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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Vintage MOSCHINO Green Enamel Fish Brooch, Italian Proverb
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Enamel Fish Brooch, Italian Proverb Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Engraved Italian Proverb "Chi Dorme Non Piglia Pesci" - "he who sleeps doesn't catc...
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Torsade Pearl Cross Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Torsade Pearl Cross Novelty Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Massive round twisted/ torsade openwork brooch with dangling pearl cross. - Patina...
MOSCHINO Vintage Gold Tone Angel Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage antiqued gold tone angel brooch featuring a textured metal heart and a pearlescent heart drop. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measurements : height approx. 12.5 cm ...
Gilt Metal
Vintage MOSCHINO Ballerina Tutu Dress Whimsical Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Ballerina Tutu Dress Whimsical Brooch FEATURES: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Whimsical ballerina tutu dress brooch with beads in ecru shade. - Signed Moschino. - Ex...
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Tragedy Mask Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Tragedy Mask Novelty Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Comedy tragedy masks brooch. - Patinated gold tone hardware....
Vintage MOSCHINO Lucite Heart Peace Sign Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Lucite Heart Peace Sign Novelty Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Lucite heart with peace sign drop brooch. - Signed MOSCHINO. - Gold tone hardware. - E...
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Heart Rhinestone Bolts and Screw Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Heart Rhinestone Bolts and Screw Novelty Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Massive heart brooch studded with rhinestones. - Embellished with bol...
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Heart Flower Novelty Drop Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Heart Flower Novelty Drop Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.54 inches (9 cm) Width: 2.24 inches (5.7 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Flower drop brooc...
Vintage 1989 MOSCHINO Dinner Gold Tone Spoon Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1989 MOSCHINO Dinner Golden Spoon Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Lucite heart with peace sign drop brooch. - Signed MOSCHINO. - Gold tone hardware. - Excellen...
MOSCHINO Vintage "Chi Dorme Non Piglia" Articulated Fish Dangling Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage gold tone brooch featuring an enameled and articulated fish topped by a faux pearl and the quote "CHI DORME NON PIGLIA" (PISCE) - e.g. Those who run away are always ...
Vintage MOSCHINO Pink Cosmetic Powder Puff Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Pink Cosmetic Powder Puff Novelty Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Pink powder puff novelty brooch. - Labeled CHEAP and CHIC across. - Excellent vintag...
Vintage MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic Red Lipstick Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic Red Lipstick Novelty Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Red lipstick resin novelty brooch. - Engraved CHEAP and CHIC. - Red heart at the b...
Vintage MOSCHINO Golden Clover Heart Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Golden Clover Heart Novelty Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Iconic clover and heart drop novelty brooch. - Signed MOSCHINO. - Gold tone hardware. - Su...
Vintage MOSCHINO Black Licorice Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Black Licorice Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Black licorice lollipop candy resin novelty brooch. - Signed MOSCHINO CHEAP and ...
Mings Bluish Purple Pearl Branch Brooch in Sterling Silver
Located in Honolulu, HI
Brooch Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: Sterling Silver Brooch Measurements: 2" x 1.75" Total Weight: 8.3 Grams Pearls: Akoya Pearls Condition: Preowned, good
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Old Mine Diamond Ruby Silver 18 Karat Gold Antique Fox Head Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional sterling silver fox head with pointed ears and baring teeth Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40 carat O color with VS2 clarity - b...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Empress Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a concave disk depicting a high relief profile of a woman with curling tendrils of long hair that drapes beyond the confines of the circular surround Her face incredibly...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Tiffany & Co. 1960's Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed with tiered ruffle edges and engraved linear texture Featuring alternating tiers of bassé-taille enamel - transparent medium green Glossed over linear engraving and accented...
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. 1980's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Squiggle Cushion Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed cushion shaped form With grooved organic lines throughout With high polish finish Completed by hinged pinstem With looped watchpin Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1994 10.23 Tanzanite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Fireworks Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized firework burst comprised of pierced linear gold Centering an oval cut tanzanite weighing approximately 10.23 carats total Transparent medium vibrant blue and p...
Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,600
W 1.5 in L 1.75 in
Oscar Heyman 1970's 5.25 CTW Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Vintage Foliate Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as gold foliates stemming from a branch bead set throughout with transitional cut diamonds Accented by additional diamonds prong set in platinum cluster in center Weighing a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ballerina Diamond and Akoya Pearl Brooch Sand Blasted 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k yellow gold Diamond Count: 12 single cut Diamond Carat Weight: 0.08 Akoya Pearl: 5.6 mm largest pearl, rest are 3.2-3.5 mm Diameter: 1.20" long, ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Angela Cummings 1980's 18K Gold Vintage Ginko Leaf Brooch
By Angela Cummings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed s a stylized ginko leaf with stem Minimal with rounded edges With high polish finish Completed by hinged pinstem with locking closure Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vhernier Diamond Quartz Mother-of-Pearl 18K Gold Balloon Palloncino Brooch
By Vhernier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized balloon terminating with articulating white gold ribbon tails Featuring pear-shaped crystal quartz cabochon measuring 20.5 x 16.0 mm Transparent and colorless ...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,248
W 1.06 in D 0.16 in L 1.21 in
Vintage 1950s Malachite and Mosaic Convertible Pendant Brooch in 18ct Gold
Located in London, GB
A rare and highly distinctive vintage pendant brooch dating to circa 1950, beautifully crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold. This exceptional piece features a striking oval malachite su...
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Textured Floral Brooch with Akoya Pearl, Circa 1970s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18K Yellow Gold Textured Floral Brooch with Akoya Pearl. This exquisite brooch is finely crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold, designed in the form of a blooming flower. Each petal is hig...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,350
W 1.13 in L 1.07 in
Tiffany & Co. 1960's Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Striped Heart Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed yellow gold heart shaped form glossed with bassetaille enamel Transparent bright green glossed over snakeskin-like engraving Bisected by a strip of transparent ye...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Corded Love Knot Brooch, Circa 1970s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vintage Corded Love Knot, designed in the style of a Tiffany replica, is crafted from 18k Yellow Gold and can be worn as either a pin, or a brooch. Featuring an elegant pretzel ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Pearl Leaf Branch Brooch 14k White Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Designer: Mikimoto Metal: 14k white gold Gemstones: 11 akoya pearls Pearl Diameter: ~5.7 mm - 7.0 mm Brooch Diameter: 2.2" x 1.65" Total Weight: 16.3 grams Stam...
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
MOSCHINO Vintage Gold Tone Tragicomedy Mask Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage textured antiqued gold tone tragicomedy mask brooch. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measurements : height approx. 10.5 cm (4.13 inches) / max. width approx. 4.5 cm ...
Gilt Metal
SS20 Moschino Couture Picasso Yellow Red Flower Brooch by Jeremy Scott
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Picasso Yellow Red Flower Brooch RUNWAY Additional Information: Material: 50% PVC 30% PL 10% CO 5% ME 5% VT ...
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Heart Flower Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Heart Flower Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.44 inches (6.2 cm) Width: 2.44 inches (6.2 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Flower brooch in g...
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Cherry Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Red Cherry Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 4.13 inches (10.5 cm) Diameter: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Features: - 100% Au...
Vintage MOSCHINO Yellow Citrus Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Yellow Citrus Lollipop Candy Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 4.13 inches (10.5 cm) Diameter: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Yellow Citrus Lollipop candy resin...
Vintage MOSCHINO Gold Beaded Teddy Bear Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Gold Beaded Teddy Bear Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.54 inches (9 cm) Width: 3.15 inches (8 cm) Thickness: 1.38 inches (3.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authenti...
Vintage MOSCHINO Jewelled Heart Cherub Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Jewelled Heart Cherub Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.87 inches (7.3 cm) Width: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Novelty cherub ...
Vintage MOSCHINO Teddy Bear Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Teddy Bear Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.94 inches (10 cm) Width: 3.35 inches (8.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic MOSC...
1990s Vintage Moschino Gold Tone Heart Tassel Pin Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a playful gold tone heart tassel pin brooch designed by Moschino in 1990’s. Signed: “Moschino” (shown in photos). Length: 11.5cm Diameter: 3.5cm ——— If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. We describe our items accurately. Please note that in reality they can look much better because photo can’t capture that magical sparkle. We have many years of experience in this business. And we have a very carefully curated selection of pieces. You can buy with confidence. Thank you for your consideration. ——— “Laura Antiques Fine Jewellery...
Gilt Metal
1980s Moschino Stone Enameled Mirror Pin Brooch
By Moschino
Located in London, GB
1980's Moschino Bijoux Mirror Pin Brooch, stone enameled detailing on gold-tone metalware, Made In Italy The craftsmanship of this special piece ensure...
Enamel
Fall 1989 MOSCHINO Dinner Cutlery Fork Knife and Spoon Brooch Full Set with Box
By 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 in 1983 until he passed away in 1994 are sought after and highly collectible. This treasure, like several others – some of them already available in my shop, more to be listed gradually –, comes direct from a German socialite and fashion lover so has not been on the market prior to this. This is a rare and collectible full set of three cutlery brooches with their original box from one of Franco Moschino's most iconic collections, the Fall 1989 "Show-off" couture runway collection. Capturing the fun and charm vibe that Moschino has always represented as a brand, they are the epitome of a conversation starter accessory! Pieces of this legendary "Dinner" collection are held by various fashion museums worldwide. We sold the "Dinner" jacket and skirt suit to The Museum at FIT in NYC last year. The set comprises three gold-colored metal brooches featuring a fork, a knife and a spoon with a deliberate black patina and double pins on the back. All pieces are embossed MOSCHINO. Original box still present. Excellent vintage condition. Hardly ever worn. Deliberate black patina. Irregularities on metal are original. Fork: approx. 12.7 cm x 2 cm – 5" x 0.79" Knife: approx. 13 cm x 1,5 cm – 5.12" x 0.6" Spoon: approx. 13 cm x 2,8 cm – 5.12" x 1.1" Weight: Fork (21 g) / Knife (23 g) / Spoon (26 g) Reference photo: Moschino Couture Fall 1989...
Moschino 1980s Pen Brooch in Black Acrylic with Gold Detail
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Moschino pin in the shape of a fountain pen. Black resin with gold tone detailing. Black resin "ink drop" dangles from tip. Signed Moschino at pe...
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Mask Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Mask Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 2.12 inches (5.4 cm) Width: 1.81 inches (4.6 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHI...
Moschino Vintage Massive Gold Toned Comedy Mask Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage massive gold toned comedy mask brooch featuring a long chain tassel. Embossed MOSCHINO. Has weight on it. Indicative measurements : hei...
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Tragedy Mask Jewelled Novelty Brooch
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Comedy Tragedy Mask Jewelled Novelty Brooch Measurements: Height: 3.42 inches (8.7 cm) Width: 3.42 inches (8.7 cm) Features: - 100% ...