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Schiaparelli

French

From her signature color Shocking Pink to her collaborations with Surrealist artists, the boldly original Elsa Schiaparelli transformed fashion with her haute couture house from the late 1920s to the early ’50s. Experimenting with elements like trompe l’oeil images and colorful visible zippers, the Italian designer instilled a provocative avant-garde artistry in her clothing and accessories, including those created with Salvador Dalí, such as the lobster dress and a hat shaped like a shoe.

Born in Rome, Schiaparelli was a rebellious child who grew up among the city’s intellectual elite. She had a voracious appetite for reading and became interested in ancient cultures, astronomy and world religions. Schiaparelli studied philosophy at the University of Rome, and after publishing a collection of poems on love and sensuality that so mortified her conservative parents that they tried, unsuccessfully, to confine her to a Swiss convent, she left for London.

A quick marriage to Count Wilhelm de Wendt de Kerlor brought her to New York, but it would be in Paris following her divorce that Schiaparelli embraced her artistic passions. She moved to the French capital city in 1922 with her young daughter and happened to meet master couturier Paul Poiret, who loaned the stylish Schiaparelli his clothes, sparking her own fashion interests.

Schiaparelli opened her modest atelier in Paris and debuted her first collection of knitwear in 1927, and later that year, she designed a black-and-white pullover hand-knit wool sweater featuring a trompe l’oeil bowknot that captured the attention of the fashion world. Vogue called it “an artistic masterpiece.” The success led to her moving her house to 21 Place Vendôme in 1935 where thousands of garments were produced each year.

Schiaparelli’s knitwear collections were later accompanied by revolutionary swimsuits and other clothing and accessories. Her inventive designs would include culottes — a radical statement in the 1930s when women still could cause a scandal by wearing pants — as well as printed fabric, such as the 1938 Tears dress with a print designed by Dalí making it appear as if the evening gown had been savagely ripped.

Schiaparelli was among the first designers to use materials like rayon and Lurex as well as explore wrap dresses and transparent raincoats. She also introduced unisex fragrances and brought her artistic partnerships into jewelry, such as bronze brooches made with Alberto Giacometti and fur-lined bracelets with Méret Oppenheim. As she wrote in her 1954 autobiography Shocking Life, women should “dare to be different.”

Despite her acclaim, her shop closed in 1954 after a tumultuous time during World War II. By then, fashion had moved on with Christian Dior's New Look, and the closure of Schiaparelli's business coincided with a comeback mounted by Coco Chanel, her archrival in the early days.

In 2006, Italian businessman Diego Della Valle acquired the brand and its archives, and the Maison Schiaparelli was reopened in 2012, back at 21 Place Vendôme where Schiaparelli's fearless and enduring work began.

Find vintage Elsa Schiaparelli hats, evening dresses and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

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Designer: Schiaparelli
Schiaparelli Silk Skirt, Runway piece FW24
Schiaparelli Silk Skirt, Runway piece FW24

Schiaparelli Silk Skirt, Runway piece FW24

By Schiaparelli

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

Unique & Rare Schiaparelli Silk skirt with gold details. The skirt creates a unique styling with the corset available in my other auction. Michelle Williams Wore Schiaparelli To...

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2010s Schiaparelli

SCHIAPARELLI black viscose 2023 BIJOUX BUTTON WRAP Dress 34 XS
SCHIAPARELLI black viscose 2023 BIJOUX BUTTON WRAP Dress 34 XS

SCHIAPARELLI black viscose 2023 BIJOUX BUTTON WRAP Dress 34 XS

By Schiaparelli

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Schiaparelli evening dress in black viscose (100%) embodies the house’s signature surrealist codes. Designed with a relaxed, floor-sweeping silhouette, it feature...

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21st Century and Contemporary Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Valentine Heart w/Arrow dress Jacket New!
Schiaparelli Valentine Heart w/Arrow dress Jacket New!

Schiaparelli Valentine Heart w/Arrow dress Jacket New!

By Schiaparelli, Franco Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Schiaparelli black wool blazer with signature large red heart pierced by embroidered gold arrows, with a small spray of clear stones. Four (4) small delicate buttons showc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Rare Black Corset /Bustier. Iconic design seen on Michelle Williams
Schiaparelli Rare Black Corset /Bustier. Iconic design seen on Michelle Williams

Schiaparelli Rare Black Corset /Bustier. Iconic design seen on Michelle Williams

By Schiaparelli

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

Schiaparelli very Rare Corset! RTW 2023 Iconic Schiaparelli design! Designed by Daniel Roseberry for Schiaparelli I also have skirt from this look. I can list here to create tot...

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2010s Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli extremely rare blouse FW 2022 collector piece/ worn by Joan Collins
Schiaparelli extremely rare blouse FW 2022 collector piece/ worn by Joan Collins

Schiaparelli extremely rare blouse FW 2022 collector piece/ worn by Joan Collins

By Schiaparelli

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

Schiaparelli FW 22 Extremely rare, only few pieces were produced. Designed by Daniel Roseberry ! Signature piece for Schiaparelli. It’s RTW but has a design and material of couture! ...

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2010s Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli signature heels TROMPE L'ŒIL SANDALS size 40
Schiaparelli signature heels TROMPE L'ŒIL SANDALS size 40

Schiaparelli signature heels TROMPE L'ŒIL SANDALS size 40

By Schiaparelli

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

Schiaparelli TROMPE L'ŒIL SANDALS size 40 These black satin strappy sandals with a leather lining feature gold-tone brass toes, a signature trompe-l'oeil detail of the House, and r...

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2010s Schiaparelli

SCHIAPARELLI Extremely Rare Resin Floral Cabana Sunglasses c 1950s
SCHIAPARELLI Extremely Rare Resin Floral Cabana Sunglasses c 1950s

SCHIAPARELLI Extremely Rare Resin Floral Cabana Sunglasses c 1950s

By Schiaparelli

Located in University City, MO

SCHIAPARELLI Extremely rare resin floral cabana sunglasses c 1950s The stylish retro midcentury sunglass frames are designed with black & cream color resin striped bands; embellis...

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1950s Schiaparelli

Limited Schiaparelli Mirror Jacket FW 2022 after Elsa Schiaparelli iconic design
Limited Schiaparelli Mirror Jacket FW 2022 after Elsa Schiaparelli iconic design

Limited Schiaparelli Mirror Jacket FW 2022 after Elsa Schiaparelli iconic design

By Daniel Roseberry, Schiaparelli

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

Extremely limited F/W 2022 Schiaparelli jacket designed by Daniel Roseberry in honor of Elsa Schiaparelli's iconic design! The original evening jacket design from 1938 is held in the...

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2010s Schiaparelli

Rare Schiaparelli Haute Couture Hat Fall 22 Collection by Daniel Roseberry
Rare Schiaparelli Haute Couture Hat Fall 22 Collection by Daniel Roseberry

Rare Schiaparelli Haute Couture Hat Fall 22 Collection by Daniel Roseberry

By Schiaparelli

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

Schiaparelli Haute Couture Fall’22 Extremely Rare! Only one were produced per continent! Really special breathtaking piece. “All of us who work in fashion know that much of the ...

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2010s Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli SS23 RTW Pharrell Williams worn Extraordinary Rare Metal Sunglasses
Schiaparelli SS23 RTW Pharrell Williams worn Extraordinary Rare Metal Sunglasses

Schiaparelli SS23 RTW Pharrell Williams worn Extraordinary Rare Metal Sunglasses

By Schiaparelli

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

When you see it, you know it, Schiaparelli has a genuine dedication to making us look extra; extra fabulous, extra over the top and extra in love with getting dressed. The gold sun...

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2010s Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli stilettoes trompe l'oeil 2023
Schiaparelli stilettoes trompe l'oeil 2023

Schiaparelli stilettoes trompe l'oeil 2023

By Schiaparelli

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

SCHIAPARELLI - (Made in Italy) Black inside-out calfskin stilettoes with a silvery and golden resin trompe l'oeil. Size 41EU indicated. A 2023 Collection under the artistic direction...

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2010s Italian Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Talleyrand Silhouette Revival Stovepipe Hat
Schiaparelli Talleyrand Silhouette Revival Stovepipe Hat

Schiaparelli Talleyrand Silhouette Revival Stovepipe Hat

By Schiaparelli, Elsa Schiaparelli

Located in New York, NY

Schiaparelli's 1945 Talleyrand Silhouette revival stove pipe hat is a later 1950's interpretation of her earlier design. When Schiaparelli returned to Paris, she presented her first...

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1950s American Schiaparelli

1980s Schiaparelli Brown Wool Check Skirt Suit with Velvet Trim
1980s Schiaparelli Brown Wool Check Skirt Suit with Velvet Trim

1980s Schiaparelli Brown Wool Check Skirt Suit with Velvet Trim

By Schiaparelli

Located in London, GB

Maison Schiaparelli was founded by Elsa Schiaparelli in 1927 and became renowned for its surrealist haute couture creations. The house closed in 1954 following bankruptcy, but its na...

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1980s Italian Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Spring-Summer 2023 Dress
Schiaparelli Spring-Summer 2023 Dress

Schiaparelli Spring-Summer 2023 Dress

By Schiaparelli

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

SCHIAPARRELI (Made in Italy) Strapless denim dress with a hand print on the chest and swirls on the thighs, gold-tone metal jewel buttons, rhinestones, and resin featuring the house'...

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2010s Italian Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli dress 'trompe l'oeil' Summer 2023
Schiaparelli dress 'trompe l'oeil' Summer 2023

Schiaparelli dress 'trompe l'oeil' Summer 2023

By Schiaparelli

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

SCHIAPARELLI - (Made in France) Long-sleeve blue stretch dress with a trompe l'oeil pattern. Size XS indicated. 2023 Spring-Summer Collection under the artistic direction of Daniel R...

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2010s Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Black Raffia with a Ribbon Floppy Fedora Hat
Schiaparelli Black Raffia with a Ribbon Floppy Fedora Hat

Schiaparelli Black Raffia with a Ribbon Floppy Fedora Hat

By Schiaparelli, Elsa Schiaparelli

Located in Sharon, CT

A black Raffia ruffled 4" brimmed hat with a 4" interior diameter. Black silk ribbon. Height of hat around 6 1/2".

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1950s French Schiaparelli

Evening coat lightly padded in night blue silk satin  Schiaparelli 1950's
Evening coat lightly padded in night blue silk satin  Schiaparelli 1950's

Evening coat lightly padded in night blue silk satin Schiaparelli 1950's

By Schiaparelli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Evening coat lightly padded in night blue silk satin with red satin lining. One button in the middle front on the top. Pockets on both side. SIZE 44 (Fr) L

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1950s French Schiaparelli

NWT Schiaparelli Jeweled Flowers Silk Evening Dress
NWT Schiaparelli Jeweled Flowers Silk Evening Dress

NWT Schiaparelli Jeweled Flowers Silk Evening Dress

By Schiaparelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A lovely modern Schiaparelli silk colorblock evening dress adorned with tiny jeweled flowers on skirt and sides of bodice. "V" neckline softly pleated bodice extending into a lightly draped skirt. Back features double panel short train. Back zipper closure. Side thigh high slit. The rich colors of orange and turquoise taken from colors used in older vintage Schiaparelli dress...

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21st Century and Contemporary Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli "Man Ray" Cold Shoulder Handkerchief Hem Dress  Wearable Art
Schiaparelli "Man Ray" Cold Shoulder Handkerchief Hem Dress  Wearable Art

Schiaparelli "Man Ray" Cold Shoulder Handkerchief Hem Dress Wearable Art

By Schiaparelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Schiaparelli’s Spring pret-a-porter 2019 collection presented a focus on artist Man Ray. Eye catching and dramatic Schiaparelli silk dress with shirtwaist style bodice extending into a flowing handkerchief hem skirt. Complimented with graceful bishop style sleeves with cold shoulder openings and anchored with cuffs of woven design fabric. Tiny crystal buttons used for sleeve closure if desired. The art work is clear, crisp and memorable. The back showcases an Afro American hand. Front shows the memorable man ray “eye...

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2010s Schiaparelli

Serge Lepage Haute Couture Paris Black Cocktail Dress
Serge Lepage Haute Couture Paris Black Cocktail Dress

Serge Lepage Haute Couture Paris Black Cocktail Dress

By Schiaparelli

Located in Sharon, CT

A black silk crepe cocktail dress, with layered sleeves accented with a zigzagging light blue silk ribbon. Lepage was the design director for Schiaparelli form 1977-1979 and created ...

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1970s French Schiaparelli

New Limited Edition Schiaparelli Timeless  Evening Gown
New Limited Edition Schiaparelli Timeless  Evening Gown

New Limited Edition Schiaparelli Timeless Evening Gown

By Schiaparelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Schiaparelli rare limited edition bias cut gown from the 2021 collection by Daniel Roseberry. Black silk long sleeve cowl neck with cape overlay. Single sleeve with zipper wrist. Sid...

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21st Century and Contemporary Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Hot Pink Silk Dress & Coat Set Ensemble
Schiaparelli Hot Pink Silk Dress & Coat Set Ensemble

Schiaparelli Hot Pink Silk Dress & Coat Set Ensemble

By Schiaparelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A new Schiaparelli ensemble inspired by Schiaparelli's prediliction for the shade of hot pink. Silk tent dress with matching long sleeve coat. Dress...

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21st Century and Contemporary Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Nude Neutrals Tri-Color Velvet and Silk Jersey Cloche Hat–S-M, 1965
Schiaparelli Nude Neutrals Tri-Color Velvet and Silk Jersey Cloche Hat–S-M, 1965

Schiaparelli Nude Neutrals Tri-Color Velvet and Silk Jersey Cloche Hat–S-M, 1965

By Schiaparelli

Located in Tucson, AZ

This dramatic cloche combines a modern, neutral colorway with artisanal details like carved buttons and silk jersey pleating to create a hat pairable with anything from a cocktail dress to trousers. Silk jersey cloche with graduated brim slightly longer in front than in rear. Tricolor bands feature cocoa brim, pleated nude center and black velvet crown...

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1960s French Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Large Pants RTW SS 22 by Daniel Roseberry with bijoux buttons
Schiaparelli Large Pants RTW SS 22 by Daniel Roseberry with bijoux buttons

Schiaparelli Large Pants RTW SS 22 by Daniel Roseberry with bijoux buttons

By Schiaparelli

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

Schiaparelli Extra-wide trousers made from beautiful material. Belt is very special as it has Schiaparelli "Bijoux" jewellery on the waist! Size 36 Org Price €3400

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2010s Schiaparelli

1950 Schiaparelli Black Horsehair Braided Dome Hat W/Bows
1950 Schiaparelli Black Horsehair Braided Dome Hat W/Bows

1950 Schiaparelli Black Horsehair Braided Dome Hat W/Bows

By Elsa Schiaparelli, Schiaparelli

Located in Gresham, OR

1950 Schiaparelli hat is completely constructed of layers of black horsehair swirls of ribbon creating a dome-like design. This unusual domed hat is ...

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1950s American Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Black and White Fur Coat
Schiaparelli Black and White Fur Coat

Schiaparelli Black and White Fur Coat

By Schiaparelli

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

- Black karakul sheep - White fur collar - Three front button closure - Mid length

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Late 20th Century French Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli Sample Fabric "Rose de Printemps"
Schiaparelli Sample Fabric "Rose de Printemps"

Schiaparelli Sample Fabric "Rose de Printemps"

By Schiaparelli

Located in New York, NY

Schiaparelli sample fabric embroidery for Waverly Decorative Fabrics. "The Rose De Printemps" design of Schiffli embroidered rose sprays. Also attached are four small different color way samples. New with signature Schiaparelli Shocking...

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1950s American Schiaparelli

1980 Schiaparelli Black & Gold Woodgrain Velvet Side Tie Opera Coat or Dress
1980 Schiaparelli Black & Gold Woodgrain Velvet Side Tie Opera Coat or Dress

1980 Schiaparelli Black & Gold Woodgrain Velvet Side Tie Opera Coat or Dress

By Schiaparelli

Located in Gresham, OR

A 1980s Schiaparelli label, black and gold lame "woodgrained" velvet opera coat-dress with a side faux bow tie closure at neckline. Unlined with interior bias tape finished seams. A ...

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1980s French Schiaparelli

A Schiaparelli Printed Silk Blouse Dress Circa 2006-2012
A Schiaparelli Printed Silk Blouse Dress Circa 2006-2012

A Schiaparelli Printed Silk Blouse Dress Circa 2006-2012

By Schiaparelli

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 2006-2012 Blouse dress with printed Schiaparelli logo and dating from the brand's Renaissance in the 2010s. Loose, straight dress with buttons at the front, long puffed sleeves...

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Early 2000s French Schiaparelli

1950s Schiaparelli Paris Velour Cocktail Hat - Feather Pom and Rhinestone Trim
1950s Schiaparelli Paris Velour Cocktail Hat - Feather Pom and Rhinestone Trim

1950s Schiaparelli Paris Velour Cocktail Hat - Feather Pom and Rhinestone Trim

By Elsa Schiaparelli, Schiaparelli

Located in North Attleboro, MA

Chic, sculptural, and unmistakably Schiaparelli, this vintage Paris cocktail hat delivers the witty drama the house is known for. This vintage Schiaparelli Paris cocktail hat is a standout example of midcentury millinery design. Crafted in warm cinnamon-brown velour felt, the hat features a structured oval crown wrapped in contrasting velvet bands of burnt orange and deep brown. A dramatic feather pom accents the top, paired with a soft feather spray and a rhinestone flourish for a subtle spark of glamour. The feathers remain present and secure, though the plumage has naturally softened and lost some of its original downy texture over time. This is typical for midcentury millinery. The top of the velour crown shows several small areas of surface nap loss consistent with light moth grazing. These spots are cosmetic, stable, and do not affect the hat’s structure or wearability. Designed to sit at a flattering angle, the hat embodies the sculptural whimsy and bold elegance that define Schiaparelli’s millinery. Details • Designer: Schiaparelli Paris • Era: 1950s • Materials: Velour felt, velvet banding, feathers, rhinestones • Color: Cinnamon brown, rust, deep brown • Style: Percher / cocktail hat • Size: Marked 22 (U.S. sizing), equivalent to approximately 56 cm in European sizing. Suitable for a standard women’s medium fit. • Condition: Very good vintage condition. Feathers intact with age-related softening. Several small areas of surface nap loss to the velour crown consistent with light moth grazing. Structure and trim remain strong. A collectible, personality-filled example of Schiaparelli’s couture...

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Mid-20th Century French Schiaparelli

Schiaparelli fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Schiaparelli fashion available on 1stDibs. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Elsa Schiaparelli, Maison Michel, and Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Schiaparelli fashion from top boutiques around the world. Schiaparelli fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $9,200, while the average work can sell for $947.
Questions About Schiaparelli
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To pronounce Schiaparelli, say skep-UH-rell-ee. The surname of fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli is Italian in origin. She was born in Rome in 1890 and opened her eponymous fashion house in Paris, France, in 1927. On 1stDibs, find a range of Elsa Schiaparelli apparel, jewelry and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Schiaparelli gown is an elaborate evening or formal dress from the luxury fashion house Schiaparelli. Elsa Schiaparelli was an Italian fashion designer well known for her lovely and revolutionary approach to formalwear. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Schiaparelli haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Elsa Schiaparelli is known for transforming fashion from the late 1920s to the early ’50s with her work as a designer. Experimenting with elements like trompe l’oeil images and colorful visible zippers, the Italian designer instilled a provocative avant-garde artistry in her clothing and accessories, including those created with Salvador Dalí, such as the lobster dress and a hat shaped like a shoe. She was especially famous for producing pieces in her signature color, Shocking Pink. Find a selection of Elsa Schiaparelli apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify Schiaparelli jewelry, look for the maker's hallmark. Most pieces will feature a stamp of the word "Schiaparelli." You will usually find it in hidden areas, such as the clasps of necklaces or the reverse sides of pendants, brooches and clip earrings. For further assistance with making an identification, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Shop a range of Schiaparelli jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Italian Elsa Schiaparelli moved to Paris, France and opened a fashion house that would become known the world over for her bold designs. Her haute couture often borrowed from Surrealism, she used overt sexuality and didn’t shy away from bold colors that most designers were not using at the time. Find vintage and contemporary Schiaparelli bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Elsa Schiaparelli dressed many notable people over the course of her career. In 1931, she created a divided skirt for tennis player Lili de Alvarez to wear for the Wimbledon tournament. She also produced the costumes worn by Zsa Zsa Gabor in the 1952 film Moulin Rouge and by Mae West in the 1937 film Every Day's a Holiday. On 1stDibs, find a range of Elsa Schiaparelli apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, Schiaparelli is a luxury brand. Originally, the fashion house founded by Elsa Schiaparelli in 1927 specialized in avant-garde custom designs but shifted to primarily producing ready-to-wear apparel in 2007.

    Schiaparelli was among the first designers to use materials like rayon and Lurex as well as explore wrap dresses and transparent raincoats. Her private clientele included such self-confident trendsetters as American heiresses Daisy Fellowes and Millicent Rogers, the Duchess of Windsor and a bold-faced slate of Hollywood names from Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich to Katharine Hepburn, Vivien Leigh and Lauren Bacall.

    Couture triumphs were accompanied by the unparalleled renown and exceptional financial rewards of her licensing agreements with American department stores, from sportswear to evening dresses to (yes, even) housewares.

    Find vintage Elsa Schiaparelli hats, evening dresses and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The most famous Schiaparelli dresses are generally the ones she designed with the help of Salvador Dalí. One is the 1938 Tears Dress, featuring a print created by Dalí that makes it appear as if the evening gown had been savagely ripped. Another is the 1937 Lobster Dress, a sweeping gown adorned with a lobster painted by Dalí. Find a diverse assortment of Elsa Schiaparelli apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Elsa Schiaparelli is an Italian-born fashion designer who was famous for her surrealist designs, which included outlandish accessories such as a purse shaped like a telephone. You can shop a selection of Elsa Schiapatelli pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify Elsa Schiaparelli jewelry, search inconspicuous areas for her maker's mark. Pieces from her eponymous brand will usually have a mark that reads "Schiaparelli." Items from the Elsa Schiaparelli for Tiffany & Co. collection will usually feature her name along with the Tiffany wordmark. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can also help you identify your jewelry. Explore a collection of Elsa Schiaparelli jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    No, the Schiaparelli Lion dress is not real. Although its lion's head and fur look incredibly lifelike, the dress is actually handcrafted out of foam resin and other synthetic materials. The dress made headlines when Kylie Jenner wore it on the runway at Schiaparelli's Spring-Summer 2023 couture collection show at Paris Fashion Week. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Schiaparelli apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Schiaparelli is known for making both prêt-à-porter and haute couture. Elsa Schiaparelli was an Italian fashion designer who shook up the world of fashion between WWI and WWII. Her work had a surrealist element that drew celebrities and the wealthy to her fashion house. The brand is still very highly regarded today. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Schiaparelli haute couture and prêt-à-porter from top sellers around the world.