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Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

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Fashion as sculpture, as avant-garde expression, as spectacle: Thierry Mugler’s career pushed the boundaries of what fashion design and clothing could mean. In the 1980s and ’90s, the late French designer's couture shows were theatrical and futuristic, similar to those of his contemporaries Jean Paul Gaultier and Christian Lacroix.

Mugler (1948–2022), who went by Manfred in later years, founded his brand in 1973 with his first personal collection. By the late 1990s, he was more famous for his fragrances, thanks to the brand’s best seller Angel. But vintage Mugler dresses and gowns have recently returned to red carpets, worn by stars like Kim Kardashian, Cardi B and Hailey Bieber

Mugler’s penchant for performance, drama, costuming and innovative shows came from his background in ballet, having danced as a teenager with the Opéra national du Rhin in his hometown of Strasbourg, France. In one of Mugler’s shows, the then-pregnant legendary supermodel Pat Cleveland (part of the coterie of glamorous muses associated with designer Halston) 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. 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. 

The French cosmetics company Clarins SA acquired Mugler’s brand in 1997, and its founder stepped back from the label in 2002. The house’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.

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Designer: Thierry Mugler Couture
1996 Thierry Mugler Black Velvet & White Silk Sculpted Futuristic Mini Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This iconic Thierry Mugler Couture black velvet white-trimmed futuristic mini dress, dating back to his 1996 fall-winter collection, is a work of art. Known for pushing boundaries wi...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Pink Flame Beaded Silk Gown
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
This early 2000’s vintage Thierry Mugler gown features a halter neckline with a plunging V-front. The dress transitions from vibrant fuchsia to deep red, with flame-like cutouts ador...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Vintage Thierry Mugler Fall 1995 Skirt Suit with Trompe L'oeil Details
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Thierry Mugler Fall 1995 skirt suit is an important piece of fashion history. It walked the runway at the Fall 1995 show, which is conside...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Spring Summer 1992 Vintage Collectors Black Halter Dress
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Thierry Mugler Couture Spring Summer 1992 Vintage Collectors Black Halter Dress from Thierry Mugler’s iconic Spring/Summer 1992 collection, a remarkable collector’s piece that embod...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture FW1999 Goddess Silk Evening Gown Red Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Couture Goddess Evening Gown Assuming Fall Winter 1999 Collection The most stunning Thierry Mugler evening gown. Vibrant red made of gorgeous glowing Si...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture 1997 Dramatic Silk Corset Top Bodice Bustier
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Couture 1997 Silk Corset. A vision of bold sensuality and architectural elegance. This is piece is unworn and comes with the original tag from 1997. This ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Purple silk wrap shirt Thierry Mugler Couture NEW
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple silk wrap shirt. Silver snap closure on the waist and on the cuffs. Draped collar. New with tag. SIZE 42 (Fr) L
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

The Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture Anatomique TRON Leather Jacket FW 2001
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
The exceptional and extremely rare Thierry Mugler Couture FW 2001 "Anatomique Computer TRON" jacket from the Les Fauves Collection is a stunning fusion of futurism and form. This ic...
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Early 2000s Italian Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Black leather trouser with gold metal studs on the waist Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather trouser with gold metal studs around the waist. No fabric composition tag but the lining is probably rayon. Zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. Cut-work on the ...
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1990s Unknown Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Black Gown with Cascading Leather Fringe c.2000
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler Couture Black Silk Gown with Cascading Leather Fringe. c2000; Sleeveless, full length columnar gown with v-neck; Paneled chiffon bodice with leather bands which gather...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Flame Beaded Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Norwich, GB
Vintage Thierry Mugler couture dress, in wine red/deep purple liquid silk, with a black chiffon hem detailed with a glass beaded flame tip design. Circa 2000. This is the exact dress...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Salmon pink skirt suit with cut-work Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Salmon pink skirt suit with cut-work . Main fabric composition: 60% acetate, 40% silk. Lining: 100% acetate. A Triangle of white satin is snaped on the middle front inside the neck-...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Black Pencil Skirt 80s
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Take your style up a notch with this vintage 1980s Thierry Mugler Black Slit Skirt. Made with high-quality materials and impeccable couture craftsmanship, this elegant skirt features...
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1980s Italian Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Angel Flacon Halter Top
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
Thierry Mugler rare Angel Flacon halter top. . Spaghetti strap . Angel Flacon print . Silver hardware . Back Buttons closure Size label 36FR / S Flat Measurements : Breast : 40 ...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Red wool skirt-suit with leopard printed silk lining Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red wool skirt-suit with leopard printed silk lining. Cut-work. Snap covered with fabric in the middle front. Snaps on the cuffs as well. Pockets on both side. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture 1990s Black Ribbed Sleeveless Vintage 90s Crop Top Shirt
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage early 90s THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE black ribbed sleeveless cropped top! Bodycon style that stretches to fit. Simply slips over the head. Round scoop neck, with a flattering soft rayon blend knit. Can easily be dressed up or down. Great with a skirt, jeans, trousers, shorts, or under a skirt. The pictured early 1990s BETSEY JOHNSON rose print skirt, and the mid 90s TOM FORD...
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1990s Italian Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture 2001 Archival Leather Corset Top Bustier
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy piece of Fashion History Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Couture Pre-Fall 2001 Les Fauves Collection. Showstopper! In the electrifying world of Couture, where artistry me...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

c. 1990's Thierry Mugler Couture Black Python Corset Rare
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in New York, NY
c. 1990's Thierry Mugler Couture Black Python Corset with Red Leather Inset Panel; Boned Bodice with Red Satin Lining; Python is Supple. US size 4
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1990s Italian Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture F/W 2001 Grey silver cheetah silk jacket
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Milano, IT
- Thierry Mugler Couture grey silk cheetah jacket - Sold by Skof.Archive - Shoulder pads - Hidden snap closure along the front - Fitted to the body -...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Flame Bustier and Skirt Ensemble
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Create a statement in this enchanting Thierry Mugler Couture bustier and skirt ensemble. This rare silk two piece ensemble features a striking colorblock pattern in rich and vibrant ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Sleeveless cotton shirt with flower print Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless cotton shirt with flower print . Hidden snap closure in the middle front and bow. White cotton lining on the breast and back. Cut-work. SIZE S
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1990s European Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler COUTURE Silk & Acetate Salmon Skirt
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Brussels, BE
Thierry Mugler COUTURE Introducing Thierry Mugler's iconic salmon color. This stunning piece captures the essence of Mugler's bold and visionary approach to fashion. Crafted from lux...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Evening Dress Iconic Black Spider Web Anatomique Computer
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
The 'TRON' Dress or 'Spiderweb-Dress' Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture, FW 2001 "Les Fauves" Collcetion. Birth of this Design was the FW 90/91 "Anatomique Computer" Collection. Extrem...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

2000s Thierry Mugler Couture Navy Cotton Chevron Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in London, GB
This form-fitting, Y2K sleeveless dress was made in France by Thierry Mugler circa 2000-2001 and is from his high-end couture line. The master of hyper-feminine tailoring, Mugler des...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

A Thierry Mugler Couture Evening Dress in Coral Silk Crepe Circa 1997/2002
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1997/2002 France Beautiful evening dress by Thierry Mugler Haute Couture model 1P 2730 dating from the 2000s. Long dress in coral silk cre...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Off-white cotton skirt-suit with black Sellier stiching Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white cotton skirt-suit with black Sellier stiching. Hook&eye in the middle front. Shoulder pad. Fabric: cotton, polyamide, lycra. Stitched pleats on the front and sleeves. Skir...
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Late 20th Century French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Early 2000s Thierry Mugler Mossy Green Suede Fringe Eyelet Pant Vest Set
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an olive green suede Thierry Mugler vest and pant set designed by Manfred Mugler. From the early 2000s, the pants and vest are accented with silver-tone grommets. The pant...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

1985 Thierry Mugler Couture Documented Metallic Gold Lamé Fishnet High-Slit Gown
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely breathtaking and highly coveted Thierry Mugler couture metallic gold lamé and fishnet hourglass gown dating back to his documented 1985 spring/summer collection. Garments from this iconic show are next to impossible to find. This legendary French fashion designer is known for bold fashion and edgy, sometimes even campy, theatricality. Though Mugler stopped designing his couture and ready-to-wear lines in 2003 to focus on photography and costume design, his work has a lasting legacy. This seductive metallic gold gown is a perfect example of his genius. Not only is this number unforgettable; it is true wearable art. I love the skilled nipped-waist bodice with little cap sleeves. Patterned overlay of fishnet almost creates a stunning web effect that flows into lean, long sleeves. The ultra-high front slit creates even more drama and sex appeal. The hourglass cut really has that nod to Old Hollywood glamour days that you see in his best pieces. Measurements Bust: 32 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: 35 inches Total Length: 58 inches This 1985 Thierry Mugler spring/summer documented designer gown...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

NWT F/W 2001 Thierry Mugler Couture Black Purple 'Beasts' Oversized Fur Coat
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a truly incredible purple and black Thierry Mugler fur coat, designed by Manfred Mugler for his Fall/Winter 2001 "Beasts" collection. Par...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Vintage Thierry Mugler Couture 1990s Size 40 / US 8 Ivory Silk 90s Blazer Jacket
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic vintage THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE ivory / off-white silk blazer jacket! Mugler is the king of creating the perfect blazer ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Fabulous Silk Blazer Jacket Dramatic Sleeves SS2001
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning etremely rare Thierry Mugler Couture piece Museum worthy Collectors Piece. Thierry Mugler Couture Blazer/Jacket Spring Summer Collect...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

1990s Thierry Mugler Indigo and Black Velvet Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in London, GB
This incredible 1990s Mugler dress creates the most flattering and feminine silhouette for the wearer. Made from thick black velvet with indigo blue, almost purple fabric panelling, ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture 1990s White Jacket with Silver metallic details - Size 46
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Thierry Mugler Couture 1990s White Polyester Jacket with Silver metallic details - Size 46 This fantastic fully lined vintage Mugler Couture pi...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Beige suede vest with fringes and silver metal eyelet Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige suede vest with fringes and zip in the middle front. Main fabric: 100% goat suede. Lining: 100% polyester. Eyelet on the waist SIZE 38
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1990s Italian Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

F/W 2001 Thierry Mugler Couture Runway SATC Silver Cheetah Silk Chain Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning silver cheetah print silk Thierry Mugler Couture gown from Manfried Thierry Mugler's final collection before his retirement, the Fall/Winter 2001 "Beasts" collection. This one-shoulder gown is constructed entirely of luxurious silk with metal snake chain accents at the waist and shoulder. The one-shoulder strap creates an asymmetric design balanced by the metal chain at the opposite side's waist and high slit. An absolute masterpiece, this dress debuted on the season's runway. It was even worn by Kim Cattrall's character Samantha Jones...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Blazer Sculptural Black Jacket ZigZag Leather Details
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning Thierry Mugler Couture Blazer Jacket Femme Fatale! Super strong statement piece, deep V-neck black blazer jacket with zigzag leather d...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Coat and trouser ensemble in grey wool Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Coat and trouser ensemble in grey wool.Belt on the coat, lenght= 140 cm. No lining but piping inside. Box pleat on the middle back. Size 42 (It) 38 (Fr) M
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Late 20th Century French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

2000s Thierry Mugler Couture Sheer Knit Stripe Silver Metallic Painted Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black and white sheer striped Thierry Mugler knit dress. From the early 2000s, this fabulous dress features asymmetrical stri...
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Early 2000s Italian Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

2000s Thierry Mugler Couture Structured Panel Navy Bustier Corset Top
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the early 2000s, this fabulous navy Thierry Mugler strapless corset top, designed by Manfred Mugler, is constructed entirely of horizontal navy panels with white stitching. This...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Black rayon knit cocktail dress with black satin flame Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black rayon knit cocktail dress with black satin flame on the side. Split on the bottom end of the flame, lenght= 30 cm . Knit composition: 100% rayon . Flame: 100% polyester SIZE L
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Late 20th Century Italian Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

1990s Thierry Mugler Navy Satin Paneled Strapless Bustier Silk Corset Top
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black silk satin Thierry Mugler strapless corset top designed by Manfred Mugler. From the 1990s, this stunning top is constructed entirely of horizontal navy si...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Couture ThierryMugler 1990s CorsetStyle SilkLined Denim WideShoulder Power Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Chicago, IL
In the 1990s, French Thierry Mugler (1948-2022) designed this haute-couture labeled and numbered corset-style topstitched zigzag-panel ecru 100%-cotton-denim cocktail dress, which is...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

FABULOUS Thierry Mugler Couture SS 2001 Les Solaris Blouse Top Sheer Net Leather
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning Thierry Mugler Couture creation, SS2001 Les Solarisées Collection. Extremely rare and fabulous vintage Couture piece, documented seen on the Runway. Famous Mugler signature...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Edge to edge cotton jacket with frills and fringes edge Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Edge to edge cotton jacket with frills and fringes edge. Close in the middle front with hook&eye. Silk lining. NEW WITH TAG. SIZE 38 (M)
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture taupe sleeveless plunging neck low cut silk midi dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Thierry Mugler Couture sleeveless midi length dress in taupe Fitted upper with a flared skirt Stretch fabric A very low cut draped plunging neckline Double lined Size: No size labe...
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1990s Unknown Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

1990s Thierry Mugler Neon Green Fitted Jacket
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in London, GB
This 1990s Thierry Mugler couture jacket is cut from an unusual medium weight woven fabric. It is a pale shade of chartreuse, almost lime green, with flecks of sparkle to create an ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

F/W 2001 Thierry Mugler Couture Final Runway Hot Pink Trench Coat Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a hot, hot pink Thierry Mugler Couture trench coat from Manfried Thierry Mugler's final collection before his retirement, the Fall/Winter 2001 "Beasts" collection. This co...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture FW 2001 Leo Runway Dress Rare
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
STUNNING iconic Thierry Mugler Couture dress from the 2001 FW Collection. Extremely rare documented Runway Gown . Abstract leo print pattern dr...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture SS-2001 Jumpsuit with plastic & glass beads embroideries
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Brussels, BE
Look 39 of the runway Spring/summer 2001 100% polyester Plastic & glass beads embroideries Made in france Size FR42 (
size conversion 10US - 14...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture Cold Shoulder Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous shoulder baring black dress from Thierry Mugler Couture. The dress is semi fitted with lots of flattering vertical seaming and it slightly f...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Haute Couture Green Velvet Dress with Belt, "VAMPIRE DRESS" 1981.
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler Haute Couture Green Velvet Dress with Belt, "VAMPIRE DRESS" 1981. Off the shoulder puff-sleeve green velvet dress featuring fitted inner s...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing

Thierry Mugler Couture clothing for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Thierry Mugler Couture clothing available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of pink, purple, red and other tones. 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 Jean Patou, Nicolas Ghesquière, and Jeanne Lanvin appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Thierry Mugler Couture clothing from top boutiques around the world. Thierry Mugler Couture clothing prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $449 and tops out at $39,996, while the average work can sell for $1,998.
Questions About Thierry Mugler Couture Clothing
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Thierry 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Thierry 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, 2023
    Thierry 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Whether 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Thierry 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, 2023
    Thierry 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Thierry 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.

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