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 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...
Y2K Moschino Couture! Vintage 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...
Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Black Lace Up Grommet Sheath Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic black sheath dress by Moschino. Oversized grommet detail with a lace up front. Details: Unlined Side Zip Closure Marked Size: I 46/ US 12/ F 42/ D 42/ GB 16 Color:...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Piano Dress as seen on The Nanny
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
$386Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Moschino Lingerie Leopard Print Bra Top New With Tags Y2K
By Moschino
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Very rare original early 2000s Moschino Lingerie bra, new with original tag still attached, made in the iconic leopard print that made the Italian fashion house's provocative and iro...
Moschino Mare Pink Top Embroidered with a Stylized Figure, New, 2000s
By Moschino
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
A delightful top by Moschino Mare, part of the iconic creative universe of the Italian fashion house in the early 2000s. A piece that perfectly captures the ironic, playful, and inst...
Loud Vintage 1990s MOSCHINO Colourful Pattern Monopoly Print Hawaiian Shirt L-XL
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Loud and Colourful Vintage 1990's MOSCHINO 'Monopoly' printed short sleeve shirt, in a fun vibrant patterned print through out. MADE IN ITALY. Features: Short Sleeves / Buttons do...
1990s Moschino Vintage Colourful Wallpaper Pattern Floral Paisley Jeans Trousers
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's Moschino wallpaper / floral patterned trousers. High wasited fit with Moschino embossed gold tone hardware. MADE IN ITALY. Features: Zip fasten / Classic x4 pocket des...
1990's Iconic Moschino Colourful Monopoly Pattern Print High waisted Trousers
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Loud and Iconic, early 1990's Vintage Moschino high waisted fitted satin trousers, featuring a fun 'Moschinopoly' print all over in a stretchy shiny material. MADE IN ITALY ! Feature...
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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 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...
1990s Moschino "No to Racism" collection cotton pants size 40
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
totally made in italy in size 40 embellished with images from all the main collections
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...
2000's Moschino Times Square Where's Waldo NYC Cartoon Pattern Trousers - Pants
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fun 2000's Vintage Moschino satin pants, depicting a 'where's waldo' colourful cartoon'esque pattern of Times Square in New York city. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Zip fasten / x4 Pock...
Moschino Question Mark Sweater
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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...
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 ...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Avant Garde Vintage 90s Little Black Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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...
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 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...
$75Sale Price|50% Off
Moschino X H&M Gold Chain Baroque Printed One Piece Swimsuit 34
By Moschino
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Introducing the stunning Moschino X H&M One Piece swimsuit, a collaboration that seamlessly blends high-end luxury with accessible fashion. This eye-catching swimsuit is the epitome ...
$148Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Moschino 1990s Black Cotton Sequin Panda T-Shirt, Size 42
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
Located in London, GB
Vintage MOSCHINO Sequin Panda T-shirt, Black cotton, Panda print with sequin details in Black and white Made in Italy Condition: vintage, Like New Size: 42(IT) - 10(UK) - 2/4 USA
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 ...
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 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 Vintage 1990s 90s Velour "Cheap & Chic" Scribble Print Pants
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage soft velour pants with a "Cheap & Chic" scribble print. Details: Unlined Side Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: I 42/ US 8/ GB 10/ F 38/ D 38 Color: Black/ Light...
Iconic 1990's Vintage Moschino Colourful Monopoly Novelty Print Denim Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 1990's Vintage Moschino Jacket in a delightful, vibrantly coloured 'Moschinopoloy' Monopoly themed patterned denim jacket with a slightly cropped, boxy fit. MADE IN ITALY ! Fea...
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...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Orange + White Gingham Bodycon 90s Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
1990s Moschino jeans cotton skirt size 40
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino jeans cotton skirt size 40 totally made in italy waist 64 cm lenght 46 cm
1990s Moschino Jeans Vintage Graphic Print "M.O.S. CHI? NO!" Long Sleeve Dress
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage Moschino Jeans jersey knit shirt dress with a "M.O.S. CHI? NO!" graphic across the front. Long sleeves and pockets. Unlined with back and front pockets. No closure/ pulls on ...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 4 Khaki Beige Flower Print Vintage 90s Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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 & Chic 2000s Size 10 No Bones About It Black White Skeleton Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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...
NWT Moschino Size Large / XL Blue Striped Nautical Monkini One Piece Swimsuit
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new with tags MOSCHINO, by JEREMY SCOTT blue and white cut-out monkini! Features a gold ring at center bust, and the MOSCHINO logo in gold on the left shoulder strap (the ...
MOSCHINO 90s Cheap & Chic Vintage Jigsaw Puzzle Colourful Cropped Boucle Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superbly tailored early 1990’s Cheap and Chic by Franco Moschino, Jigsaw puzzle patterned boucle Jacket crafted from colourful wool panels and featuring gold 'C+C' embossed buttons d...
Vintage MOSCHINO "Never Accept Sweets from Strangers!" Candy Embellished Top
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO "Never Accept Sweets from Strangers!" Candy Embellished White High Neck Top Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO JEANS. - White high neck, sleeveless top, embellishe...
Moschino Cheap and Chic 1990's Wool Suit Ensemble Floral Trim
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...
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...
Archival Moschino Couture 90s Runway Teddy Bear Knit Fun Vintage Novelty Sweater
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Rare Archival 1990's Teddy Bear sweater designer by Franco Moschino for Moschino's 'Couture' line. Beautiful Soft Cream roll neck sweater with a variety of Fluffy hand sewn ornate te...
Iconic Archival 1990's Vintage Moschino Newspaper Print Gazette Pattern Jacket
By Moschino, Franco 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...
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...
Vintage 1990s Moschino Navy Blue Polka Dot High-Waisted Jeans - Pants Size 27"
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Pair of 1990's Vintage Moschino Polka Dot patterned jeans in a Navy blue & white spotted colour way. The pants are high waisted and figure hug...
1990's Moschino 'Rose' Patterned Sequin Mesh Blazer Jacket in Pink floral
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 1990's Vintage 'Cheap & Chic' label, Moschino 'Rose' patterned button down Blazer, with shimmery sequins encased between a pink floral material with a black mesh over-layer. ...
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...
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...
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...
Novelty Moschino 1990s Festive Italian Panettone Loud Colourful print shirt
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Novelty Moschino 1990s Festive Italian Panettone Loud Colourful print shirt Made in Italy. Satin feel material / Long sleeves / Gold Buttons down the front / Loose fitting Pit to Pi...
1990's Moschino Vintage Checkerboard Piece 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...
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Black Size 6 Chiffon Paillettes Sequin Vintage Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
Moschino 1990's Vintage Blue Bandana Print Wrap around Mini Skirt
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Cool Vintage 1990's Moschino wrap around Mini skirt, in a classic blue & cream traditional Bandana style pattern. MADE IN ITALY Features: Adjustable fit Back pockets 100% Cotton S...
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
SS22 MOSCHINO COUTURE x Jeremy Scott Resort Collection Black Floral Surfboard
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*SUPER RARE & SOUGHT AFTER COLLECTOR'S PIECE ITEM* MOSCHINO COUTURE Black Surfboard with Floral Print SS22 Resort collection by Jeremy Scott ...
Moschino 1980s Cheap & Chic Black Velour Not Just A Pretty Dress with Gold Studs
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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....
Moschino Vintage Flare Leg Novelty Print Size 26 Trousers Jeans, 1990s
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 90s MOSCHINO boot cut novelty print pants! Features a variety of prints of people and cowgirls throughout. Pockets at each side of the waist. Button at waistband. Features slight stretch (98% Cotton 2% Elastane). Classic mid rise fit. Made in Italy The pictured Stella McCartney chiffon blouse, vintage Karl Lagerfeld blazer, and vintage Missoni cardigan...
S/S 2022 Moschino Couture Colourful Cartoon Print Bathing - Swimming Costume
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A fun Moschino Couture bathing suit from the Spring / Summer 2022 Runway Collection. With cartoon animal design print in a playful colour palette and scooped back reverse. MADE IN I...
1990's Loud Moschino Cassette Tape Music print Cropped Satin Jacket
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990s Moschino Casette Tape Music print Cropped Satin Jacket Made in the 1990's under Japanese liscensing. Archival Piece. Pit to Pit; 18” Pit to Cuff; 15” Waist; 29” Recommended Si...
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...
Original 2000's Vintage Moschino Sunset Print long sleeve Patterned Shirt
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Original Early 2000's Moschino long sleeved sunset print shirt, in vibrant orange and purple coloured tones. Made in Italy ! This is the Original versio...
$800Sale Price|50% Off
Moschino 1990s Crop top and Skirt Set
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
Located in Austin, TX
1990s Moschino silk striped cropped tie top and wrap skirt. Condition: Excellent Size 42/ US 8 / M 30" waist, 33" bust, 34" hips
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 Size 2 Black Acetate Rayon Floral Fitted Mini Dress
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic cocktail dress in a black acetate lace featuring a mini bodycon style, spaghetti straps, 3 bows detail at front, and a back zip up closure. Made in Italy.Excell...
2000's MOSCHINO Giant iridescent Sequin Sparkly Tank Top & Skirt Set
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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.