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 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...
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 Runway 1920's Showgirl Style Chain Mail Evening Dress
By Gucci, Gianni Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Gucci 2018 runway show presented a featured array of exciting eventful evening wear. From designer Andre Michelle, a lovely soft lilac chain mail evening dress. A 1920's show...
Gucci Vintage Black Bodycon Dress by Alessandra Facchinetti, S/S 2005 IT S
By Gucci
Located in Berlin, DE
An iconic piece from Alessandra Facchinetti’s Spring/Summer 2005 debut collection for Gucci, presented in September 2004 following Tom Ford’s departure. This sculptural black dress ...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W Black Silk Midi Dress with Zipper Side Slit, 2001
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2001 midi dress exudes sensuality with its slinky silhouette and convertible side. The black silk fabric adds a luxurious touch while the side slit zipper...
Tom Ford Cobalt Blue Deco Inspired Ltd Production Beaded Evening Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tom Ford deco inspired hand beaded evening dress. Boasts rich beautiful cobalt blue bugle beads all hand sewn atop black silk organza extending down to skirt featuring open work fr...
Saint Laurent Grecian Inspired Dress Gown
By Saint Laurent, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the best from Saint Laurent! Grecian inspired gown designed to make the wearer look like a Grecian goddess. Fashioned of ivory silk chiffon accented by a substantial silk an...
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 ...
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...
Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous lavender stretch silk dress by Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 collection. It has a plunging front neckline and racer back with multiple sea...
Gucci S/S 2005 New Silk Backless Dress with Appliques
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous deep emerald green silk dress with elaborate appliques by Gucci. It has a V neckline with cut in shoulders and a large back cut out with 2 matching straps across it. The ...
Tom Ford for Gucci Silver Leather Backless Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silver leather wrap dress by Tom Ford for Gucci . The bodice crosses in the front wrapping at the waist and closing with snaps. It ha...
Tom Ford For Gucci Dress with Cut outs
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine stretch silk dress from Tom Ford for Gucci. It has 3/4 length sleeves, slits at the side hem and a fine strap crossing the upper chest and back. There is a ribb...
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...
Tom Ford for Gucci New Silk Velvet Dress F/W 2001
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk velvet dress from Gucci as worn in a 2001 ad campaign. It has a square neckline with the center bust highlighted with sheer areas which contrast with the rich v...
Gucci X Alessandro Michele Spring 2022 Look 93 Long dragon dress
By Gucci, Alessandro Michele
Located in CANNES, FR
Gucci X Alessandro Michele Spring 2022 - Look 93 Long satin dress in black silk, printed with dragon, bottom garment in green ruffled velvet. Size 40 Italian.
Gucci Frida Giannini Resort 2014 Look 41 Mermaid dress
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in CANNES, FR
Gucci X Frida Giannini Resort 2014 Collection - Look 41 Sleeveless Mermaid dress paillettes. Size 40 Italian.
Gucci Silk Dress with Cut outs and Metal Collar
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from Gucci. It is semi fitted with a black metal collar with a cut out below it and another cut out diagonally across the front waist covered in black me...
Gucci Silk Gown with Cut out Waist, Swarovski Crystals and Hardware SS 2010
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk knit gown from Gucci's S/S 2010 collection as worn on the cover of Vogue by Linda Evangelista. It is fitted, has long sleeves with zipper wrists and fabulous s...
Gucci Tom Ford Fall 2001 Size 38 / 2 Runway Black Silk Strapless Post - It Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage Gucci, by Tom Ford Fall 2001 black silk strapless post-it Runaway dress ! Fashioned after post-it notes. Built in bodice holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the ...
Gucci By Tom Ford Runway Bodycon Halterneck G Buckle Dress, Spring-Summer 1998
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Geneva, CH
When I sourced this Spring-Summer 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford runway dress, the owner told me how much she loved it. With a big smile, she added that it was now time to let someone else b...
S/S 2005 Silk Light Brown Structured Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite Gucci Silk Light Brown Mini Dress, originating from the Spring/Summer 2005 collection—during the final years of the Tom Ford era—encapsulates the designer’s signature ...
Gucci 2009 Vintage Women's Black Draped Viscose Evening Dress M Italy
By Gucci
Located in Berlin, DE
This stunning Gucci dress from the 2009 collection exemplifies the brand’s refined yet sensual aesthetic underlining its late-2000s design language. Expertly crafted in Italy from soft, fluid viscose, it features a plunging neckline, elongated sleeves, and elegant asymmetric draping that gathers at the waist to accentuate the figure. The dress is fully lined for a smooth, luxurious feel and finished with a discreet side zip closure for a seamless look. Its fluid construction and subtle stretch allow it to contour beautifully to the body while maintaining graceful movement. Measurements: • Shoulder to hem: 92 cm • Sleeves: 74 cm • Chest: 43 cm • Waist: 36 cm Fit: Slim, body-skimming silhouette. Size: Marked size M (please refer to measurements for accuracy). Details: • 2009 Gucci...
Gucci Backless Silk Halter Gown S/S 2010
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous elegant black silk dress from Gucci S/S 2010 collection. The halter style dress has a front plunging cut out below a fabulous silver grey choker style collar with adjustab...
NWT GUCCI by Tom Ford F/W 2002 Runway Finale Size 40 Black Silk Lace Up Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous brand new with tags vintage TOM FORD for GUCCI fall 2002 runway finale gown ! This rare beauty that closed the runway show in 2002 laces up th...
Gucci SS 2011 Chartreuse Runway Strapless Gown, Flower Applique Wrap & Hot Pants
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular fine silk gown with matching wrap, belt, and hot pants in shades of yellow green from Gucci. The strapless gown has an inner boned corset and waist detailing. The doubl...
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 Olive + Khaki Zebra Safari Print Silk Off Shoulder Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
TOM FORD for GUCCI olive green and khaki zebra print silk chiffon and leather asymmetrical off the shoulder dress ! Features adjustable leather strap at top back left shoulder. Hidde...
Gucci New with Tags Silk Maxi Dress SS 2014
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous pumpkin silk maxi dress by Frida Giannini for Gucci. It has long sleeves, a small Mandarin collar, long sleeves with button cuffs, and a button front to the waist Four bu...
S/S 1997 GUCCI by Tom Ford Slip Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 1997 GUCCI by Tom Ford Slip Dress black 72% rayon, 28" silk Condition: Excellent 23" bust, 23" waist, 24" hips, 60" length Size US 10 / IT 46
Gucci Silk Dress with Hardware and Cut outs
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
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 Fall 2010 Runway Size 48 / US 12 Khaki Nude Tan Gold Cut Out Silk Dress
By Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
From the house of GUCCI Fall / Winter 2010 khaki and gold cut-out silk runway dress ! Designed by Frida Giannini, this dress is the perfect compliment to a woman’s figure. Cut-out at...
Gucci by Tom Ford Fall Winter 2000 Lion Brooch Plunging Neckline Metallic Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This Gucci dress from Tom Ford’s Fall 2000 collection is a stunning and very in-demand piece. Made in Italy from soft dark copper lurex jersey, it has a beautiful sparkle that catche...
Vintage Gucci 2010 Black Cut Out Open Back Belted Jersey Dress Gown It 40
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
A timeless yet provocative evening piece that reflects Gucci’s refined, minimalist glamour of the era. Sleek and sensual Gucci gown from the 2010 collection, crafted in fluid black s...
NWT Gucci Spring 2008 Size 44 / US 8 Black White Yellow Draped Jersey Dress
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags GUCCI Spring 2008, by Frida Giannini dress ! Features a black body with white straps and a pop of yellow. Very flattering drapery is easy to wear. Hidden zip...
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...
NWT Gucci $28K Runway Knife Pleated Jeweled Gown by Alessandro Michele
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous Gucci 2017 Collection by Alessandro Michele. This gown was designed as a true standout entrance piece with rich Renaissance flair. Fashioned of pink silk in a knife ple...
GUCCI FW 2022/23 Adidas Special Edition Silk Duchesse Gown Runway Dress
By Gucci
Located in Berlin, BE
The Special Edition Gucci x Adidas Fall/Winter 2022–23 Silk Duchesse gown is not merely worn - it asserts itself. A silhouette borrowed from 19th-century romanticism is rendered star...
Tom Ford for Gucci Silk Python Print Dress SS 2000
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous iconic python print silk jersey dress from Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 collection in shades of grey. It has a leather cord closing with a Gucci inscribed silver metal cla...
New Gucci Sequins with Crystal Embroidered Dress size IT 42
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Gucci’s crystal-embroidered sequin dress is crafted in Italy from nylon tulle layered with micro square sequins arranged in overlapping horizontal lines. In a second artisanal phase,...
Tom Ford/Gwyneth Paltrow Iconic Oscar Gown & Cape New!
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Super stunning iconic Tom Ford evening gown with matching cape. Identical to the one worn by Gwyneth Paltrow to the Oscars. The gown fashioned of off white silk crepe and lined in...
Gucci Vintage Opulent Beaded Evening Dress Gown NWT
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fab Gucci vintage ravishing red bias cut gown adorned with spiral panels showered in hand beadwork. Features plunging neckline and delicate tie shoulder treatment. Puddles with lon...
Gucci Rare 2006 Runway Shimmery Opulence Gold Beaded Gown
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare Gucci vintage 2006 runway gown as seen on Zoe Saldana and Keira Knightly. Its style is shimmery opulence and sophistication. A wow gown! Halter bodice offers a sexy low dr...
A Gucci Silver Lamé Evening Dress, Circa 1990
By Gucci
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1990. Italy A Gucci velvet and silver lamé asymmetric tube dress. Wide herringbone patterns of metallic threads. Sleeve on the left side of the cape, cape point on the right si...
Gucci New Silk Ruffle Dress S/S 2018
By Gucci, Alessandro Michele
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning yellow silk dress by Alessandro Michele for Gucci. It is gorgeous with asymmetrical rows of finely pleated ruffles comprising the skirt, puff 3/4 length sleeves with ties...
Very Rare Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 Seductively Sexy Evening Dress Gown New!
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 evening dress fashioned in eggshell white outlined in eye catching seam illusion. Dress boasts a tasteful plunging neckline extending into a full skir...
GUCCI BY TOM FORD SS 01 Iconic Strapless Whalebone Bustier Satin Dress
By Gucci
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 2001 iconic strapless whalebone bustier satin dress by Gucci by Tom Ford. Detachable shoulder straps. Side belt. The composition is 56% viscose and 44% cotton.
NWT Gucci By Tom Ford Gathered Stretch-Satin Jersey Dress, Spring-Summer 2003
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Geneva, CH
Designed to complement your shape, this Spring-Summer 2003 Gucci cocktail dress is made from black slinky stretch-satin jersey for a body-hugging fit. While the back reveals a glamor...
Gucci F/W 1998 Leather Strap Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Athina, GR
A rare and striking piece from Tom Ford’s Fall/Winter 1998 collection for Gucci. Crafted from supple brown leather, this dress features the house’s signature leather strap detail, em...
Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2004 Brown Silk Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich brown fine stretch silk dress from Tom Ford for Gucci. The dress portion is strapless then it is sheer to the stand up collar at the neck and to the elbows of the dramatic leg of...
Gucci Ruffle Neck Silk Halter Dress
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk halter dress from Gucci. It is body skimming with a fabulous silk organza ruffle standing up in the front across the neck and down ...
Gucci Runway Medieval-Inspired Silk Handkerchief Hem Dress Gown NEW
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning medieval-inspired Gucci runway gown designed by Alessandro Michele. Wonderful color combination of soft gold and plum pink silk finished with sumptuous black silk velvet...
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Gucci Black Knit fitted dress with thin strap. Size 0/2 ***small flaws ( see last pic attached)
Emilio Pucci Runway Goddess Jeweled Cut-Out Dress Gown
By Gucci, Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emilio Pucci green goddess jeweled bias cut gown. Fashioned of double layered jersey; waist cut-out; side zipper closure. Features an exquisite beaded and crystal long sleeve enhance...
Gucci by Tom Ford Rare 2004 Runway "Head Turner" Beaded Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
As seen on the f/w Gucci 2004 runway collection. Highly coveted an impressive and inspiring gown definitely designed for special occasion dressing. Long dress with plunging necklin...
Tom Ford for Gucci FW 2002 Runway Black Silk Lace-Up Gown + Mink Stole It. 38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Lace-Up Gown + Mink Stole Italian size - 38 ( can fit bigger sizes also ) F/W 2002 Runway Collection Black silk, Bias cut, Slip-on style. Backless to the waist with lacing down the entire length of the back of the skirt over a matching satin insert that extends into a train. The lacing can be tightened all the way down to the hem for a thin train, tightened part way down to create a fishtail or left loose for a wider train (and more room in the hips). Black mink stole...
Vintage Gucci FW 2006 Runway Metallic Gold Bronze Stretch Mini Plunging Dress M
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Gucci Metallic Gold Bronze Stretch Mini Sexy Dress F/W Runway 2006 Collection Designer size - M Metallic gold bronze color, Deep plunging neckline, Elasticized band around h...
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Leather Strap Bodycon Black Dress Runway 1990s
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Leather Strap Bodycon Black Dress Runway 1990s Designer for the brand: Tom Ford Country of manufacture: Italy Size: 38 It Composition: 75% viscose, 25% pol...
F/W 2006 Gucci Runway Gold Metallic Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Gold Metallic Mini Dress Designer: Frida Gianini for Gucci Gucci F / W 2006 Runway Model: Anja Rubik Measurements: Dress length (section A) 85 cm / 33.46 in Bus...
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Cut Out Jersey Black Cocktail Dress size L ( S )
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Sexy Cut Out Cocktail Dress Designer size - L ( run small, please check measurements ). Black Stretch Jersey, Double Layered Skirt, Simple Slip On. Measurements: W...