Thierry Mugler
French, 1948-2022
Fashion as sculpture, as avant-garde expression, as spectacle: Thierry Mugler’s career pushed the boundaries of what fashion design and clothing could mean.
Mugler, 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 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.
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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Color: Purple
Designer: Thierry Mugler
F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler Purple Futuristic Les Infernales Sculptural Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
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Thierry Mugler Corset Lace Up Runway Evening Couture Gown Wasp Vintage Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in PARIS, FR
Lace up evening dress by Thierry Mugler!
Corset lace up at the back!
With shoulder pads.
Pleated skirt.
VERY GOOD condition!
SIZE
Medium. Makred size: FR38.
Length: 88 cm / 34.6 in...
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1990s Thierry Mugler
Purple wool skirt-suit with asymmetrical collar Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple wool skirt-suit with asymmetrical collar. Snap closure. Shoulder-pads. Cut-work.
Probably part of an asian order ( all the description on tag are in chinese)
SIZE 38 (Fr) M ...
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1980s Unknown Thierry Mugler
Wool skirt suit with double-breasted jacket and notched collar Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wool skirt suit with double-breasted jacket and notched collar.
No lining composition information but probably acetate.
Snap closure in the middle front on the waist of the jacket. ...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler
White skirt-suit with blue flower print Thierry Mugler Circa 1980's
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White skirt-suit with blue flower print. Fabric composition: 100% rayon ( Main and lining)
The main fabric is a bit texture like a raw-silk. Raglan sleeves. Double breasted jacket w...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler
Purple-blue wool single- breasted jacket Thierry Mugler Paris
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple-blue wool ( could be mix with cashmere or alpaca but no fabric composition tag) single- breasted jacket . Snap in the middle front. Shoulder-pads. Cut-work bust and waist. Rag...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler
Thierry Mugler Blue Green Tweed Wasp Waist Bee Belt Runway Top Blazer Jakcet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in PARIS, FR
Panel cut-out dress by Thierry Mugler!
With shoulder pads.
2 pockets at the hips, wasp waist, it empashize your curves :)
Graphite / metal color.
The fabric is "stripped", the surf...
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1990s Thierry Mugler
Thierry Mugler FW1989 Archival Sculptural Jacket Dramatic Iman Purple / Violet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous rare Thierry Mugler FW 1989 Collection Jacket.
Iconic Thierry Mugler creation signature look, stunning extraordinairy tailoring with dramatic collar, fitted waist and ragla...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler
Spectacular Thierry Mugler Iconic Vibrant Blazer Jacket Dress Purple Violet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
SENSATIONAL extremely rare Thierry Mugler piece
Iconic FW 1995 Collection
Museum worthy rare collectors piece
The most amazing vibrant magenta Thierry Mugler blazer jacket or dress...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler
Thierry Mugler Couture SS-2001 Jumpsuit with plastic & glass beads embroideries
By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler
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 - 14UK - 46IT - MEDIUM)
Measurements (all...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler
Thierry Mugler Color Block Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful body conscious purple dress trimmed in black velvet by Thierry Mugler. It has short sleeves, a sweetheart neckline and is semi fitted with princess seaming through to th...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler
Thierry Mugler Iconic Mens Wool and Leather Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler Iconic navy wool melton and leather trimmed blazer from the 1980's. Strong shouldered with tapering lines executed with Mugler's razor sharp cutting.
Excellent condi...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler
THIERRY MUGLER Fred Heyman Lavender 2pc Skirt Suit with Abstract Closure Size 42
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Thierry Mugler skirt suit is composed of a lavender/purple hue fabric. Features a classic Mugler silhouette with nipped waist and curved bust-line to neckline design. The class...
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20th Century French Thierry Mugler
Thierry Mugler Purple Skirt Suit Ensemble
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Thierry Mugler purple velvet crawl neckline and shoulder jacket and mini skirt ensemble.
- Featuring four front snap buttons an...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage purple space age velvet peplum power blazer IT9AR S
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Hong Kong, NT
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage purple space age velvet peplum power blazer IT9AR S
Reference: TGAS/C01612
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Thierry Mugler Runway Wool Jacket, Fall-Winter 1988-1989 "Les Infernales"
By Thierry Mugler
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Fits approx. : US 2-4 / FR 36
Measurements (taken flat) :
Width (shoulder to shoulder) approx. 36 cm (14.17 inches)
Width (armpit to armpit) approx. 45 cm (17.72 inches)
Waist approx. 33 cm (12.99 inches)
Length (shoulder to hem) approx. 60.8 cm (23.94 inches)
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Thierry Mugler fashion for sale on 1stDibs.
Find an extraordinary range of authentic Thierry Mugler fashion 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 red, blue, pink 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 Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, and Christian Lacroix appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Thierry Mugler fashion from top boutiques around the world. Thierry Mugler fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $109 and tops out at $98,885, while the average work can sell for $1,617.
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- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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