By the mid-1960s, the international fashion press, enamored of his dazzling scarves and slithery dresses in sensuous psychedelic silk jersey, had dubbed Florentine designer Emilio Pucci the Prince of Prints. Less well known is that, starting in the early 1950s, Pucci applied his colorful, abstract patterns to static angular mediums such as ceramics, floors and furniture, imbuing them with movement, not to mention glamour. He was the first fashion designer to enter the lifestyle market, founding the successful brand that exists today.
Born in 1914 to one of Italy’s oldest noble families, Emilio Pucci, Marchese Pucci di Barsento, was a member of the postwar international jet set, hopping from beach to mountain to city. His fashion career began unexpectedly in 1947, when he created a revolutionary stretch ski outfit that was photographed on the Swiss slopes for Harper’s Bazaar.
Eschewing a life of aristocratic glamour, the self-taught Pucci opened a boutique on Capri dedicated to simple resort clothing (think capri pants) that evoked the Mediterranean’s undulating waves and refreshingly bright colors. At the time, luxury fashion was as constricted as a Dior cocktail dress, but the Swinging Sixties were on the horizon. Signed with what Vogue International editor Suzy Menkes calls a “handwritten ‘Emilio’ flourish” — a concept, she points out, as novel as that of designer ready-to-wear — his designs were soon seen on celebrities like Jackie Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe.
From the airline uniforms he created for Braniff in the 1960s to the emblem he crafted for the Apollo XV space mission in 1971, Pucci’s designs were visionary. In spite of his traditional roots (or because of them), the Prince of Prints was forward thinking and outward looking. Pucci put his signature flourish on patterns that were flexible — first for fashion, then for furnishings and objects. Whether on fabric or foam, shelves or sails, as he first explained some 70 years ago, the ornamental designs work in “continuous motion.” Venturing into nontraditional design partnerships, he laid the groundwork for a future brand, a classic legacy that his daughter Laudomia Pucci continues today.
Find vintage Emilio Pucci evening dresses, scarves, skirts and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
Emilio Pucci Art Deco Inspired Gilded Metal Bangle Bracelet with Pink Enamel
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vibrant and exquisitely crafted example of Emilio Pucci's modernist jewelry design, this wide gilded‑metal bangle showcases the house's signature mastery of color, pattern, and Ita...
Gilt Metal
Emilio Pucci Sculptural Futuristic Necklace with Stone-like Glass Cabochons
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
A spectacular and futuristic Emilio Pucci statement necklace, designed with the maison's signature blend of bold geometry, luminous color, and refined Italian craftsmanship. The piec...
Metal
Emilio Pucci Hot‑Pink Lacquer Rigid Necklace with Gilded Metal Ends
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
A bold and sculptural example of Emilio Pucci's modernist jewelry design, this rigid‑band necklace showcases the house's signature fusion of vibrant color, sleek geometry, and Italia...
Metal
Emilio Pucci Italy Extra-Wide Pale Pink Resin Jeweled Cuff Bracelet
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emilio Pucci designed this exquisite, massive, resin baroque bracelet bangle. The chunky cuff is made of pale pink resin, ornate with a gunmetal framing geometric design, topped with...
Emilio Pucci Futuristic Multicolor Fabric and Rubber Bracelet Bangle
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emilio Pucci, Italy, designed this stunning Space Age rubber and fabric bracelet bangle. The futuristic abstract design features an oval, double-decker, clear, soft-rubber plastic ho...
Emilio Pucci Aquarius Cuff Bracelet with Royal Blue Enamel and Charms
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vibrant expression of Emilio Pucci's ocean‑inspired design language, this sculptural Aquarius cuff bracelet captures the maison's signature blend of bold color, organic form, and e...
Metal
Emilio Pucci Stacked Silvered Spacer Bracelet Bangle with Lucite and Silk
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emilio Pucci designed this stunning stacked bracelet bangle set, crafted from silvered metal, acrylic, and silk. The bold bracelet comprises five spacer bangles, two in silvered meta...
Emilio Pucci Extra-Long Gilded Metal and Murano Art Glass Dangle Clip Earrings
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emilio Pucci designed these spectacular baroque shoulder duster clip-on earrings. The chandelier design is built with high-gloss gilded metal fastenings and hardware, embellished wit...
Gilt Metal
Emilio Pucci 1980s Medallion Ring
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
A large monogramed medallion top 1980s ring in satin and shiny gold by iconic fashion house Emilio Pucci. The large top medallion is satin gold, measures 1.75 inches in diameter and ...
Gold Plate
Emilio Pucci Futuristic Silvered Metal and Silk Abstract Geometric Necklace
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning chunky Emilio Pucci silvertone metal and silk necklace features a futuristic abstract shape, a heavy silvered chain, and a dimensional tube-shaped trio pendant. Emilio ...
A 1990s Iconic Gilded Metal Bracelet by Emilio Pucci
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Iconic 1990s Emilio Pucci Gilded Metal ID Chain Bracelet Embrace the vibrant legacy of Emilio Pucci with this striking vintage gilded metal bracelet from the 1990s. The bracelet feat...
Pucci Lucite / Silk Necklace With Box
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pucci new silver necklace with lucite pendant with silk inlay. Pendant dimensions: 2.75" x 3.75" x 0.75" Includes tag, original box and dust cover.
Base Metal
Shield Cuff Solid Silver
By Tinguely Bijoux
Located in Boston, MA
Fluid and bold solid Silver cuff. Pairs with Shield Ring. Also available in Yellow Gold and White and Rose Gold by special order.
Sterling Silver
$1,965
H 2.37 in W 1.86 in Dm 1.86 in L 2.37 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Peridot and Tourmaline Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting a cuff bracelet all handmade from sterling silver and solid 18 Karat yellow gold granulation work decorated to create a unique look. This bracelet features 2.80 Carat cabo...
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
$28,200 / item
W 4.5 in Dm 14.5 in L 4.75 in
18 Karat White Gold, 4.39 Carat Diamond and Cultured Pearl Choker Necklace
By Bernard Grosz
Located in New York, NY
Feel like a princess in this beautiful 18 karat white gold , diamond and pearl choker. The necklace has been set with 9 pave diamond balls which alternate with 10 cultured white pearls. The pattern continues to the back with 18 karat white gold high polished balls...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds 2.88 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds Bangle Bracelet crafted in white gold, featuring 262 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.88 carats total, F-G color, VS-SI clarity. This elegant bangle is...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds 2.87 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds Bangle Bracelet crafted in rose gold, featuring 262 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.87 carats total, F-G color, VS-SI clarity. This elegant bangle is ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$13,800
W 0.25 in L 6.75 in
Vintage Signed FOPE Flex'it Mesh Diamond & 18k Gold 2 Tone Open Cuff Bracelet
By Fope
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fab, flexible 18 karat gold mesh cuff bracelet by renowned Italian goldsmiths FOPE. The elegant, two tone sparkling diamond orbs at the opening allow ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,659
H 2.37 in W 0.28 in L 2.7 in
18 Karat White Gold Eternity Bangle, Bracelet Set with White Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold eternity bangle set with a large diamond solitaire and many small brilliant-cut diamonds. Set with a large solitaire and c...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Panther Necklace with 2.88 Carat Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Amazonite Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant blue green of Amazonite encompasses this necklace. Orbs of the gem, measuring 18mm, are strung together. In between a single knot of coordinating thread protects each gem. Th...
Amazonite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Diameter Diamond Flower Bangle 0.39 Carat Total
By Lili Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18KT rose gold 2 1/4 inch diameter diamond flower bangle. .1 LILY CUT ® flower shape diamond H color VS SI clarity 0.18cts . additional 0.19 ct round diamond accent . solid gold 8...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Oval Garnet and Diamond Bypass Bracelet
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Crimson shades flicker across the facets of garnet in this 18k yellow gold bypass bracelet. A bezel-set oval gemstone is on one end and wraps around the center, while the opposite ta...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cellini 18KT White Gold 59.78. Baguette & Round Diamond Collar Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Cellini NYC presents this magnificent 18 karat white gold and diamond classic collar necklace. The necklace is designed with a center row of 189 baguette cut diamonds with a total diamond weight of 31.58 carats. Two rows of 271 round brilliant diamonds with a total weight of 28.20 carats complete this classic collar style...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2000s Emilio Pucci Orange Leather Cloth Abstract Collar
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
Emilio Pucci Orange Leather and Cloth Abstract Collar, adjustable Measurements: 77cm x 4cm Condition: 2000s, like new
Emilio Pucci Jeweled Bracelet Bangle Lucite with Silk Inclusion
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emilio Pucci designed this stunning bracelet bangle, crafted from gilded metal, acrylic, and silk. The massive bangle shape features a clear acrylic resin or Lucite band with multico...
Gilt Metal
Emilio Pucci Acrylic Resin Bangle Bracelet with Multicolor Silk
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning, chunky Emilio Pucci acrylic or Lucite bracelet boasts a large open bangle shape featuring a multi-layer acrylic band with multicolored Pucci silk inclusions. The rare ...
Emilio Pucci Acrylic Lucite Bangle Bracelet with Multicolor Silk
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Emilio Pucci acrylic or Lucite bracelet boasts an asymmetric bangle shape featuring an extra-wide flat band with multicolored Pucci silk inclusions. The rare bracelet i...
Vintage Emilio Pucci Marble Jewelled Bangle Stack 1990s
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A totally amazing pair Pre-Loved Emilio Pucci Bangles. A weighty marbleised resin bangle is embellished with satin metal bands bearing the House's logo and set with large glass Rivol...
Sold
W 0.69 in Dm 2.63 in L 8.16 in
Emilio Pucci Italy Silvered Metal and Multicolor Silk Bracelet Bangle
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emilio Pucci, Italy, designed this stunning chunky silvered metal and silk bracelet bangle. The abstract design features a massive silvered metal framing with multicolored silk eleme...
Emilio Pucci Gilded Metal Bracelet with Acrylic and Silk
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning, chunky Emilio Pucci gilded metal, acrylic, and silk bracelet boasts a large bangle shape featuring a clear acrylic band with multicolored Pucci silk inclusions. The ra...
Gilt Metal
Italian Designer Emilio Pucci Jewelry Pouch Case
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
A chic leather and cotton velvet jewelry pouch case by Italian fashion designer, Emilio Pucci, circa late-20th century, Florence, Italy. Print is iconic Emilio Pucci with a lavender purple leather tie. Inside is also lavender leather with four (4) pouch areas and one snap on/off bar at center. All brass zippers in fine working order. A great piece for trips/travel, etc. With markers' mark on material as shown in images. Also marked inside on leather, in gold, a long side: 'Emilio Pucci', 'Florence, Italy', as shown in last two images. Dimensions closed: 2" Height x 4" Depth x 8" Width. Open: 13.88" Long x 8" Width. For pearl earrings shown, search 1stDibs ref. #: LU4068223051872 Emerald green...
Emilio Pucci Marble Effect Pink, White and Fuchsia Resin Bracelet Bangle
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning oversized Emilio Pucci resin bracelet bangle features a chunky asymmetric shape with a laminated design built with a satin gilded meta...
Gilt Metal
Emilio Pucci Resin Bracelet Bangle Marble Effect Yellow, White and Gray
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning oversized Emilio Pucci resin and gilt metal bracelet bangle. Chunky bold flat shape with laminated-design builds with satin gilt metal inne...
Gilt Metal
Emilio Pucci 1980s Medallion Ring
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
A large monogramed medallion top 1980s ring in satin and shiny gold by iconic fashion house Emilio Pucci. The large top medallion is satin gold, measures 1.75 inches in diameter and ...
Gold Plate
Sold
W 2.56 in Dm 2.41 in
Emilio Pucci Futuristic Chrome Metal and Multicolor Silk Cuff Bracelet Bangle
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emilio Pucci, Italy, designed this stunning chunky chromed metal, acrylic, and silk cuff bracelet bangle. The futuristic abstract design features a wrap-around shape of a clear acryl...