Visionary designer Paco Rabanne first made a name for himself in the 1960s when he introduced dresses, handbags and other clothing and accessories that went against the common sensibilities of the time and challenged the public's perception of what fashion should be. By working with unlikely materials such as paper and Rhodoid — a cellulose acetate plastic often used to line baking pans — Rabanne forced the fashion world to reconsider materials and form.
Rabanne was born Francisco Rabaneda y Cuervo in Spain’s Basque region. His mother was the head seamstress at Balenciaga when she relocated herself and her son to France in 1939 to escape the Spanish Civil War. Once in France, he took on the name Paco Rabanne.
Rabanne studied architecture at the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris but pivoted toward fashion and began to design accessories and costume jewelry. Rabanne collaborated with many acclaimed luxury houses — his early clients included Charles Jourdan, Givenchy, Pierre Cardin and Dior.
By 1966, Rabanne was working on avant-garde designs in his own newly-opened studio. He introduced a couture collection titled “Twelve Unwearable Dresses in Contemporary Materials.” The garments — made of aluminum, plastic and eco-friendly paper and fastened with wire — were unveiled at a show that featured music and models of color (both uncommon characteristics for such an event). Sculptural, sexy and solidly Space Age in appearance, Rabanne’s experiments turned heads. Pop star-actresses Brigitte Bardot and Françoise Hardy would soon be seen in the designer’s iconic metallic dresses, and Rabanne found enthusiasts in the likes of revolutionary couturier Elsa Schiaparelli and art collector Peggy Guggenheim. In 1968 Rabanne designed leather boots and erotically charged dresses made of molded plastic and chain-mail mesh for the science fiction film Barbarella.
Rabanne called Salvador Dalí a close friend and drew on the Surrealist movement in his designs. He continued to use unconventional materials in his work. From aluminum jersey and fur to ostrich feathers and Velcro, everything was suitable for his pioneering garments. And Rabanne’s talents are diverse — his prolific output even includes stylish furniture.
In 1999 Rabanne retired from the fashion business. In 2010 he was named Officer of the Legion d’Honneur by the French culture minister. Today, under the creative direction of French designer Julien Dossena, the Paco Rabanne brand continues to innovate and offer looks that nod to the past as well as the future.
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Paco Rabanne Reedition Black Disco Disc Nano Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
A rare miniature Reedition from the Paco Rabanne revolutionary 1969 design, this nano bag is Crafted from black round disco discs and rings suspended from an elongated articulated ch...
F/W 2001 Paco Rabanne Runway Buckle Sheer Panel Black Bodycon Y2K Gown FR36
By Paco Rabanne
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black sleeveless gown designed for Paco Rabanne’s Fall/Winter 2001 runway collection. This elegant form-fitting dress features a high neckline and a sheer mesh-...
1980's Paco Rabanne Black Silk Shirt Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's New with Tag black silk button up shirt dress with a wool crepe skirt and wide attached belt from PACO RABANNE.
Paco Rabanne White Leather Belt
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - White leather belt with golden metal. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Total length: 98 cm Seller Reference: ACC74
Paco Rabanne F/W 2002 Piercing Wool Black Hooded Coat
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Paris, FR
Size Medium Made in France Shoulders : 53cm Chest : 55cm Sleeves : 66cm Length : 73cm
Paco Rabanne Red Leather Bag with Silvery Metal, 1960s
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - (Made in France) Red leather bag with silvery metal. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 24 cm - Height: 28 cm Period: 20th Century ...
$4,452
Paco Rabanne jacket
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - (Made in France) Black blended wool jacket, shoulders and sleeve bottoms decorated with black Rhodoid pastilles and openwork silvery metal. No size indicated, it fits ...
1980's Paco Rabanne White Velvet Buckle Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's Paco Rabanne white stretch velour mini dress with a square neckline and three metal buckles at the chest. New with Tags.
Vintage PACO RABANNE Logo Chainmail Metal Harness Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage PACO RABANNE Logo Chainmail Metal Harness Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 13.18 inches (33.5 cm) Bust: 17.12 inches (43.5 cm) Waist: 15.35 inches (39 cm) Hips: 17.71 inches (45 cm) Length: 37 inches (94 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic PACO RABANNE. - Iconic Paco...
Paco Rabanne black skirt
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Black jersey skirt with side transparent bands. Size label missing, it fits a 38FR. Prototype from the 2000s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 37 cm...
Paco Rabanne Blue Denim Fall Pants, 2023
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Blue denim pants with silvery metallic effect. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. 2023 Fall-Winter Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition ...
Vintage PACO RABANNE Logo Metal Disc Space Age Belt
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage PACO RABANNE Logo Metal Disc Space Age Belt Measurements: Buckle Height: 2.59 inches (6.6 cm) Belt Height: 2.16 inches (5.5 cm) Overall Length:...
Paco Rabanne Black Hooded Jacket
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Black hooded jacket with a silvery interior. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width...
1980's Paco Rabanne Black Silk Belted Mini Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's Black silk sleeveless fitted mini dress with an attached metal horse bit buckled belt from PACO RABANNE and an invisible back zipper. New with tags.
Paco Rabanne Black Vinyl Pants, 2021
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Black vinyl pants. Size 36FR. 2021 Summer Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 37 cm - Hips: 43 cm - Length: 116 cm P...
Paco Rabanne Reedition 1969 Orange Resine Nano bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
Paco Rabanne reedition 1969 orange nano bag. Crafted from vivid orange resin panels intricately connected by silver-tone metal rings, with an orange inner leather bag and a silver-to...
Paco Rabanne Navy-Blue Calfskin Handbag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - (Made in France) Navy-blue calfskin handbag with golden metallic pastille handle. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 17 cm - Height...
PACO RABANNE coral mohair blend crystal flower puff sleeved cropped pullover S
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PACO RABANNE coral orange mohair blend crystal flower puff sleeved cropped pullover S Reference: LACG/A00528 Brand: Paco Rabanne Collection: 2021 Material: Mohair, Blend Color: Orang...
A paper Dress and adhesive tape by Anik Robelin for Paco Rabanne Paris - C. 1967
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1967 France Gadget paper dress created in Roanne by Anik Robelin for Paco Rabanne. Sleeveless long dress applied with brown, yellow and gold fringed adhesive tape. Press stud t...
Orange rayon jersey dress draped on the side with snap RABANNE
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange rayon jersey dress draped on the side with snap. One snap closure on the top middle back. SIZE 36 / S
Paco Rabanne bag 1969 by Paco Rabanne circa 1970
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - A Collection circa 1970-1980, under the artistic direction of Paco Rabanne. 1969 bag made of silvery metal pastilles articulated. Not signed piece. Condition: Very ...
1990s Contemporary Stylized Horses Silk Scarf by Paco Rabanne
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This rare 1990s Paco Rabanne silk scarf is a sophisticated example of the designer’s ability to merge classical motifs with a sharp, contemporary edge. The centerpiece of the design ...
Navy blue wool double-breasted blazer with gold lurex top stiching Paco Rabanne
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue wool double-breasted blazer with gold lurex top-stitching on the arms
Silver lurex top-stitched skirt suit Paco Rabanne
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver lurex top-stitched skirt suit WITH ZIP IN THE MIDDLE FRONT. SIZE 38
PACO RABANNE Geometric Floral asymmetric ring drape cap sleeve top FR34 XS
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PACO RABANNE Geometric Floral asymmetric ring drape cap sleeve top FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A01717 Brand: Paco Rabanne Collection: Spring/Summer 2021 Material: Viscose, Elastane Color...
Paco Rabanne Straight Leg Jeans in Blue Cotton Denim
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Houston, TX
The Paco Rabanne Straight Leg Jeans in blue cotton denim combine comfort and style in a perfectly tailored fit. These jeans feature a classic straight-leg design that offers both eas...
Paco Rabanne set Resort 2024
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Set composed of a silvery metallic mesh top and a skirt decorated with lace. Size 36FR indicated. 2024 Resort Collection under the artistic direction of Julien Dossena...
Wrapped cocktail dress in black shiny rayon and side buttons Paco Rabanne
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wrapped cocktail dress in black shiny rayon and side button. SIZE 8 US
Paco Rabanne Rich Shades of Browns and Yellow Striped Center Silk Scarf
By Paco Rabanne
Located in New York, NY
Paco Rabanne wonderfully rich shades of browns and yellow accented with black surrounding a striped center silk scarf measures 30 inches by 31 inches. Edges are hand-rolled and ...
Paco Rabanne Vintage Women's Belt 1990s 70 cm Black Leather
Paco Rabanne, France 2000 Silver Jacket
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Sharon, CT
Black on grayish silver 'Persian' Design. Padded shoulders. Black rectangular plastic buttons. EU 40-42 approx.
PACO RABANNE Size 4 Silver Viscose Blend Cap Sleeves Asymmetrical Midi Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Francisco, CA
PACO RABANNE cocktail dress in a metallic silver tone viscose blend fabric featuring an asymmetrical skirt, ruched side details, and cap sleeves.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor ...
Paco Rabanne Pink Ostrich Leather Skater Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Pink ostrich leather skater dress with pink and blue metal rings. No size or composition label, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Chest: 40 cm, Wa...
Vintage PACO RABANNE PARIS Space Age Metal Embellish Pocket Jacket
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage PACO RABANNE PARIS Space Age Metal Embellish Pocket Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 15.35 inc...
1970s Paco Rabanne Yellow Day Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This fabulous butterscotch colored Paco Rabanne T-shirt dress dates from the 1970's. Features a shirt collar, two patch pockets, and a front button closure. Plastic buttons are shiny...
PACO RABANNE Size S Black Cotton Blend Cutout Logo Hooded Pullover
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Francisco, CA
PACO RABANNE pullover sweatshirt in a black cotton stretch blend fabric featuring a hooded style, all over monogram logo cutout pattern, and kangaroo pocket. Made in Portugal.Excelle...
Rabanne Khaki Hooded Parka Coat, 2021
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Khaki hooded parka coat. The bottom of the sleeves is made of silvery metallic fabric. No size indicated, it fits an L. 2021 circa Collection. Additional information:...
$1,031
Paco Rabanne leather bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - (Made in Italy) Half-moon shape leather bag edges enhanced with silvery pastilles. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 30 cm - Width: 40 cm - Depth: 3 cm -...
Paco Rabanne Runway Leather Fringe Skirt - Manish Arora FW 2012 - Look 35
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
This black jersey skirt was featured as Look 35 on the Paco Rabanne Fall/Winter 2012 runway under the creative direction of Manish Arora. True to the house's avant-garde heritage, it...
Paco Rabanne set Haute Couture Winter 1994
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Black silk crepe tuxedo set with a jacket and a dress, mesh made of métallic plastic elements linked with metallic rings. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR. 1994-1995 ...
Paco Rabanne belt-necklace
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Metallic pastilles belt in yellow, blue, and burgundy tones. A Collection from the 1980s under the artistic direction of Paco Rabanne. Condition: Very good condition ...
PACO RABANNE Size 34 Tan Corduroy Cotton Peak Lapel Sport Coat
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Francisco, CA
PACO RABANNE sport coat in a tan cotton corduroy fabric featuring a peak lapel, single vented back, and double button closure.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: IT 44 Measu...
Paco Rabanne mini crossbody bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Mini black leather pastilles handbag with silvery metal rings and a removable silvery metal handle. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 9 cm - Height:...
Paco Rabanne Silvery Leather Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - (Made in Italy) Silvery leather bag with mirror effect, edged with silvery metallic pastilles. White leather inside. Additional information: Condition: Good condition...
$1,171
Paco Rabanne handbag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - (Made in Italy) Black leather bag with a flap, leather pastilles, silvery metal rings, and a removable black leather strap. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Len...
Belt Paco Rabanne Fluorescent Leather Belt, 1968
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Fluorescent colored leather belt. Accessory dating from the 1968 collection. To note, presence of stains on the leather. Not signed. Additional information: Dimensi...
$360Sale Price|20% Off
Paco Rabanne Navy and Multicolor Long Sleeves Sweatshirt Top, Size 38
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Featuring navy, black and multicolor sweatshirt with crew neckline. Floral motif pattern on the front of the top.
Paco Rabanne x H&M, Midi leopard dress.
By Paco Rabanne
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Paco Rabanne x H&M, Midi leopard dress. The item is new with tags.
Retro Paco Rabanne Black and White High Neck Panel Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Paco Rabanne black and white high neck panel dress. Featuring a silver buckle on the waist. Very chic and retro style! - Made in France. - Size M. - Bust: 28 inche...
Paco Rabanne Black Short Sleeve Polo
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Classic black polo from vintage Paco Rabanne is 100% viscose. IT has one small breast pocket.
1980's Paco Rabanne Black and White Psychedelic Print Shirt Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's Paco Rabanne black and white silk psychedelic print long sleeve shirt dress with a wool crepe skirt and an attached wide belt. New with Tags.
Paco Rabanne Silk Foulard with Flowers and Animals
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - (Made in France) Silk foulard illustrated with flowers and animals. To be mentioned, one of the topstitched edge is unstitched. Additional information: Condition: Goo...