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 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 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 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 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 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 ...
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 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...
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...
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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
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
Eighteen-Karat Gold & Silver Pendant "Poseidon's Trident" by Zolotas
By Zolotas
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pendant was realized by the illustrious Greek jewelry atelier Zolotas and handmade in France, circa 1970. It consists of 18k yellow gold...
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Bottega Veneta Sterling Silver Weave Bangle Bracelet
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Flushing, NY
Bottega Veneta Sterling Silver Weave Bangle Bracelet Marked: Bottega Veneta 925 Made in Italy Approximate Dimensions: 20.25 cm (circumference) 1 cm (Width) 41.1 grams in weight.
Sterling Silver
Rare Pearl Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An incredible find! Approximately 10.15 carats of round and baguette diamonds set in platinum. Please contact us for more information.
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Navajo Damele Mine Turquoise and Sterling Bracelet
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo single stone bracelet. The Turquoise is from the Damele Mine in Nevada. Large beautiful stone, slash work on sterling bracelet with nice patina (can be buffed out to make shiny again). Maker's mark "Robert Kelley". One of our long time favorite varieties of American Turquoise has always been Damele also spelled Damale or Damaile. We love all the gems from the famous Nevada mine, the Turquoise, the Variscite and the Faustite. The Damele mine outside of Austin, Nevada produces some of the most wonderful Turquoise and Variscite in the world. A great majority of the Damele Turquoise...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Mizuki 14 Karat Yellow Gold Baroque Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Mizuki Material: 14k yellow gold Tahitian Pearl: 1 baroque Tahitian pearl 12.20mm by 15.45mm Dimensions: Necklace is 14 inches long Weight: 5.34 grams
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fred Davis Silver and Amethyst Necklace
By Frederick Davis
Located in Darnestown, MD
Frederick Davis (1880 - 1961), while not the household name of William Spratling, actually preceded him in terms of bringing Mexican design to the fore. Davis worked in Mexico City d...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Rachel Koen Figaro Link Chain Unisex 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Showcase your classic sense of style with this unisex Figaro solid link chain necklace. Crafted in lustrous 14K yellow gold. Length: 20 inches. Width: 4.05mm Weight: 11.32 grams. Clo...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Agrafe Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier diamond link necklace in 18k white gold from the Agrafe collection, accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity. This ne...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
12.16 Carat Cabochon Cut Chrysoprase and 2.42 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 12.16 carat chrysoprase and 2.42 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold bracelet; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Garnet Bracelet, 14 Karat Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent Ladies Garnet Bracelet, 14K Gold. Bracelet is hallmarked. Including certificate of authenticity.
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Meister Gold Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Unusual sculptural earrings by the Swiss jeweler, Emil Meister. They are richly colored gold with both smooth and striated textures. Backs are clips that can be converted to posts.
18k Gold
Björn Weckström for Lapponia 14 Karat Gold Bracelet 1973 Vintage
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Berlin, DE
Björn Weckström for Lapponia 14 karat Gold Bracelet 1973 vintage.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
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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
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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...
Emilio Pucci Marble Effect Yellow, White and Gray Resin Bracelet Bangle
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Impressive oversized Emilio Pucci resin and gilt metal bracelet bangle. Chunky asymmetric shape with laminated-design builds with satin gilt metal i...
Gilt Metal
Emilio Pucci 1980s Monogram Medallion Blazer Coat Stick Pin
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
A large triple monogram medallion coat or blazer stick pin in satin and shiny gold by iconic fashion house Emilio Pucci from the 1980s. Each medallion has a fancy monogram of the int...
Gold Plate