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 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
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. - Signed MOSCHINO on reverse....
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 ...
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
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 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...
Jean Schlumberger, Tiffany & Co. Peridot and Ruby Thistle Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
This late 20th century pin is comprised of full cut green peridots, and red rubys set in 18kt yellow gold in this whimsically classic floral thistle themed design. This pin measures ...
Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Original Art Nouveau 15ct Gold, Enamel and Natural Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in Armadale, Victoria
This enchanting brooch is a quintessential example of Art Nouveau jewellery, crafted from 15-carat yellow gold. The piece is a celebration of nature, art, and craftsmanship, capturin...
Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Vintage Brooch from ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION Gold with Peridot Green Tourmal
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Jade Brooch From ANGELETTI PRIVATE COLLECTION White and Yellow gold 18kt with Diamonds and Rubies. This Brooch was Manufactured in ‘60s in...
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Silver and Onyx Broach
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco silver Broach set with a large onyx in the middle and marcasites, English ca 1930's One marcasite is missing, see pictures
Marcasite, Onyx, Silver
Vintage Pearl Art Deco Floral Pendant/Pin/Brooch in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Milford, DE
Art deco pearls adorn this 14K gold triangular brooch/pendant decorated with floral motifs. Can be worn as a brooch, or attached to a chain and worn as a pendant. ... Tags, Marks, ...
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
Art Deco Sterling Silver Flower Pin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Art Deco Sterling Silver Flower Pin with Marcasite and Onyx, English ca 1930's
Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Sapphire and Diamond Pansy Pin, Signed Tiffany & Co. by Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boston, MA
Blue, fancy pink sapphires and diamonds are set in 18kt yellow gold and platinum in this whimsically classic floral pansy pin. Consisting of 48 mixed cut blue sapphires, 5 round cut blue sapphires, 30 round cut fancy pink sapphires, and 28 round brilliant cut diamonds. This pin measures approximately 1" in height. Stamped by Oscar Heyman Brothers for "Tiffany & Co.", serial no. "74551". *Shreve, Crump & Low Graduate Gemologist commentary: The Oscar Heyman Brothers pansy pin remains one of the most iconic brooch designs of the 20th century. Created in many combinations of gemstones, these special pins are a staple of any fine jewelry collector's gem box...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold...
Reversible Lucky Horseshoe Stickpin with Bloodstone & Jasper-Scotland, 19th C
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lucky Scottish sterling silver horseshoe stickpin. The hand engraved top set with green Bloodstone from the Isle of Rum and red Campsie Fells Jaspe...
Jasper, Sterling Silver
Ruby and Diamond Flower Brooch, Signed Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boston, MA
This whimsical floral motif brooch is comprised of 18 karat yellow and white gold and consists of step-cut rubies having an estimated total weight of 13 carats, 7 round brilliant dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Topaz, and Diamond Pansy Pin, Signed Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Boston, MA
Purple Amethyst, Pink Topaz, Purplish Magenta Tourmaline, and sparkling white diamonds come together in a beautiful display of color to form a unique rendition of Oscar Heyman Brothe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
Schlumberger Tiffany Co. Sapphire, Emerald and Yellow Gold Thistle Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
This late 20th century pin is comprised of full cut blue sapphire, and green emeralds set in 18kt yellow gold in this whimsically classic floral thistle themed design. This pin measu...
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$20,823
H 3.23 in W 1.19 in D 0.75 in
Gold and Enamel Watch/Chatelaine, Viennese Craftsmanship, circa 1860-1870
Located in Paris, FR
Chatelaine in gold and enamel. The chatelaine is ornamented with three painted medallions in monochrome pink and features cupids. These medallions are linked by S-shaped motifs in re...
Gold, Enamel
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 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 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 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 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 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...
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 ...
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...