Known for introducing rich theatricality and memorable fashion spectacles to the runway, John Galliano has enjoyed a singular career. The audacious British designer has garnered universal acclaim for genre-breaking collections not only at his eponymous label but also for Givenchy and Christian Dior.
From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless newspaper-print dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably newsworthy, drawing on history as often as it embodies a fresh and forward-looking sensibility, and over the years the designer has helped shape an ever-broadening new legion of enthusiasts for Parisian couture.
Born in Gibraltar but raised in South London by strict Roman Catholic working-class parents, Galliano attended the all-boys Church of England grammar school, where his flamboyance and interest in art attracted the attention of bullies. Eventually, Galliano ended up at the prestigious design and art school Central Saint Martins College (then called Saint Martin’s School of Art), where fellow British designers Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen also trained.
Galliano flourished at Central Saint Martins. While a student, he worked in the costume department at the National Theatre in London. His graduate collection in 1984, dubbed “Les Incroyables” and named for post–French Revolution fashion lovers, was modeled by close friends of his and earned a standing ovation. The line ended up in the storefront windows of London luxury boutique Brown’s on South Molton Street, and Galliano’s first official collection — after he graduated — debuted at Paris Fashion Week in 1989.
In the early 1990s, Galliano’s relationship with his financial backer, Plein Sud’s Faycal Amor, ended, and by 1994, he was broke and sleeping on the floor of a friend’s apartment. Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour and then-Vanity Fair editor André Leon Talley stepped in and introduced the budding designer to Portuguese socialite and fashion patron São Schlumberger and others. At Schlumberger’s Hôtel Particulier, Galliano’s shows became the stuff of fashion legend. His collection, a blend of Japanese modernist style as well as nostalgia for Art Deco and 1940s’ tailoring, earned raves in glossy magazines and garnered the attention of Princess Diana, Madonna and other fashion luminaries.
Once the Galliano name was well known among the world’s most stylish set, the chairperson of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, appointed Galliano head designer of French fashion house Givenchy. One year later, in 1996, LVMH moved him to the design team at Dior, where he produced scores of celebrated looks for Dior Haute Couture. Today, Galliano is the creative director of Maison Margiela.
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S/S 2003 John Galliano Rhinestone Buckle Black Floral Ruffle Slip Gown
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From John Galliano’s Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this slip gown features a ruched bodice adorned with vertical rows of rhinestones and a central floral appliqué, finished with a s...
JOHN GALLIANO 2009 Vintage Royal Blue Gown Maxi Dress w. Attached Sash
By John Galliano
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano Vintage 2009 Royal Blue Attached sash can also be tied but I just let it hang Extra long length Invisible side zip Size IT44 NWT's, 2 small dots that you can only see u...
Christian Dior by John Galliano "Miss Diorella" Trompe L'Oeil Denim Print Bikini
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
This Dior by Galliano bikini is a summer statement piece, perfect for lounging on the yacht or at the poolside (or both) ! With the iconic "trompe l'oeil" denim and patches print fro...
JOHN GALLIANO F/W 1997 "Suzy Sphinx" Collectors Ruched Detail Black Suit
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
John Galliano Fall Winter 1997 “Suzy Sphinx” Vintage Ruched Detail Suit Brand: John Galliano Designer: John Galliano Collection / Year: Fall / Winter 1997 Material: Jacket: 100% wo...
John Galliano 2000’s Newspaper Print Avant Guard Huge Hooded Zip Down Jacket
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
An iconic 2000’s Galliano Newspaper printed Jacket, in a dusty pink colour way with the instantly recognisable 'John Galliano Gazette' exterior, asymmetric zip pockets at the bust an...
JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Wool Coat Jacket w. Oversized Scarf
By John Galliano
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano Vintage FW99 Black & Ivory fitted coat Missing size and comp tag, but fits XS/S best, and I presume is wool This coat is very warm! Attached scarf and hole for scar...
Christian Dior By John Galliano Miss Diorella Trompe L'Oeil Denim Pareo, FW 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
From the unforgettable John Galliano years for Christian Dior, this sheer pareo/sarong features the iconic "trompe l'oeil" denim and patches print from the highly sought-after 2001 F...
Beige mohair single breasted long jacket with purple crêpe edge GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige mohair single breasted long jacket with purple crêpe edge. Rayon lining. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the pocket flap. SIZE 38/M
F/W 2007 John Galliano long Mohair Cardigan with Huge Mongolian Lamb Collar
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Superb Fall / Winter 2007 John Galliano Cardigan with a Huge Mongolian Lamb Collar. Crafted in a Charcoal Mohair / wool blend knit with adjust...
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1996 GIVENCHY by GALLIANO Leopard gown
By John Galliano, Givenchy
Located in Austin, TX
1996 GIVENCHY by GALLIANO Leopard gown Buttons down front to hem Condition : Excellent 21.75" bust, 21.75" waist, 25.25" hips, 58.5" length mannequin is a US sz 6 Size XS / S ru...
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 Vintage Gua blanc casse silk embroidered flare midi
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2006 Vintage Gua blanc casse ivory 100% silk floral embroidered sheer flare midi kirt FR36 S Reference: MELK/A00496 Brand: Dior Desi...
2006 Vintage John Galliano Black Silk Embellished Bias Cut Flapper Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Beautiful 2006 John Galliano flapper style dress. Crafted in a matt black pure silk with pale gold and silver bead / sequin work, dropped waistline, asymmetrical hem and a conceale...
John Galliano Victorian Revival Opulent Jacket F/W2001
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Amazing John Galliano Victorian Revival opulent jacket from Fall/winter 2001. Of Prince de Galle silk/wool plaid with elaborate detachable collar and cuffs of silver fox, ruched and ...
Blue velvet single breasted jacket JOHN GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue velvet single breasted jacket . Main fabric composition: 97% cotton, 3% elastane. Branded lining: 65% rayon, 35% silk. Hidden snap closure on the middle front. Pocket on both si...
John Galliano Vintage Silk Cocktail Dress F/W 2010 with Buckle
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare and collectible silk cocktail dress by John Galliano, from the Fall/Winter 2010 runway collection. This exquisite piece features the signature swirling floral print seen on the ...
Amazing John Galliano Pointelle Knit and Embroidered Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Amazing John Galliano form fitting evening dress Fall/Winter 2000 made of black rayon-silk patterned pointelle knit, embroidered and appliqued with multi colored wool flowers and but...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. The body of the dress is made of fine black stretch silk with functional adjustable lacing at the center front and b...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to the hem and there are the signature Dior self covered buttons...
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Lace up Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine silk dress with stretch from Christian Dior. It has a scoop neck front and back with intricate lacing starting at one shoulder crossing the front and back wrap...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alt...
Galliano skirt under the artistic direction of John Galliano circa 2008
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - Collection circa 2008 under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Long salmon-colored silk skirt with iconic side buttoning. Size 36FR. Made in Italy. Condition: Ver...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functi...
Archive John Galliano S/S 2001 Deconstructed Knit & Tulle Art Dress
By John Galliano
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional John Galliano Spring/Summer 2001 archive dress, crafted in an intricate distressed open-knit construction with layered black tulle and striking abstract ivory knit app...
John Galliano Pink Silk Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular John Galliano silk gown in ombre shades of pink. The bodice has spaghetti straps and gathers onto 2 angled bands crossing at the...
John Galliano Rare Dolores Intarsia Carnation Bias Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
A rare John Galliano bias cut Carnation dress from the Dolores collection, Autumn-Winter 1995-96. Of Bianchini Férier ivory and black satin backed rayon acetate crêpe inset with intarsia'd black chiffon and satin embroidered in white silk running stitch embroidered carnation flower heads and unfurling leaf designs. Gently cowled neckline and back. Due to the complex design and construction very few of these dresses were put into production, and sold. There are no traditional seams on sides and the fit of the dress is integrated into the inserted black floral patterns onto the bias cut base. In the period, they cost $5000 US dollars and upwards depending on the retail establishment through special order. John Galliano’s 1995...
Y2k John Galliano Newspaper Print 2000s Halter Neck Mini Beach Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
Iconic John Galliano 2000's newspaper pattern halter neck dress mini dress, crafted from a light printed cotton material in white and black colour way, with a fully adjustable tie ba...
Galliano vest by John Galliano Spring-Summer 1999
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - Spring/Summer 1999 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Black open-knit cardigan. Size S, fits a French size 36/38. Made in Italy. Co...
Grey and black single breasted jacket GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey and black single breasted jacket. Main fabric composition: polyester and rayon. Branded Lining: Elite & polyester. Black gros-grain appliqué. Branded button and buttonhole closu...
Off-White lace dress with black lining JOHN GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-White lace dress with black lining ; Lace composition: 72% cotton, 28% polyester. Silk lining. Pocket on both side SIZE 42/L
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole...
Galliano jumpsuit by John Galliano Summer 2003
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - Spring/Summer 2003 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Long, flared jumpsuit in orange silk chiffon with an abstract pattern in shades...
John Galliano Vintage Turquoise Black Gazette Print Plunge Swimsuit M
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, DE
A striking and rare John Galliano Beachwear one-piece swimsuit from the mid-2000s, featuring the designer’s now-iconic Galliano Gazette newspaper print in a vivid turquoise and black...
Christian Dior Haute Couture Matrix Collection Men Skirt Automne Hiver 1999-2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Unique waxed cotton and leather "skirt" by John Galliano for Christian Dior Haute Couture. The collection from which this "skirt" derives from was presented at Versailles. Guests were transported from the Ave. Montaigne store to Versailles on a perfect summer day via Dior Shuttles which felt like a fashion camping trip. Upon arriving, guests (ourselves included) were ushered into one of the many massive mirrored halls with an mile long undulating podium covered in slick white laminate. Tiny french ballroom...
A/W 2003 John Galliano Runway Blue Distressed Suede Shearling Bomber Jacket
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
An impressive Autumn / Winter 2003 John Galliano shearling Jacket crafted from a distressed grey-ish blue suede with a soft natural shearling interior, tall collar, buckles across th...
Denim mini skirt with ruffles GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Denim mini skirt with ruffles . Fabric composition: 98% cotton, 2% elastane. Branded button, buttonhole and zip closure on the middle front. Studs. Pocket on both side + 2 back pocke...
2000's Forest Green John Galliano Satin Bustier with Lace Cups - Corset Top
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Vintage forest green John Galliano Bustier with Lace detailed Cups, featuring contrasting copper coloured fully adjustable shoulder straps, 'G' metal charm detail at the hip, dual ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk long skirt with yellow, green and white abstract shapes including glowers and leaves on a brown background from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is semi fitted t...
John Galliano Distressed 2000’s Double Denim Jacket & Jeans Set - Skull applique
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
An Incredible Vintage John Galliano distressed denim ensemble. Comprising a paint splattered denim jacket & jeans with leather lamb skin appliqué detailing and with Galliano embo...
John Galliano Vintage 1999 Women's Evening Gown in Excellent Condition FR38
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, DE
A striking and highly collectible runway piece from John Galliano’s celebrated Fall/Winter 1999 collection—an era that defined his legacy of sensual, body-conscious design. Cut on t...
John Galliano Fall/Winter 2005 Portrait Collar Leather Jacket
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
John Galliano Fall/Winter 2005 portrait collar cropped leather jacket of distressed and gently wrinkled sheeps skin coffee brown leather. Dramatic drap...
Rare Archive John Galliano 2004-2005 Silver Gray draped Bias-Cut evening gown
By John Galliano
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and timeless John Galliano evening gown dating to 2004-2005, crafted in a luminous silver-grey satin with the designer's signature bias-cut construction. This sophisticate...
John Galliano F/W 1999 Black & Ivory Chevron Intarsia Cropped Blazer And Midi Skirt Set
By John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
From the F/W 1999 collection of John Galliano, this two-piece set comprises a cropped blazer and a coordinating midi skirt worked in a bold black-and-ivory chevron intarsia, with geo...
Double breasted brocade coat with flower pattern GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Double breasted brocade coat with flower pattern. Shell fabric composition: 62% polyester, 27% acrylic, 11% cotton. Branded lining composition: elite, polyester, rayon and acetate. B...
John Galliano S/S 2006 Pink Floral-Print Lace-Trim Camisole Top
By John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
From the S/S 2006 collection of John Galliano, this camisole top is constructed in a pink ground fabric printed with an exuberant large-scale floral composition in red, purple, white...
Galliano dress by John Galliano, Winter 2002
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - Fall/Winter 2002 Ready-to-Wear Collection, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Long chiffon dress in shades of green, yellow, and red. Size and composition la...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Ruched Corset Bustier Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous soft gold fine silk knit dress from Christian Dior. It has an inner boned corset with underwire bust cups, and detachable spaghetti straps enabling the dress to also be wo...
Pink silk chiffon cocktail dress JOHN GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink silk chiffon cocktail dress. Authenticity hologram. Invisible zip closure and hook&eye closure on the left side. Boned SIZE 38/ M
John Galliano Patchwork and Scrapbooking Embroidered Blazer
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Amazing John Galliano 2002 pre collection patchwork and applique blazer. The classicly tailored nipped ivory short jacket with appliques based on scrapbooking and patchworking. Swatc...
John Galliano 2000’s Newspaper Print Off Shoulder Slouchy Top T-Shirt
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 2000’s John Galliano newspaper print off shoulder blouse, featuring a loud allover print with John Galliano’s face front centre and a draped coll...
2000's John Galliano 3 pc Floral Cashmere Knit Sweater Set, Matching Silk Skirt
By John Galliano
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Early 2000's John Galliano 3 pc yellow floral set, matching cashmere knit tank and V-neck cardigan work together with the unusual matching silk chiffon skirt with inset brocade front...
Newspaper/gazette/newspaper print slip dress, an iconic John Galliano design.
By John Galliano
Located in Sewickley, PA
Newspaper/gazette/newspaper print slip dress, an iconic John Galliano design. ICONIC PRINT , excellent condition NEWSPAPER PRINT SLIP DRESS Newspaper print slip dress by John Gall...
Christian Dior By John Galliano Lace-Trimmed Satin Brief Panty, Fall-Winter 2003
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
Made from stretch-silk satin, this Christian Dior by John Galliano brief has a pretty luster and feels really soft on the skin. Outlined with delicate lace scalloping in a contrastin...
Unworn Christian Dior By John Galliano "Diorissimo" One-Piece Swimsuit, SS2002
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
From the SS2002 "Street Chic" collection, this never worn Dior one-piece swimsuit features the house's iconic "Dior Oblique" logo, which makes a subtle statement on its own. Made in France from smoothing stretch fabric, it has a flattering V-neckline and a faux-elasticated blush pink belt at the front with decorative "Dior" mat gold brushed metal plate. Labeled a French size 38 (US 4-6), it runs small to size. Medium brief coverage. Wear it with oversized sunglasses in a matching sorbet shade ! Remarks : the refined mat nude shade of the swimsuit was difficult to catch. The color on picture 8 (more beige than "pink") is the closest with the true color. Picture 6 shows the true color of the Dior plate...
John Galliano Black Lace Evening Gown with Pale Pink Lining
By John Galliano
Located in North Wales, PA
Elegant vintage John Galliano from the early 2000’s evening gown featuring intricate black lace overlay with a romantic pale pink underlining that creates a beautiful dimensional eff...
2016 MARGIELA by JOHN GALLIANO black sequin dress with waist cutout & open back
By John Galliano, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning black sequined dress designed by John Galliano for Margiela dating to resort of 2016. Metallic black sequins cover the entire dress, giving it a light-catching surface again...
S/S 1996 John Galliano Paris Broderie Anglaise Ballet Peplum White Jacket Blazer
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This John Galliano Paris jacket from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection is crafted in white broderie anglaise with a delicate floral eyelet pattern. The tailored silhouette features a...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 1997 Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Norwich, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano gunmetal silk and black lace slip dress. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection. Condition Very good Faint water mark near hem, more visible on th...