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Designer: Mugler
Mugler Acid Green Jacket with its iconic shape
By Thierry Mugler, Mugler
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
Mugler Acid Green Jacket with lettuce edges.
Circa 1990s.
. Fitted design silhouette
· Deep V-neck
· Lettuce edges
Fits S, M
Tag label 38FR
Flat measurements :
pit to pit : 42...
Category
1990s Italian Mugler
Black skirt suit with silver studs and black leather collar Mugler
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black skirt suit with silver studs and black leather collar. Main fabric composition: 54% polyester, 46% Spandex. Branded zip puller.
Lining: 100% polyester
SIZE 38 (Fr) 8 (Us)
Category
Early 2000s European Mugler
Jean with cut-work and tulle inset Mugler NEW
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Jean with cut-work and tulle inset. Jean fabric composition: 72% cotton, 28% elasthane. Tulle: 77% polyamide, 23% polyester. Branded button in the middle front closure and branded st...
Category
2010s Italian Mugler
Purple skirt suit with zip closure middle front MUGLER Circa 2000
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple skirt suit with zip closure middle front.
No fabric composition tag but main fabric is probably wool and lining is probably acetate or rayon.
Size M (Jacket ) and S (skirt)
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Mugler
Black jacket with zip closure and cut-work Mugler
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black jacket with zip closure and cut-work.No fabric composition tag but probably rayon.
Shoulder-pads. Branded zip puller.
SIZE M
Category
Early 2000s European Mugler
Mugler Short-Sleeve Cutout Black Rainbow Colorblock Sheath Dress
By Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
MUGLER short-sleeve cutout black/rainbow colorblock sheath dress.
As seen on DEMI LOVATO, MIRIAM SHOR (Diana Trout on Younger on TV Land) and ROBIN ROBERTS (Good Morning America on ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mugler
$1,006 Sale Price
30% Off
Mugler H&M Leather ankle boots black - US 7 / EU 39 / UK 6 Limited Edition NEW
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in London, GB
BRAND NEW with box
Mugler x H&M Limited Edition Black Leather Ankle Boots – Size US 7 / EU 39 / UK 6
AT THE TIME OF LISTING, THESE BOOTS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN OTHER SIZES ON OUR STOREFRONT
These beautiful Mugler x H&M black ankle boots are the only footwear design created for the exclusive Limited Edition 2023 Mugler x H&M collaboration, a capsule that sold out worldwide within 20 minutes of its release. They stand as one of the defining pieces of the collection, embodying Mugler’s sculptural aesthetic and the collaboration’s archival inspiration.
In Mugler’s late 1970s - early 1980s collections, the house collaborated exclusively with Maud Frizon, one of the most influential shoe designers of the period. Many pieces from the H&M capsule were derived from the archives and re-invented for this modern reissue, making these boots a particularly significant collectible.
Although officially part of the men’s collection, these boots are a unisex classic statement piece and integrate seamlessly into any wardrobe. Constructed in supple black leather with glossy patent contrast, they feature a pointed toe, offset block heel, and a side zipper closure with silver-toned hardware and a Mugler-branded pull tab.
DETAILS
COLOUR: Black leather & patent leather
Upper: 100% Leather
Lining: 100% Leather
Sole: 100% Polyurethane
Heel Height: 4.5 cm
Closure: Side zip with Mugler-branded pull
Marked Size: US 7 / EU 39 / UK 6
Approx. Fit: True to size
MEASUREMENTS:
Heel Height: 4.5 cm / 1.77 in
Top of Heel to Ankle Shaft (front): 21.5 cm / 8.46 in
Heel Width: 10.7 cm / 4.21 in
Widest Sole Width: 11.5 cm / 4.53 in
Weight of Single Boot: 853 g / 1.88 lb
PROVENANCE & STYLE NOTES
Released in May 2023, the Mugler x H&M collaboration was a global phenomenon and remains one of the most celebrated designer x high street partnerships of the decade. Nearly every piece sold out within 20 minutes, and this pair, as the only footwear produced for the collection, holds a special place in the collaboration’s history.
Drawing inspiration from archival Mugler designs and Maud Frizon’s influential footwear collaborations, these boots represent Mugler’s futuristic silhouette reimagined for the contemporary era under Casey Cadwallader.
While not runway-documented to a Mugler couture collection, this piece is entirely consistent with Cadwallader’s modern Mugler aesthetic, defined by architectural lines, futuristic silhouettes, and unisex appeal. Released only in limited numbers as part of the short-lived collaboration, these boots are now increasingly difficult to source in this brand new condition.
CONDITION
Brand New with box - minor marking & tear to box
Boots: No major scuffs, creases, or defects.
Original soles intact.
Please refer to the image gallery for a thorough condition check, as these form part of the description.
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ABOUT: MANFRED THIERRY MUGLER
(21 December 1948 – 23 January 2022)
A French fashion designer, creative director and creative adviser of Mugler.
In the 1970s, Mugler launched his eponymous fashion house; and quickly rose to prominence in the following decades for his avant-garde architectural, hyperfeminine and theatrical approach to haute couture.
He was one of the first designers to champion diversity in his runway shows, which often tackled racism and ageism, and incorporated non-traditional models such as drag queens, pornstars, and transgender women.
In 2002, he retired from the brand, and returned in 2013 as the creative adviser.
At the beginning of his career he designed signature looks for Michael Jackson, Madonna, Grace Jones, Duran Duran, Viktor Lazlo, David Bowie and Diana Ross; most notably Demi Moore's dress from the 1993 movie Indecent Proposal, which was once coined "the most famous dress of the 1990s".
In 1992, he directed and designed the outfits for George Michael's "Too Funky" music video; also that year he launched the perfume Angel, which became one of the best-selling perfumes of the 20th century. Mugler's fall 1995 haute couture collection, marking the 20th anniversary of his brand, was staged at the Cirque d’Hiver venue in Paris; and has been referred to as the "Woodstock of Fashion", for having over 300 designed looks, an elaborate set design, dozens of high-profile supermodels and a performance from James Brown.
He also designed costumes for Beyoncé's I Am... World Tour, and created a one-off design for Kim Kardashian to wear to the 2019 Met Gala.
At the age of 24, Mugler moved to Paris. He began designing clothes for Gudule, a Parisian boutique.
At 26, he began to design for a variety of large ready-to-wear fashion houses in Paris, Milan, London and Barcelona.
In 1971, he began designing clothes for Karim, already showing the broad-shouldered, 1940s-derived looks he would become famous for in later years.
In 1972, his full-skirted raincoat became a hit.
In 1973, Mugler created his first personal collection called "Café de Paris". The style of the collection was both sophisticated and urban. Melka Tréanton, a powerful fashion editor, helped to launch his career.
In 1976, she asked him to show his work in Tokyo for an event organized by Shiseido.
The 1977 showing of his spring 1978 line displayed a punk influence.
In 1978, he opened his first Paris boutique at the Place des Victoires in the 1er Arrondissement and rapidly gained attention as among the most extreme of the Fall 1978 broad-shoulder brigade of designers, with a penchant for mid-20th-century sci-fi themes and exaggerated 1940s-50s-style glamour marked by sharply constructed tailoring
At the same time, Mugler launched a fashion collection for men. He would continue into the following decade with his 1940s-style shoulders on 1950s-tailored suits amid retrograde Wagnerian showmanship.
During the 1980s and 1990s Mugler became an internationally recognized designer, often grouped with his friends Claude Montana and Azzedine Alaïa but known especially for his shapely suits, and his collections garnered much commercial success. Except for a couple of sedate salon presentations in 1986 and 1987 (when he also reduced his shoulder padding), his fashion shows were extravagant affairs held in arena-like environments and the collections associated with them had themes, sci-fi and cavewoman themes in the late seventies, celestial themes later, a 60s theme one season, an Africa theme another, a vampire-devil theme the next, and an aquatic theme the next, with ongoing creative motifs that would span multiple collections, like his late-eighties inclusion of garments and accessories modelled after the tailfins and chrome trim of 1950s U.S. automobiles most recognisably 1959 Cadillacs
At the request of the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture, he completed his first haute couture collection in 1992.
He designed the dresses of Viktor Lazlo for hosting Eurovision 1987.
He created the black dress worn by Demi Moore in the 1993 movie Indecent Proposal.
Mugler also directed short films, advertising films and video clips. He regularly designed costumes for musical comedies, concerts, operas, and the theatre (including Macbeth for the Comédie Française). He worked with Robert Altman and George Michael (he directed the video for Michael's "Too Funky" in 1992). He also directed the first advertising film for one of his fragrances, Alien.
Mugler left fashion in 2002.
In 2002, Mugler collaborated with the Cirque du Soleil. He directed "Extravaganza", one of the scenes of Zumanity, and created all of the costumes and the identity of the characters in the show.
In 2008, the Mugler brand launched Thierry Mugler Beauty, a high-end line of cosmetics.
In 2009, Mugler worked as artistic advisor to singer Beyoncé. He created the costumes for her "I Am... World Tour".
In September 2010, Nicola Formichetti was announced to be the Creative Director of the Thierry Mugler brand. He changed the brand name to MUGLER, removing the first name, and in January 2011, he launched the revival of the brand's menswear collection in collaboration with Romain Kremer.
In December 2013, House of Mugler announced David Koma as the artistic director.
In 2016, Mugler created and directed the music video and staging for San Marino's Eurovision Song Contest entry "I Didn't Know" performed by Turkish singer Serhat.
Despite retiring from his brand in 2003, he made the exception to design under his name "House of Mugler" for the Met Gala in 2019 and for Kim Kardashian. Getting his inspiration from Sophia Loren in the film Boy on a Dolphin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mugler
Mugler Velvet Dress
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Mugler dress in velvet color turquoise, size S.
Condition:
Really good.
Packing/accessories:
Hanger.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mugler
Mugler Vintage Leather Look Semi-Sheer Panels Black Jumpsuit
By Mugler
Located in Naples, FL
Mugler Vintage Leather Look Semi-Sheer Open Knit Panels Black Jumpsuit
Mugler black leather look jumpsuit featuring semi-sheer open knit panels, mock neck style, buckled in the back...
Category
Early 2000s Mugler
MUGLER 90S faux fur Biker jacket
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in Genève, CH
Made of soft black faux fur fabric, this biker jacker has the emblematic sculpted Mugler’s shape.
-Double breasted biker cut
-Closed by six silver snap buttons embellished with a star
-One breast...
Category
1990s French Mugler
MUGLER Size 2 Orange Yellow Polyamide Blend Ombre Body-Con Mini Cocktail Dress
By Mugler
Located in San Francisco, CA
MUGLER dress comes in a orange and yellow polyamide blend mesh material featuring a one shoulder style, ombre colors, mini dress in a body-con shape, and a side zipper closure. Comes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mugler
$552 Sale Price
20% Off
Navy blue and white dress with opening on the shoulders MUGLER
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue and white dress with opening on the shoulders.
Fabric composition 1: 86% rayon, 10% polyamide, 4% elastane. Fabric composition 2...
Category
2010s Italian Mugler
Important MUGLER Dress Hot Red Carpet Evening Black Metal
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Red Carpet Glamour Luxury Piece
Amazing MUGLER dress! Worn on the red carpet by Nicole Kidman.
Long-sleeved black mini dress with absolutey stunning si...
Category
2010s Mugler
Vintage Mugler 1990’s Black Asymmetric Dress
By Mugler
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1990's Mugler black asymmetric dress. Features deep cut neckline with racerback, halter neck silhouette, silver eyelets lining below the bust and asymmetric hemline. In excel...
Category
1990s French Mugler
Black wool cocktail dress with silk chiffon see-through sleeves MUGLER NEW
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool cocktail dress with silk chiffon see-through sleeves. Silk lining. Cut-work. Button and buttonhole on the cuffs + 1 extra button provided.
Zip and hook&eye closure on the...
Category
2010s French Mugler
Beautiful Mugler Blouse Black Semi Sheer Top Wool Collar Cuffs Sexy
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful lovely semi sheer black Mugler blouse. Soft silky sheer fabric, the collar and cuffs are made of high quality wool.
Nice to wear with a pretty bra or combined with a corset or deep V-neck blazer.
Please note that the black Thierry Mugler Corset...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mugler
Mugler Vintage Long Cocktail Dress with Distinctive Neckline
By Mugler
Located in Milano, IT
Very rare vintage dress designed by Thierry Mugler in the 1980s, made in France.
ORIGINAL LABEL.
The dress is very beautiful and elegant, reserved...
Category
1980s French Mugler
$5,750 Sale Price
20% Off
MUGLER Vintage Nude Tone Mesh with Black Crack Design Ensemble Size M
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
MUGLER vintage nude tone mesh rare bodysuit and skirt ensemble featuring a black crack design all over.
BODYSUIT features :
- Mandarin collar.
- Front down zippered closure.
- Snap ...
Category
20th Century Italian Mugler
$1,509 Sale Price
30% Off
Thierry Mugler Rare Purple Illusion Jacket Drape Pattern
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous rare Mugler Jacket. Sculptural shape with fitted waist and deep V-neck. Illusion drape pattern, stunning purple colours. Closes with metal press buttons at the front. Except...
Category
Early 2000s French Mugler
Mugler Stretch Dress in Wool
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
MUGLER dress in wool color green, size M.
Condition:
Excellent.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mugler
Mugler Vintage Brown Halterneck Backless Overall with PVC Details
By Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
MUGLER vintage brown halterneckl backless overall with PVC details.
Probably from the early 2000s.
This overall features :
- Brown PVC collar with snap button closure.
- Structured...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mugler
$838 Sale Price
30% Off
New Mugler S/S 2015 Runway Plunging Neckline White Jumpsuit
By Mugler
Located in Naples, FL
New Mugler S/S 2015 Runway Plunging Neckline White Jumpsuit
Category
2010s Mugler
Thierry Mugler S/S 2001 Couture Runway Open Back Jumpsuit
By Mugler
Located in Naples, FL
THIERRY MUGLER S/S 2001 COUTURE RUNWAY SEXY PLUNGING NECKLINE OPEN BACK JUMPSUIT
Thierry Mugler high-rise wide-leg jumpsuit with dual pockets, leather a...
Category
Early 2000s Mugler
$2,560 Sale Price
20% Off
MUGLER Size 0 Black Lamb Skin Pencil Below Knee Skirt
By Mugler
Located in San Francisco, CA
MUGLER skirt
in a black lambskin leather fabric featuring a pencil style with side slit, wavy polyester blend waistband detail, and back zipper closure. Made in France.Excellent Pre-...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mugler
Mugler Black Cut Out Knee-length Dress Size M
By Mugler
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the dress is evident on this used Mugler designer resale item.
Details
Black
Synthetic
Knee-length
Cut out acc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Mugler
Mugler Black Cut Out Mini Dress Size M
By Mugler
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the dress is evident on this used Mugler designer resale item.
Details
Black
Synthetic
Mini dress
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Mugler
Mugler Velvet Dress
By Thierry Mugler, Mugler
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Mugler dress in velvet color turquoise, size S.
Condition:
Really good.
Packing/accessories:
Hanger.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mugler
$1,186
White cocktail dress with cut-work and opening Mugler Paris
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White cocktail dress with cut-work and opening.
Zip and hook&eye in the middle back.
SIZE 38
Category
2010s Italian Mugler
Black nylon shoulder bag with leather handle MUGLER
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black nylon shoulder bag with leather handle. Black nylon lining with stars pattern. 1 inside pocket with zip and 2 inside flat pockets. Zip closure on the middle top.
SIZE: 42cm X ...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Mugler
Golden brown sleeveless leather dress with crocodile pattern emboldened Mugler
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Golden brown sleeveless leather lamb dress with crocodile pattern. Acetate lining.
Zip middle back. Cut-work on the breast and waist.
SIZE 38 / M
Category
Early 2000s French Mugler
2000S Mugler Gunmetal Grey Plastic Coated Bustier
By Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Missing label
2000S Mugler Gunmetal Grey Plastic Coated Bustier
Vintage condition: Excellent.
Category
Early 2000s Mugler
Black thin wool skirt-suit with zip closure middle front MUGLER
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black thin wool skirt-suit with zip closure middle front and branded zip puller.
Main fabric composition: 95% wool, 5% elastane. Acetate lining.
Cut-work. Pocket on both side.
SIZ...
Category
1990s French Mugler
Fabulous MUGLER Blazer Padlock Jacket Black Silver Metal Lock
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extraordinairy MUGLER blazer. This is giving strong femme fatale & Helmut Newton photography vibes. Very rare Mugler ceration with silver metal padlock closure. Black wool ...
Category
Early 2000s French Mugler
MUGLER Size 0 Black Lamb Skin Pencil Below Knee Skirt
By Mugler
Located in San Francisco, CA
MUGLER skirt
in a black lambskin leather fabric featuring a pencil style with side slit, wavy polyester blend waistband detail, and back zipper closure. Made in France.Excellent Pre-...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mugler
Mugler Light Blue Denim Spiral Panelled High Rise Jeans Size S
By Mugler
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to jeans is evident on this used Mugler designer resale item.
Details
Light blue
Denim
Straight leg jeans...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Mugler
Mugler Black Draped Skirt
By Mugler
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the epitome of contemporary elegance with the Mugler Black Draped Skirt, a mesmerizing piece that effortlessly combines modernity and versatility. Crafted from stretch-jersey, this midi skirt is a masterclass in design, featuring meticulous gathering and draping to create a stunning asymmetric silhouette. The dynamic design not only showcases the craftsmanship but also accentuates your curves in a tasteful and flattering manner.
The stretch-jersey fabric ensures comfort without compromising style, allowing for easy movement while maintaining a sleek look. The asymmetric hem adds a touch of drama and flair, making it a statement piece for any occasion. This skirt seamlessly transitions from day to night, offering a contemporary and versatile addition to your wardrobe.
Embrace the avant-garde with the Mugler Black Draped Skirt, where modern design meets timeless sophistication. Elevate your style effortlessly with this unique and flattering piece that is sure to turn heads and leave a lasting impression. Style this with a Mugler bodysuit...
Category
2010s Mugler
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- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between Mugler and Thierry Mugler comes down to timing. When designer Thierry Mugler founded his fashion house in 1973, he named the brand Thierry Mugler after himself. In 2010, he retired, and Nicola Formichetti became the brand's new creative director. A year later, in 2011, the company was renamed Mugler. Find a selection of Thierry Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- What is the Mugler style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The Mugler style is avant-garde and dramatic. Thierry Mugler's career pushed the boundaries of what fashion design and clothing could mean. Mugler became known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly experimental designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements and an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials like PVC and leather. Recent years have seen Mugler's archival designs, especially from his 1995 haute couture show, take center stage, coinciding with the resurgence of camp in fashion and the return of bodycon dresses. Mugler's influence on over-the-top fashion can be seen in the work of designers such as Jeremy Scott and Alexander McQueen. Explore an assortment of Thierry Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Thierry Mugler is most famous for his evening gowns and his dramatic fashion shows. His penchant for performance, drama and costuming came from his background in ballet, having danced as a teenager with the Opéra national du Rhin in his hometown of Strasbourg, France. In the 1980s and ’90s, his couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, similar to those of his contemporaries, Jean Paul Gaultier and Christian Lacroix. Mugler would become known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly avant-garde designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials like PVC and leather. Shop a collection of Thierry Mugler from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Thierry Mugler stepped down from his eponymous fashion house in 2002. In the 2010s, Mugler’s archival designs, especially from his 1995 haute couture show, once more took center stage, coinciding with the resurgence of camp in fashion and the return of bodycon dresses. The brand’s roster of clients has included some of the most visionary figures in fashion, from David Bowie and Diana Ross to Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, and the founder’s influence on over-the-top fashion can be seen in the work of designers such as Jeremy Scott and Alexander McQueen. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Thierry Mugler pieces from some of the world's top boutiques.
- Is Mugler haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Whether Mugler is haute couture may vary from year to year. This is due to the fact that the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode updates its list of haute couture fashion houses annually. Generally, the French luxury fashion house founded by Thierry Mugler has regularly appeared on the list of official haute couture fashion houses. Explore a variety of Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Thierry Mugler's nationality was French. He was born in Strasbourg, France, in 1948 and moved to Paris at the age of 24. In 1973, he founded his eponymous brand and introduced his first line, called Café de Paris. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage Thierry Mugler apparel and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques.
- Is Mugler a French brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024Yes, Mugler is a French brand. The fashion house opened in 1973 in Paris, France. Its name comes from its late founder, French designer Thierry Mugler. Find vintage Thierry Mugler apparel and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Why did Mugler stop designing?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024The late Thierry Mugler stopped designing in 2002 for a few reasons. After his retirement, the internationally revered French designer expressed dissatisfaction with shifting fashion trends, saying he wasn't excited or inspired by the minimalist looks that were popular at the time. He also described being tired of working long hours. In addition, his fashion house was facing financial difficulties during the early 2000s. Explore a variety of Thierry Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Thierry Mugler changed fashion by pushing the boundaries of what fashion design and clothing could mean. He had a penchant for performance, drama and costuming that came from his background in ballet, having danced as a teenager with the Opéra national du Rhin in his hometown of Strasbourg, France. In the 1980s and 90s, his couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, similar to those of his contemporaries Jean Paul Gaultier and Christian Lacroix. In one of Mugler’s shows, the then-pregnant legendary supermodel Pat Cleveland was suspended from the ceiling and then glided down the runway surrounded by clouds of smoke. Mugler would become known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly avant-garde designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials like PVC and leather. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Thierry Mugler pieces.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Thierry Mugler's style is often described as avant garde. He was known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his pieces that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, and an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials like PVC and leather. Shop our collection of Thierry Mugler pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Thierry Mugler became popular during the 1980s and 1990s. In the 1970s, the forward-looking fashion designer founded his brand with his first personal collection. During the 1980s, his couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, and he eventually gained fans in celebrities and models such as Naomi Campbell, George Michael and even RuPaul. He gained popularity for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly avant-garde designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements, an integration of metal and uniquely treated materials. In recent years, there has been renewed interest in his evening gowns due to celebrities like Cardi B. and Kim Kardashian wearing his dresses on the red carpet. Shop an assortment of vintage Thierry Mugler pieces on 1stDibs.