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 Italy Black Satin Whimsical Strawberry Cupcake Clasp Handbag c 1990s
By Moschino
Located in University City, MO
MOSCHINO Italy Black satin whimsical cupcake clasp handbag c 1990s The unique Italian handbag is designed with a resin strawberry placed upon a quirky pink three dimensional resin c...
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...
Vintage Moschino 1990s Women's Rayon Jeans Suit with Inscriptions
By Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Beautiful 1990s vintage Moschino JEANS suit with ALL OVER inscriptions. In perfect vintage condition, no signs of fading or pulling appart, with pockets. Seen on the ICONIC Fran fin...
Black wool jersey and taffetas jacket and skirt ensemble MOSCHINO
By Moschino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool jersey and taffetas jacket and skirt ensemble. Acetate or rayon lining. Tulle/lace inset around the neckline. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front + bow. Ruff...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Leopard Print Dress with Embroidered Florals
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely number is something to ROAR about! Bring out your inner feline and put on this luxuriously printed leopard dress. We love the fitted curvature of this dress. Seduce your ...
MSRP AW19 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Playboy Gayboy Black Slim Tank Top
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MSRP AW19 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Playboy Gayboy Black Slim Tank Top Additional Information: Material: 94% Cotton 6% Elastan Color: Black Pattern: Solid with logo and letterin...
SS23 MOSCHINO Couture Jeremy Scott Silver Top Handle Bag with Gold Logo & Chain
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Deadstock Rare Item!* MOSCHINO COUTURE Silver Top Handle Bag with Gold Logo & Chain SS23 collection by Jeremy Scott MSRP $695+tax! SUPER CUTE! 100% Authentic!!! Condition: ...
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints...
$454Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1990s Moschino by Redwall Striped PVC Sheepskin Bowling Bag
By Redwall, Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Beautiful and rare Vintage 1990s Moschino by redwall bowling bag. This piece was previously owned and gently worn you can see little signs of use or show signs of fading barely notic...
$329Sale Price|54% Off
Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit Moschino Cheap & Chic
By Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Vintage 1990s black and white suit (jacket and skirt) by Moschino Cheap & Chic. The black and red version of this suit can be seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom the Nanny...
$300Sale Price|29% Off
1990s vintage animal print blazer jacket by Moschino Jeans
By Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Beautiful 1990s vintage animal print blazer jacket by Moschino Jeans. In perfect vintage condition, no signs of fading or pulling appart, with pockets. Seen on the ICONIC Fran fine o...
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 ...
Moschino Couture Dress with Sequin Peace Sign Back
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
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 Leather Jacket with Mirror Trim 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black leather jacket from Moschino. It is open in front with the pocket flaps, cuffs and jacket edges outlined in 3 rows of small square mirrors. It is fully lined and ha...
2013 Moschino Archivio Large Olive Oyl Shawl/Scarf
By Moschino
Located in Port Hope, ON
Yes, this 2013 Archivio Moschino 93% modal and 7% cachemire shawl is not in perfect condition, but it is rare and beautiful. There is some color run, and fraying (small) at one end, ...
Moschino Navy Blue Mini Skirt, Circa 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Moschino navy blue cotton pique mini skirt. straight silhouette. large scale dots in three shades of blue in appliquéd organza on the front and back of skirt. side zip closure. skirt...
Moschino Vintage 90s Black Blazer Jacket with Novelty "Thimble" Buttons
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Double breasted blazer jacket with unique novelty buttons shaped like sewing thimbles. By Moschino. Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Shoulder...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 2000s Size 6 Silk Chiffon Watercolor Print Blouse
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
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...
New 1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 38.5 / 8.5 Brown Suede 90s Knee High Boots
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Never worn vintage 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC chocolate brown suede leather knee high flat boots! Effortlessly chic, with a sleek toe, and an exposed gold zipper down the back. Su...
1990’s Moschino Red Love Heart Circular Mini Minaudière - Hand Bag
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A fun 1990’s Franco Moschino leather mini bag. Featuring a circular shape, full double zip closure, secret interior zip compartment, gold metal hardware and detachable / adjustable s...
1990's Moschino Couture Vintage Red Smiley Face Skirt Suit
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
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 F/W "Art Is Love" Leather Bomber Jacket, 1990/1991
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and highly collectible Moschino Cheap and Chic leather jacket from their Fall/ Winter 1990/1991 collection. Glossy black pebbled leather with patches of metallic gold leather,...
Rare Moschino Iconic Collection "Moschinopoly" Print trousers
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Rare Moschino Iconic Collection "Moschinopoly" Print trousers Rare collection inspired at Monopoly by Moschino totally made in italy in size 30 High waisted, iconic print that featu...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
$278Sale 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 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 and Chic Wool Suit Ensemble Floral Trim New/Old, 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moschino 1990s Cheap and Chic Wool Suit Ensemble w/Petit-Point Floral Trim. This suit, crafted in Italy and influenced by Eastern-European petit-point trim strategically placed in a...
AW15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Red Sequined Crepe Halterneck Dress IT44/US10
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
AW15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Red Wrpeffect Sequined Crepe Halterneck Dress Additional Information: Material: 100% Polyester Color: Red Pattern: Sequin Style: Ball Gown Siz...
Moschino New In Box Size 9 / 39 Jewel Purple Silk Peep Toe Slinback Heels Shoes
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous brand new in box MOSCHINO peep toe sling back high heels! Features a regal purple color on luxurious silk satin. Hidden platform adds extra comfort. Leather sole, with side ...
Moschino vintage beachwear
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino beachwear vintage collection Yellow swimwear with and italian proud cow on the front totally made in italy in size M
Moschino Black Wool Top Coat Size L
By Moschino
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to coat is evident. Minimal wear to internal lining with minor discolouration marks on this used Moschino designer resale item. Details Blac...
1988 Franco Moschino Runway Silk Woman with Cowboy Hat Scarf
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in London, GB
1988 Iconic Extremely rare Franco Moschino Woman with Cowboy Hat Silk Scarf This is an authentic Franco Moschino from his 1988 fashion collection and show, 100% silk, Made In Italy ...
Moschino Couture Dress with Hardware
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
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...
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Floral Ribbon Trim Short Skirt Charcoal Grey Black
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Moschino Cheap & Chic dark grey (nearly black) pencil skirt in a slightly felted sort of fabric. Ribbon trim in a floral pattern reminiscent of needlework criss-crosses throughout. ...
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
$483Sale Price|20% Off
Moschino "it's raining cats and dogs" Handle bag
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino "it's raining cats and dogs" Handle bag
Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Fruit Polka Dot Jacket as seen on The Nanny
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Concord, NC
Highly collectable and iconic 1990's Moschino Cheap & Chic polka dot fruit appliqué jacket as seen on Fran Dresher in The Nanny. This jacket features a whimsical design with whit...
AW23 MOSCHINO Couture Black Long Clutch Shoulder Bag with Multiple Gems
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Awesome Out Of Stock Item!* MOSCHINO COUTURE Black Long Clutch Shoulder Bag with Multiple Gems AW23 collection by Jeremy Scott MSRP $1,100+tax! SUPER CUTE! 100% Authent...
SS23 Moschino Couture Pink Inflatable Crossbody Bag with Logo Charm & Chains
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Deadstock Rare item!* MOSCHINO COUTURE Pink Inflatable Crossbody Bag with Logo Charm & Chains SS23 collection by Jeremy Scott MSRP $830+tax! SUPER CUTE! 100% Authentic!!! ...
MOSCHINO Size 6 Indigo Purple Denim Twill Floral Straight Jeans
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
MOSCHINO jeans in an indigo cotton denim twill featuring a purple embroidered floral design, straight leg, and zip fly closure.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 40 Meas...
Black single- breasted jacket with gather and gros-grain inset MOSCHINO
By Moschino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black single- breasted jacket with gather and gros-grain inset. Main fabric composition: 64% triacetate, 36% polyester. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Raglan sle...
$500Sale Price|23% Off
Vintage Moschino 1990s Black and White Velour Pearl Encrusted Bodysuit Swimsuit
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s MOSCHINO black velour bodysuit, encrusted with white pearls! Features a soft crushed velour that stretches to fit. Flat headed pearls adorn the top portion on the front and ...
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...
1993 Moschino Cheap & Chic Mondrian “Art Is Love” Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap and Chic “Art Is Love” dress from Spring Summer 1993. This dress features a color block design that honors the Yves Saint Laurent Mondrian...
Moschino by Franco Vintage 80s Black Wool Top With Attached Corset Garter Skirt
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Gorgeous collectors archival vintage 1980s Moschino by Franco Moschino. Franco Moschino Vintage 1980s Black Wool Top with attached corset and garter detail. This iconic piece feature...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Plaid Peplum Jacket Skirt Suit
By Moschino
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage Moschino plaid skirt and three-button jacket with tweed-esque peplum detail on both jacket and skirt. Side zipper skirt, fully lined. The fabric is 92% wool and 8% cashmere...
1988 Moschino "Kiss My Patch" Embroidered Strapless Polka Dot Dress
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Super fun and whimsical rare 1988 Moschino red and off-white polka dot strapless silk dress embroidered with playful cartoon patches all over the entire dress. An iconic piece of Fra...
SS23 MOSCHINO Couture Jeremy Scott 60s Halter Chain Print Slim Fit Maxi Dress
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Super rare! Moschino Couture 60s Halter Chain Print Slim Fit Maxi Dress SS23 collection by Jeremy Scott 100% Authentic!!! MSRP: $655 Condition: New with tags Color: IT 42 /...
SS23 MOSCHINO Couture Double Heart Inflatable Sleeveless Black Mini Dress
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Super rare! Moschino Couture Inflatable Double Heart Sleeveless Black Dress SS23 collection by Jeremy Scott 100% Authentic!!! MSRP: $1,170 Condition: New with tags Color: B...
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...
1990 Moschino Vintage Checkerboard Blazer
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino vintage black and white checkerboard blazer from 1990. This whimsical design features black and white checker piece buttons with a allover checkered pattern with a double br...
SS23 MOSCHINO Couture Double Heart Inflatable Sleeveless Black Mini Dress
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Super rare! Moschino Couture Inflatable Double Heart Sleeveless Black Dress SS23 collection by Jeremy Scott 100% Authentic!!! MSRP: $1,170 Condition: New with tags Color: B...
Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Trompe L'oeil "Woven" Print Body Con Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Tight and stretchy Moschino body con dress with a print that looks like woven fabric. Crocheted "M" detail at the bust. Details: Unlined No Closure/ Fabric Contains Stretch M...
$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 Vintage 1990s 90s Minimalist Olive Green Maxi Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sparks, NV
Olive green maxi dress with a high waist and sleeveless sleeves by Moschino. Details: Fully Lined Side Pockets Back Zip Closure Estimated Siz...
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 Pearl Collar Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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 ...
Fabulous Vintage Red Leather Moschino Gold Letter Pointed Stiletto ankle Boots
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous Vintage Red Leather Moschino Boots circa 2000. Featuring the iconic Gold Lettering zip details, pointed Toe and stiletto heels. Size UK: 5 / EU: 38 MADE IN ITALY. Condition ...
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Black Question Mark Jacket and Skirt Suit
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Moschino Cheap and Chic vintage 1990s black suit with velvet accents. Jacket features velvet collar and pockets, while skirt features a question mark that wraps around the skirt. Vel...