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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1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Rainbow Car Wash Fringe Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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 Two side...
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...
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Colourful Jigsaw Puzzle Crop Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
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
1990s Vintage Moschino Cheap & chic red blazer jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
1990s Vintage Moschino Cheap & chic red blazer jacket, in a bright red with black velvet buttons collar and pockets. Condition : Excellent Vintage Condition - Fully lined - Made i...
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....
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic yellow black red and white lucky rayon jacket 44
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic yellow black red and white lucky rayon jacket 44 Shows signs of use and age marked size 44 italian sizing totally made in italy
1992 Ab Fab Franco Moschino Vintage Colourful Satin Jigsaw Puzzle Bomber Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
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...
Moschino Vintage 1990s Red + Black Color Block Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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 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
Vintage 1990s Moschino Black and White Crop Velcro Closure Blazer Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a vintage Moschino "Cheap and Chic" black crop blazer jacket with adjustable velcro closures at the shoulders and waist, 5-button front. The jacket is composed of rayon (52%...
1990's Moschino Cheap and Chic Color Block Puzzle Jacket The Nanny
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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...
1990's MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Plain Red Heart Double Breasted Blazer - Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous 1990's MOSCHINO 'Cheap & Chic' Plain Red Double Breasted Blazer - Jacket Features; Heart detailed buttons on the front, pockets at the hips, 3/4 bracelet length sleeves,...
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...
1990's Colourful Cheap & Chic Franco Moschino Blazer Vintage Rainbow Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
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 Cheap & Chic Peace Sign Studded Belted Black Leather Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Moschino Cheap & Chic Peace Sign Studded Black Leather Jacket is a bold, statement-making piece that combines edgy fashion with playful symbolism. Crafted from high-quality black...
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic nature friendly 20th Century fashion blazer size42
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic nature friendly 20th Century fashion blazer size42 Beige blazer by Moschino totally made in Italy with friendly garments and embellished with woods bottons
Moschino Vintage 90s Black Blazer Jacket with Novelty "Thimble" Buttons
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sparks, NV
Double breasted blazer jacket with unique novelty buttons shaped like sewing thimbles. By Moschino. Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Shoulder Pads Sewn Into Lining Front B...
1992-1993 Moschino Cheap & Chic iconic blazer
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
This piece is one of a kind as it is part of the iconic fall/winter 1992/1993 collection. Seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom The Nanny. The jacket is a truly spectacular...
Cheap and Chic by Moschino vintage strings Vest
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Carnate, IT
CHEAP AND CHIC BY MOSCHINO VEST. Amazing vintage item. In acetate and rayon. Particular detail of strings. Italian size 42. Shoulders 27 cm ...
Moschino 1990s Cheap & Chic Vintage Polka Dot Blazer Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
From the 1990s Moschino collection. This jacket is designed out of rayon fabric with polka dot prints throughout and has a yellow silk lining. It features red, yellow, blue, and gree...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Houndstooth Question Mark Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap & Chic black and white wool houndstooth jacket with a whimsical black velvet question mark detail. Size: US size 10 Condition: In excellent condition. Wear consisten...
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic Iconic U.S.A flag rayon jacket size 40
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic Iconic U.S.A flag rayon jacket size 40 Usa flag embellished with buttons totally made in italy
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic multicoloured jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic multicoloured jacket totally made in italy in size 46 it
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic dart board rayon blazer jacket size S
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic dart board rayon blazer jacket size S Moschino multicoloured jacket totally made in italy It was exhibit at the Mint Museum in December 2015 Viva Moschin...
Leopard print Single breasted jacket with embroideries MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leopard print Single breasted jacket with thread flower embroideries. Main fabric composition: 44% rayon, 56% cotton. Acetate & rayon lining. Button closure on the middle front an...
Moschino Cheap and Chic Midnight Blue Directions Jacket 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic jacket is a unique piece, featuring a striking navigation pattern reminiscent of a compass rose. The Midnight blue fabric is accented with green s...
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...
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...
Vintage MOSCHINO "WHICH WITCH" Black Velvet Blazer Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO "WHICH WITCH" Black Velvet Blazer Jacket Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic. - Black velvet blazer/ jacket with pointed asymmetrical cut at the hem....
Moschino Cheap and Chic jacket in yellow wool with yin-yang buttons, 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
A rare archival piece by Moschino Cheap and Chic, dating back to the iconic 1990s, this yellow bouclé wool short jacket is a perfect example of the brand's ironic and sophisticated s...
MOSCHINO Printed Vest Jacket with Trompe-l’Œil Motif 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Genève, CH
This stunning vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic jacket features an amazing photo print of a nocturnal cityscape under dramatic lightning with the supersized slogans "MOTION" and "ENE...
Pastel sequin iridescent cardigan Moschino Cheap & Chic
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pastel iridescent sequin cardigan
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Cloud Sky Printed Blazer
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Concord, NC
1990's Moschino Cheap & Chic vintage cloud sky printed blazer. Wooden angel cherub buttons. Made in Italy. 100% wool. Size: US size 6 Condition: In excellent condition throughout ...
Archival 1990's Moschino Cheap & Chic Teddy Bear Hooded Bomber Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Super Rare and Archival Vintage 1990's Franco Moschino 'CHEAP & CHIC' label Teddy Bear face hooded bomber jacket. This is the Original version of the highly copied jacket, resu...
Faux fur single breasted jacket with leopard print Moschino Cheap & Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Faux fur single breasted jacket with leopard print. The fabric composition tag is no longer legible but the faux fur is probably polyester and the lining in rayon. Button and button...
Moschino Cheap and Chic black jacket with vintage laces from the 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Genova, IT
Moschino Cheap and Chic vintage jacket from the '90s ABOUT Black women's jacket by Cheap and Chic by Moschino, a vintage piece from the 1990s. A structured, buttonless jacket featu...
Franco Moschino Sunset Ombré paint stroke newspaper print Blazer - Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990's Franco Moschino 'CHEAP & CHIC' Blazer with Sunset coloured Ombré 'paint-stroke' pattern through out. MADE IN ITALY. The Jacket features an oversized boxy silhouette with long ...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic red black "Stop the corrida system" vest size 50
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic red black corrida vest size 50 Moschino vest totally made in Italy in size 50
Moschino Cheap and Chic Gunmetal Silk Polka Dot Puff Sleeve Jacket US 12 Italy
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic preowned Moschino jacket from the late 2000s, produced for the house’s iconic Cheap and Chic line. Crafted in Italy from luminous gunmetal-silver silk adorned with bold bla...
Padded jacket with hood /collar and leopard print MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Padded jacket with hood and leopard print. Outside fabric composition and lining: 85% polyester, 15% nylon. Padding composition: 100% polyester. Raglan sleeve. Drawstring around the...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic multicoloured silk vest size 50
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic multicoloured silk rayon vest size 50 totally made in italy
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC Bicycle Buttons Novelty Cropped Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC Bicycle Buttons Novelty Cropped Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Sho...
Moschino Cheap and Chic Pink Short Jacket Let's Twist Again 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Genova, IT
Moschino Let's Twist Again pink jacket 1990s ABOUT In a flicker of genius, Moschino revisits the classic bon ton ladies' jacket with great irony with this jacket: the pockets are d...
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC Brown Velvet Bows Plaid Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC Brown Velvet Bows Plaid Jacket Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic. - Brown plaid jacket/ blazer with velvet collar and big bow accent...
Cotton and silk jacket with leopard print MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton and silk jacket with leopard print. Main fabric composition: 60% silk, 40% cotton. Lining composition: acetate. Very thin shoulder pad. Pocket on both side. Zip closure on th...
1990’s Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Pop Art Blazer
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Concord, NC
1990’s Moschino Cheap and Chic vintage blazer. This novelty printed blazer features a Andy Warhol inspired colorful pop art design. Gold buttons. Size: No size tag, refer to measu...
Vintage MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic Franco Moschino Profile Button Cropped Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic Big Franco Moschino Profile Button Cropped Blazer Jacket Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO COUTURE from 1989. - Black boxy, cropped and openwork ja...
Moschino 1997 Cheap & Chic 'Recipe' Watercolor Stripe Print Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Oakland, CA
A vintage women's jacket from the 90s by Moschino for the Cheap and Chic line. In a rayon fabric that is woven in a way that it feels like linen and has watercolor inspired stripes i...
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic Brown suede hearts jacket size S
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic Brown suede hearts jacket size S Totally made in Italy
Moschino Cheap and Chic "The Nanny" Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
Rare Moschino Cheap and Chic Union Jack jacket, seen in the the show "the Nanny". . 90s vibe . Crop Cut Fits S Flat measurements : Pit to pit : 40cm Breast : 90cm Total Length : 4...
Moschino Cheap and Chic Red Gold jewelry bottons Bomber jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino Cheap and Chic Red Gold jewelry bottons Bomber jacket totally made in italy in size M
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC Jeweled Buttons Cavalier Military Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC Jeweled Buttons Cavalier Military Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 16.33 inches (41.5 cm) Sleeves: 24.80 ...
Beige cotton safari jacket with pockets and belt Moschino Cheap&Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige cotton safari jacket with pockets and belt . SIZE 46 (It) 42 (Fr) nut fit more likely M
Moschino Heart Vest circa 1990s
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Super fun button down wool vest from Moschino's 'Cheap and Chic' line circa 1990s! The large heart motif in the center of the vest is the star of the show and is so fun to play around with unbuttoning! The back of the vest creates a contrast with a satin striped fabric and an adjustable belt style feature to flatter your figure. Style this over top of a white Miu Miu button down, a pleated Prada skirt and red YSL heel...
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC Cosmetic Applique Houndstooth Tweed Blazer Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC Cosmetic Applique Houndstooth Tweed Blazer Jacket Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic. - Gray and black houndstooth wool jacket with per...
Moschino Cheap and Chic Jacket Nature Friendly Garment vintage 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Genova, IT
Moschino Nature Friendly Garment Jacket ABOUT Rare Moschino jacket from the Nature Friendly Garment collection from the early 1990s. This line, strongly desired and loved by Franco...