To suggest that Ralph Lauren has come a long way is an understatement. From his humble beginnings as a tie salesman working out of a drawer at New York’s Empire State Building, he grew one of the world’s largest and most successful fashion empires from scratch.
For decades, Ralph Lauren’s clothing brand has blended classic, preppy Americana East Coast-style with the look of upper-crust English aristocracy. This style is the hallmark of Ralph Lauren’s design and can be seen in all facets of his brand, from its vintage apparel, accessories and jewelry to furniture and décor.
The iconic fashion designer was born Ralph Rueben Lifshitz in New York City and grew up in the Bronx. When he and his brother were in their teens, they changed their surname from Lifshitz to Lauren after being teased about it at school. Later on, Lauren took business classes at night, worked at various menswear retailers and did a stint in the U.S. Army. While working at tie manufacturer Beau Brummel, he was inspired to create his own line of ties.
In 1967, Lauren launched “Polo,” ties handmade from high-quality fabrics featuring a wide design. They were a success. Lauren sold $500,000 worth to retail giants Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Paul Stuart in his first year.
Lauren expanded his designs into clothing, with his first menswear line of classic tweed suits in 1968 and, in 1971, his first line of womenswear featuring classic feminine tailoring. Lauren’s nostalgic fashion soon captured the eye of Hollywood. He created costumes for the 1974 adaptation of The Great Gatsby and was responsible for Diane Keaton’s distinctive feminine menswear look in 1977’s Annie Hall. Ralph Lauren’s designs have since garnered national and international acclaim and recognition — from Gwyneth Paltrow’s iconic pink 1999 Oscars dress to becoming the official outfitter of Team USA for the Olympics since 2008.
In 2018, Ralph Lauren celebrated his 50th anniversary with a star-studded fashion show and, in 2019, was awarded an honorary knighthood — the highest British honor — for services to fashion.
On 1stDibs, discover a wide range of vintage Ralph Lauren shirts, sweaters and other clothing.
NEW Lauren Ralph Lauren Black Charmeuse Silk Blouse with Piping L
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Switzerland, CH
This luxurious LAUREN BY RALPH LAUREN blouse is cut from finest, shimmering back silk. It is cut in a classic, elegant style and is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. Silk Blouse ...
1990s Ralph Lauren Houndstooth Hacking Jacket and Skirt Set
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classically preppy Ralph Lauren suit from the 1990s. Tan wool mini houndstooth with contrasting brown, navy, teal and caramel throughout. Hacking jacket features a notched collar, tw...
RALPH LAUREN Size 39 Grey Chalkstripe Wool Notch Lapel Pleated Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL suit in a grey and white chalkstripe wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button spor...
RALPH LAUREN Collection Size 8 Black Viscose Acetate Jumpsuit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN Collection jumpsuit comes in a black viscose / acetate featuring a notch lapel, loose fit, long sleeves, and a side zipper closure. Made in USA. Very Good Pre-Owned Cond...
RALPH LAUREN Size 40 Regular Navy Twill Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL suit in a navy wool twill with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching flat front trousers.Very...
RALPH LAUREN Size 42 Long Navy White Pinstripe Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL suit in a navy and white pinstripe wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching flat fron...
RALPH LAUREN Size 40 Regular Black Grey Houndstooth Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL suit in a black and grey houndstooth wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with notch lapel and matching flat front...
RALPH LAUREN Size 39 Regular Grey Stripe Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
POLO by RALPH LAUREN suit in a grey pinstripe wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, three button sport coat with notch lapel and matching pleated trousers. Note: the...
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Size 12 Camel Baby Camel Hair Biker Skirt Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'Black Label' skirt suit comes in a camel color baby camel hair material featuring a biker style jacket, silver tone hardware, epaulettes, belted with a zip up closure, ...
Chanel 1993 Black Jumpsuit with Logo Detail — Size 44
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
An incredibly rare piece from Chanel’s 1993 collection, this black jumpsuit is a standout example of effortless vintage luxury. Crafted in a soft, comfortable knit, it features a but...
Size: Small - Medium
1990s Herve Leger Black 3 Piece Vintage 90s Crop Top Pants + Cardigan
By Herve Léger
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare sexy 90s HERVE LEGER black three piece ensemble ! Features a scallop trimmed crop top that simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. High w...
Thierry Mugler Wasp Waist Faux Fox Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler's 1980's version of a 1940's suit complete with faux fur stone marten held by a golden fox head. Cut in soft wool crepe with severely pinch...
Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit Moschino Cheap & Chic
By Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Vintage 1990s black and white suit (jacket and skirt) by Moschino Cheap & Chic. The black and red version of this suit can be seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom the Nanny...
1954 Christian Dior Haute Couture 'Lily of the Valley' Satin Evening Dress Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two piece suit consisting of a jacket and mid length skirt of butter black satin trimmed with a velvet and jet fringe. The fitted jacket is constructed on princess lines with raglan sleeves, a cutaway closure and small peplum. The full ballerina length...
1970s Red + Green + Yellow + Blue Festive Tribal Print Crop Top Hot Pants Shorts
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s festive tribal abstract print knit crop halter top and hot pants / shorts ! Features vibrant colors of red, green, yellow, and navy blue throughout. Elastic waistband o...
Christian Dior Set Composed of Coat and Pants
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Italy) Set composed of a coat and pants in silk and cotton, embroidered with plant patterns. Indicated size 38FR/40FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good c...
1950s/60s Linda Kinoshita Couture Olive Green Tweed Sheath Dress & Matching Cape
Located in Gresham, OR
The 17 Linda Kinoshita listings in our store come from the couturier's personal wardrobe. Provenance noted. This listing is a beautiful 2-piece ensemble of olive green bouclé tweed ...
1970S Blue & Green Nylon Austrian Mod Ski Jacket Pants Ensemble
Located in New York, NY
1970S Blue & Green Nylon Austrian Mod Ski Jacket Pants Ensemble
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Sheer Yellow Jeweled Plissé Tunic and Cigarette Pant Ensemble – XS, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Before you and the other Warhol Superstars get together for your next evening at The Factory, you’ll want to get your hands on this bit of catnip. In a blinding yellow (that, coinci...
Size: Small
Issey Miyake 2 Piece Pleated Ensemble
By Issey Miyake
Located in Oakland, CA
Elegant Issey Miyake black top and skirt set. Airy top with pleating and alternating panels of sheer fabric. V neck, sleeveless, very loose shape. Long skirt is pleated with same...
NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent FW 2004 Chinoiserie Collection Skirt Suit 38
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Chinoiserie Collection Skirt Set - New and Very Rare!!! F/W Runway 2004 Chinoiserie Collection Jacket Fr...
RALPH LAUREN Size 40 Navy Grey Stripe Virgin Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL suit in a navy and grey striped virgin wool twill with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching ...
RALPH LAUREN Size 38 Regular Black Beige Tweed Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
POLO by RALPH LAUREN suit in a black and beige wool tweed with a full liner and includes a single breasted, three button sport coat with notch lapel and matching flat front trousers....
RALPH LAUREN Size 38 Regular Grey Light Grey Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
POLO by RALPH LAUREN suit in a grey and light grey pinstripe wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with notch lapel and matching pleated tro...
RALPH LAUREN Size 42 Long Brown Stripe Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN suit in a brown striped wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with notch lapel and matching flat front trousers. Made in Italy....
RALPH LAUREN Size 8 Black Woven Linen / Cotton Pants Set
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION pants set comes in a black woven linen / cotton and includes a peplum style, buttoned closure jacket and matching narrow leg pants.Very Good Pre-Owned Conditi...
RALPH LAUREN Size 42 Long Black Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN "Black Label" suit comes in a black wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching flat front trousers. ...
RALPH LAUREN Purple Label Size 2 Tan Wool Double Breasted Pants Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'Purple Label' suit comes in a tan wool and includes a double breasted sport coat with a peak lapel and matching flat front trousers. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Ma...
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Size 38 Khaki Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN "Black Label" suit comes in khaki wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, double button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching flat front trousers. M...
RALPH LAUREN Size 40 Regular Black Stripe Wool Notch Lapel Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
POLO by RALPH LAUREN suit comes in a black stripe wool and includes a single breasted, three button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching flat front trousers. Very Good Pre-Owne...
Ralph Lauren Sport Fringe Leather Top & Pant Set
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unleash your inner adventurer with the Ralph Lauren Sport Fringe Leather & Pant Set. Made from suede leather and featuring a bold fringe detail, this set is perfect for the risk-take...
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Size 42 Regular Black Wool Peak Lapel Tuxedo Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN "Black Label" suit comes in a black wool with a full liner and includes a single breasted, single button sport coat with a notch lapel and matching flat front trousers. ...
RALPH LAUREN Size 2 Gold Linen Metallic Notch Lapel Pants Suit
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'Black Label' suit comes in a gold metallic linen featuring a notch lapel, flap pocket, single spread blaze and matching wide leg pants. Made in USA. Excellent Pre-Own...