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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S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Light Green Iridescent Silk Straight Leg Pants 42IT
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2000 collection by Tom Ford, these light green cigarette pants are crafted from shimmering iridescent silk. Designed with a high waist and subtle pleats, t...
NWT S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Buckle One-Piece Swimsuit XS
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2001 collection by Tom Ford, this new-with-tags black one-piece swimsuit features a sleek silhouette with a deep V neckline, square branded accents, sewn i...
1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Nylon Mesh Trim Skirt IT38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black nylon skirt from Gucci, designed by Tom Ford for the 1999 collection. This minimal a-line silhouette is finished with a sheer black mesh trim at the hem. Approxim...
GUCCI by TOM FORD 2001 Vintage Black Cone Bra Hard Boned Corset Dress
By Gucci
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Tom Ford for Gucci Vintage SS01 Black cotton silk blend Hard boning throughout Structured cone bra Removable straps (strapless is also very sexy) Needs to be pressed/ironed, a steame...
$3,815Sale Price|40% Off
New $6359 Gucci Spring 2024 Runway Silk JUMPSUIT Sz 40 with a 1970's Vibe
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New With Tags Gucci Spring 2024 Sabato De Sarno’s 1st Collection for Gucci $6359 PLEASE NOTE: This is the Black version. The runway red is for reference only Italian Size 40 S...
$2,840Sale Price|20% Off
$3550 New Gucci Olive 2024 Over The Knee Leather Horsebit Boots Sz 38
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New With Dust Cover The Only Pair We Have! $3550 2024 Size: 38 Impossible to find in the Olive Gucci Leather Over The Knee Boots OLIVE Silver Horsebit Detail at Heel Round-Toes...
GUCCI 3K$ Hollywood Slogan and Rabbit Embroidery Jacket
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Collectors Gucci denim jacket with HOLLYWOOD Slogan and Rabbit & Flora embroidery throughout. - Boutique price 3,200$ Size mark 42 FR. Condition is pristine.
GUCCI by TOM FORD (USA ONLY) 2004 Vintage Runway Yellow Marabou Feather Jacket
By Gucci
Located in Leonardo, NJ
CUSTOMS Tom Ford for Gucci Vintage Runway Ad campaign SS04 Authentic Marabou Feathers Vibrant Yellow Lined in matching yellow silk Clasp at inner top to keep closed Size IT44 Pristin...
$2295 New With Box Gucci Fall 2021 Alessandro Michele Leather Boots Sz 38
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New With Box $2295 Fall 2021 Size: 38 Alessandro Michele Gucci Leather Knee-High Riding Boots Black Horsebit Accent & Interlocking G Logo Round-Toes Block Heels Includes Bo...
2005 Gucci Raspberry Pink Cut-Out Dress
By Gucci
Located in Austin, TX
2005 Gucci Raspberry Pink Cut-Out Dress Condition: Very good Rayon and Nylon stretch fabric Made in Italy Waist: 20"-33", Hips: 31"-47", Length: 44" Size S / M ( mannequin is a US ...
GUCCI by TOM FORD 1999 Vintage Floral Runway Print 2 Piece Bikini Bathing Suit
By Gucci
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Tom Ford for Gucci Vintage Runway print SS99 2 piece bathing suit Vibrant pink floral Size Small also fits XS New Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: waist of bot...
$3,815Sale Price|40% Off
New $6359 Gucci Spring 2024 Runway Silk JUMPSUIT Sz 42 with a 1990's Vibe
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New With Tags Gucci Spring 2024 Sabato De Sarno’s 1st Collection for Gucci $6359 PLEASE NOTE: This is the Black version. The runway red is for reference only Italian Size 42 S...
2000's Gucci Tom Ford era Monogram Kitten Heel Sandals - Shoes EU 38 / UK 5
By Gucci
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Pair of Vintage 2000's Tom Ford era Gucci Kitten Heels. Featuring an iconic GG Monogrammed Sole, tooled cream leather rounded Rope strap and comfortable 2’’ Heel. MADE IN ITALY. R...
$1,825Sale Price|20% Off
$2295 New With Box Gucci Fall 2021 Alessandro Michele Leather Boots Sz 9.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New With Box $2295 Fall 2021 Size: 9.5 Alessandro Michele Gucci Leather Knee-High Riding Boots Black Horsebit Accent & Interlocking G Logo Round-Toes Block Heels Includes B...
Gucci 4K$ Logo Bow Black Leather Jacket
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gorgeous Gucci black leather jacket with logo embroidered bow and signature floral lining Bought for 3,900$ Size mark 40 IT / Condition is pristine
Iconic Tom Ford x Gucci SS 1996 Runway Lace-Up Jersey Mini Dress G Snake Belt 38
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
A defining piece from Tom Ford’s groundbreaking Spring/Summer 1996 collection for Gucci, this exceptionally rare lace-up jersey mini dress embodies the provocative glamour that trans...
Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible off white silk maxi shirtwaist style maxi dress from Gucci. It has a notched collar, 4 front flap patch pockets (2 chest, 2 hip) and a matching tie belt. There are Guc...
Tom Ford for Gucci Fall 1999 Red Silk Jersey Ruched Skirt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek and sexy little silk jersey skirt from the runway of Tom Ford's F/W 1999 collection for Gucci. Burgundy knit silk jersey with peek-a-boo, barely-there sheer black silk chiffon ...
$1,965Sale Price|40% Off
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Runway Silk JUMPSUIT 2011 Sz 42 with a 1970's Vibe
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Fall/Winter 2011 Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston 1970's Brand New With Tags $3275 Italian Sz 42 Gucci Silk Ju...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2003 Runway Black Silk Stretch Corset Halter Dress It 40
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
An iconic example of Tom Ford’s celebrated final years at Gucci, this Fall/Winter 2003 runway cocktail dress embodies the powerful, sculptural glamour that defined one of fashion’s m...
GUCCI cream perforated leather PURSUIT SLIDE Sandals Shoes 37
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci Pursuit slide sandals in crisp white perforated leather with soft suede trims, accented by the iconic gold-tone Horsebit across the wide front strap. Designed wi...
Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 1999 Teal Blue Tropical Flower Print Skirt
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tom Ford for Gucci Spring '99 iconic blue floral print silk skirt as seen on the runway. Turquoise blue print with pink, yellow, and green floral motif. Frilly ruffle hem. Red leathe...
Gucci by Tom Ford Spring Summer 2001 black satin corset top
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Gucci by Tom Ford black silk satin corset top from the Spring Summer 2001 collection. As seen on the runway in black and in purple. Designer : Tom Ford for Gucci Details : Th...
GUCCI black & pink silk 2017 FLORAL JACQUARD KNIT ROBE Coat Jacket 42 M
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci robe in black jacquard knit viscose (82%) and silk (18%) adorned with climbing roses in pink and green. Designed in a relaxed, fluid si...
Gucci by Tom Ford Spring Summer 2000 white one shoulder backless dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in PARIS, FR
Iconic Gucci by Tom Ford white one shoulder bodycon dress from the Spring Summer 2000 collection. Similar pieces were seen on the runway, and it was famously worn by Aaliyah in black...
Cruise 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Silk Fringe Scarf Wrap Crop Top IT42
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci by Tom Ford scarf-style top from the Cruise 2004 collection is constructed in black silk with a plunging V neckline. The halter silhouette wraps and ties at the waist with...
Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1998–2001 Sculpted Black Moto Leather Jacket – IT38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Berlin, DE
A rare and collectible piece from the Tom Ford era at Gucci, dating to the late 1990s to early 2000s (circa Fall/Winter 1998–2001). This impeccably tailored jacket exemplifies Ford’s...
GUCCI beige GG Supreme canvas 2019 ACE GG FLORAL Sneakers Shoes 38.5
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci Ace sneakers crafted in beige and ebony GG Supreme Flora canvas with red and metallic green leather trims. Designed with classic round toes and the signature gre...
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Kate Moss Cage Heels Pumps Rare Sz 8
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Own a Piece of Fashion History Brand New * Iconic, Coveted "Cage" Heels * Black Cutout Leather * Pointed Toe Pumps *Nude Toe & Heel Back * 4" Heel * With ...
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Black ruched Pencil Skirt
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Vintage Gucci skirt from Tom Fords final Gucci Fall/Winter 2004 Ready-to-Wear collection. Crafted in a black satin with undertones of dark purple...
Gucci Alessandro Michele Prefall 2022 Maxi gold lamé dress
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in CANNES, FR
Gucci x Alessandro Michele Pre-Fall 2022 Collection Partially pleated gold lamé maxi dress with asymmetrical long sleeves. Size 36. Very good condition (composition and size labels ...
$1,325Sale Price|45% Off
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 36.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $2425 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 36.5 * Ye...
Gucci Frida Giannini Prefall 2013 Look 18 Kaki wool coat
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in CANNES, FR
Gucci x Frida Giannini Pre-Fall 2013 Collection – Look 18 Khaki wool coat. Italian size 42.
$1,340Sale Price|20% Off
New Tom Ford For Gucci New Swarovski Crystal Satin Heels Sz 9
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Heels Brand New Size 9 * Stunning Black Satin * Swarovski Crystal Toe & Ankle * Satin Insole * Satin Tie Ankle Straps * Black Satin Covered Heel * 4" Heel * W...
GUCCI Aria GG monogram crystal brown leather horsebit A-line midi skirt IT38 XS
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Aria GG monogram crystal brown leather horsebit A-line midi skirt IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00499 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Collection: Aria 2022 - Runway Materi...
Gucci Silk Dress with Hardware and Cut outs
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous grey silk jersey dress from Gucci. It is fitted with long sleeves and cut outs at one shoulder and side waist plus a slit along the front of one leg of the straight skirt. The slit and shoulder cut out are highlighted with a gold metal Gucci embossed...
GUCCI camel brown leather 2024 GG MARMONT Loafers Flats Shoes 38.5
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci GG Marmont loafers in Luminous Wood brown glazed leather. Designed with classic round toes and the iconic GG Marmont hardware across the vamp, set on thick black...
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...
$995Sale Price|24% Off
New Gucci Quilted Satin Buckle Horsebit Heels Sz 9.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Mules Brand New * Stunning in Black Satin * Patent Leather Accents Quilted, Padded Insole *Gunmetal Buckle Hardware * Black Patent Heel * 3.5" Heel * With Box
$1,271Sale Price|25% Off
New With Box Gucci Runway Leather Horsebit Heels Sz 10
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Horsebit Heels Brand New * Stunning Strappy Classic Gucci * Size U.S. 10 * 4" Heel * "Gucci" on Buckles * Gold Horsebit Detail at Heel back * Adjustable Straps * Gorgeous Burnt...
Gucci New Silk Halter Jumpsuit
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous deep red silk jumpsuit from Gucci. It has a halter neckline crossing at the front then wrapping around the neck. There is a band at the waist and the pants portion are s...
Gucci Pink Silk Corset Dress with Lace Trim
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rose pink silk dress from Gucci. It has a corset bodice which comes to a point at the waist with adjustable spaghetti straps, topstitched pink silk and black lace cups, c...
Gucci New Silk Backless Dress SS 2013
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black silk brocade dress with a blue, beige and gold petal pattern trim strategically and flatteringly placed along the sides and sleeves from Gucci. It is semi fitted...
GUCCI beige wool 2019 FLORA RAINBOW GG JACQUARD Cardigan Sweater S
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci cardigan in beige and ebony GG Flora jacquard wool (69%), cotton (18%), polyamide (7%) and metallic fibre (6%), richly accented with multicolour floral motifs wo...
$1,455Sale Price|40% Off
New Gucci Spring 2012 Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 38.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New $2425 * Python Heels * Spring 2012 * Size: 38.5 * Green & Orange, Black Snakeskin Python Throughout Heels: 4.75" Platforms: 1" * With Gucci Box * Impossible to ...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Studded Green Gold Runway Heels Shoes Slide US 7.5 & 7
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Gucci Runway Green / Gold Studded High Heels Mules US sizes Available - 7.5 B and 7 B ( Italian 37.5 and 37 ) Designer Color - Leaf Green Snake Skin, Studded Heel, O...
Gucci Bubblegum pink rubber heeled sliders, platform sandals
By Gucci
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous pair of Gucci bubblegum pink rubber sliders. A upgraded take on the humble slider these have a chunky platform sole with a mid height heel and the Gucci branding across t...
$1,295Sale Price|30% Off
Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Python Runway Suede Boots Sz 8
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Snake Suede Boots Tom Ford For Gucci Final Collection Ad Runway Python Boots * Black * Soft Suede Uppers * Snakeskin Heels * 1/2" Front Platform * 5" Heel * With Dust Cov...
$1,283Sale Price|35% Off
New Gucci Lykke Li Python Spring 2015 Runway Pumps Heels Sz 39.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Python Heels Spring Summer 2015 Runway Heels Size: 39.5 Featured in Gucci Music Video with Lykke Li Leather Cross Strap Toe Python Adjustable Ankle Strap Wooden Heel...
GUCCI white yellow blue cotton 2023 FLORAL PUSSY BOW POPLIN Dress 42 M
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci dress in white cotton (100%) poplin, printed with an exuberant large-scale floral motif in golden yellow and cobalt blue — a boldly romantic, vintage-inflected c...
$1,457Sale Price|44% Off
New Gucci Lykke Li Python Spring 2015 Runway Pumps Heels Sz 38
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Python Heels Spring Summer 2015 Runway Heels Size: 38 Featured in Gucci Music Video with Lykke Li Metallic Muted Gold Cross Strap Toe Python Adjustable Ankle Strap i...
GUCCI felin garden silk shirt
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Rubiera, RE
GUCCI SILK SHIRT "FELIN GARDEN" - Alessandro Michele Bright colors in shades of green, electric blue, yellow and pink Lapel collar All-over print with garden feline motif Fabric bel...
$1,836Sale Price|20% Off
$2295 New With Box Gucci Fall 2021 Alessandro Michele Leather Boots Sz 36.5
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New With Box $2295 Fall 2021 Size: 36.5 Alessandro Michele Gucci Leather Knee-High Riding Boots Black Horsebit Accent & Interlocking G Logo Round-Toes Block Heels Includes ...
GUCCI Soft Pink leather HORSEBIT BLOCK HEEL Pumps Shoes 36
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Gucci pump is crafted in soft pink leather and finished with a light gold-tone horsebit detail across the front. It features rounded square toes and leather-cover...
Gucci Frida Giannini Spring 2015 Look 43 Japanese crepe silk dress
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in CANNES, FR
Gucci x Frida Giannini Spring/Summer 2015 Collection – Look 43 Orange and beige silk crepe dress, embroidered with a Japanese-inspired motif and crystals. Italian size 38. Very good...
Gucci Silk Slip Dress with Lace and Leather Trim
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rose silk slip dress from Gucci. It has double spaghetti straps, one in patent leather matching the G adorned strap crossing the upper chest. There is detailed black lace ...
$1,325Sale Price|50% Off
New Gucci Lykke Li Python Spring 2015 Runway Pumps Heels Sz 36
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Python Print Heels Spring Summer 2015 Runway Heels Size: 36 Featured in Gucci Music Video with Lykke Li Leather Cross Strap Toe Python Print Leather Adjustable Ankle ...
$1,462Sale Price|25% Off
New Gucci Runway Python Gold Heeled Mules Sz 9.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Horsebit Heels Brand New * Stunning in Black Snakeskin * Studded Gold Heel * Size: 9.5 * Leather Insole * Open toe * 4.5" Heel * With Box, Dust Cover and Extra Heel Tips * Impo...
Gucci Strappy Cream Leather and Snake Skin Peep Toe Sandal Heels
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gucci sandals with leather criss-cross straps and snakeskin detail. Eggshell perforated leather straps cradle the top of the foot. Two buckle strap closures. Beautiful scale detailin...
$1,175Sale Price|40% Off
New Gucci Velvet and Satin Pumps Heels Sz 39
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Pumps Brand New * Stunning Black Velvet * Patent Leather Trim * Black Satin Toe * Soft Padded Satin Insole * Velvet Heel * 4" Heel * With Gucci Box