Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.
Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.
At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.
In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.
Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.
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GUCCI Italy Rare Sterling Silver Green Enamel Hinged Bangle Bracelet c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
GUCCI Italy Extremely rare sterling silver hinged enamel tiger bangle bracelet c 1970s The heavy sterling hinged bangle is designed with a stylized tiger's head at the upper top sect...
Silver, Enamel
Gucci Black Plexiglass and Crystal Jeweled Cuff Bracelet, 2013 Runway Collection
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gucci Spectacular Bracelet by Frida Giannini, Fall/Winter 2013 Runway A rare and electrifying creation from Gucci's Fall/Winter 2013 runway collection, this sculptural cuff bracelet—...
Gucci Vintage Logo Boule Heart Love Ball Dots Chain Sterling Silver Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Wokingham, England
Gucci Vintage Unisex Logo Boule Heart Love Ball Dots Chain Pendant Charm Modernist Bracelet, Sterling Silver Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noticea...
Silver
Gucci Sterling Silver Enamel Interlocking G Cuff Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Gucci sterling silver enamel cuff bracelet highlights the brand’s signature craftsmanship and bold design. The bracelet is crafted in Ag 925 sterling silver and enamel, framed b...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Gucci Vintage Logo Boule Circle Ball Dots Chain Bracelet Sterling Silver Size 24
By Gucci
Located in Wokingham, England
Gucci Vintage Unisex Logo Boule Circle Round Ball Dots Chain Pendant Charm Modernist Bracelet, Sterling Silver, Gucci Size 24 Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, Si...
Silver
$360Sale Price|40% Off
GUCCI Alessandro Michele GG logo green crystal antique gunmetal bangle
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Alessandro Michele GG logo green crystal antique gunmetal bangle Reference: TGAS/C01652 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: 53791j8845 8133 Material: Metal Color: ...
Gucci Tiger Head Le Marche Des Merveilles Bracelet 18 .925 Silver Bangle
By Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
- Sterling silver exterior - Tagged size 18 - Purple crystal Condition: The bracelet is in excellent shape with no major imperfections.
Gucci Vintage Sterling Silver Iconic Buckle Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Nice, FR
GUCCI vintage iconic sterling silver curb chain bracelet featuring a buckle design clasp with browm enamel detailing. Embossed GUCCI ITALY. Sterling silver 925 hallmark. Embossed BR...
Sterling Silver
Gucci Rajah Resin Leaf Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
The leaf-shaped resin cuff is adorned with a precious tiger head inspired by a vintage brooch. Ivory resin Leaf motif Enameled tiger head with crystals-inspired by a vintage Hatti...
Gucci Sterling Silver Interlocking G Marina Chain Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Express your individuality with this Sterling Silver Interlocking G Marina Chain Bracelet from Gucci. Adorned with a three-dimensional flower motif, this bracelet has a vintage look ...
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Gucci Sterling Silver Link Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gucci sterling silver chain link bracelet. Comes with velvet pouch.
Sterling Silver
$638Sale Price|44% Off
GUCCI BALENCIAGA 2021 Hacker Project gold silver GG B logo charms bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI BALENCIAGA 2021 Hacker Project gold silver GG B logo charms bracelet Reference: TGAS/D00598 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Collection: BALENCIAGA 2021 Hacker Project...
Gucci Snake Motif Crystal-embellished Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Gold-tone bracelet with a snake motif from Gucci. Encrusted with decorative elements in silver-tone and red. Structured design Gold-tone metal and crystal...
$264Sale Price|44% Off
GUCCI ALESSANDRO MICHELE antique silver crystal Butterfly web strap bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI ALESSANDRO MICHELE antique silver crystal Butterfly web strap bracelet Reference: TGAS/C01500 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: 504656 I3N78 8518 Material: Metal...
Silver
Gucci Green Crystal-Embellished Sterling-Silver Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Bracelet is crafted in Italy with the namesake motif interspersed with flowers - an archival tradition of the house - punctuated with faceted green crystals, and secures with a tiger...
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Gucci Crystal Double G Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Three-stranded pearl bracelet, featuring stone embellishments and Gucci's iconic GG logowear. Embellished with pearls and crystals, the double G is set in a pearl-effect bracelet. GG...
Crystal
Gucci Gold Tone Turnkey GG Teal Color Embossed Leather Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Made in Italy by Gucci, this gold tone turnkey style leather cuff bracelet has never been worn. The bracelet flares from just under 2 inches (1 15/16 inches) at the widest point do...
Gucci Marmont Double G Off White Leather Adjustable Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely Italian Gucci Marmont gold tone Double G bracelet has an off white leather strap. Total length is 11 1/8 inch and the width is a very ...
GUCCI multicolor silk TWILL BELTS & SPRING BOUQUET Headband Hat
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci turban hat in beige, black, green, blue, pink, gold and purple silk (assumed cause tag is missing). Features a floral print and a rhinestone embellished black ve...
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
1991 Gucci Gold Tone Link 'GG' Medallion Logo Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gold-tone Gucci 'GG' costume link bracelet. Since 1991, this fabulous bracelet has been constructed of gold-tone metal and is complete with a 'GG' on each link. This fabulous and rare vintage bracelet is the perfect addition to any wardrobe and comes with an extra link...
Gold
Gucci Sterling Silver Link Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gucci sterling silver chain link bracelet. Comes with velvet pouch.
Gucci Carved Metal Bracelet and Ornament, gift box
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Alessandro Michele created this stunning Gucci bracelet for the Gucci Cruise Collection 2020 runway show. This rare bracelet is patinated gilded metal and features a mask inspired b...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Boucher Sapphire Cocktail Bracelet 1950s
By Boucher Jewelers
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Boucher Sapphire Bracelet. A dreamy and eternally chic creation from one of the world's costume jewellery masters. Style perfection. Born in Paris, Marcel Boucher worked as...
Edwardian Silver Engraved Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
On the front panel of this bangle there is a gorgeous classic swirl detail and a decorative border. On the back of the bangle on the plain glossy panel there is an engraving which re...
Silver
Toggle Link Bracelet 24 Grams 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Clasp
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Toggle link bracelet weighing 24.04 grams in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. Great for layering or wearing alone. More link bracelets available Search Harbor Diamonds
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Spiritual Beads Bracelet with Hematite 6mm
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the prayer beads found in many cultures, these meaningful designs feature a variety of smooth, vividly colored stones, representing the union of symbolism and style. Ster...
Hematite, Sterling Silver
Angela Cummings Studios Vintage 18k Large Cuff Braclet
By Angela Cummings
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1984 Angela Cummings Studios 18k yellow Gold Cross over Design Cuff Bracelet, measuring 2 3/4 inches in length, 2 3/4 inches wide and weighing 55.3 Grams. inside measurement of...
18k Gold
Vintage Certified Natural Apple Green Jade, White & Black Diamond Bracelet.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. This i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Issac Nussbaum 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Issac Nussbaum
Located in New York, NY
From our estate jewelry collection. A stunning Latticework bracelet in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet is set with one hundred and eleven brilliant Diamonds. The Diamonds are colorl...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rosior Bangle Bracelet set in White and Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary "Horses" Bangle manufactured in Yellow and White Gold. The Horses heads are Hand Chiseled in 19.2 Karat White Gold and the "rope" between them is manufactured in...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,463Sale Price / item|24% Off
14K Yellow Gold 0.16CT Diamond PAPER CLIP Link Bracelet
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: main stone:ROUND DIAMONDS diamonds:1 PC carat total weight:approximately 0.16 CT color:f clarity:SI brand:CUSTOM MADE metal:14K YELLOW gol...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet circa vintage
By Taxco Mexico
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Vintage Taxco Mexico Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet is a stunning example of artisanal craftsmanship, featuring a rich, ...
11.46ctw Ombre Montana Sapphire Bracelet 14K Gold 7" R2118
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 11.46ctw Ombre Montana Sapphire Bracelet 14K Gold 7" R2118 ♥ The bracelet is 7" long ♥ Material: 14K White gold ♥ Gemstone: Montana sapphires, 11.36ct total ♥ All gemstones used...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Bangle Bracelet 0.12 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose gold bangle bracelet featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 9.50-10 mm each and 2 round brilliants weighing 0.12 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Pearls can be changed to Pi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Gucci Sterling Silver & Rose Quartz And Brown Stone Bead Slide Bracelet Vintage
By Gucci
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage Italian Gucci small bracelet is part sterling silver and beads that are a combination of a pink gemstone that looks like rose quartz infused with a bamboo like stone bead. it is narrow and should be coupled with other bracelets of Gucci or sterling silver. it is beautifully made as the large ball slide...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
NEW all Gucci white GG Crystal-embellished Tennis Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
The striking accessory is crafted in Italy with rows of rectangular-shaped crystals lined in white, green and red, and is topped with a jewel-encrusted face for a light-reflecting fi...
Crystal
Sold
W 0.28 in L 9.45 in
Gucci Vintage Logo Circle Charm Dog Tag Linked Chain Bracelet Sterling Silver
By Gucci
Located in Wokingham, England
Gucci Vintage Unisex Logo Circle Round Charm Dog Tag Box Linked Chain Modernist Bracelet, Sterling Silver Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss. 100% Genuine. Manual ...
Silver
Sold
W 0.16 in L 7.88 in
Gucci Vintage Boule Logo Ball Dots Circle Chain Bracelet Sterling Silver Size 19
By Gucci
Located in Wokingham, England
Gucci Vintage Boule Logo Ball Dots Circle Chain Pendant Charm Modernist Bracelet, Sterling Silver, Gucci Size 19 Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, Signed at charm...
Silver
Gucci Cream Acrylic Jeweled Star Bangle Bracelet Runway 2020 Collection
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Alessandro Michéle designed this spectacular Gucci bracelet for the Gucci Fall/Winter 2020 runway collection. This rare clamper bracelet features a star-shaped design in a subtle ivo...
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W 0.16 in L 7.88 in
Gucci Vintage Logo Boule Circle Ball Dots Chain Bracelet Sterling Silver Size 24
By Gucci
Located in Wokingham, England
Gucci Vintage Unisex Logo Boule Circle Round Ball Dots Chain Pendant Charm Modernist Bracelet, Sterling Silver, Gucci Size 24 Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, Si...
Silver
Sold
W 0.16 in L 7.09 in
Gucci Vintage Boule Logo Ball Dots Circle Chain Bracelet Sterling Silver Size 18
By Gucci
Located in Wokingham, England
Gucci Vintage Boule Logo Ball Dots Circle Chain Pendant Charm Modernist Bracelet, Sterling Silver, Gucci Size 18 Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, Signed at charm...
Silver
Sold
W 0.16 in L 7.88 in
Gucci Vintage Logo Boule Circle Round Ball Dots Chain Sterling Silver Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Wokingham, England
Gucci Vintage Unisex Logo Boule Circle Round Ball Dots Chain Pendant Charm Modernist Bracelet, Sterling Silver Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, Signed at charm, ...
Silver
Gucci Vintage Logo Boule Heart Love Ball Dots Chain Sterling Silver Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Wokingham, England
Gucci Vintage Unisex Logo Boule Heart Love Ball Dots Chain Pendant Charm Modernist Bracelet, Sterling Silver Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noticea...
Silver
Gucci Crystal-embellished Fringe Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
This dazzling bracelet features clear crystals throughout with long crystal tassels and a prominent Gucci interlocking G logo. This is a stunning cuff bracelet with a distinctive loo...
Crystal
GUCCI Vintage gold plated chainmail logo metal bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Vintage gold plated chainmail logo metal bracelet Reference: TGAS/E00736 Brand: Gucci Material: Metal Color: Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Loop Through Extra Details: Logo at cl...
Gucci Vintage Indigo Leather Bangle Cuff Belt Bracelet Gold Horsebit
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage beautiful cuff bracelet by Gucci. Made in purple blue/indigo leather, it features an gold metal half-horsebit. Will fit up to approx. 6.5 inches - 16.5 cm wrist. Width: 0.75 ...
Gold