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Gianfranco Ferré

Italian, b. 1944

Taking up the hobby of designing jewelry for your girlfriend doesn’t usually lead to a position as the stylistic director at Christian Dior, but that was Gianfranco Ferré’s reality. Although he landed this role from a lifetime of perfecting ensembles and accessories, his work may never have reached the forefront of late-20th-century Italian couture if his novice jewelry had not ended up in a small boutique in Portofino.  

Ferré was born into a family with high expectations and was raised by his mother and two aunts. Much of Ferré’s early childhood is unknown, but his time in school was a balance between studying architecture and funding his tuition by making belts. Split between his love for fashion and a more traditional education, he graduated with a degree in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic Institute and began designing for a furniture company in 1969. 

Soon after, Ferré found himself in the same rooms as costume designer Christiane Bailly and Walter Albini — an unsung hero of 20th century fashion. The pair introduced him to expensive fabrics and techniques, which he improved upon during his time doing freelance work for fashion designers Karl Lagerfeld and Elio Fiorucci.

Ferré appreciated other cultures and drew inspiration from his travels abroad. His most influential — a three-year stint in India — introduced bright colors and patterns to his evening dresses and day dresses. His trip ended in a meeting with Italian fashion-house owner Franco Mattoli, who would go on to become an important collaborator for more than four years. 

Ferré and Mattoli became equal business partners in Baila — Ferré’s own label which included women’s ready-to-wear and menswear collections. In 1983, he became the founding professor of fashion at the Domus Academy in Milan. 

While teaching, Ferré won the Occhio D’Oro, Italy’s award for best fashion designer, six times. In 1986, he was named Commander of the Italian Republic by the country’s president. That same year, he released his first women’s fragrance, first couture and fur collections and a new line, called Studio 00l.

Ferré died of a brain hemorrhage in 2007 and is remembered fondly, with a nod to his architecture education, as the “Frank Llyoyd Wright of Italian fashion” and the “Architect of Fashion.”

On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Gianfranco Ferré clothing, accessories, and handbags and purses.

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Designer: Gianfranco Ferré
F/W 2004 Gianfranco Ferré Sculptural Croc Black Lace Runway Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: an incredible black lace Gianfranco Ferre dress. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this dress debuted on the season's runway mode...
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Early 2000s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferre Cream and Black Silk Evening Gown
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Gianfranco Ferre Creme Silk Gown with Black origami pleats asymmetrical evening gown. marked size 42 ( see measurement) Fit size 6/8 Bust: ...
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1990s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

1980s GIANFRANCO FERRE Evening Skirt
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Austin, TX
1980s GIANFRANCO FERRE Evening Skirt Green 31.5" waist, 47" hips, 48.75" length 100% silk Condition: Very good size S/ US 4 / IT 40
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1980s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferre Beige Leather Jacket & Pants Ensemble
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Gianfranco Ferre beige suede, leather, and acetate ensemble featuring a suede shirt jacket with woven sleeves, and matching leather...
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20th Century Italian Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage long red wool dress wit black transparent inserts
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré long red wool dress. Black sheer top with round neck and short sleeves. Side slit, rear button and zip fastening. Size: 40 IT Flat measurements Height: 130 cm ...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

New Vintage Gianfranco Ferré GFF 47/S Gold / Dark Tortoise 1990 Italy Sunglasses
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
New vintage Gianfranco Ferre sunglasses. Gold and dark tortoise details frame holding a pair of spotless brown lenses. New, never worn or displayed. Made in Italy. MEASU...
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1990s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferre Jacket Canary Yellow Cotton Blend Knit Golden Rope Ties Sz 42
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Fabulous Gianfranco Ferre knit jacket, likely made in the 1990s. Made from a vibrant yellow cotton/linen/viscose blend knit, it features golden yellow rope ties to fasten. A wond...
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1990s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Gold silk chiffon lurex cocktail dress with beaded work Gianfranco Ferré
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Gold silk chiffon lurex cocktail dress with beaded work ( on half on the bust and middle back on the zip) Ajustable shoulders straps in beige velvet. Silk chiffon lurex as lining. Th...
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Off-white and ivory tulle lingerie body-suit with lace appliqué Gianfranco Ferré
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white and ivory tulle lingerie body-suit with lace appliqué. Fabric composition: 52% polyamide, 33% cotton, 11% elastane, 4% other fiber SIZE 42 (It) 38 (Fr) 8 (Us) NEW WITH TAG
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferre New Cut out Leather Jacket
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible purple fine leather jacket from Gianfranco Ferre with rows of gold top stitching throughout- very detailed. It is fitted with a wide deep scoop neck, long slim sleeve...
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1990s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Black asymmetrical tulle cocktail dress with beaded work Gianfranco Ferré Studio
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black asymmetrical tulle cocktail dress with beaded work and sequin. Black slip dress lining underneath. Embroideries mix of sequin and beads. Size M
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferré Women's Brown Fur Panel Bolero Cape
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to bolero is evident. Minimal wear to the seams on the side, the stitching has come undone on this used Gianfranco Ferré designer resale item. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Gianfranco Ferré

2000s Gianfranco Ferré Black Long Sleeve Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Key Biscayne, FL
2000s Little black dress by Gianfranco Ferre. The hem falls right above the knee and has beautiful sheer ballon long sleeves. It has a scoop neck and a little sheer fabric on the bac...
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Early 2000s European Gianfranco Ferré

GIANFRANCO FERRE PINK LONG DRESS Sz IT 48
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Montgomery, TX
GIANFRANCO FERRE Evening Dress Soft pink floor-length silk dress with high waist. Composition: silk Size: IT 48 - US 12 Brand new, with tags. 100% authentic guarantee ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Gianfranco Ferré

2000s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Brown Skunk Fur Scarf
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré shaded brown skunk fur scarf featuring a lapels design. Metal small buckle at the tips. Lined. Length: 140 cm Width: 21 cm Product code: X0067 Notes: Please note ...
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

CHRISTIAN DIOR Gianfranco Ferre white sheer gold embroidery silk shirt FR38 M
By Gianfranco Ferré, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Gianfranco Ferre white sheer gold phoenix embroidery silk shirt FR38 M Reference: TGAS/C01696 Brand: Christian Dior Desi...
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1980s French Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage red wool long dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré red wool long dress. Black sheer top with round neck and short sleeves. Side slit, rear button and zip fastening. Size: 42 IT Flat measurements Height: 130 cm ...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferré Vintage brown 2000s logoed belt
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré brown leather 2000s thin belt with silver-tone metal maxi logoed buckle. Measurements Lenght: 130 cm Width: 2 cm Product code: A6483 Notes: The buckle shows some ...
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Early 2000s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage white genuine leather belt
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè white genuine leather belt, with silver-colored buckle, from the 90s. Size: 90-105 Total lenght: 110 cm Height: 3 cm Product code: A6505 Composition: Genuine lea...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage black leather mini dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré black leather with silk inserts pleated mini dress. Lateral zip fastening. Size: 40 IT Flat measurements Height: 60 cm Bust: 38 cm Hips: 39 cm Product code: A...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferré Vintage orange ochre and bronze printed silk 90s tie
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré orange ochre and bronze silk 90s tie. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 5 cm Product code: A6435 Composition: 100% Silk Made in: Italy Condition: Very g...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage purple linen oversize dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré purple linen oversize dress with rever collar and deep V neck. Three-quarter sleeves with a button and cut-out detail. Two side welt pockets and side slit. Size: 44...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage pink cotton shirt with suede details
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré pink cotton shirt with suede inserts. Classic collar and two chest patch pockets. Front closure with bow and long sleeves. Size: 40 IT Flat measurements Height...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage black transparent 90s sequined sleeveless body
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè black semitransparent 90s sleeveless body with deep round neckline, diagonal sequins applied. Back zip fastening. Size: 40 IT Flat measurements Height: 34 cm Bust:...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferré Vintage brown and orange silk 90s tie
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré brown and orange silk 90s tie. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 8,5 cm Product code: A6442 Composition: 100% Silk Made in: Italy Condition: Very good c...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage black wool tie
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré black wool tie. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 9 cm Product code: A6405 Composition: 100% Wool Made in: Italy Condition: Very good conditions
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

2000s Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage black leather high belt
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè black leather high belt, with rectangular metal buckle and decorative studs. Size: 85 cm Measurements Lenght: 85 cm Width: 9 cm Product code: A7088 Notes: This i...
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Early 2000s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage black striped silk tie
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré black silk tie with embossed motif. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 9.5 cm Product code: A6402 Notes: This item belongs to a deadstock, it has never...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage black silk and wool tie
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré black silk and wool tie with embossed motif. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 8 cm Product code: A6401 Composition: 60% Silk - 40% Wool Made in: Ita...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage black silk tie
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré black silk tie with embossed motif. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 9 cm Product code: A6404 Composition: 100% Silk Made in: Italy Condition: Very...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage black silk tie
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré black silk tie with embossed motif. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 8 cm Product code: A6400 Composition: 100% Silk Made in:...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage black floral silk tie
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré black silk tie with embossed motif. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 9 cm Product code: A6403 Composition: 100% Silk Made in: Italy Condition: Very...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage black wool tie with contrasting details
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré black wool tie with purple contrasting tie. Pointed design model. Measurements Width: 9 cm Product code: A6406 Composition: Wool Condition: Very good conditi...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage patterned brown and blue silk blouse
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
90s Gianfranco Ferré patterned brown and blue silk blouse. Knotted classic collar, long sleeves and padded shoulders. Back buttoned fastening. Size: 46 IT Flat measurements Height:...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage brown linen jacket and trousers suit
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré brown linen jacket and trousers suit. Open long jacket with lapel collar, padded shoulders and side welt pockets. Wide leg straight-cut trousers with bottom zip, two...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

80s Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage Electric Blue shirt
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
80s Gianfranco Ferrè blue shirt with round collar, gold-tone buttoned cuffs and frontal buttons fastening. Loose fit. Size: 46 IT Flat measurements Height: 71 cm Bust: 51 cm Sleeve...
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1980s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferré Vintage 90s white maxi shirt
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré 90s white maxi shirt. Crewneck, three-quarter sleeves and front darts. Size: M Flat measurements Height: 79 cm Bust: 45 cm Shoulders: 45,...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage black semitransparent silk 90s top
By Gianfranco Ferré, Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè black semitransparent silk 90s sleeveless top with round neckline and loose fit. Size: 48 IT Flat measurements Height: 78 cm Bust: 48 cm Product code: A7421 Comp...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

NWT Gianfranco Ferre 2000s Size 44 / 8 - 10 Black Dolman Sleeve Gown Maxi Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant early 2000s new with original store tags vintage Y2K GIANFRANCO FERRE black rayon wrap gown ! Features a generous bodice with dolman sleeves. The dress can actually be worn b...
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

S/S 2002 Gianfranco Ferre Runway Sheer Nude Embellished Moroccan Bodysuit Top
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 2002 Gianfranco Ferre Runway CONDITION: Excellent- any marks you see are on the mannequin not the bodysuit- no size or fabric tag FABRIC: No tag- likely nylon blend COU...
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferre Vintage Red Printed Silk Embellished Maxi Skirt L
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This elegant skirt is worth adding to your closet! Crafted from fine materials, it is exquisitely designed into a flattering shape.
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferre Vintage Animal Print Chiffon & Lace Trim Halterneck Dress L
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Flaunt a stylish look by wearing this beautiful dress. Tailored using fine fabric, this dress is worth the buy.
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2010s French Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage Purple classic shirt
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè purple acetate shirt with classic collar, frontal pearl grey buttons closure, long sleeves and grey wool reversible cuffs. Size: 40 IT Flat measurements Height: 83...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferre Pistachio Colour Pants
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in London, GB
A great pair of pants / trousers for Spring / Summer, by Gianfranco Ferre Studio. In a pretty pistachio green colour , the trousers are in an acetate/rayon mix. They are unhemed as t...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

1980's GIANFRANCO FERRE wide black leather belt with top-stitching
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black leather belt with top-stitching designed by Gianfranco Ferre dating to the early 1980's exactly as seen on Brooke Shields. French size 40. Belt measures approximately: 5.25" wi...
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1980s French Gianfranco Ferré

2000s Gianfranco Ferré red leather belt with silver metal carabiners
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré red leather belt with silver metal carabiners with decorative carvings. Measurements Length: 90 cm Height: 2,5 cm Product code: X0666 Notes: Item shows light sign...
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Early 2000s Gianfranco Ferré

1990s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Black Metallic Jacket with applications
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré metallic black open jacket with square-shaped decorative applications and semi-transparent waterfall veil. Wide sleeves with slits on the cuffs. Size: One size Fla...
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1990s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

1980s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Fuchsia Straight Skirt
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè fuchsia straight suede skirt. High waist, elastic waistband and zip closure. Length above the knee. Lined. Size: 42 IT Flat measurements Height: 56 cm Waist: 37 cm...
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1980s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

Orange and red abstract printed skirt-suit Gianfranco Ferré
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange and red abstract printed skirt-suit.Shoulder pads. Pockets . Fabric composition: 53% nylon, 33% rayon, 14% cotton. Lining: Rayon & Bemberg S...
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1980s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

2000s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Red Leather Pumps with Crocodile Effect
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré crocodile-effect printed red genuine leather pumps featuring an embossed texture. Sculpted heel and almond toe. Size: 40 EU Heel: 12 cm Insole lenght: 26 cm Produ...
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage chain belt with braided details
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè 90s chain belt with braided dark brown leather details. Gold tone hardware, front tie fastening. Measurements Length: 130 cm Product ...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferrè Swarovski safety pin black sunglasses
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Rome, IT
- Rimless sunglasses - Swarovski encrusted “safety pin” temple - Swarovski encrusted nose bridge - Black lenses - Comes with original case
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

2000s Gianfranco Ferré Vintage mother of pearl brooch
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferré brooch with mother of pearl embellishment, curb chain trimming and a bar pin fastening. Measurements Length: 16 cm Product c...
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Early 2000s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferre Low Rise Pants
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Waterford, MI
Black low rise pants. Front zipper closure. Rear pockets. Flare bootcut. Nylon and polyester. Made in Italy. *Condition: excellent vintage condition. No visi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferre black sequins pants
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Capri, IT
Gianfranco Ferre black sequins pants size 42 it Waist 78 cm
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage black sequined denim jeans
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè black denim jeans with frontal decorative sequins embroidered and on the back pocket. Model with five pockets. Frontal zip and button closure. Size: 34 W Flat meas...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferrè S/S 2000 silver jacquard embroidered suit
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Rome, IT
- Grey silk suit (jacket + pants) - Silver jacquard floral print and embroideries - 3/4 sleeves with back slit - Side slits with ties - Straight pleated pants - Size label removed, f...
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Early 2000s Italian Gianfranco Ferré

90s Gianfranco Ferrè Vintage black silk sequined jacket
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Gianfranco Ferrè black silk blend jacket with multicolor sequins decoration on the front and the right cuff. Lapel collar, padded shoulders and front covered buttons fastening. Open ...
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1990s Gianfranco Ferré

Gianfranco Ferré fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Gianfranco Ferré fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of purple, red, blue and other tones. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Giorgio Armani, Moschino Cheap and Chic, and Romeo Gigli appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Gianfranco Ferré fashion from top boutiques around the world. Gianfranco Ferré fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at £27 and tops out at £31,848, while the average work can sell for £369.

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