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Maison Martin Margiela

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Belgian designer Martin Margiela (b. 1957) — whose life, career, and designs for handbags, clothing and shoes have become cult-collector obsessions — pushed those who attended his shows outside their comfort zones. In the years following the 1988 debut of Maison Martin Margiela, he toyed with creative and aesthetic paradoxes that persist in fashion today.

Consider the Spring/Summer 2001 shirt patchworked from vintage clothing labels, or his famous corset dresses made from tailoring dummies, from his Fall/Winter 1997 line. Or his oversize collection for Fall/Winter 2000. In 1992, Margiela told Dépêche Mode magazine, “My clothes appeal to women of a certain mindset rather than of a specific age or physique.”

Born in Genk, Belgium, in 1957, Margiela knew he wanted to be a fashion designer after catching glimpses of Parisian fashion on TV as a child. Although his parents discouraged this career choice as an oddly funny aspiration, Margiela enrolled in the fashion program of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp. There, he befriended and graduated a year ahead of the Antwerp Six — the acclaimed group of Belgian fashion designers comprising Dries Van Noten, Walter Van Beirendonck, Ann Demeulemeester, Marina Yee, Dirk Bikkembergs and Dirk Van Saene.

Like many of his contemporaries in the 1980s, Margiela understood Paris fashion but felt a deep resonance with the deconstructed beauty espoused by Japanese designers Yohji Yamamoto and Rei Kawakubo, of Comme des Garçons. Margiela’s fascination with Japan influenced many of his earliest collections and designs, from a dress pieced together from broken plates to his iconic Tabi boots, inspired by the split-toe Japanese worker’s shoe, which dates back to the 15th century.

Margiela decided to launch his own line while working for renowned Paris designer Jean Paul Gaultier. With Belgian designer Jenny Meirens, Margiela established Maison Martin Margiela in the French capital in 1988. 

Margiela’s debut show was nothing short of spectacular. Set in a packed Café de la Gare in the still-seedy Marais district, it was also scandalous to the Parisian fashion set of the time. The designer tore up the conventions of contemporary couture presentations, most notably having his models, plucked from the streets and wearing ink-blotted Tabis, wend their way through the crowd.

The show redefined the concept of the runway in a way that would later inspire such designers as Alexander McQueen and Demna Gvasalia.

While the notoriously private designer retired from fashion in 2009, for many Maison Martin Margiela collectors, his pieces capture the irreverence of the postwar, post-punk late 1980s and ’90s. Katy Rodriguez, cofounder of the cult vintage fashion shop Resurrection, is among those who felt a connection to Margiela’s clothing in the subliminal challenges it posed to the time’s beauty norms.

“Growing up in San Francisco and coming out of the end of punk rock, not wanting to be objectified, not wanting to be seen as a sexual object, not wanting your value to be just because you’re pretty — all those clothes played into all of that,” she says. “It really was a reflection of the kind of world the young people I knew at the time wanted to live in.”

John Galliano was named creative director at the house in 2014 and it rebranded as Maison Margiela in 2015.

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Designer: Maison Martin Margiela
Martin Margiela Geometric Draped Top
By Maiscon Martin Margiella, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous sleeveless top in a beautiful teal green from Martin Margiela. It has a V neckline, side zipper and draping panels on the front and over one shoulder. The back is simple. ...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

2007 Martin Margiela MM6 Technical Black Knee Length Multi Chrome Zip Skirt
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Sheffield, GB
2007 Martin Margiela MM6 Technical Black Knee Length low rise Multi Chrome Zip Skirt. The skirt can be styled both open or closed. Recommended Size; UK 6 / Waist band 29” inches Mea...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela Spring Summer 1996 Vintage Trompe L'oeil Silk Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Maison Martin Margiela’s Spring–Summer 1996 collection is known for its playful use of trompe-l’œil, a technique that creates visual illusions. In this collection, he printed images ...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Brown Leather Oversized Dress 2001
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela cognac brown leather dress from the 2001 oversized collection, featuring a round neckline, a sleeveless, ove...
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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Navy Backless Dress With Metal Collar And Cutout 2000
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Maison Martin Margiela navy light weight wool dress featuring a chrome metal collar, cutout sleeves, a wrap-around skirt that sn...
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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

2006 Martin Marginal MM6 Black Multi way Technical Zip Pocket Jacket / Blazer
By Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Sheffield, GB
2006 Martin Marginal MM6 Black Multi way Technical Chrome Zip Pocket Jacket / Blazer. This Technical Jacket features detachable pockets that can be moved and adjusted to offer a rang...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARGIELA black canvas TABI LOW TOP Sneakers Shoes 37.5
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Maison Margiela low-top Tabi sneakers in black canvas with white rubber sole. Have been worn once inside and are in virtually new condition. Measurements Imprinted S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Iconic Khaki Overhead Trench Coat 2005
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela khaki brown trench coat, featuring the iconic overhead hood design, double-breasted body, belt at the waist,...
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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

MartinMargiela 1990 1stRetrospectiveCollection1994 Sheer Black Convertible Apron
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
As a variation of the traditional waiter-style apron that Belgian former fashion designer Martin Margiela reworked with his eponymous Maison Martin Margiela since its first collection for Spring/Summer 1989, this minimalist convertible transparent black chiffon rectangular garment was part of his Spring 1994 collection. The iconic corner-stitched textural white-cotton brand label is stenciled with seemingly contradictory text referencing an earlier Fall 1990 collection. Instead of the blank label that had become internationally recognized among progressive-fashion buyers during the brand's initial five years, this black print was added in this manner for only one collection during its founder's tenure. This distinct typography identifies it a one of his favorites that he re-editioned from his first 10 fashion shows. This season-less self-curated retrospective collection without any new designs was unprecedented in the ready-to-wear fashion industry, which sold only newly-designed clothes typically two to five times annually. In the early 1990s, this old-made-new-again collection was astonishing for a Paris-based high-end brand, for which any lack of fresh designs for Spring had otherwise been attributed to the loss of an artistic director or the outbreak of war. Nevertheless, there are subtle differences of color, material and draping possibilities that make our re-edition unique from the 1990 apron and from later "replicas", which was the term that Margiela printed on a different kind of label for his second self-curated retrospective in Spring 1999 following 10 more collections. Aside from the text-printed brand label with four characteristic hand-sewn corner stitches, the only other element that unified Margiela's first collection of favorites was that all the items were overdyed a darker color so that the clothes were various shades of grey, blue or black depending on the original color of the textile and how much dye the thread/yarn absorbed. The first Margiela apron...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela leather travel bag with shoulder strap
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Maison Martin Margiela leather travel bag with shoulder strap line 11 one size unisex fit made in Italy color: black detachable shoulder strap textured leather condition: gently ...
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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Python Embossed Leather Strappy Open Toe Booties Size 40
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Leave behind bold and confident steps when you step out in these Maison Martin Margiela booties. Crafted from python-embossed leather, they are equipped with a strappy upper, zipper ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Maison Martin Margiela

Borsa a tracolla Maison Margiela anni 90
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Borsa a tracolla da collezione Maison Margiela "Old Margiela". In pelle effetto invecchiato, collezione 6, 3 scomparti in ottime condizioni Misure 30x34
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1990s Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela New Split Leg Pants
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Water Mill, NY
Beautiful black wool pants from Martin Margiela. They are high waisted with a button waistband, fly front and full legs with 2 vertical splits one larger with a smaller one below it ...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Vintage Martin Margiela artisanal ss 2003 runway black folded dress skirt
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Iconic collectors investment piece by Martin Margiela. Vintage artisanal collection Martin Margiela spring-summer 2003 black polyester lingerie dress reconstructed skilfully into a s...
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Early 2000s Belgian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Spring/Summer 2007 Navy Star Print Draped Dress – IT42 (F
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
From Margiela’s Spring/Summer 2007 collection, this navy sleeveless dress features a delicate scattered star print on a fluid silk-blend fabric. The front is softly gathered and dra...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

2003 MARGIELA RUNWAY trench coat with iridescent exposed lining and cut belt
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, deconstructed trench coat with 'exposed' iridescent lining, 'cut' waist belt and 'missing' buttons with exposed threads designed by Martin Margiela dating to spring of 20...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela New Strapless Color Block Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light taupe silk and black net strapless gown from Martin Margiela top line collection. It falls in an A line from top to hem- taupe down to the mid calf then black netti...
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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Vintage Summer 2012 White Ribbed Cotton FittedM Dress.
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Maison Martin Margiela women's collection line Spring Summer 2012. white ribbed cotton maxi marcel or tank dress. Made in Italy size 38. Measurements that are taken flat: Sh to Sh 1...
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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Margiela Artisanal Extended Jacket. Spring/Summer 2010
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in New York, NY
Rare and collectible Maison Margiela Artisanal Extended Jacket from Spring/Summer 2010. A lightweight crisp wool or wool blend is used for th...
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2010s French Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Black Tech Dress With Circular Armholes 2000
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela classic black minimal dress featuring iconic circular armholes and a long, narrow body with a slight A-line ...
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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela FW 1994 Iconic Vintage Artisanal Military Surplus Cargo Skirt
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
A/W 1994 Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal military surplus cargo skirt. Black maxi cargo skirt constructed out of 1960's cargo pants, deconstructed design with cargo style pockets at...
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1990s Belgian Maison Martin Margiela

HERMES VINTAGE Martin Margiela brown twill jersey one piece bodysuit FR40 L
By Maison Martin Margiela, Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES VINTAGE Martin Margiela brown twill jersey one piece bodysuit FR40 L Reference: CNLE/A00362 Brand: Hermes Designer: Martin Margiela Material: Polyamide, Blend Color: Brown Pat...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Maison Martin Margiela

MartinMargiela Couture 1998 Artisanal Lingerie & WorkOnPaper Line0 WhiteBoxedSet
By Martin Margiella, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
As conceptual art while he transitioned to French artisan-house Hermes artistic director in 1998, Belgian Martin Margiela--whose creations today debut in the setting of a contemporar...
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1990s French Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela Lighting Skyline Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in New York, NY
Martin Margiela Lighting Skyline Dress in black rayon/cotton with printed lightening erupting over an urban skyline. Simple T shirt lines, from the MM6...
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1990s French Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARGIELA MM6 black faux leather grommet cropped pants IT38 XS
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA MM6 black faux leather grommet cropped pants IT38 XS Reference: NKLL/A00406 Brand: MaisonMargiela Collection: MM6 Material: Faux Leather Color: Black Pattern: Solid C...
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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

rare MAISON MARGIELA 2010 grey wool felt convex sole high heel pumps EU36
By Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARGIELA 2010 grey wool felt convex sole high heel pumps EU36 Reference: ALCU/A00044 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela Collect...
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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

rare MAISON MARGIELA Vintage AW1991 sheer chest darts apron tie midi dress IT42
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARGIELA Vintage AW1991 black sheer chest darts apron tie midi dress IT42 M Reference: PYCN/A00134 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Ma...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

MARTIN MARGIELA 1990's Vintage black silver handpainted tabi boot EU39
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARTIN MARGIELA 1990's Vintage black silver handpainted tabi boot EU39 Reference: TGAS/A04278 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela Model: T...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Joan Of Arc Cotton Coated Sweater With Deep Neckline 2000
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela off-white knit "Joan of Arc" style sweater, featuring a cotton yellow coating, a deep neckline, long sleeves...
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1990s Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Important Artisanal Black Leather Glove Top 2001
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer an iconic Maison Martin Margiela artisanal leather "glove" gilet from 2001. This unique top is composed of black leather vintage gloves sewn ...
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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela 2015 Robe FR38 Black Silk Daisy Printed Dress UK10 US8
By Martin Margiella, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in PARIS, FR
Maison Martin Margiela dress SS2015 collection (by Martin Margiela) in light black silk crepe with flower print in shades of white and yellow, round neck closed by 4 fabric-covered b...
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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Black Shiny Raincoat With Back Slit 2000
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is pleased to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela black shiny technical fabric raincoat featuring a hidden placket with button-front closure, side pockets, an...
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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

S/S 2006 Maison Martin Margiela Runway Round Black Leather Open Patchwork Jacket
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This black leather jacket from Maison Martin Margiela’s Spring/Summer 2006 runway collection features a distinctive open patchwork design, crafted from overlapping circular leather p...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Trompe L'oeil Photo Print Brown Floral Maxi Dress 1999
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela iconic tromp l'oeil dress featuring a sepia-toned photo print of a vintage dress printed on a simple mesh ca...
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1990s Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela 1990s Unique UpcycledGarters&Crotch Velvet Halter Black Crop Top
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
Captured in a video-still from his Fall/Winter 1992 collection fashion-show in Paris, Martin Margiela uniquely upcycled the seam intersections from the crotch, dart or tuck on deconstructed garments to make a high-relief topstitched cross shape as the mysterious design feature on some of his tops and knits. On this Maison Martin Margiela silky black velour crushed-velvet cropped halter, the altered seams are the subtle central focal point of the transformed fully-lined viscose breastplate. The backless top is constructed like a pullover bra with flexible elastic crisscrossing straps with metal hardware, which appear to be hosiery garters or suspenders. The iconic off-white blank brand label is hand-sewn at its four corners on the reverse to just the lining, where there are tags above it noting the material, size and manufacture-country Italy. The French-size 40 is flexible enough to be worn over another top or alone by a range of sizes from 38-42 depending on bust size. Since our small-size mannequin is backless, when worn by the buyer the upper part of the halter will sit higher on the chest and the bottom corners attached to the elastic bands will be less visible in back than we could photograph. Fortunately, we found the same Margiela halter in a sunny black-and-white photoshoot from Winter 1995, and included our pics of a few shots. In one, notice where the black velvet is reflecting sunlight as white due to the irregular texture of the seamed cross. The Fall/Winter 1995 "Circus" collection by Maison Martin Margiela featured similar lined velour and sleeveless tops in the fashion show, but we could not find any photos in that collection of the distinct X-shaped elastic straps that boldly define the back of our top. Comparatively, a F/W 2006 Martin Margiela sequined...
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1990s French Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 2014 black deconstructed raw edge cut sleeve dress FR38 M
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 2014 black deconstructed raw edge cut sleeve dress FR38 M Reference: CAWG/A00304 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela Collection: 2014 Material: Po...
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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARGIELA 2005 Vintage 100% silk black sideways off shoulder top IT42 M
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA 2005 Vintage 100% silk black sideways off shoulder top IT42 M Reference: TGAS/C01158 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maison Martin Margiela

vintage MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Artisanal silver painted casual blazer jacket M
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Artisanal silver painted casual blazer jacket M Reference: TGAS/A03637 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela Model: Painted blazer Collectio...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Khaki Deconstructed & Folded Trench Coat 2001
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage deconstructed Maison Martin Margiela soft cotton khaki trench coat with hidden lapels, featuring classic trench coat details and ...
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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Incognito brown tortoise shield visor sunglasses
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Incognito brown tortoise shield visor sunglasses Reference: LNKO/A02385 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maison Martin Margiela

vintage MAISON MARGIELA Iconic blue denim pinched collar denim jacket IT38 XS
By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage MAISON MARGIELA Iconic blue denim pinched collar denim jacket IT38 XS Reference: CRTI/A00525 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela Material: Denim Color: Blue Patt...
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1990s Maison Martin Margiela

MartinMargiela 1990s MissDeannaKnit GoldLurexThreaded FauxDipDyed Ombre Pullover
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
When Belgian former fashion designer Martin Margiela debuted gold-Lurex knits while French luxury-goods Hermes Womenswear Artistic Director, simultaneously in Fall 1999, he introduced at his eponymous Paris-based Maison Martin Margiela a collection featuring 1970s-inspired Lurex-accented sweaters, along with oversized loose clothes intended for either women or men. Including a distinct black-printed white-folded tag stitched into a seam by Italian experimental knitter Miss Deanna, who created many memorable knits under Margiela's artistic direction, this Margiela sparkly finely-knit viscose-and-Lurex-blend long-sleeve pullover is a minimalist unisex design with narrow ribbed trim at the crewneck, wrists and hem. Its "Made In Italy" size 44 with a 15.5-inch shoulderline is without darts and drapes like a one-size-fits-most stretch T-shirt. The lightweight sweater was knit from pale-gold, grey and blue yarns into an ombre pattern like a dip-dye technique associated with fabric. Yet the additional glittery orange-tone metallic thread (difficult to photograph due to reflections) interspersed throughout was clearly not dyed or printed. Conversely, Margiela's Fall 1999 Artisanale Line 0 collection that was produced instead by his Parisian team explored the textural effects of hand-painting fabrics, such as the unisex T-shirts that were striped or obscured with thick silver paint. Earlier in the 1990s, Margiela had reproduced some vintage...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Reconstructed Floral Vintage Dress 1993-94
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela artisanal dress constructed by joining two vintage 1940s dresses at the center seam. This is a one-of-a-kind...
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1990s Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARGIELA pale blue alpaca 2022 CHUNKY KNIT Cardigan Sweater S
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Maison Margiela cardigan is crafted from a luxurious blend of mélange pale blue alpaca (42%), cotton (30%), and wool (28%). It features an oversized fit with a V-...
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21st Century and Contemporary Maison Martin Margiela

Couture 1990 MartinMargiela Unique Openwork Mohair Knit Snap&Tie Convertible Top
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
With Belgian former couture-fashion designer Martin Margiela's original blank-white textural-cotton corner-sewn label from the early 1990s visible above the prominent knit-hole, this openwork yarn top that is clearly a one-of-a-kind "Line 0" Artisanal garment by Maison Martin Margiela is crocheted from a brown soft animal-hair blend into a see-through changeante pattern recalling a collapsed spiderweb. A prominent European dealer sold a similarly designed but longer deconstructed openwork grey cape that also features a circular knit hole in a mohair-blend. Its remaining additional tag indicates that it was produced by Margielas' longtime Italian knitter Miss Deanna for the Autumn-Hiver 1993-1994 collection. Further, we have found similar one-of-a-kind Margiela openwork-knit and unraveling pieces, as well as one with oversized snaps like the fasteners on our top, dating back to his 1992 collections. Suggesting it could have been from an earlier collection, Antwerp's fashion museum MoMu featured a pale deconstructed mohair knit sweater dating from 1990 in its major Martin Margiela 20-year retrospective, which was produced in collaboration with the designer during his final year at the house in 2008. Based on other Margiela couture pieces with more than one remaining identification tag, the design of our cardigan without a remaining text tag began as a vintage top collected by Martin Margiela to upcycle or reproduce, and/or it was made-to-order by Miss Deanna before he finished it to some degree with his Paris-based team. Our knit fastens with pompon-tipped yarn ties, along with two signature silver oversized-snap buttons, which most noticeably appeared on Margiela tops in 1994 for a collection that was inspired by toy-doll wardrobes and included human-sized reproductions of actual miniatures. For price comparison, another 1stDibs dealer currently lists a silver-oversized-snap-fastening brown faux-leather windbreaker "doll" jacket by Maison Martin Margiela for upwards of $7,000. Also on 1stDibs, two other Margiela 1990s...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Margiela Black Jersey Dress with Padded Satin Cigarette Shoulder Bolero, FW 1992
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
This Martin Margiela ensemble from Fall-Winter 1992 consists of a black jersey dress and a separate padded bolero, known as a cigarette shoulder in Margiela’s lexicon. The bolero, co...
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1990s French Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela Cape Back Jacket
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dramatic black fine wool jacket from Martin Margiela. It is collarless with long sleeves, a hidden button front closing and 2 front patch pockets. The back is stunning ...
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Early 2000s Danish Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela Grey Inverted Overlocked Dress, Spring/Summer 1991
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Presenting a rare archival piece from Martin Margiela's groundbreaking Spring/Summer 1991 collection. This grey maxi floor length dress embodies Margiela's avant-garde philosophy, tu...
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1990s Maison Martin Margiela

2005 Maison Martin Margiela 'After Party Pumps' New in Box.
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
2005 Maison Martin Margiela 'After Party Pumps' New in Box. Destroyed look, as after a long night of partying. Curled up leather on the inside of the heels Detached elastic straps on...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Couture Martin Margiela 1994 Artisanal Line0 Upcycled Socks Overdyed Pullover
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
In 1994, Martin Margiela did something unprecedented with his luxury fashion brand Maison Martin Margiela, which was to debut a collection with no new designs but rather a new-for-it...
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1990s Belgian Maison Martin Margiela

1990's Maison Martin Margiela Double High Waisted Wide Leg Pant
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1990's Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Collection Double High Waisted Wide LegTrousers in wool with an adjustable nylon drawstring waistband.
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1990s French Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARGIELA 1990s Vintage black wool felt longline Cigarette coat FR38 M
By Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA 1990s Vintage black wool felt longline Cigarette coat FR38 M Reference: PYCN/A00095 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: Martin Margiela Ma...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Vintage 1996 MARTIN MARGIELA black runway coat with 'elongated' pockets
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black runway coat with oversized collar, elongated pockets and topstitching detail designed by Martin Margiela as seen on the fall 1996 runway. Label...
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela 1999SS Knit Cardigan
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Shibuya-Ku, 13
Produced by Miss Deanna Made in Italy Fabric 60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic Size/Measurements (approximate) Size S Shoulder 35cm (shoulder to shoulder) Bust 45cm (armpit to armpit) Sleeve ...
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1990s European Maison Martin Margiela

Margiela red leather painted tabi boots, fw 1995
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Martin Margiela; red leather painted tabi boots Fall-Winter 1995
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Margiela Artisanal black glove top and pleated skirt runway ensemble, ss 2001
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Martin Margiela; Runway ensemble (LOOK #10) Artisanal shirt-front made out of black leather gloves and oversized black artisanal skirt made out of vintage pleated skirts...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Margiela ivory cotton down filled duvet coat with brown wool cover, fw 1999
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Martin Margiela; 'Duvet' coat made from a Featherlite 100% down filled duvet. Sleeves can be detached with zip closures around arm holes, 2 front pockets and sold with an additional ...
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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

rare HERMES Martin Margiela double faced cashmere oversized cocoon coat FR42 XL
By Hermès, Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare HERMES Martin Margiela navy double faced cashmere oversized cocoon coat FR42 XL Reference: TGAS/D01012 Brand: Hermes Designer: Martin Margiela Material: Cashmere Color: Navy Pat...
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Early 2000s French Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela artisanal corset top made with tailoring canvases, fw 2003
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Martin Margiela artisanal corset top made with a patchwork of tailoring linen canvases backed in cream cotton. Fall-Winter 2003
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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela 'Semi Couture' canvas sleeves, fw 1997
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
Presenting a rare and archival pair of Martin Margiela 'Semi Couture' Canvas Sleeves from the autumn-winter 1997 collection, a true gem that captures the ...
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1990s French Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Maison Martin Margiela 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 red, blue, purple and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Stella McCartney, Emanuel Ungaro, and Donatella Versace appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Maison Martin Margiela fashion from top boutiques around the world. Maison Martin Margiela fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $60 and tops out at $38,481, while the average work can sell for $850.

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Questions About Maison Martin Margiela
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Maison Margiela is not owned by L’Oréal. The Italian company OTB Group owns Maison Margiela as of January 2022. L'Oréal is a separate French company. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Maison Margiela apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Yes, Maison Margiela is a luxury brand. Established by Belgian designer Martin Margiela in 1988, the fashion house is known for its avant-garde approach to design, and its runway shows often challenge prevailing style conventions. Many celebrities are fans of the brand, including Rihanna, Cardi B, Doja Cat, Paul Bettany, Megan Fox and Kendall Jenner. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Maison Margiela apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    No, Maison Margiela is not an Italian brand. The luxury fashion house is actually French. Belgian fashion designer Martin Margiela founded the brand in 1988 in Paris with fellow designer Jenny Meirens. Today, the maison maintains its headquarters in the city. However, the Italian corporation OTB Group now owns it. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Maison Margiela apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    John Galliano is currently creative director of the French fashion house Maison Margiela, previously called Maison Martin Margiela. In the past, he has been the creative director for Givenchy and Christian Dior. Browse a range of expertly vetted Maison Margiela pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if Margiela Replicas are fake, first look at the tongue. Maison Margiela uses a universal number system to identify its product lines. On authentic shoes, you will see three lines of numbers ranging from 0 to 23, and the 22 should be circled. Below, you'll find the brand name in the correct font and the word "Paris." Comparing the number stamp to images taken of authentic shoes and shared on trusted online resources can help you spot inconsistencies that may indicate your shoes are reproductions. Next, carefully examine the stitching, particularly along the overlays applied to the front of the upper and the heel area. Uneven or loose stitching is often a sign of counterfeit sneakers. When in doubt, have a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser, assist you with the authentication process. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Maison Margiela shoes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The key to spotting fake Maison Martin Margiela products is quality. The Maison Margiela brand is known for designer-level craftsmanship and materials. An authentic Maison Margiela product should have neat, even stitching, a crisp logo and high level of attention to detail. Shop an array of expertly vetted Maison Margiela pieces from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Maison Martin Margiela, now simply called Maison Margiela, is a French fashion house founded in 1988. It was first founded by Belgian designer Martin Margiela and takes inspiration from avant-garde styling. On 1stDibs, find a range of authentic Maison Margiela pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    The difference between MM6 and Maison Margiela comes down to focus. Maison Margiela is the main couture line produced by the French luxury fashion house of the same name. MM6 is a diffusion line of contemporary sportswear priced more economically to appeal to a younger demographic. Find a collection of Maison Margiela apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    The story of what happened to Maison Martin Margiela is one of changes in creative direction. In 2009, Martin Margiela left the celebrated fashion house that he founded, and during the subsequent years, the brand lacked a creative director to guide its work. That changed in 2014, when John Galliano took on the role. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Maison Martin Margiela apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The upscale sporty style of Maison Martin Margiela sneakers gives them versatile styling possibilities. While how you wear them is up to personal preference, they can be dressed up with a breezy sundress, paired with classic jeans and a tee, or dressed down with joggers and a tank. Shop a selection of Maison Margiela sneakers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    Yes, Maison Margiela is real. Belgian designer Martin Margiela founded the luxury fashion house in 1988. His pieces captured the irreverence of the postwar, post-punk late 1980s and ’90s. The notoriously private designer retired from fashion in 2009. John Galliano was named creative director at the house in 2014, and it rebranded as Maison Margiela in 2015. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Maison Margiela apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    Yes, Maison Margiela is well known. In fact, the fashion house's clothing designs and vintage shoes have become cult-collector obsessions in recent years. Founder Martin Margiela has gained acclaim for toying with creative and aesthetic paradoxes that persist in fashion today through pieces like his famous corset dresses made from tailoring dummies and his Spring/Summer 2001 shirt patchworked from vintage clothing labels. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Maison Margiela apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Opinions on how Maison Margiela shoes fit vary. Many online reviewers state that the luxury fashion house's footwear runs true to size, but a small number state that they run small. To ensure a comfortable fit, the best approach is to measure your foot and compare it to the brand's official sizing chart prior to selecting a size. Find an assortment of Maison Margiela shoes on 1stDibs.

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