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 Heart Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage antiqued and textured gold tone dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring hearts, embellished with red/green glass cabochons and acrylic faux pearls. Embossed MOSCHINO....
Gilt Metal
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Peace Sign Rhinestone Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Peace Sign Rhinestone Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Iconic PEACE rhinestone sign dangling earrings. - Clip back earrings....
Vintage MOSCHINO Lucite Heart Peace Sign Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Lucite Heart Peace Sign Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Lucite heart with peace sign dangling novelty earrings. - Clip back earring...
Massive MOSCHINO Maltese Cross Red Orange Cabochon Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Maltese Cross Red Orange Cabochon Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Massive Maltese cross dangling novelty earrings. - Red or...
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Heart Dome Pearl Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Heart Dome Pearl Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Massive dangling earrings with dome top part, heart looping details and pe...
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Pearl Torsade Round Cross Novelty Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Pearl Torsade Round Cross Novelty Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Pearl earrings with dangling round torsade and cross at the centre. - Clip...
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Dollar Sign Heart Pearl Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Dollar Sign Heart Pearl Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Massive dollar sign, pearl with...
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Lucky Four Leaf Clover and Shamrock Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Lucky Four Leaf Clover and Shamrock Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Massive four leaf clover earrings with dangling shamrock. - Cl...
Vintage MOSCHINO Blue Glass Heart Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Blue Glass Heart Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.46 inches (8.8 cm) Width: 1.89 inches (4.8 cm) Weight per Earring: 29 grams Features: - 100% Authentic ...
Vintage MOSCHINO Compass Pearl Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Compass Pearl Novelty Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.75 inches (7 cm) Width: 1.10 inches (2.8 cm) Weight per Earring: 22 grams Features: - 100% Authenti...
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Clover and Resin Claw Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Clover and Resin Claw Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Gilt clover earrings with dangling resin claw novelty earrings. - Cl...
Vintage MOSCHINO "Lucky 13" Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO "Lucky 13" Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Iconic Moschino "Lucky 13" dangling novelty earrings. - Clip back earrings. - Signed MOS...
Massive MOSCHINO Lucky Four Leaf Clover and Resin Horn Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Lucky Four Leaf Clover and Resin Horn Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Lucky four leaf clover earrings with dangling resin h...
Vintage MOSCHINO Mondrian Heart Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Mondrian Heart Novelty Dangling Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic MOSCHINO. - Mondrian heart dangling novelty earrings. - Clip back earrings. - Signed MOSCHINO. -...
MOSCHINO Vintage Gold Tone Heart & Pearl Dangle Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage gold tone heart dangle earrings (clip-on with screw system) embellished with two faux pearls. Embossed MOSCHINO (only on one earring). Indicative measurements : he...
Gilt Metal
Moschino Vintage Gold Toned Lipstick Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage antiqued gold toned dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a lipstick tube. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measurements : height approx....
MOSCHINO Vintage Iconic Question Mark Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage iconic gold tone question mark dangling earrings (clip-on) embellished with a large resin faux pearl. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measurements : max. height appr...
Gilt Metal
Moschino Vintage Gold Toned Peace Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage antiqued gold toned dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a large peace sign drop. Embossed MOSCHINO MILANO on the coin top. Indicat...
MOSCHINO Vintage Papier-Mâché Heart Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a distressed red papier-mâché heart. Embossed MOSCHINO (only on one earring). Indicative measurements : max. height approx. 1...
Vintage MOSCHINO "I Am What I Am" Peace Sign Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO "I Am What I Am" Peace Sign Novelty Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.74 inches (9.5 cm) Width: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Weight per Earring: 32 grams Features:...
Vintage MOSCHINO Colourful Beaded Long Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Colourful Beaded Long Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 5.11 inches (13 cm) Width: 1.50 inches (3.8 cm) Weight per Earring...
Vintage MOSCHINO Good Luck Horseshoe Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Good Luck Horseshoe Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.54 inches (9 cm) Width: 1.26 inches (3.2 cm) Weight per Earring: 23 grams Features: - 100% Authentic ...
Vintage MOSCHINO Pearl Fleur de Lys Torsade Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Pearl Fleur de Lys Torsade Novelty Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.95 inches (7.5 cm) Width: 1.41 inches (3.6 cm) Weight per...
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Millefiore Disc Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive MOSCHINO Millefiore Disc Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.75 inches (7 cm) Width: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Weight per Earring: 31 grams Features: - 100% Authen...
Interchangeable Earrings in Sterling with Blue Topaz Baguettes
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The Interchangeable Earring Ensembles are the foundation of the Lyra Collection. Lightweight and playful, this ensemble consists of the huggie ...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Martha Seely 14k Gold White Sapphire Dangle Earrings, Modern Style
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
Celebrate every day. Don't keep these earrings in your lock box - these are meant to be worn!!! These Constellation earrings are made in 14ky w...
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold
$410 / set
H 2.01 in W 0.79 in D 0.88 in L 2.01 in
Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver, 14 Karat Ear Wire with Akoya Pearls
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
These pearl earrings are a modern classic. They are Medium Spiral Dangle Earrings from the Orbit collection with sterling silver spirals, a 21 gauge 14karat yellow gold ear wire...
Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
$7,500 / item
Lavender Quartz Waterfall Earrings in 18k White Gold
By Karma El Khalil
Located in New York, NY
Ethereal Ombre Lavender Waterfall Earrings in 18k white gold, featuring ten graduating custom-cut cabochons of Lavender Quartz. Each earring displays five cabochons of lavender quartz gracefully decending in to a single trillion-cut blue-violet Iolite point. 18k White Gold Lavender Quartz : 36.65cts Iolite : 0.19cts From Karma El Khalil's Conversations With The Moon Collection
Iolite, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,300 / item
Aquamarine Drop Earrings 18k White Gold
By Karma El Khalil
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold featuring Custom-Cut Pear Drops of Shimmering Aquamarine Aquamarine: 13.11cts 18k White Gold: 5.78g From Karma El Khalil's Conversations With The Moon Collection...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$310
H 2.01 in W 0.79 in D 0.88 in L 2.01 in
Dangle Earrings with Baroque Tahitian Pearl Earrings in Sterling Silver
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The Medium Spiral Dangle Earrings are rafted from argentium sterling, and feature 20 gauge ear wires and captivating baroque Tahitian pearls. Unlike traditional round pearls, baroque...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$2,627
W 0.32 in L 1.38 in
Vintage Opal and Diamond Dangling Teardrop Clip-On Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Milford, DE
Bold and beautiful, nothing accentuates an outfit better than opals and diamonds! These two-piece dangling clip-on earrings each feature a teardrop-shaped opal set in a 14KT bezel, h...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver with Akoya Pearls
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
These pearl earrings are a modern classic. They are Medium Spiral Dangle Earrings from the Orbit collection with sterling silver spirals, a 20 gauge ear wire and a lustrous, 7-8.5mm ...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
$18,779
W 0.63 in D 0.63 in L 2.33 in
Big Double Face Pink Opal Diamonds Drop with Pear Cut Diamonds Evening Earrings
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Big Double Face Pink Opal and Diamonds Drop with Pear Cut Diamonds Evening Earrings. Exceptional Reversible Earrings with a Unique Spring Hand...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ammanii Key Earrings with Ankh Amulet in Vermeil Gold
By Ammanii
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Key earrings are masterfully handcrafted from sterling silver base with 18k yellow gold plating, in a satin finish with high grade hand set Cubic Zi...
Zircon, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Ammanii Vermeil Gold Drop Earrings with Freshwater Pearls and Tassels
By Ammanii
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Part of our new collection Malikat = Queens. Inspired by the ruling females of ancient Egypt. Queen Nefertari means "Beautiful Companion"- These stunning statement earrings are an ode to her reign and the legacy to dare to set out of the box. Hand crafted vermeil gold with hand set clear zircon...
Zircon, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil
$4,850
H 2.01 in W 0.79 in D 0.89 in L 2.01 in
Dangle Earrings in Gold with Rough Aquamarines and Pave Diamonds
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The award winning Ceres Earrings from the Orbit collection in 14k yellow gold, with hammer- cut aquamarines and 35 tiny pave diamonds on each spiral (70 per earring) that surrounds ...
Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold
Horus Earrings by Ammanii in Vermeil Gold with Long Tassels
By Ammanii
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
We envisioned the deity son Horus honoring his mother Goddess Isis through this beautiful earring. Part of our Malikat = Queens collection- an homage to the queens of ancient Egypt. ...
Zircon, Vermeil
Interchangeable Hoop Earring Ensembles in 14ky Gold
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The Interchangeable Earring Ensembles are the foundation of the Lyra Collection. Lightweight and playful, this ensemble consists of the huggie earring and three hoop elements. The hu...
Gold, 14k Gold
$990
W 0.83 in D 0.16 in L 2.01 in
Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings with Tanzanites, Sapphires, and Diamonds
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
Elevate your everyday ensemble with a touch of celestial elegance. The Constellation Hoop Earrings, expertly crafted from sterling silver, feature an exquisite array of 2.17 carats o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
MOSCHINO Vintage Oversized Cross Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage oversized gold tone cross dangling earrings (clip-on) topped by a domed blue glass cabochon. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measurements : height approx. 10.5 cm (4...
Gilt Metal
MOSCHINO Vintage Massive Jewelled Coin Charm Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage massive antiqued gold tone dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring coins. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measurements : max. height approx. 10.7 cm (4.21 inches) / ma...
Gilt Metal
MOSCHINO Vintage Massive Jewelled Anarchy Symbol Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage massive antiqued gold tone dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring two anarchy symbols embellished with clear crystals. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measurements : ...
Gilt Metal
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Glass Heart Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Green Glass Heart Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.27 inches (8.3 cm) Width: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Weight per Earring: 27 grams Features: - 100% Authentic...
AW18 Moschino Couture Yellow Peace Sign Earrings with Red Polka Dots
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
AW18 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Yellow Peace Sign earrings with Red PolkaDots Additional Information: Material: 100% PL Color: Yellow, Red Size: OS Style: Dangle/Drop Pattern: Po...
Vintage MOSCHINO Button Safety Pin Novelty Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Button Safety Pin Novelty Dangling Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.95 inches (7.5 cm) Width: 0.71 inch (1.8 cm) Weight per Earring: ...
MOSCHINO Vintage Gold Tone Peace Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage antiqued gold tone breaded metal dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a large 3-dimensional peace sign topped by a faux pearl. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measu...
Gilt Metal
Vintage MOSCHINO Nautical Anchor Wheel Novelty Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Nautical Anchor Wheel Novelty Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.93 inches (10 cm) Width: 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) Weight per Earring: 21 ...
Vintage Iconic MOSCHINO Jeweled Question Mark Novelty Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Iconic MOSCHINO Jeweled Question Mark Novelty Earrings Measurements: Height: 2.71 inches (6.9 cm) Width: 1 inch (2.6 cm) Weight per Earring: ...
Moschino Vintage Resin Heart Peace Sign Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage gold toned dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a resin heart with a peace sign insert. Embossed MOSCHINO. Indicative measurements : he...
Moschino NEW Gold Filigree Monogram Large Evening Dangle Hoop Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES WOW! Amazing price reduction for a limited time only! Metal Gold tone Clip on closure Made in Italy Drop 3"
Moschino NEW Gold Ball Black Heart Dangle Drop Evening Earrings in Box
By Moschino
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Metal Gold tone Clip on closure Includes original Moschino box
Moschino NEW Gold Black Doorknocker Dangle Drop Evening Hoop Earrings in Box
By Moschino
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Metal Gold tone Enamel Clip on closure Includes original Moschino box
Moschino Vintage Oversized Cross Dangling Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage oversized gold tone cross dangling earrings (clip-on). Marked MOSCHINO BIJOUX. Embossed MOSCHINO on the reverse. Indicative measurem...
Moschino Candy Cane Drop Clip On Earrings
By Moschino
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Moschino gold tone candy cane drop clip-on earrings with "Moschino Milano" written on it. Very pop art with fun and funky Mosc...