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.
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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 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 Italy Extra-Wide Pale Pink Resin Jeweled Cuff Bracelet
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Emilio Pucci designed this adorable massive resin baroque bracelet bangle. The chunky cuff is made of pale pink resin ornate with a gunmetal framing geometric design topped with pour...
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...
14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Rope Chain Bracelet with Pineapple Charm Tassels
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Attractive movement within the design is the strength of this stunning retro statement bracelet. In bright 14 karat yellow gold, this outstanding multi-chain bracelet is crafted with four partnered lengths of glistening gold rope chain giving it fluid body. The length measurement is 6-3/4 inches and the piece has an approximate width of a modest one half inch wide. The ornate box...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.60 Carat Fancy Shape Diamond Bangle Bracelet 14KT Yellow Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Rock tha party! There’s never a dull moment when you’ve got our Scarlet diamond BANGLE bracelet around. STACK THEM ON YOUR WRIST. Made with the precious marquise, pear, emerald, ova...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hearts and Marquise Diamond Cuff Bracelet 0.76 Carat 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
A little bit of self-love, a lot of sparkle. When the brilliance of Hearts & Marquise cut diamonds meets luscious 18kt yellow gold, you’ll have found yourself an exquisite treat. I...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Shield Cuff Solid 18 Karat Gold
By Tinguely Bijoux
Located in Boston, MA
Fluid and bold solid 18 karat gold cuff. Pairs with Shield Ring. Also available in Silver and White Gold by special order.
18k Gold, Gold
$6,730Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.58 in D 0.4 in L 8.27 in
Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Aquamarine Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cu...
French Retro Braided Gold Curb Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The heavy 18kt yellow gold bracelet designed as a highly flexible row of handmade braided oval curb links, maker's mark for Rollang et Fils et Cie, stamped 750, French, ca. 1945, mea...
Gold, 18k Gold
Circa 1970 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Spray Wide Flexible Bracelet
Located in Wheaton, IL
Beautiful Circa 1970 14k yellow gold and diamond spray wide flexible bracelet - sculpted floral leaf yellow gold diamond clasp set with three small round diamonds - wide heavy 14k yellow gold braided...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci Women's YA112416 Twirl Diamond Cuff Watch
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
New with tags GUCCI Women's YA112416 Twirl Watch with White Dial and diamond bezel, diamonds weighting in total 2.60 carats: Quartz movement Scratch resis...
Diamond, White Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Hermes Kelly Diamond Bracelet Small Model 18k Yellow Gold SH
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Bracelet Small Model set with 515 diamonds. Chic and instantly recognizable this 18k Yellow Gold full set diamo...
Diamond, 18k Gold
14kt Mens Classic Figaro Bracelet .22ct diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Classic Figaro Link Mens Diamond Link Bracelet Durable, Well Made For 7.5 inch wrist. .22ct natural round diamonds J color I-3 Clarity 14kt. ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
22 Karat Gold Spiral Cuff Bracelet
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Spiral Cuff Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Design. Our stunning solid gold "Eupraxia" bracelet features a timeless "figure-eight" spiral repe...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,793
H 2.01 in Dm 2.29 in
Antique Victorian Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A Victorian sapphire and diamond carved half hoop bangle. This piece is a Victorian-era sapphire and diamond bangle bracelet, and it’s a stunning example of the fine craftsmanship ty...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k 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...
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
Emilio Pucci Pink Faux Coral Bracelet
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to bracelet is evident on this used Emilio Pucci designer resale item. Comes with dust bag. Details Pink Metal Bangle bracelet ...
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
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...
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 Wide Medallion Cuff Bracelet
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
A large cuff style 1980s satin and shiny gold tone bracelet by iconic fashion house Emilio Pucci. The large top medallion is satin gold and measures 3 inches wide and 2.75 high. The ...
Gold Plate
Emilion Pucci Spring Summer 2012 Jewelled Pink Resin Cuff Bracelet
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Nice, FR
EMILIO PUCCI pink resin cuff bracelet embellished with fuchsia crystals and glass cabochons. Spring/Summer 2012 Collection. Signed EMILIO PUCCI 2012...
Pucci Pink Jeweled Cuff Bracelet, 2012
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing jeweled cuff from Emilio Pucci! Made of a bright bubblegum pink hard plastic with magenta rhinestone floral motif design. Gold toned metal hardware. Engraved with Emilio Pucci 2012...