s accented with silver-tone hardware and patent leather, offer...
H 8.27 in W 9.85 in
Dolce & Gabbana Black Miss Sicily Floral Embroidered Leather Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana Black Miss Sicily Floral Embroidered Leather Bag Black Miss Sicily bag crafted from leather with floral laser-cur embroidery. ...