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 Black Cut Out Bow Tie Mini Dress, 1990s
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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 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 Cheap & Chic Purple Shift Dress with Snake Sequin Collar
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Fun vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic shift dress. Crafted in a purple cloth, with vibrant green sequin appliqué Snake draped around the collar. The dress features a fitted silhoue...
$379Sale 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...
S/S 2006 Moschino Cheap & Chic Pasta Printed Silk Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Moschino Cheap and Chic pasta printed dress from the Spring/Summer 2006 collection. This midi dress features a whimsical all-over print with farfalle, penn...
90's Moschino Green Military Skirt Suit as seen on Princess Diana
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Concord, NC
90’s Vintage Moschino Couture emerald green skirt suit, famously worn by Princess Diana on 13 different occasions. Featuring a sharply tailored jacket with contrasting black lapels, ...
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...
Moschino Cheap & Chic Piano Dress as seen on The Nanny
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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...
Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
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...
Moschino Color Block Skirt Suit with Emoji Buttons
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
Moschino 1990s Vintage Black + Blue Denim Jeans Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
We instantly fell in love with this blue and black denim dress by Moschino! The dress buttons up the front with shiny gold "Moschino" buttons and features six front pockets. Long sle...
Archival 1990's Moschino 'Cheap & Chic' Linen Sailor Collar mini Dress
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb, early 1990's Moschino linen sailor dress, featuring a novelty sailor collar with blue ribbon trim and large red 'Cheap & Chic' embroidery on the reverse. MADE IN ITALY !...
Moschino Dress with Sheer Side Panels 1990s
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
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...
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 and Chic Vintage 90s Silk Animal Print Patchwork Lace Blous
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage 1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic silk blouse featuring a striking patchwork of mixed animal prints. This quintessential 90s Moschino design combines leopard, cheetah, zebra and ...
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...
$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 ...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Orange + White Gingham Bodycon 90s Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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...
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...
1990s Moschino Jeans Vintage Graphic Print "M.O.S. CHI? NO!" Long Sleeve Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
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 ...
S/S 2022 Moschino Couture Colourful Cartoon Print Bathing - Swimming Costume
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
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...
$145Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Moschino 1990s Black Cotton Sequin Panda T-Shirt, Size 42
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
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
Rare 1988 Runway Franco Moschino Fruit & Veg Print Raffia Novelty Cocktail Dress
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring / Summer 1988 Archival, Runway Vintage fruit & veg print cocktail dress by Franco Moschino, with a novelty Raffia hay neckline detail. MADE IN ITALY. Features: Concealed ...
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 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 ...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 4 Khaki Beige Flower Print Vintage 90s Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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 Pearl Collar Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
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 ...
MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic Chunky Chain barbie pink boucle dress IT44 L
By Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic Chunky Chain barbie pink boucle dress IT44 L Reference: TGAS/G00287 Brand: Moschino Collection: Cheap and Chic Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Pink, White Patt...
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
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 ...
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...
Iconic Archival 1990's Vintage Moschino Newspaper Print Gazette Jeans
By Moschino, Franco 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...
Moschino Vintage 1990s Slot Collection Unisex Cotton Pants Size 40
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino vintage slot collection pants totally made i italy in size it 40 composition: 100% cotton measurements: 70 waist, 99 lenght in CM
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. ...
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...
$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 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 ...
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...
Moschino 1990's Vintage Blue Bandana Print Wrap around Mini Skirt
By Moschino, Franco 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...
Rare 90s Moschino Nuts about you Cheap & Chic Grey Suit - blazer Jacket & Pants
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Archival 1990’s Nutcracker Moschino Cheap & Chic ‘Nut’s about you’ tailored Blazer & Pant suit designed by the master of Italian tailoring Franco Moschino. MADE IN ITALY ! Cr...
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...
MOSCHINO Couture! TROLLS 2019 Runway Game Show faux fur jacket IT38 S
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO Couture! TROLLS 2019 Runway Game Show faux fur jacket IT38 S Reference: TGAS/B02121 Brand: Moschino Designer: Jeremy Scott Collection: 2019 - Runway Material: Polyester Colo...
Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Apple Mac' Print High Waisted Pattern Jeans Trousers
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Apple Mac' Parody print, patterned high waisted trousers. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Zip / Button fasten Classic x4 poc...
MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Vintage striped cotton blend cropped blazer IT38 XS
By Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic Vintage striped cotton blend cropped blazer IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/G00362 Brand: Moschino Collection: Cheap & Chic Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Multi...
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...
Y2K Moschino Couture! Vintage 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...
MOSCHINO cheap & chic Pastel Pink & Black Coquette Bustier - Corset Top
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
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...
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 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:...
1990's Vintage Moschino Colourful Pinball Pattern High waisted Trousers Jeans
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage Early 1990's Moschino 'Pinball' patterned, high waisted Las Vegas themed casino trousers in bold primary and vibrant colours. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: High waisted fit / Cl...
Y2K Gothic font MOSCHINO All over 2000s Rock N Roll Word print mini Shift Dress
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Y2K Gothic font MOSCHINO All over print 2000s mini Shift Dress MADE IN ITALY Off white and Black Soft thick material (98% Cotton / 2% Elasthane) Material ...
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990's Leopard Print Embroidered Wiggle Dress
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 by Moschino from their Cheap and Chic label. We love the ...
Vintage MOSCHINO 1990s High Waist Colourful Monopoly Print Pattern Trousers 28"
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Pair of Vintage 1990's MOSCHINO high waisted patterned trousers, featuring the iconic Moschino Monopoly print allover in a Vibrant Colour palette. MADE IN ITALY. Features: Zip - Bu...
Vintage MOSCHINO "Never Accept Sweets from Strangers!" Candy Embellished Top
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
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...
$153Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Moschino Red Velvet T-Shirt Women's Size L Made in Italy 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino red velvet t-shirt totally made in italy in size L total lenght 72 cm shoulder to hem 54 cm
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...
$695Sale Price|22% Off
Moschino Couture Vintage Black A-Line "Fake" Necklace Dress
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Iconic Moschino Couture! 1990's dress features embroidered 'FAKE' and an arrow pointing up to a black beaded wired necklace collar. Necklace f...
Vintage Moschino 1990s Mickey Mouse Disney Iconic Novelty Print 90s Mini Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and iconic 1990s MOSCHINO novelty print sexy mini dress! Features all of the cartoon characters Moschino used in the 90s. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Popeye, Olive Oyl, amongst ...
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...