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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
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Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

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Located in Austin, TX

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Located in Chicago, IL

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By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Austin, TX

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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

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Maison Martin Margiela Vintage Spring 2003 100% Cotton Black Knit Top

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By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

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Martin Margiela White Shirt with Elaborate Cutout Back

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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Artisanal Martin Margiela Deconstructed Knit Snap Tie Convertible Top c1990

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By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Chicago, IL

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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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MAISON MARGIELA 2024 Chunky Knit Cardigan Natural L

MAISON MARGIELA 2024 Chunky Knit Cardigan Natural L

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Zürich, CH

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Located in Zürich, CH

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Maison Martin Margiela 2010s Fringe Trimmed Ankle Boots, Size 36.5

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in London, GB

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unworn 1999 MARTIN MARGIELA sheer 'crushed' black RUNWAY skirt

unworn 1999 MARTIN MARGIELA sheer 'crushed' black RUNWAY skirt

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Located in San Fransisco, CA

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Maison Martin Margiela Vintage Circa 2012 White Cotton Slip On Maxi Dress

Maison Martin Margiela Vintage Circa 2012 White Cotton Slip On Maxi Dress

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Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

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Maison Martin Margiela Unisex Wool Deconstructed Coat with Raw Edges

Maison Martin Margiela Unisex Wool Deconstructed Coat with Raw Edges

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in London, GB

Look stylish and sophisticated with this classic Deconstructed Coat from Maison Margiela. Crafted from 100% wool with a two-tone baize, it features a lapel collar, long sleeves, and ...

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2010s Maison Martin Margiela

2006 Martin Marginal MM6 Black Multi way Technical Zip Pocket Jacket / Blazer
2006 Martin Marginal MM6 Black Multi way Technical Zip Pocket Jacket / Blazer

2006 Martin Marginal MM6 Black Multi way Technical Zip Pocket Jacket / Blazer

By Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela

Located in Sheffield, GB

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Hermès by Martin Margiela Vintage Circa (1997-2003) Wool Dress

Hermès by Martin Margiela Vintage Circa (1997-2003) Wool Dress

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Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

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1990s French Maison Martin Margiela

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Artisanal Martin Margiela Lingerie & Work On Paper Boxed White Set 1998

Artisanal Martin Margiela Lingerie & Work On Paper Boxed White Set 1998

By Maison Martin Margiela, Martin Margiella

Located in Chicago, IL

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Black silk bustier jumpsuit Maison MARTIN MARGIELA 1

Black silk bustier jumpsuit Maison MARTIN MARGIELA 1

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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Martin Margiela Black Shiny Polyurethane Maxi Dress with Waist Cut Outs

Martin Margiela Black Shiny Polyurethane Maxi Dress with Waist Cut Outs

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Water Mill, NY

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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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Martin Margiela Fall/Winter 2006 Knitted Cream Turtleneck Sweater

Martin Margiela Fall/Winter 2006 Knitted Cream Turtleneck Sweater

By Maison Martin Margiela, Martin Margiella

Located in Caserta, IT

- Designed by Martin Margiela - Fall Winter 2006 - Knitted Cream Sweater - High neckline with a button closure - Very good condition - Made in Italy - Size: M for men; may also fit w...

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Early 2000s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARGIELA 2012 grey 100% wool oversized long cardigan M
MAISON MARGIELA 2012 grey 100% wool oversized long cardigan M

MAISON MARGIELA 2012 grey 100% wool oversized long cardigan M

By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Hong Kong, NT

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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Maison Martin Margiela 2015 Robe FR38 Black Silk Daisy Printed Dress UK10 US8

Maison Martin Margiela 2015 Robe FR38 Black Silk Daisy Printed Dress UK10 US8

By Maison Martin Margiela, Martin Margiella

Located in PARIS, FR

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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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Maison Martin Margiela suede mirror derby shoes

Maison Martin Margiela suede mirror derby shoes

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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MAISON MARGIELA 2010 dark grey alpaca wool oversized sweater

MAISON MARGIELA 2010 dark grey alpaca wool oversized sweater

By Maison Martin Margiela, MM6 Maison Margiela

Located in Hong Kong, NT

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Margiela Blue Metallic Patent Leather Mary Jane Tabi Pumps
Maison Margiela Blue Metallic Patent Leather Mary Jane Tabi Pumps

Maison Margiela Blue Metallic Patent Leather Mary Jane Tabi Pumps

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Maison Margiela Blue Metallic Patent Leather Mary Jane Tabi Pumps are a striking and avant-garde footwear choice that seamlessly blends bold design with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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Maison Margiela 2022 Silver Cracked Metallic Leather Tabi Ankle Boots, Size 38

Maison Margiela 2022 Silver Cracked Metallic Leather Tabi Ankle Boots, Size 38

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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Maison Martin Margiela zipper bomber jacket

Maison Martin Margiela zipper bomber jacket

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

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Maison Margiela Artisanal Haute Couture S/S 2017 John Galliano Tule dress

Maison Margiela Artisanal Haute Couture S/S 2017 John Galliano Tule dress

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Located in PARIS, FR

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Martin Margiela S/S 1999 Trompe L'oeil Stockman Cotton Vest Bustier
Martin Margiela S/S 1999 Trompe L'oeil Stockman Cotton Vest Bustier

Martin Margiela S/S 1999 Trompe L'oeil Stockman Cotton Vest Bustier

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Paris, FR

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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

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vintage MAISON MARGIELA Iconic blue denim pinched collar denim jacket IT38 XS

vintage MAISON MARGIELA Iconic blue denim pinched collar denim jacket IT38 XS

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MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 08 Rare and iconic coat with structured shoulders

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA FW 08 Rare and iconic coat with structured shoulders

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Milano, MILANO

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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

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Maison Martin Margiela Miss Deanna Trompe L'oeil Lurex Knit Pullover FW1999

Maison Martin Margiela Miss Deanna Trompe L'oeil Lurex Knit Pullover FW1999

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Chicago, IL

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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

S/S1998 Maison Margiela flat collection blazer
S/S1998 Maison Margiela flat collection blazer

S/S1998 Maison Margiela flat collection blazer

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Milano, Lombardia

S/S1998 Maison Margiela flat collection blazer This Spring/Summer 1998 Maison Margiela blazer from the iconic “Flat” collection represents one of the house’s most conceptual moments...

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1990s Maison Martin Margiela

A/W2004 MAISON MARGIELA artisanal reconstructed jacket with metal chains
A/W2004 MAISON MARGIELA artisanal reconstructed jacket with metal chains

A/W2004 MAISON MARGIELA artisanal reconstructed jacket with metal chains

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Maison Margiela A/W 2004 Artisanal reconstructed jacket with metal chains A highly collectible piece from Maison Margiela's Artisanal line, Autumn/Winter 2004. This reconstructed ja...

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21st Century and Contemporary Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARGIELA 1990s Vintage black wool felt longline Cigarette coat FR38 M
MAISON MARGIELA 1990s Vintage black wool felt longline Cigarette coat FR38 M

MAISON MARGIELA 1990s Vintage black wool felt longline Cigarette coat FR38 M

By MM6 Maison Margiela, Maison Martin 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 Material: Feels like polyester Co...

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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Christian Louboutin x Maison Margiela Xrismarteen 100 Knee High Boots 36
Christian Louboutin x Maison Margiela Xrismarteen 100 Knee High Boots 36

Christian Louboutin x Maison Margiela Xrismarteen 100 Knee High Boots 36

By Maison Martin Margiela, Christian Louboutin

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Christian Louboutin x Maison Margiela Xrismarteen 100 Knee High Boots 36 Color Black Size 36EU Heel Height 100mm Nappa leather upper Leather lined Leather sole with new Forever Sol...

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2010s Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARGIELA black nylon 50-50 LOW TOP Sneakers Shoes 38
MAISON MARGIELA black nylon 50-50 LOW TOP Sneakers Shoes 38

MAISON MARGIELA black nylon 50-50 LOW TOP Sneakers Shoes 38

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Zürich, CH

These 100% authentic Maison Margiela 50-50 sneakers offer a fresh take on retro-inspired style. Crafted from black malleable nylon and soft suede, they blend comfort with subtle soph...

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21st Century and Contemporary Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Margiela 50s Replica Harvard Blazer - '00s
Maison Margiela 50s Replica Harvard Blazer - '00s

Maison Margiela 50s Replica Harvard Blazer - '00s

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Experience vintage elegance with the Maison Margiela 50s Replica Harvard Blazer. Crafted from 100% wool in regal navy blue, this blazer from the Replica label is a reproduction of a ...

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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Margiela by John Galliano S2018 Architectural Deconstructed Pleated Skirt
Maison Margiela by John Galliano S2018 Architectural Deconstructed Pleated Skirt

Maison Margiela by John Galliano S2018 Architectural Deconstructed Pleated Skirt

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in PARIS, FR

From John Galliano's celebrated early years at Maison Margiela, this striking Spring/Summer 2018 skirt perfectly embodies the house's avant-garde approach to construction and movemen...

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2010s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 00's Iconic Limited Edition Tabi Boots
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 00's Iconic Limited Edition Tabi Boots

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA 00's Iconic Limited Edition Tabi Boots

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Milano, MILANO

2000's iconic limited edition tabi boots by Maison Martin Margiela. Nailed wooden heels. N' 105/150. The composition is 100% leather.

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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Men Leather Coat Long Trench Overcoat Size L
Maison Martin Margiela Men Leather Coat Long Trench Overcoat Size L

Maison Martin Margiela Men Leather Coat Long Trench Overcoat Size L

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Kaunas, LT

Check my other listings. Have many more designer clothes for sale. Open to any offers. Item for sale is 100% genuine Martin Margiela Long Trench Overcoat, VINU0 Color: Brown (An actu...

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Early 2000s European Maison Martin Margiela

Maison Martin Margiela Black "Heelless" Oxford Lace Up Shoes 2000-01
Maison Martin Margiela Black "Heelless" Oxford Lace Up Shoes 2000-01

Maison Martin Margiela Black "Heelless" Oxford Lace Up Shoes 2000-01

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a pair of vintage Maison Martin Margiela black "heeless" oxford lace up shoes, featuring a round toe, laced uppers, brown lining, and flat ...

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Early 2000s Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela Cape Back Jacket
Martin Margiela Cape Back Jacket

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

Maison Margiela Red Leather Platform Croc Clogs 39
Maison Margiela Red Leather Platform Croc Clogs 39

Maison Margiela Red Leather Platform Croc Clogs 39

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Maison Margiela Red Leather Platform Croc Clogs in size 39. These shoes feature perforated leather similar to the look of Crocs, but with the style of clog...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maison Martin Margiela

MARTIN MARGIELA 1990's Vintage black silver handpainted tabi boot EU39
MARTIN MARGIELA 1990's Vintage black silver handpainted tabi boot EU39

MARTIN MARGIELA 1990's Vintage black silver handpainted tabi boot EU39

By MM6 Maison Margiela, 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: Tabi boot Collection: 1990s - Ru...

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1990s Italian Maison Martin Margiela

Martin Margiela New Split Leg Pants
Martin Margiela New Split Leg Pants

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

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.

Questions About Maison Martin Margiela

  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.