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.
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...
Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely bracelet is made up of simple links and is fastened with a dog clip ad alohas a t bar. Modelled out of 9ct gold and made in England. Bracelet Length: 19cm Chain Width: 2...
Gold
Delaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 3.10 Carat Diamond Bracelet Watch
By Delaneau
Located in New York, NY
DeLaneau was founded by a woman in 1949 in Switzerland. They are one of the first watch companies to devote their entire collection to ladies timepieces....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
DeLaneau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Bracelet Watch
By Delaneau
Located in New York, NY
DeLaneau was founded by a woman in 1949 in Switzerland. They are one of the first watch companies to devote their entire collection to ladies timepieces...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Bangle, Circa 2000, Italy
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive rock crystal and 18k yellow gold bangle by Ippolita; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive rock crystal bangle ...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Paperclip Chain Bracelet 7 1/4" 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Necklace Style: Paperclip Bracelet Style: Chain Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp Features: Hollow Construction for Comfort During Wear Measurements...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 14K Yellow Gold, Heavy Gold Bracelet
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This tennis bracelet is a sleek design that will accent any bracelet party or it can stand alone. If you have always wanted a tennis bracelet this 14 karat yellow gold is a beauty with its white gold settings to hold 17...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,341 / item
W 0.2 in L 0.99 in
Gold Textures Interchangeable Pendant in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds and Rubies
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Filothei, GR
Designer: Alexia Gryllaki Dimensions: motif L25x5 mm, chain 450mm Weight: approximately 6.2g (inc. chain) Barcode: NEX4007 Gold Textures pendant in 18 karat yellow gold with a 45...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,147
W 0.28 in L 7.09 in
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Woven Hair Pearl Locket Multi-Strand Chain Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an amazing Victorian multi-strand chain bracelet crafted in 18K gold. The central detail is made of woven hair. The locket is surrounded by seed pearls. Has a safe closure ...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage French 0.21 carat ruby and 0.08 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold bracelet; part of our diverse ruby jewelry collections. This fine and impressive gold bracelet has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings. The vintage ruby and diamond bracelet is composed of seven pierced decorated, long links. Each of the 18k yellow gold pierced decorated links has a central 18k white gold motif, accented with a single pavé set Dutch cut diamond, surrounded by a rope twist frame. The longer links each articulate via seven smaller bifurcated links, each set with a bezel set round cut ruby. The bracelet secures with a discreet push fit clasp and hinged safety catch, and benefits from the additional security of a fine link safety chain. The bracelet is hallmarked to the tongue of the clasp with the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head), struck three times. This vintage gemstone bracelet is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This impressive vintage bracelet is exceptional quality set with rubies and very well color matched, very high color graded old cut diamonds. The bracelet is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in excellent condition with clear French hallmarks to the push fit clasp. Ruby Quality Color Red Cut Round Content 0.21 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Dutch Content (total) 0.08 carat Dimensions Length of Bracelet 17.5cm/6.89" Width of Bracelet 8mm/0.31" Height of Setting 2.4mm/0.09" Length of Safety Chain 7cm/2.75" Weight 13.98 grams Date: Circa 1950 Origin: France, Europe Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of ruby and diamond jewelry...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$3,420 / item
Moi Zora Gold and Gemstone Bracelet
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(18K) : 0.92g Gold(14K) : 3.38g Diamonds : (VS clarity & H-I colour) : (Brilliant cut) : 0.30ct Rose-cut Diamond : 0.88ct Gemstone : Yellow Sapphire, White Sapphire and Hessonite...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Hessonite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Textured Gold Chain Link Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Two sided 18k yellow gold textured bracelet with 14 diamond ball cluster center. 7.25 inches. 14 round full cut diamonds, approx. total weight .07cts, H, SI 18k Yellow Gold Stamped...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
.65 Carat Pink Tourmaline Diamond Gold Swirl Design Bismark Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Pink Tourmaline and diamond bracelet. Swirl design center plaque, with 12 round accent diamonds with a 14k yellow gold Bismark style chain with box catch and safety. 6.5 inches. 1 ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold