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 Floral Print High Waisted Colourful Pattern Trousers - Pants
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A vibrant pair of 1990’s Vintage Franco Moschino Jeans, featuring a colourful, floral pattern, high waisted fit and classic four pocket design. Made from a stretchy figure hugging fa...
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 ...
2000's Moschino Football Soccer Pattern High waisted Pencil Skirt
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
2000's Vintage Moschino 'Football' Soccer Patterned Pencil Skirt featuring a high waisted silhouette, concealed zip up fasten closure and knee length hem. MADE IN ITALY Recommended S...
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...
$240Sale Price|50% Off
Moschino x H&M TV Cropped Black Leather Jacket Size 34
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Make a bold statement with this Moschino x H&M TV Cropped Leather Jacket, a standout piece from the highly sought-after collaboration. Crafted from premium black leather, this ed...
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...
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 ...
Y2K Moschino Pink Leopard Print Low Rise 2000's Patterned Jeans - Flares
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
2000’s vintage Moschino leopard printed jeans, in a vibrant pink colour way, featuring a low rise fit, pockets at the front and a slightly flared leg. The jeans are deadstock with or...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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 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. ...
Moschino Vintage Quilted Denim Biker Jacket with Bottle Cap Appliques
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage quilted denim biker jacket by Moschino jeans with bottle cap appliques. Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Shoulder Pads Sewn Into Lining Front Metal Zip Closure Marked Si...
$320Sale 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...
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
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...
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 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 Burgundy Tuxedo, 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic, cropped tuxedo suit by Moschino. Wool acetate blend in slightly iridescent deep burgundy with black lurex trim. Two button styling and fully lined. Close fitting jacket and cro...
Moschino Silk Chiffon Aquatic Print Set
By Moschino
Located in New York, NY
Moschino Silk Chiffon Aquatic Print Set from the early 2000's. Silk chiffon top with side tied capelet with triple tiered skirt. Shown with top over skir...
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...
Moschino Couture Suit, Humorous Pockets Poke Fun at Chanel Jackets and Skirts
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
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 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...
2000's Moschino Cheap & Chic Jacket Skirt Red White Polka dot Matching Set
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A playful 2000's Moschino Cheap & Chic Jacket and Skirt Set in a Red & White polka dot printed pattern, featuring a 3/4 Sleeve button down blazer and matching high waisted Skirt with...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 6 Ivory Polka Dot 1990s 90s A - Line Skirt
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Adorable vintage 1990s MOSCHINO 'CHEAP & CHIC' ivory multi colored A-Line skirt! Soft ivory cotton with stretch. Pastel purple, pink, blue, and green tie dye polka dots throughout. H...
$271Sale 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 90's Iconic and rare Cheap and Chic fringed suit
By Moschino
Located in Milano, MILANO
90's iconic and rare Cheap and Chic fringed suit by Moschino Matt and shiny fringes Golden ball buttons Fully lined Pencil skirt 79% acetate 21% rayon No tag size, fits like a M J...
Archival 1990s Moschino Cloud Print Jersey Colourful Baby Blue micro mini dress
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990s Archival Moschino Cloud pattern mini dress featuring short sleeves, draw tie collar line and micro mini hem. The print is So fun ! Recommended Siz...
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...
1991 Moschino Cheap & Chic Roy Lichtenstein Pop Art Jacket
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic 1991 Moschino Cheap & Chic Roy Lichtenstein pop art printed double breasted blazer. Size: US size 10 Condition: Excellent condition
Moschino Couture! Vintage 1990s 90s Cream Blazer or Suit Jacket
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
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...
Rare 2000's Sunset Rave MOSCHINO Sunset Print - Pattern Denim Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 2000's UK Garage Era 'MOSCHINO' Sun-set Print Cotton Jacket, crafted from a Printed Cloth in Blue and Orange ombré shades. We also have the Matching shirt & Pants available t...
$475Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Moschino 1990s Does 1970s Size 10 Low Rise Bell Bottom Flared Blue Jeans
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Awesome 90s does 70s MOSCHINO low rise flared leg medium wash boho denim! Super flattering fit, with an ultra chic and of-the-moment fit. Low rise sits nicely on the hips, with a fit...
Iconic Archival 1990's Vintage Moschino Newspaper Print Gazette Jeans
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb, iconic Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Newspaper' printed high waisted jeans, depicting Franco Moschino amongst other newspaper & gazette articles. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Zip f...
Rare Archival 90s Rave Moschino World Flags Pattern Hooded satin Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb, Vintage Archival Moschino 'World Flags' patterned jacket, a Piece synonymous with the UK Garage Rave scene in the 1990's, the jacket is crafted from a printed satin fabric wi...
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...
Iconic Archival 1990's Vintage Moschino Newspaper Print Gazette Pattern Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible, Archival Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Newspaper' print jacket, depicting Franco Moschino amongst other newspaper and Gazette articles. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Central lin...
Rare 1990's Moschino Adult Ads style Fetish Newspaper Print Pattern Shirt
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible Vintage 1990s Moschino 'Safe Sex / Adult Ads' patterned shirt in a black with white & red coloured print throughout. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Central line button faste...
Moschino White With Red Hearts Ruffle Skirt 1994
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Moschino white silk skirt from 1994, a playful and iconic example of the house’s irreverent romance and bold graphic sensibility. Rendered ...
Moschino 1980s Cheap & Chic Black Velour Not Just A Pretty Dress with Gold Studs
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage late 80s Moschino Cheap & Chic black long sleeved velour dress with round gold flat studs reading Not Just a Pretty Dress in large print at front....
Vintage 1990's Moschino Monochrome Art Gallery Print Pattern Jeans Trousers
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb, Vintage 1990's Moschino monochrome Trousers depicting images of iconic museum artworks as well as the face of Franco Moschino himself. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: High waist...
Vintage Moschino 1990s Neon Green Flower Printed 90s Two Piece String Bikini
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy new vintage MOSCHINO bright neon green 90s swimsuit ! Features colorful flowers printed in pink, fuchsia, yellow, and purple. Ties at each side of th...
$675Sale Price|30% Off
Moschino Couture Embroidered Words Top and Skirt
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
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...
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...
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...
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...
Moschino Dress with Sheer Side Panels 1990s
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black dress from Moschino. It is lingerie inspired with an adjustable straps boned bra style top plus front and back panels of stretch bandage fabric. There are semi s...
Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Minimalist Olive Green Maxi Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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...
90's Moschino Vintage Yellow & Blue repeat Logo print long sleeve Shirt
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 1990's UK Garage Era 'MOSCHINO' repeat patterned Long sleeve Shirt, crafted from a printed rayon in Pale Yellow and Sky Blue shades. MADE IN ITALY. Features: Logo spell o...
Vintage 1990's Moschino Floral Peony flower pattern Peach Denim Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990s Moschino Denim jacket in a Beautiful Peach shade colour depicting a floral Peony flowers design. MADE IN ITALY Features: Long sl...
1990's Funky Vintage Moschino Colourful Polka Dot Pattern High waisted Jeans
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous 1990's Vintage Moschino Polka Dot patterned high waisted jeans in a vibrant pop arty, colourful print. Features: Zip fasten Classic x4 po...
Vintage Moschino Floral Peony Denim Renaissance patterned Pencil Skirt
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's Moschino high waisted denim pencil skirt, featuring a heavenly Peach coloured floral Peony flower print. MADE IN ITALY Features: ...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Lace Up Detail Maxi Skirt 1990s
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s vintage black maxi length skirt with lace-up/corsetry detail at front. Bronze colored grommets with black lacing. Slits at end of lacing make this breezy ...
Moschino Jeans White cotton Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino Jeans White cotton Jacket Embellished with hair clips all over with different designs Totally made in italy in size 46 Composition cotton
S/S 1992 Moschino Cheap & Chic Butter soft Black Leather Biker Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible, Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Cheap & Chic' lambskin leather, cropped Biker jacket. Featuring large, decorated gold tone zip 'C+C' charms. Dated Spring / Summer 1992. Features...