One name that all vintage experts agree is synonymous with camp is Franco Moschino. By the time he launched a diffusion line called Moschino Cheap and Chic, the late designer had already spent several years shocking and titillating the fashion elite with his whimsical, irreverent parodies of bourgeois finery.
The Moschino story begins in the early 1980s, when Franco Moschino (1950–94), a freelance magazine illustrator and Gianni Versace collaborator, founded a label in Italy whose ethos was all about having fun.
Moschino initially pursued a degree in painting at Milan's Brera Academy of Fine Arts during the late 1960s, turning to freelance illustration to help pay his way through school. He found inspiration in Pop art, Dadaism and bold graphics. During the 1970s, he began to work for Gianni Versace’s now-legendary house as a sketcher and freelanced as a clothing designer with other fashion labels. In 1983, encouraged by Versace, he launched his own extravagant and excessive couture collection.
Moschino's expertly tailored, vibrant designs for casual wear and more, each adorned with loud, playful details, spoofed the chic high fashion of the day, and Franco's close relationship with fine art — as well as his eye for innovation — welcomed comparisons to Elsa Schiaparelli over the years. The label’s work essentially mocked the industry even as its hand fed Moschino, with the founder emblazoning shirts with slogans such as “Good taste doesn’t exist” or embroidering jackets with the phrase “Waist of money,” while the theatrical shows were positioned with an undercurrent of critique.
Today, the Metropolitan Museum of Art holds two vintage Moschino handbags in its collection: one shaped like a milk carton and the other an iron.
“Under all the surface witticisms, [Moschino] had a serious knack for running class pieces through a wringer of irony or Surrealism,” observed Vogue. “Chanel-isms were his favorite trope, though he also poked fun at Jean Paul Gaultier’s lingerie dressing and put out pasta bags in a parody of the Prada accessories craze.”
Accessories, jeans and the first men’s collection were presented at the Regal Palace in Milan in 1985, with his Moschino Jeans womenswear collection following in 1986. Then Moschino released Moschino for Women, its first fragrance, the next year in Europe.
In 1988, long before brands had considered the concept of a spin-off, Moschino bowed its cheeky diffusion line for men and women, Moschino Cheap and Chic, during the shows in Milan. The label thrived, adding its first stores in Italy and campaigning for eco-friendly fur. Its retrospective-slash-fashion show “X Years of Kaos” in the early 1990s benefited a children’s AIDS organization.
After Moschino’s untimely death at the age of 44 from AIDS complications, Rossella Jardini, his longtime friend and colleague, took the reins. She carried the torch for nearly 20 years, adding eyewear, watches and jewelry. American designer Jeremy Scott was named creative director in 2013.
Scott, who grew up on a farm and once unveiled a collection of evening dresses charred with burn marks, imbues all his work with a message of inclusion, be it his Fast Food collection in 2014 (hot dog dress included) or Moschino Barbie.
“I don’t care if the critics don’t like me,” Scott told Vogue. “I want to be the people’s designer, like Diana was the people’s princess.”
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Moschino Vintage Black Cut Out Bow Tie Mini Dress, 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage Moschino mini dress with a cut out bow tie detail. Sleeveless sleeves and mini length. Details: Unlined Rear Zip Closure Marked Size: Unmarked Estimated Size...
Faux fur single breasted coat with animal pattern MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Faux fur single breasted coat with animal pattern; Main fabric composition: 67% rayon, 33% polyester. Printed lining composition: 100% rayon Shoulder pad. Button and buttonhole closu...
Moschino Vintage 1990s Red + Black Color Block Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage two-tone color block jacket in red and black by Cheap and Chic by Moschino. Fully lined with front button closure. Velcro closure at collar and on sides. Fabric: 52% Rayon/ 4...
MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Purple Shift Dress with Snake Sequin Collar
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Fun vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic shift dress. Crafted in a purple cloth, with vibrant green sequin appliqué Snake draped around the collar. The dress features a fitted silhoue...
S/S 2006 Moschino Cheap & Chic Pasta Printed Silk Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap and Chic pasta printed dress from the Spring/Summer 2006 collection. This midi dress features a whimsical all-over print with farfalle, penn...
Pink terry cloth bustier cocktail dress MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink terry cloth bustier cocktail dress . Main fabric composition: 70% cotton, 15% rayon, 12% nylon, 3% other fiber. Lining ( only inside the top edge) 85% rayon, 15% stretch. Off-w...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Piano Dress as seen on The Nanny
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap and Chic shift dress with novelty piano key hem. As seen on Fran Dresher in “The Nanny”. Concealed back zip. Size: US size 8 Condition: In excellent condition Measu...
Satin and chiffon bustier top MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Satin and chiffon bustier top . Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. SIZE 38/M
Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful dress with a bit of stretch from Moschino. It is is sleeveless with a crew neck and incredible brightly colored shapes each individually sewn together comprising...
Moschino Question Mark Sweater
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool sweater adorned with a large question mark in the front. It has long cuffed sleeves, a crew neck and a large mixed metal question mark comprised of silver sequ...
Moschino Color Block Skirt Suit with Emoji Buttons
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece skirt suit from Moschino. The front of both pieces is comprised of an array of different color and shapes assembled to form a beautiful patchwork. The jacket has...
Moschino Cheap and Chic burgundy wool jacket with contrasting piping, '9s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Elegant Moschino Cheap and Chic jacket in pure virgin wool, made in Italy by Aeffe. A garment with a tailored cut, typical of the fashion house's ironic and refined style in the 1990...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Avant Garde Vintage 90s Little Black Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic, with an edge 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC little black dress! Features a fitted tailored bodice with black rosettes and appliqués on left waist. Flirty skirt can accomodate...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Orange + White Gingham Bodycon 90s Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 90s MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC orange and white gingham asymmetrical bodcon dress! Features a vibrant orange, mixed with white. Short sleeves features perforated cut-outs o...
Moschino Cheap & Chic 2000s Size 10 No Bones About It Black White Skeleton Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic early 2000s black and white novelty skeleton print dress ! Easy shift silhouette looks great on any shape. Soft lightweight rayon fabric that is fully...
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Rainbow Car Wash Fringe Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic show stopping 1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic rainbow striped car wash jacket. As seen on Fran Dresher in “The Nanny”. This jacket features vivid rainbow stripes that differ in ...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Vegetable Jacket as seen on the Nanny
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap & Chic plaid wool vegetable blazer as seen on Fran Dresher on the sitcom "The Nanny". Features embroidered appliqués of a snow pea, tomato, eggplant, & carrot ...
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Colourful Jigsaw Puzzle Crop Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superbly tailored early 1990’s Cheap and Chic by Franco Moschino Jigsaw puzzle Jacket, carefully crafted from colourful wool panels and featuring a cropped silhouette with long sleev...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 4 Khaki Beige Flower Print Vintage 90s Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Adorable 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC khaki / beige sleeveless babydoll dress! Features embroidered flowers throughout, with a chic bow detail at upper waist. Hidden zipper up the sid...
Moschino Cheap and Chic 1990s Vintage Red Dot Jacket Size 46 Unisex
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino red dot jacket size 46 black and white dots, black neck red tone jacket totally made in italy in size M
Rare & Iconic 1990's Moschino Cheap & Chic Label Blazer - Vintage Mens Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Truly Rare & Iconic, Original 1990's Moschino Cheap & Chic 'Label' Blazer by Franco Moschino, The Jacket is crafted from hundreds of individual labels patchworked together....
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Tartan Plaid High Waisted Shorts - Hot Pants
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fun 1990’s Cheap & Chic by Franco Moschino tartan high waisted, tailored shorts. Crafted from a 100% Pure Wool plaid fabric and fully lined in black Ra...
Black wool blazer with black velvet buttons and flap pocket Moschino Cheap&Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool blazer with black velvet buttons and flap pocket. No fabric tag for lining but probably rayon. Shoulder-pads, cut-work, pockets, Split middle back ( length= 19 cm) SIZE 36...
1980's Moschino Black Leather Pencil Skirt with Gold Thimble decoration Tassels
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 1980's MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Black Leather Pencil Skirt with Gold Thimble decoration Tassels around the hem and 2 zip pockets at the waist. The skirt has an additional spare thimbl...
Moschino Jacket with Elaborate Applique
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous navy wool jacket from Moschino with red grosgrain applique in abstract patterns front, back and along the sleeves. It has a navy velvet rounded lapel collar plus heart an...
Beige double breasted trench-coat MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige double breasted trench-coat with ruffles on the bottom. Main fabric composition: 80% cotton, 20% burlap. Satin lining. Fabric belt which can be tied on the front or on the bac...
MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Antique Newspaper print 1990s Off white velvet shift dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Beautiful Antique Newspaper print shift dress by Moschino Cheap & Chic, Circa Mid 1990's. Concealed zip up back. Fully lined. Classic Shift Dress shape. Pit to Pit; 18.5” Nape ...
Vintage Moschino 1990's Fun Yellow & Black Shadow Print Mini Pencil skirt
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Fun 1990's Yellow & Black Pencil skirt by MOSCHINO's Cheap & Chic Label ! Featuring a shadow silhouette print, high waisted fit and above the knee length hem. The dress clo...
1992 Ab Fab Franco Moschino Vintage Colourful Satin Jigsaw Puzzle Bomber Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Iconic, Vintage 'Cheap & Chic' 1992 Moschino Puzzle Jacket in Vibrant shades and Colours designed by Franco Moschino. Famously worn by Jennifer Saunders...
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Red White Green Striped Cotton Tea - Sun Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sweet 1990’s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic Tea dress in striped cotton in greens, whites and reds, featuring a sweetheart collar line, fitted waist and knee length hem. The dressed close...
Grey wool skirt suit MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey wool skirt suit. Rayon lining. Branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front , on the pocket and on the cuffs. Half-belt on the middle back + button. SIZE 42 (It) 8...
Las Vegas MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Roulette Darts Print 1990s Mini shift Dress
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sheffield, GB
Las Vegas MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Roulette Darts Print 1990s Mini shift Dress A Loud franco Moschino ‘Cheap & Chic’ roulette print mini dress in off white, yellow and red tones. MADE ...
Moschino Silk Color Block Maxi Skirt
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous patchwork silk skirt in greens, pinks, red and brown from Moschino. It is work intensive with dozens of 1 1/2 X 1 1/2" squares joined together forming the front of the sk...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Spring/Summer 2001 Tiffany Blue Lace Overlay Midi Skirt
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
From Moschino Cheap & Chic's Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this midi skirt layers delicate ecru floral lace over a powder blue silk-effect lining — creating a soft, romantic contras...
MOSCHINO cheap & chic Pastel Pink & Black Coquette Bustier - Corset Top
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
MOSCHINO cheap & chic Pastel Pink & Black Coquette Bustier - Corset Top Features - Black ruffled mesh frill detailing, Bow at the front, squared collar line, concealed zip up back an...
Moschino New Dress with Petal Skirt
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light weight red wool dress from Moschino. It has a V neckline, scoop back and an A line skirt completely adorned in rows of overlapping individual fabric petals. It is f...
Moschino Cheap and Chic vintage '90s drawstring jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Genova, IT
Moschino vintage '90s jacket with laces ABOUT Vintage 1990s Cheap and Chic by Moschino black women's jacket. A structured, buttonless jacket featuring corset-style details with int...
Moschino Halter Tuxedo Jumpsuit
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black halter jumpsuit from Moschino. It is double breasted with 6 buttons matching the satin peak lapels and hip pocket flaps. Semi f...
Moschino pink jacket with daisy lining 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Genova, IT
Moschino pink jacket with daisy lining 1990s ABOUT Iconic and bon-ton this 1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic jacket tells the story of fashion according to Franco Moschino. The jacket ...
MOSCHINO 90's Iconic and rare Cheap and Chic harlequin vest
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Milano, MILANO
90's iconic and rare Cheap and Chic harlequin vest by Moschino Tassels at hem Golden ball button 79% acetate 21% rayon
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Black Size 6 Chiffon Paillettes Sequin Vintage Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Super stylish never worn late 1990s / 90s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic black silk chiffon dress! This beauty is embellshed with thousands of hand-sewn black iridescent paillettes in a var...
2000's MOSCHINO Giant iridescent Sequin Sparkly Tank Top & Skirt Set
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
An early 2000's MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Set consisting of a crazy shimmering sequin covered Tank vest, complete with a mid rise, past the knee matching sequin skirt in shades of green, pearlescent white and iridescent lilac ! MADE IN ITALY. Measurements are provided in Inches. The Garment is stretchy. Top Sizing : Pit to Pit: 16" upto 18'' Nape to Hem: 21'' Skirt Sizing : Waist : 27" Length :24" Recommended Size: UK 6-8 Condition - 10/10 This is Set is Unworn Deadstock and comes with Original tags, Dustbag and both garments on original Moschino Hangers.
Moschino Pearl Collar Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fitted little black jersey dress from Moschino. It has cut in shoulders and a large pearl necklace collar. It is fully lined, has a ...
Moschino Cotton Linen Blend Jacket with Lace Appliques
By Love Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in New York, NY
Moschino Cotton Linen Blend Jacket with Lace Appliques from the 2000's. Sand toned cropped jacket with straight cut, covered with lace appliques and cotton trim lace. The lace is att...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 2000s Size 6 Silk Chiffon Watercolor Print Blouse
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty early 2000s MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk chiffon semi sheer wrap blouse and matching silk cami. Vibrant colors of purple, fuchsia, burgundy, green and blue. Attached tie at cent...
Pink skirt-suit with cabochons and ribbons embellishment Moschino Cheap and Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink skirt-suit with cabochons, sequins, ribbons embellishment and Top-stitched gros-grain. Branded lining.
Moschino 1990's Black Crepe Life Preserver Midi Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A playful and fabulous 1990's Moschino piece from the Cheap and Chic label. The life preserver element echos the iconic 1989 "Cruise Me Baby" collection. The inner tube still inflate...
1990's Colourful Cheap & Chic Franco Moschino Blazer Vintage Rainbow Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Superb, fun early nineties Franco Moschino colourful blazer jacket from the iconic 'Cheap & Chic' line ! MADE IN ITALY. Features; Peace shaped Buttons down the front, Vibrant Ora...
Moschino Letter Applique Skirt Suit
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous skirt suit from Moschino in black and white. The blazer style jacket is semi fitted with rounded lapels and closing with 3 self covered ...
1980s Moschino Cheap & Chic Bullseye Black and White Size 8 Vintage Tunic Dress
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 80s MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic black and white / ivory novelty bulls eye print Size 8 Rayon slouchy shirt tunic / mini dress ! Features fabric covered but...
1990s Moschino Cheap and ChickColor Block Crayola Double Breasted Blazer size 44
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap and ChickColor Block Crayola Double Breasted Blazer size 44 Amazing vintage Moschino "Cheap & Chic" color block doubled breasted blazer, in a 'crayola' theme. Ea...
Black stretch lace tunique with fringes on the front MOSCHINO CHEAP &CHIC
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black stretch lace tunique with fringes on the front . Main fabric composition: 82% nylon, 18% stretch. 2nd fabric composition (collar) 79% acetate, 21% rayon Button covered with fa...
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Velvet Bow Embellished Crop Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Velvet Bow Embellished Crop Jacket A Moschino Cheap & Chic jacket, Circa 1990. In all black, featuring hundreds of intricately sewn black bows, lon...
Moschino C&C Shearling and Leather Jacket with Faux Pearl Buttons - 8
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Moschino Cheap & Chic ivory shearling jacket (sheep fur from Spain) and is fully trimmed in 1.75" black leather trim throughout the jacket with 4 large pearl buttons down the fr...
Moschino Color Block Skirt Suit
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red light weight wool skirt suit from Moschino. The hip length jacket closes off center with 5 pearl buttons and 2 pockets on one side above one another with the words 'Le...
Moschino Color Block Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black and off white dress from Moschino. The sleeveless semi fitted dress has an off white peter pan collar and large front patch pockets wit...
1990's Moschino Cheap and Chic Color Block Puzzle Jacket The Nanny
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Concord, NC
Unique 1990's Moschino Cheap and Chic vintage puzzle jacket featuring a color-block design in vibrant shades of yellow, orange, green and pink. As see...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Spring/Summer 2006 Leopard Print Bustier Dress — Red Trim
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
From Moschino Cheap & Chic's Spring/Summer 2006 collection, this flirtatious bustier midi dress is crafted in 100% cotton featuring a bold all-over leopard print. The sweetheart neck...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Spring/Summer 1997 Runway Rainbow Stripe Knit Maxi Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
Confirmed runway piece from Moschino Cheap & Chic's Spring/Summer 1997 collection. Sleeveless bodycon maxi dress in a bold graduated rainbow stripe knit — fine multicolor stripes at ...
Met Museum Moschino Cheap and Chic 1990s Vintage Women's Art Is Love Mini Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
Met Museum wrote this about this amazing unique dress: Self-described “fashion philosopher” and “half tailor and half artist,” Franco Moschino eschewed the traditional labels associa...