The story of Moschino and Moschino Couture 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 Trompe L'oeil Brick Print Dress 1990s
By Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A clever simple sleeveless dress from Moschino Couture in a Trompe l'oeil brick print. It is sleeveless, with a crew neckline and is covered in the brick print. It is fully lined an...
Moschino Couture! S/S RTW Rare Color Block Shop Tag Dress, 1996
By Moschino Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare Moschino Couture dress from the Spring 1996 Ready-To-Wear collection. Classic color-blocking with a sprinkling of kitsch. The off-white scoop neck bodice is met just above the...
1990's MOSCHINO Couture Love Boat Off white Cropped Jacket with Ship embroidery
By Moschino Couture, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Superb 1990's Vintage MOSCHINO COUTURE Cropped Jacket in an off white shade, featuring embroidered decorative back detail with 'Love Boat' decoration and imagery of a Vintage Ship....
Moschino Couture by Jeremy Scott S/S Sharpie Dress, 2019
By Moschino Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moschino Couture by Jeremy Scott from Spring Summer 2019. Features a black and white sequined pattern with what appears to be "Sharpie sketch" style pink and white sketch detailing, ...
Moschino Couture Dress with Sequin Peace Sign Back
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk halter dress from Moschino Couture. It is a wrap style dress which ties at the waist and has a band of gold sequins around the neck through to the back forming ...
Moschino Couture Cut out Color Block Dress
By Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Moschino Couture in black with off white trim. It is sleeveless with a V neckline, a waist cut out below it and a low cut back, all trimmed in off white. The d...
Multicolor wrap jacket with short sleeve MOSCHINO COUTURE
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Multicolor wrap jacket with short sleeve. Plain fabric composition: 55% acetate, 45% rayon. Striped fabric composition: 100% rayon SIZE L ( the waist size is adjustable)
Moschino rainbow striped jacket vintage 1991
By Moschino Couture
Located in Genova, IT
Moschino rainbow striped jacket vintage 1991 ABOUT Iconic multi-colored striped Moschino jacket, straight from the 1991 Couture show ! The rainbow b...
1990's Moschino Couture Vintage Red Smiley Face Skirt Suit
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
This vintage Moschino Couture red skirt suit is the perfect mix of professional and playful. The jacket features contrasting black piping and a whimsical smiley face on the back. S...
Moschino Couture! Vintage 1990s 90s Cream Blazer or Suit Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous cream jacket with unique buttons and front pockets. By Moschino Couture! Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Shoulder Pads Sewn Into Lining Front Button Closure/ Bu...
Fuchsia pink Moschino Couture cape in virgin wool, Italy, 2000s
By Moschino Couture
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Elegant Moschino Couture cape made of deep fuchsia-colored virgin wool, featuring a clean, architectural silhouette with a discreet closure at the neck. A statement piece, essential ...
Moschino Couture Suit, Humorous Pockets Poke Fun at Chanel Jackets and Skirts
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in New Hope, PA
Franco Moschino designed this navy blue wool suit with the idea that he would poke a little fun at the classic Chanel suit. He has used a similar shape and similar buttons. The humor comes from the pockets. In place of traditional jacket pockets he has designed miniature Chanel...
Moschino Couture Color Block Brick Trompe L'oeil Blazer 1990s
By Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous detailed jacket from Moschino Couture in a colorful silk blend. It has a small lapel collar and button front and cuffs. There is intricate detail in the 3 curved and point...
$575Sale Price|25% Off
Moschino Couture Color Block Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous jacket from Moschino Couture. It is a blazer style jacket with 2 front flap pockets, a breast pocket, a lapel collar and slight shoulder...
$675Sale Price|30% Off
Moschino Couture Embroidered Words Top and Skirt
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
An extraordinary skirt and top set from Moschino Couture in grey with a touch of green jersey. They are simple pieces with intricate detailed at the front and back hemlines comprised...
Moschino Couture Strapless Rosette Dress
By Moschino Couture
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A 1991 Moschino Couture strapless dress crafted in vibrant red fabric, featuring a sculpted boned bodice and soft draping that enhances the silhouette. The design is distinguished by...
1990's Moschino Couture Strapless Neckties Bustier Mini Dress
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Unique 1990's Moschino Couture whimsical vintage black strapless mini dress adorned with overlapping men's silk ties Concealed side zip closure Boned bustier top Strapless neckline M...
Moschino Couture New Graffiti Leggings Pants
By Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous leggings from Moschino Couture. They are fitted, covered in a white graffiti pattern on a black background. and have zippers at the outer ankles of each leg. Fits size Smal...
Moschino Couture Cash Cow Appliqued Cashmere Sweater
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous whimsical off white and black cashmere sweater from Moschino Couture. It has long sleeves, a crew neckline and CASH COW emblazoned in gold capital ...
Black sequin cocktail dress " In Love we trust " MOSCHINO COUTURE
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black sequin cocktail dress " In Love we trust " . Main fabric composition: PVC on nylon base. Lining composition: 83% acetate, 17% silk. Shoulder pad. Zip closure on the middle bac...
Moschino Couture Safari Dress Pokes Fun at the Iconic YSL Safari Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in New Hope, PA
This rare and collectible Moschino Safari dress, designed by Jeremy Scott, was inspired by the Franco Moschino Survival jacket from the 1990's...
Moschino Couture Dress with Hardware
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black light weight wool dress from Moschino Couture adorned with silver metal hardware of varying kinds. It is a sleeveless shift style dress with functional zippers at t...
1980 Moschino Black Cropped Chanel-Styled Jacket w/ Pearl Studded Trim
By Moschino Couture
Located in Gresham, OR
1980 Moschino Couture Black Cropped Chanel-Styled Jacket w/ Three Rows of Pearl Studded Trim: Fully lined. No closures. Size 6
$277Sale Price|61% Off
1990's Vintage Black Moschino Couture jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
1990's Vintage Moschino Couture Black blazer jacket. in perfect condition. Sizes I 42 Fr 38 US 8 UK 10 Measurements : JACKET : Shoulders : 39 cm Waist : 35 cm Sleeves :...
Moschino Couture Vintage Black & White Crochet Bustier Top
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Couture vintage 1990’s black bustier with off white crochet lace appliques. This top features lace overlay, embroidered straps, and a side zipper. Size: US size 12. Condi...
"Bondage" printed cocktail dress MOSCHINO COUTURE
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
"Bondage" printed cocktail dress. Main fabric composition: 100% polyester. Lining composition: 100% rayon. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. Button and buttonh...
Printed padded silk jacket MOSCHINO COUTURE !
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed padded silk jacket. Rib composition: 90% wool, 10% polyester. Branded rayon lining. Pocket on both side with snap closure. One pocket with zip closure on the left sleeve. NEW...
Printed rayon edge to edge quilted jacket MOSCHINO COUTURE
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed rayon edge to edge quilted jacket. Polyester lining. Hidden hook&eye closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side. Shoulder pad. SIZE L
MOSCHINO COUTURE! Multicolored striped sweater
By Moschino Couture
Located in Rubiera, RE
Moschino Couture! Multicolored striped sweater Short-sleeved, button-front sweater with trimmings and small pompoms. Made in Italy Cotton or viscose ???? Flat measures: Length cm. 6...
S/S 1989 MOSCHINO Couture Black Sleeveless Blouse Gold Embroidered Top
By Moschino Couture, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Rare and Fabulous S/S 1989 Moschino Couture sleeveless Blouse featuring gold embroidered logos and lettering with the Iconic Franco-Moschino signature Cow. The Blouse fasten via a ...
Moschino Couture Dress with Question Mark Collar A/W 1998
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black dress encircled around it's V neckline with an off white question mark with the dot of the question mark dangling cleverly below it. The dress has 3/4 length sleeve...
$990Sale Price|25% Off
Moschino Couture pink newsprint jacket with faux pearls smiley face buttons
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Moschino couture pink wool printed with humorous "articles" from an Italian newspaper smiley face newsprint jacket. - Featuring four gold faux pearl "smiley face" buttons...
Moschino Couture! Cruise Me Baby Vintage One Shoulder Black Knit Dress
By Moschino Couture
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic one shoulder little black dress by Moschino Couture! Details: Unlined Side Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: I 42/ D 38/ F 38/ GB 10/ US 8 Color: Black Lab...
Vintage Moschino Couture Size 10 La Porti un Bacione a Firenze Tunic Top Blouse
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage 1990s / 90s MOSCHINO COUTURE novelty black and ivory tunic top! Features the title of the classic song, "La Porti Un Bacione a Firenze," Soft rayon blend. Black panels o...
S/S 2022 Moschino Couture Colourful Cartoon Print One Shoulder Swimming Costume
By Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott
Located in Sheffield, GB
SS/2022 Moschino Couture Colourful Cartoon Print One Shoulder Bathing - Swimming Costume A Fun Moschino Couture bathing suit from the Spring / Summer 2022 Runway Collection. With c...
Franco Moschino Couture 80's Silk Tie Dress
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The is a Moschino Couture made in Milano circa 80's tie dress by Franco Moschino. Fashioned in all silk on a base of deep red silk and overlaid in vint...
Jeremy Scott New Moschino Chocolate Bar Dress
By Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous chocolate brown jersey dress from the whimsical F/W 2014-2015 Collection of Jeremy Scott for Moschino Couture. It is a sleeveless...
1990s Moschino Couture! Fuchsia Vest & Skirt Ensemble
By Moschino Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fun and vibrant Moschino Couture! bright fuchsia ensemble from the 1990s. Ensemble features vest with v neckline, covered buttons and horizontal slit pockets. Skirt is a classic high...
1989 MOSCHINO COUTURE Red Blue Venice Gondolier Jacket Cruise Me Baby Collection
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
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 in 1983 until he passed away in 1994 are sought after and highly collectible. This treasure, like several others that are already available in my shop and more to be listed gradually, comes direct from a German socialite and fashion collector so has not been on the market prior to this. The stunning Spring/Summer 1989 Moschino Couture jacket is part of Franco Moschino's coveted "Cruise me Baby" collection and a wearable collectors item that will only increase in value. Franco Moschino once said in a 1994 interview with British GQ: “Funny clothes have to be extremely well made because that is where you find the chic." This design is a perfect example of his outstanding skills. The spectacular jacket, inside and out, is a love letter to the city of Venice. When designing this jacket Franco Moschino obviously had the typical Venetian gondolier's dress code in mind – a red/white or blue/white striped T-shirt. It captures the fun vibe that Moschino has always represented as a brand. The cropped design features a slightly fitted bodice which is horizontally red/white-striped at front and appliquéd with two black stylized gondola prows, a symbol of Venice, that are not just ornamental but have a hidden meaning. To name just one, the metal lines correspond to the number of the Sestieri (districts) of Venice. Accentuated with gold braiding, the jacket closes with a row of spherical gold metal buttons at center front. The back is monochrome red. The elbow-length sleeves are diagonally Venice-blue/white-striped and showcase wide red gold braided cuffs that are embellished with the winged lion – THE symbol of the Serenissima – holding a book below its paw with the sentence "I ♡ VENICE" written in it. I love that the lining is as beautiful as the outside of the jacket! It features colourful scenes of St. Mark's Square – the Doge's Palace, the Campanile, the two large granite columns, one surmounted by the iconic bronze winged lion sculpture and the other one by St. Theodore of Amasea. How luxurious is that? The matching Moschino Venice...
Vintage Moschino Couture Tree Bark + Hearts 1990s Novelty Flared Hem Trousers
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful vintage 90s MOSCHINO COUTURE brown and black 'tree bark and hearts' printed flared leg pants! Awesome novelty print, with an equally impressive fit! Mid-rise crotch, with f...
MOSCHINO Couture Gold Bustier Corset and Jacket Set Metallic
By Moschino Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous Moschino Couture set of two pieces, jacket and bustier. Sexy metallic gold bustier and fitting jacket, SS 2015 Moschino Couture Collection. The Bustier has a flattering sh...
Moschino Couture Vintage Yellow Checker “Let’s Keep Fashion Tidy” Blazer
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Couture vintage blazer from the 1990’s. Bright yellow blazer featuring a checkerboard sleeve and whimsical buttons that say “Let’s keep fashion tidy” Size: 10 Condition: E...
Red sleeveless cocktail dress with cut-work MOSCHINO COUTURE New
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red sleeveless cocktail dress. Main fabric composition: 89% polyester, 11% polyurethane. Lining composition: 90% acetate, 5% elastane, 5% silk. Gros grain inside along the zip. Invis...
MOSCHINO COUTURE Red Heart Buttons Jacket, 1980s/1990s
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Couture
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 ...
S/S 1989 MOSCHINO COUTURE! "In Love We Trust" Cream Gold & Black Embroidered Top
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
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 ...
Moschino Couture "Heart" blouse
By Moschino Couture
Located in New York, NY
This Moschino Couture black silk short sleeve blouse has cut out "Heart" on both sleeves and a deep sweetheart neckline. The 11" inch hidden zipper is located on the side. The front ...
Vintage Moschino Couture 1993/94 Bustier & Skirt Ensemble
By Moschino Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Moschino Couture "Wham!" ensemble by Franco Moschino that features a button front black wool bustier top with an adjustable back bu...
Black cocktail dress with embroideries flowers appliqué Moschino Couture!
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with embroideries flowers appliqué ( which are made with fabric, glass beads, thread and PVC) Main fabric composition: 64% tri-acetate, 36% polyester. Zip on t...
Moschino Couture - Round Leather Bag + Burnished Bronze Floral Medallions
By Moschino Couture
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: Moschino Couture - Round Leather Bag - Burnished Bronze Floral Medallion Design Throughout - Detachable Strap inc Bronze ‘Moschino’ Logo + Mini Floral Medallion Desi...
Grey & Black Moschino Couture Hoodie Slip Dress
By Moschino Couture
Located in New York, NY
Grey and black long sleeve hoodie slip dress by Moschino Couture. Lace cutout at back. Kangaroo pocket at front. Zip closure at bust. 32" bust, 31" waist, 38" length, 16" shoulder w...
Black top stitched cocktail dress with gold metal chain edge Moschino Couture
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black top stitched cocktail dress with gold metal chain edge. Fabric composition: 64% triacetate, 36% polyester. Lining: 85% rayon, 15% spandex. Zip in the middle back. SIZE 38 (It...
80s Moschino Leather Backpack
By Moschino Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
80s Moschino snake skin leather backpack
Moschino Couture ecru wool bustier tailcoat
By Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott
Located in CANNES, FR
Moschino Couture Ecru wool bustier tailcoat. Size 36.
A/W 1990-91 MOSCHINO COUTURE Red Needle Motif Huge Buttons Jacket & Skirt Suit
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
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 ...
Moschino Couture F/W 1991 red hearts blazer
By Moschino Couture
Located in Milano, IT
Moschino Couture red blazer F/W 1991 Wool Lined Embroidered heart faux buttons Hidden button closure Marked size 42 IT Measurements: shoulders 44.5 cm - 17.5 in bust 99 cm - 39 in w...
Moschino Couture Runway Dress Asymmetrical Corset Gown Avant-Garde
By Moschino Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Original Moschino Couture documented Runway Dress. Amazing rare Avant-Garde couture piece, asymmetrical corset dress with the most surreal vibrant colour combination. The SS2020 collection was inspired by famous abstract paintings and the whole vibe of the dress looks like an artwork with visible paint strokes. The name of the painting that inspired this dress was Girl before a Mirror...
MOSCHINO COUTURE S/S 1989 Runway Black Fringe Wrap Coat with Belt
By Moschino Couture, Franco Moschino
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 ...
S/S 1994 MOSCHINO COUTURE Roman Centurion Red White Brass Metal Ornaments Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
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 ...
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Moschino Rare Teddy Valley of the Dolls - Runway Dress
By Moschino Couture
Located in Iba, PH
Moschino RTW Spring 2017, Valley of the Dolls. One of Jeremy Scott's collection of life-size paper doll clothes. The trend has taken hold in a major way ...
Vintage 1990´s Moschino Couture twin cats interlace bustier t-shirt
By Moschino Couture
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Chic and Unique Vintage 1990´s Moschino Couture twin cats interlace bustier white and black strech t-shirt With lace Vintage never worn, bought as collector piece Made in Italy Mark...