In 1953, Ottavio “Tai” Missoni (1921–2013) and Rosita Missoni (b. 1931) opened a small knitwear shop in Gallarate, Italy, paving the way for what would become an iconic style of colorful chevron knit.
Missoni began with a tracksuit, which featured zippers down the legs because, as Rosita recalls it, “Tai was too lazy to take off his shoes when putting them on.” The couple’s fashion really took off, though, once they discovered the Raschel knitting machine on a trip to a shawl factory. The machine enabled the Missonis to knit multiple colors in a zigzag pattern, a motif that would go on to become synonymous with the Missoni brand across everything from its alluring vintage day dresses and sweaters to its purses, seating and rugs.
Missoni held its first fashion show in Florence in 1967 and caused a bit of a sensation when the models’ Lurex dresses proved translucent under the lights at the Pitti Palace. Scandal aside, the show went down in history as a hit, and the Missonis soon made their debut in the United States with the help of legendary fashion editor Diana Vreeland, who gave the variegated Missoni stripe the Vogue seal of approval, saying, “Who says a rainbow has seven colors? It has many shades.” (It was also Vreeland who reportedly introduced the Missonis to Neiman Marcus president Stanley Marcus, effectively shepherding the brand to the American market.)
Missoni’s many-shaded rainbow would soon become an emblem of the 1970s fashion scene, earning the brand a permanent place in the fashion canon. In 1973, the New York Times proclaimed: “Missoni’s weaved garments have ended up universal materialistic trifles, as Vuitton sacks and Gucci shoes.”
The brand branched into the home market in 1983, with Rosita overseeing this new venture, Missoni Home, which included furniture, textiles and accessories. Daughter Angela succeeded her mother at the helm of the brand, where she served as creative director until 2021 and is currently president; her brother Luca is CEO, while her daughter Margherita was creative director of M Missoni, a modestly priced offshoot that was discontinued in 2021.
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Huge Vintage Missoni 90s Colorful Knit Fringe Zig Zag Oversized Cape Piano Shawl
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous and rare late 1990s MISSONI colorful knit fringe cape wrap shawl ) ! This beauty measures an impressive 60 inches x 60 inches ( 5 feet x 5 feet ). Bright vibrant colors of p...
$93Sale Price|20% Off
Missoni Vintage Men's Cotton Jacket Size 48 Made in Italy Circa 1990s
By Missoni
Located in Capri, IT
Example by Missoni Cotton Jacket totally made in italy Size 48
Missoni Vintage Runway S/S 1991 Silk Floral Sequin Mini Dress, Cardigan Jacket
By Missoni
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Seen on the Missoni Spring/Summer 1991 runway and featured in Elle magazine that March, this vintage silk sequin-embellished piece is a standout from the collection. Crafted from 100...
$317Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1990s Missoni Women's Brown Wool Jacket, Italian Size 42
By Missoni
Located in Capri, IT
Missoni brown wool jacket Missoni totally made in italy wool jacket italian size 42
Multicolor jacquard knit cape MISSONI
By Missoni
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Multicolor jacquard knit cape. Knit composition: 48% acrylic, 45% wool 6% rayon. ONE SIZE
Missoni cardigan cape-style
By Missoni
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
MISSONI - (Made in Italy) Multicolored mesh cape-style cardigan. Size label missing, it fits a 36FR/38FR/40FR/42/44FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 110 cm SK...
UNWORN Missoni Multicolor Crochet Knit Jacket Blazer Cardigan Coat with Belt 38
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning summer coat by MISSONI - impossible to find! Multicolored silk knit coat with a double-breasted hidden press stud fastening front. This Missoni coat has long elasticate...
Missoni Knit Blouson Jacket
By Missoni
Located in New York, NY
Missoni, neutral toned, wool knit, blouson jacket ,having a middle front zipper closure with a high collar , ribbed cuffs and hem, and vertical hidden side pockets. C. 1970's.
MISSONI Gold and Cream Metallic Houndstooth Stretch Blazer Size 40
By Missoni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Missoni blazer is composed of a gold and cream metallic knit with a houndstooth pattern. There are center front button closures with front pockets....
Vintage Missoni Jacket in Butterfly Print
By Missoni Brown label, Missoni
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage jacket by Missoni , mainline . The jacket has a blue background with an attractive butterfly print. It has a three button opening, sm...
Missoni Contemporary Black and White Long Coat Size 38 for Women
By Missoni
Located in Capri, IT
Missoni black and White coat size 38 totally made in Italy
Missoni Turquoise Puffa Jacket
By Missoni, M Missoni
Located in London, GB
A fun jacket for Spring by Missoni M. In a bright turquoise colour with colourful lining., the jacket has a front zip opening , two zip pockets at the front and popper cuffs and col...
$230Sale Price|20% Off
Missoni 1990s Grey Multicolored Wool Jacket Size 46 Fits Like 42
By Missoni
Located in Capri, IT
Missoni grey multicoloured wool jacket totally made in italy in size 46 but fits smaller like a 42
MISSONI white & multicolour viscose HOODED KNIT Coat Jacket 42 M
By Missoni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Missoni knit cardigan in stretchy light blue, pink, white and yellow viscose (97%) and polyester (3%). Features a hood in similar pattern and opens with strangles arou...
Missoni Brown Label, Sky Blue and Brown Jacket
By Missoni Brown label, Missoni
Located in London, GB
A great jacket for Spring by Missoni main line. The jacket is in a lovely combination of sky blue and brown, is double breasted and has a pocket on either side. Measurements
$216Sale Price|20% Off
MISSONI Size 38 Brown Black Glenplaid Virgin Wool Oversized Sport Coat
By Missoni
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage MISSONI UOMO oversized sport coat in a brown and black virgin wool fabric featuring a glenplaid pattern, notch lapel, ventless back, and double button closure. Made in Italy....
$301Sale Price|21% Off
Missoni Vintage Green Unisex Jacket Circa 1980s Made in Italy Size 44
By Missoni
Located in Capri, IT
Missoni Green Jacket Totally made in italy in italian size range 44
$899Sale Price|43% Off
NEW Missoni Multicolor Crochet Knit Cropped Jacket Blazer 40
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning jacket by MISSONI - impossible to find! Such a versatile piece - wear it with your favorite pair of jeans, dress, skirt, bodysuit… Cropped sleeves Closes with hidden butt...
Avant Garde 1990s Krizia Metallic Asymmetrical Vintage 90s Silk Skirt Suit
By Krizia
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde early 90s KRIZIA asymmetrical silk skirt suit ! Features warm hues of hunter green, brown, tan and ivory throughout. Asymmetrical hem on the jacket and each collar. Singl...
1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Brown Wool Peasant Style Jacket with Woven Trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
YSL Yves Saint Laurent brown wool jacket with front patch pockets and woven braid trim along the collar, placket, cuffs, shoulders and the tops of the pockets. Buttons up the front w...
Stephen Sprouse 1988 Andy Warhol Camouflage Jacket
By Stephen Sprouse
Located in Oakland, CA
Stephen Sprouse 1988 Andy Warhol camouflage print blazer jacket. 100% cotton, tagged size 42. This style of Stephen Sprouse jacket has been shown at the New York Metropolitan Museu...
$1,297
Size: 44 IT / 40 D / 12 GB / 10 USA
A/W 1988-89 Moschino Cheap & Chic Off-White Laurel Design Padded Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Munich, DE
Early Moschino pieces designed by Franco Moschino himself – often referred to as Italian fashion's "enfant terrible" – within the short period when he launched the House of Moschino ...
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label S/S 1999 Tweed Wool Tailored Princess Coat Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label S/S 1999 Tweed Wool Tailored Princess Coat Jacket Circa: Spring / Summer 1999 Label(s): Vivienne Westwood Red Label Style: Tailored prince...
Gucci Tom Ford leather jacket
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Eivissa, ES
A stunning piece from the Tom Ford era at Gucci, this black leather jacket is the perfect blend of elegance and boldness. Crafted from premium leather, it features a sharp, structur...
Chanel New 05A 2005 Camellia Runway jacket Coat CC Logo Black FR 38
By Chanel
Located in Merced, CA
Chanel runway jacket Chanel fall 2005 runway collection. It adorned with Camellia throughout and interlocking CC logo buttons. It is new.
$1,250
Size: fits an XS-M (see measurements)
1977 YVES SAINT LAURENT silk Batik printed quilted RUNWAY jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare silk batik quilted jacket from Yves Saint Laurent’s Spring/Summer 1977 ready-to-wear collection, “Les Espagnoles et les Romantiques,” exactly as seen on the runway. Designed in ...
Trompe L'oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous beige and black cotton trompe l'oeil trench coat jacket from Japanese designers Naoki Ichihara, Tadanao Yamashita and Shingo Otsuka for TALK ABOUT ...
1920's Sequined Flapper Capelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare and hard-to-find garment, this fantastic mid 20’s Art-Deco evening cape will go with just about everything ! Made of black tulle and thousands of hand-sewn sparkling silver sequ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Gray Check Fringe Jacket Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 1999 “The Overlook” Designer: Alexander McQueen ...
1970s East West Musical Instruments Rodeo Western Leather Jacket
By East West Musical Instruments Company
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage 1970s East West Musical Instruments leather jacket, this model is called the "Rodeo". The jacket is tagged size 7. Good vintage condition with light wear MEAUSUREMENTS: S...
MISSONI Vintage Sequin Embellished Cardigan Blazer
By Missoni
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Missoni Vintage Size IT42 Excellent condition, no flaws to note Adjustable ties Fringe at wrists FINAL SALE
Missoni silver/grey zig zag knit blazer jacket
By Missoni
Located in London, GB
Classic, timeless Missoni knit blazer jacket. Bought for £1300 and new with tags. Made from silver grey and taupe grey rayon and wool with signature texture zig zag weave, it has a s...
MISSONI Size 4 Charcoal & Silver Knitted Wool Blend Jacket
By Missoni
Located in San Francisco, CA
MISSONI jacket comes in a charcoal & silver knitted wool featuring a high collar, long sleeves, slit pockets, and a hook & loop closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition....
MISSONI Size 8 Black & Grey Knitted Wool Blend Jacket
By Missoni
Located in San Francisco, CA
MISSONI jacket comes in a black & grey knitted wool featuring a high collar, ribbed hem, slit pockets, and a button closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: ...
MISSONI Size 38 Black & Blue Single Breasted Textured Sport Coat
By Missoni
Located in San Francisco, CA
MISSONI sport coat comes in a black & blue textured material featuring a notch lapel, patch pockets, and a two button closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked:...
Missoni Quilted Nylon Puffer Jacket Size EU 34
By Missoni
Located in Amman, JO
Missoni Quilted Nylon Puffer Jacket, Features black padded design, front zip fastening, two side pockets, long sleeves and a removable hood. Material: 100% Polyester Size: EU 34 / R...
Missoni Fringe Trimmed Wool Jacket
By Missoni
Located in London, GB
Missoni Fringe Trimmed Wool Jacket Multicoloured knitted jacket designed with fringe trims. Detailed with button centre closure, notched collar and slit pockets at waist. Size – 4...
MISSONI black & gold wool ZIGZAG SOFT Blazer Jacket 40 S
By Missoni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Missoni zig zag soft knit blazer in black and taupe wool (60%) and rayon (40%). Features long sleeves and sewn shut patch pockets on the front. Opens with two buttons ...
MISSONI green viscose CHEVRON KNIT Blazer Jacket 40 S
By Missoni
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Missoni classic crochet-knit blazer in green missing tag (probably rayon and wool) with long sleeves, two patch pockets in the front. Closes with two buttons in the fr...
Missoni Vintage Multicolor Oversized Coat
By Missoni
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Give it up for the most amazing vintage Missoni coat! From the 1980's, in great condition, this is ready for a new home. This highly textured and ultra-plush coat...
Superbe MISSONI Gold Metallic Soft Crochet Knit Dress Vest Jacket Blazer 40
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning knit jacket by MISSONI - impossible to find! Such a versatile piece - wear it with your favorite pair of jeans, dress, skirt, bodysuit… or as a dress Lapel collar Gold-met...
UNWORN Missoni Metallic Soft Blue Crochet Knit Jacket Blazer 38
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning jacket by MISSONI - impossible to find! Such a versatile piece - wear it with your favorite pair of jeans, dress, skirt, bodysuit… Lapel collar Closes with one double butt...