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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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Designer: Thierry Mugler
Mugler H&M Leather ankle boots black size US 8.5 EUR 41 UK 7.5 Limited Edition
By Thierry Mugler, Mugler
Located in London, GB
These beautiful Mugler H&M black ankle boots are the only footwear designed for this unique Limited edition 2023 Mugler x H&M collaboration where these and other key pieces sold out within 20 minutes of the launch date. In Mugler’s late seventies-early eighties women's collections, he used exclusively Maud Frizon, the most influential shoe designer of the period and many pieces from this collaboration derive from the archives and have been re-invented for this outstanding collection. These ankle boots are from the men’s collection but are an easy unisex classic statement for any wardrobe. In a supple black leather with patent detail, they feature an elegant, pointed toe and an accented offset block heel. For closure, this pair feature a side zipper with silver coloured hardware metal and the Mugler branded pull. Height of heal 4.5cm Top of Heal to ankle shaft front 22.7cm Heal width 10.7cm Widest width of sole 11.5cm Weight of single boot 853grammes Upper: Leather 100% Lining: Leather 100% Sole: Polyurethane 100% PLEASE CONTACT US FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO VIEW OTHER KEY PIECES FROM THIS LTD EDITION COLLECTION. Manfred Thierry Mugler (21 December 1948 – 23 January 2022) A French fashion designer, creative director and creative adviser of Mugler. In the 1970s, Mugler launched his eponymous fashion house; and quickly rose to prominence in the following decades for his avant-garde architectural, hyperfeminine and theatrical approach to haute couture. He was one of the first designers to champion diversity in his runway shows, which often tackled racism and ageism, and incorporated non-traditional models such as drag queens, pornstars, and transgender women. In 2002, he retired from the brand, and returned in 2013 as the creative adviser. At the beginning of his career he designed signature looks for Michael Jackson, Madonna, Grace Jones, Duran Duran, Viktor Lazlo, David Bowie and Diana Ross; most notably Demi Moore's dress from the 1993 movie Indecent Proposal, which was once coined "the most famous dress of the 1990s". In 1992, he directed and designed the outfits for George Michael's "Too Funky" music video; also that year he launched the perfume Angel, which became one of the best-selling perfumes of the 20th century. Mugler's fall 1995 haute couture collection, marking the 20th anniversary of his brand, was staged at the Cirque d’Hiver venue in Paris; and has been referred to as the "Woodstock of Fashion", for having over 300 designed looks, an elaborate set design, dozens of high-profile supermodels and a performance from James Brown. He also designed costumes for Beyoncé's I Am... World Tour, and created a one-off design for Kim Kardashian to wear to the 2019 Met Gala. At the age of 24, Mugler moved to Paris. He began designing clothes for Gudule, a Parisian boutique. At 26, he began to design for a variety of large ready-to-wear fashion houses in Paris, Milan, London and Barcelona. In 1971, he began designing clothes for Karim, already showing the broad-shouldered, 1940s-derived looks he would become famous for in later years. In 1972, his full-skirted raincoat became a hit. In 1973, Mugler created his first personal collection called "Café de Paris". The style of the collection was both sophisticated and urban. Melka Tréanton, a powerful fashion editor, helped to launch his career. In 1976, she asked him to show his work in Tokyo for an event organized by Shiseido. The 1977 showing of his spring 1978 line displayed a punk influence. In 1978, he opened his first Paris boutique at the Place des Victoires in the 1er Arrondissement and rapidly gained attention as among the most extreme of the Fall 1978 broad-shoulder brigade of designers, with a penchant for mid-20th-century sci-fi themes and exaggerated 1940s-50s-style glamour marked by sharply constructed tailoring At the same time, Mugler launched a fashion collection for men. He would continue into the following decade with his 1940s-style shoulders on 1950s-tailored suits amid retrograde Wagnerian showmanship. During the 1980s and 1990s Mugler became an internationally recognized designer, often grouped with his friends Claude Montana and Azzedine Alaïa but known especially for his shapely suits, and his collections garnered much commercial success. Except for a couple of sedate salon presentations in 1986 and 1987 (when he also reduced his shoulder padding), his fashion shows were extravagant affairs held in arena-like environments and the collections associated with them had themes, sci-fi and cavewoman themes in the late seventies, celestial themes later, a 60s theme one season, an Africa theme another, a vampire-devil theme the next, and an aquatic theme the next, with ongoing creative motifs that would span multiple collections, like his late-eighties inclusion of garments and accessories modelled after the tailfins and chrome trim of 1950s U.S. automobiles most recognisably 1959 Cadillacs At the request of the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture, he completed his first haute couture collection in 1992. He designed the dresses of Viktor Lazlo for hosting Eurovision 1987. He created the black dress worn by Demi Moore in the 1993 movie Indecent Proposal. Mugler also directed short films, advertising films and video clips. He regularly designed costumes for musical comedies, concerts, operas, and the theatre (including Macbeth for the Comédie Française). He worked with Robert Altman and George Michael (he directed the video for Michael's "Too Funky" in 1992). He also directed the first advertising film for one of his fragrances, Alien. Mugler left fashion in 2002. In 2002, Mugler collaborated with the Cirque du Soleil. He directed "Extravaganza", one of the scenes of Zumanity, and created all of the costumes and the identity of the characters in the show. In 2008, the Mugler brand launched Thierry Mugler Beauty, a high-end line of cosmetics. In 2009, Mugler worked as artistic advisor to singer Beyoncé. He created the costumes for her "I Am... World Tour". In September 2010, Nicola Formichetti was announced to be the Creative Director of the Thierry Mugler brand. He changed the brand name to MUGLER, removing the first name, and in January 2011, he launched the revival of the brand's menswear collection in collaboration with Romain Kremer. In December 2013, House of Mugler announced David Koma as the artistic director. In 2016, Mugler created and directed the music video and staging for San Marino's Eurovision Song Contest entry "I Didn't Know" performed by Turkish singer Serhat. Despite retiring from his brand in 2003, he made the exception to design under his name "House of Mugler" for the Met Gala in 2019 and for Kim Kardashian. Getting his inspiration from Sophia Loren in the film Boy on a Dolphin, Mugler envisioned a wet California girl; hence the creation of the "wet couture dress". The American designer Casey Cadwallader was named Mugler's new creative director in December 2017. During the period of the pandemic, Mugler skipped runways for video shows that were co-created with DIS magazine's spin-off, Torso Solutions. Megan Thee Stallion, Chloe Sevigny, Bella Hadid, and Eartheater were featured in the Mugler Spring 2022 Ready-to-Wear Collection video which ended with a brief homage to the late Mugler. The homage was dancing feature by prima ballerina Maria Kochetkova and vogueing superstar Barbie Swaee. After an almost three-year hiatus from runway shows, Mugler returned to an in-person show in Paris FW 2023. The runway featured models Adut Akech, Paloma Elsesser...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Thierry Mugler

F/W 1989 Thierry Mugler Orange Futuristic Metal Sculptural Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Thierry Mugler futuristic vivid orange jacket from the Fall Winter 1989 Hiver Buick collection. Structured shoulders, peplum flared waist, single snap button closure, and long sleeve...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

S/S 1998 Thierry Mugler Silver Abstract Pendant Brown Wrap Drape Maxi Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a brown Thierry Mugler wrap dress designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1998, this midi dress features silver-tone hoop accents and a tie at the waist. Simila...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

1980s Thierry Mugler Gold Sequin Jacket Rare
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
1980s Thierry Mugler Gold Sequin Jacket; Fitted jacket with lapels, gathered at waist with three gold metal snap closures; Dolman sleeves with notc...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

1990s Thierry Mugler Black Wool Strapless Velvet Accent Hourglass Mini Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful black Thierry Mugler strapless dress, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the 1990s, this stunning dress features bl...
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1990s Italian Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler 1993 Jacket Rare Sculptural Dramatic Collar
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare Thierry Mugler 1993 Cruise Collection jacket. A stunning blend of structure and elegance, embodying Mugler's signature futuristic aesthetic....
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

1990s Thierry Mugler Light Blue Sheer Pleated Silk Skirt Short Combo
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a light blue Thierry Mugler skirt, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the 1990s, this piece is meticulously crafted from light blue silk. ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture Spider Dress FW 2001 Rare Museum Worthy Black Red
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Sensational Rare Museum Worthy Thierry Mugler Couture Dress, FW 2001 "Les Fauves" Collcetion. Birth of this Design was the FW 90/91 "Anatomique Computer" Collection Iconic Statem...
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Early 2000s Italian Thierry Mugler

S/S 2001 Thierry Mugler Runway Beaded PVC Cutout Black Plunging Blazer
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gorgeous black Thierry Mugler blazer, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this jacket debuted on the season's runway. Defined by its poin...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler

Late 1980s Thierry Mugler Sculptural Velvet Faux Skirt Suit Midi Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This late 1980s Thierry Mugler black midi dress features a sculptural design with velvet accents, mimicking a skirt suit. The structured silhouette includes exaggerated lapels, a dou...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1996 Skirt Suit Blue Metal Arrows Jacket Skirt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning intense blue rare Thierry Mugler skirt suit, assuming FW 1996 Les Amazones Collection. This two piece Thierry Mugler suit is a vivid display of the designer's iconic sculptu...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler Black Dress SS 1994 Spring Summer Collection. Extremely rare collectors piece. Elegant, fabulous and timeless. The perfect l...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

1990s Thierry Mugler Black White Sculpted Asymmetric Bow Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This chic black and white Thierry Mugler skirt suit, designed by Manfred Mugler, is from the mid 1990s. The set includes a striking black and white skirt paired with a matching blaze...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

1990s Thierry Mugler Sheer Velvet Devoré Faux Cable-Knit Black Bodycon Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black knit Thierry Mugler long-sleeve gown, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Mid-1990s, this knit bodycon dress features a mock neck and stands out with a s...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Black wrapped cotton dress Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wrapped cotton dress. Shoulder pad. Pocket on both side + one top left pocket. Buckle closure on the middle back which make the belt size adjustable. Snap closure inside. SIZE...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Asymmetrical ivory skirt-suit with red details and red skirt Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ivory skirt-suit with red details and red skirt. Fabric composition: 50% acetate, 50% rayon. Shoulder-pad. Cut-work. Snap in the middle front covered with ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Vintage Black and White Asymetric Bustier Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage black and white asymetric bustier dress. This dress features : - Black wool gabardine with asymetric white details on the bust line and the bottom edge. - Str...
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20th Century French Thierry Mugler

F/W 1998 Thierry Mugler 'Lingerie Revisited' Satin Garter Strap Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Thierry Mugler's Fall/Winter 1998 "Lingerie Revisited" collection, this knock-out lingerie-inspired design is the ultimate sexy LBD. With satin garter-style straps, this fitted...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Dress with Pointed Collar and Cuffs 1980s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous detailed red dress from master designer Thierry Mugler. It has a blouson bodice with long cuffed sleeves and a standup collar both beautiful...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

F/W 1996 Thierry Mugler Green Silk Structural Runway Suit With Tags
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Rare Fall Winter 1996 Thierry Mugler vintage skirt suit with the original tags featuring a sculptural green silk jacket and black velvet skirt. As seen on the 1996 corporate class ru...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

F/W 1998 Thierry Mugler Runway Burgundy Sculptural Skirt Suit with Metal Appliqu
By Thierry Mugler
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous example of Manfred Thierry Mugler’s visionary tailoring, this sculptural purple skirt suit debuted on the runway as part of the designer’s Fall/Winter 1998 collection. Th...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

S/S 1990 Thierry Mugler Black and Green Sculptural Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
S/S 1990 Thierry Mugler Black Cotton Dress with Layered, Tiered Skirt Panels Backed with Acid Green Cotton; Fitted Bodice with Adjustable Straps; Self Belt w...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Iconic Runway Thierry Mugler SS 1996 Silk Suit Blazer Skirt Karen Mulder
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
A rare and exquisite masterpiece from Thierry Mugler’s Spring/Summer 1996 Collection. This two piece pure Silk skirt suit epitomizes the razor-sharp tailoring and sculptural elegance...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Sensational Thierry Mugler Blazer Jacket extremely rare jewelry crystal velvet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy collectors piece. Stunning Thierry Mugler Blazer / Jacket assuming from the FW 1993 collection. Extremely rare piece - I have not seen another one yet!! Purple / plum coloured velvet blazer with dramatic unique tailoring: Strong shoulders, fitted waist and exaggerated hips. Exceptional artistic crystal brooch at the waist with Mugler Star...
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1990s Thierry Mugler

Late 1990s Thierry Mugler Green Black Angular Trim Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This incredible deep green Thierry Mugler skirt suit perfectly captures the structured and seductive style Manfred Mugler is known for. The striking suit features a plunging neckline...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

F/W 1998 Thierry Mugler Runway Burgundy Sculptural Metal Appliqué Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a sculptural purple Thierry Mugler skirt suit designed by Manfred Mugler. In the season's runway presentation, this incredible suit debuted from the Fall/Winter 1998 colle...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Vintage Thierry Mugler Fall 2000 Sculptural Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Thierry Mugler Fall 2000 skirt suit is an iconic piece of archival fashion history. It walked the runway at the Fall 2000 show, which focused on futuristic aestethic. Ev...
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Early 2000s European Thierry Mugler

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

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Iconic African Collection Sculptural Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare collectors piece, original dress from the legendary 1988 Thierry Mugler Spring Summer "African Collection". The pattern was a signature pattern of the Collection. Stu...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler 'Les Infernales' Hip Cutout Leather Moto Biker Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black leather Thierry Mugler moto jacket, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Fall/Winter 1988 "Les Infernales" collection, a ver...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Tailor set Blazer & skirt
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
Thierry Mugler Tailor set Blazer & skirt Blazer with long sleeves composed to 4 stars snaps, front & back with cut-outs, rounded blazer opening, shoulders with shoulder pads, tailor...
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1980s Italian Thierry Mugler

Brown cotton dress with snap closure middle front Thierry Mugler Circa 1990's
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown cotton dress with snap closure middle front. Pocket on both side on the hips + one pocket on the bust. Top stitched sleeve head. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler SS 1989 Les Atlantes Jacket Black Dramatic Sculptural Archive
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous black Thierry Mugler Jacket, Spring Summer 1989 Collection Stunning and super dramatic sculptural jacket from Thierry Mugler's iconic LES ATLANTES Collection 1989. A rare Collectors piece and example of the Designer Legend's iconic signature looks: Phenomenal tailoring, extraordinairy shapes and a beautiful feminine sculptural silhouette. Asymmetrical pointy high collar, fin-like shaped details on the sleeves and a silver metal detail at the waist. Deep sexy V-Neck and closes with one press button at the waist. LES ATLANTES "The Thierry Mugler Spring/Summer 1989 show, entitled 'Les Atlantes,' took place at Paris Fashion Week. Inspired by the deep seas, a group of models in jumpsuits with fish gills on the hips emerged as futuristic sea creatures. Jacket necklines were cut in the shape of waves, fins were attached to sleeves, and peplum waists were made from transparent plastic. A swimwear section rendered in silver, shades of blue, and water print, was complete with fish gill detailing and fin-shaped bracelets. Sleeves of dresses came attached to the bodice, whilst pulling down hems revealed jagged pockets reminiscent of shark teeth...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

1990's Thierry Mugler Black Cutout Panel Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
1990’s Thierry Mugler Black jacket with triple rows of rectangular cutouts on the chest, upper arms, and center back. Square neckline. Shoulder pads. Snap front closure. Condition:...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1997 Jacket Dramatic Sculptural Velvet Red
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous rare Thierry Mugler jacket, assuming FW 1997 'Les Chimères' Collection. It features strong, structured shoulders with dramatic rounded velvet padding that is reminiscent of ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

1990's Thierry Mugler Paris Asymmetrical Sequins Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Thierry Mugler sequins party dress "Collectors item" We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore Details: Unusual asymmetrical black dress with sequined trim designe...
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20th Century French Thierry Mugler

2000s 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 early 2000s, this stunning top is constructed entirely of horizontal n...
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Early 2000s French Thierry Mugler

Vintage Thierry Mugler Black Wool Tailored Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Milano, IT
This vintage Thierry Mugler jacket from the 1990s is a striking example of the designer’s signature structured tailoring and avant-garde aesthetic. Known for his ability to sculpt th...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Creme Linen Blazer
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Structural creme blazer. Metal snap button closures. Deep front pockets. Single Breasted. Unique lapel. Lined. Viscose, rayon, and linen. Made in France. *Condition: excellent vinta...
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1980s Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Backless Dress 1990s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress in light weight black wool dress from Thierry Mugler. It is gorgeous abstract shaped black silk lapels and short sleeves with snap cuffs. It has a double breasted ...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler FW1988/89 Rare Black Cropped Jacket Shark Fin
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous extremely rare Collector's Piece Thierry Mugler black cropped jacket, FW 1988/89 Collection. Dramatic black jacket - a stunning Thierry Mugler creation. Extraordinairy sl...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Jacket FW 1998 Glamour Dramatic Black Glitter Details
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning Thierry Mugler jacket, FW 1998 Collection. Documented Runway Collectors Piece anf famously captured by the legend Helmut Newton! Fabulous dramatic sh...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Beige cotton dress with laces on the side THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige cotton dress with laces on the side. Snap closure on the middle front and belt and buckle . Pocket on both side with snap closure. Raglan sleeve. SIZE 40 / M
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

F/W 1987 Thierry Mugler Curved Black Velvet Bustier Cutout Crop Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black velvet Thierry Mugler corset top, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Fall/Winter 1987 collection, this top was highligh...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Cocktail Dress with Pleated Fan Peplum
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Thierry Mugler Cocktail Dress with Pleated Fan Peplum in heavy black silk crepe. Strictly tailored and form fitting with requisite large ...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

THIERRY MUGLER FW 88 Iconic and Rare Anatomical Tailor-Made Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Milano, MILANO
Fall Winter 1998 iconic and rare suit with anatomical tailor-made cut from 'Les Infernales' collection by Thierry Mugler. Folded peplum. Snap buttons at front and cuffs. Pencil skirt...
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1980s Thierry Mugler

Bright yellow single breasted crêpe jacket Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bright yellow single breasted crêpe jacket with one snap in the middle front on the waist. Decorative pocket on the left above the left breast.
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

Night blue velvet skirt-suit with rhinestone embellishment Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Night blue velvet skirt-suit with rhinestone embellishment. Shoulder-pad. Snap in the middle front. SIZE 42
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Late 20th Century French Thierry Mugler

S/S 1998 Thierry Mugler Black Pendant Structured Bust Full Length Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful black Thierry Mugler dress designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this dress features a sweetheart neckline, spaghetti straps, a mermaid-like skirt, and silver accents at the bust. The season's haute couture runway featured many designs with similar pendant adornments. This little black dress is stunning, and it shows Mugler's ability to turn a classic black dress...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Cruise 1999 Thierry Mugler Navy Silver Chain Cutout Accent Slit Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous navy blue Thierry Mugler gown, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the 1999 Cruise collection, this full-length gown features a fitted column silhouette, thin straps, and an angular neckline. The dress is made complete with a silver-tone chain cutout detail that wraps around the bust and a slit on one side. Effortlessly chic and timeless, this vintage Mugler gown...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Late 1970s Thierry Mugler Denim Mesh Corset Bustier Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning denim and mesh Thierry Mugler corset top. From the late 1970s, this top features a zipper at the front, mesh panels at the side...
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1970s Italian Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Cocktail Dress RAFFIA SS 1995 Black Dramatic Scultural
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous dramatic Thierry Mugler Raffia Cocktail dress, Spring Summer Collection 1995 Featured on the legendary Berlin Show in '95 The most amaz...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Brown linen skirt-suit THIERRY MUGLER Circa 1990's
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown linen skirt-suit. Snap closure on the middle front. Cut-work. Pocket on both side SIZE of the jacket :40 / L SIZE of the skirt : 38 / XS ( very small waist)
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Asymmetrical and wrapped white cotton dress Thierry Mugler Jeans
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Asymmetrical and wrapped white cotton dress . One inside button closure on the waist and bow on the other side. Boned only on the bustier side. SIZE 42 (It) 38 (Fr) M
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1990s Italian Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Vintage Black Cotton Wrap Dress with Acrylic Belt, 1990s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1990s Mugler black cotton mini wrap dress with acrylic belt and criss cross back. Chic summer cocktail dress. Size: Small Bust:34"/ w...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

Epic Thierry Mugler FW1986 Silver Metallic Liquid Silky Goddess Dress Rare
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
This Epic Goddess Dress is everything. Extremely rare Thierry Mugler creation, FW 1986 Collection. Liquid silky silver metallic dream in the most stunning fitted shape. Deep wavy V-...
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1980s French Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler Glam Jacket Shooting Star Crystal Glam Black Dramatic Sculptural
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous Thierry Mugler jacket with gorgeous big crystal jewel details. Theirry Mugler 1995 Cruise collection. Dramatic black jacket with iconic Thierry M...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

MUGLER Vintage Black Bustier Corset
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage black bustier corset. This bustier features : - Black fabric (mixed wool) - Boning - Side hidden zippered closure - Red acetate lining Label reads MUGLER. Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Thierry Mugler

Thierry Mugler SS1998 Black Skirt Suit Dramatic Silver Metal Jacket Skirt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler black skirt suit Spring Summer 1998 Collection. Fabulous extremely rare Collector's Piece. Dramatic black two piece ens...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

1990's THIERRY MUGLER persimmon linen dress with asymmetrical wrap
By Thierry Mugler
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning, persimmon colored linen dress with asymmetrical wrap designed by Thierry Mugler dating to the 1990's. French size 36. Approximate measurements: bust 32-33", waist 24-25", h...
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1990s French Thierry Mugler

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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 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 ExpertJune 6, 2024
    The Mugler style is avant-garde and dramatic. Thierry Mugler's career pushed the boundaries of what fashion design and clothing could mean. Mugler became known for his immaculate tailoring as well as for his increasingly experimental designs that featured sharp cuts, sexy and fetishistic elements and 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. Mugler's influence on over-the-top fashion can be seen in the work of designers such as Jeremy Scott and Alexander McQueen. Explore an assortment 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 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 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 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'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.
  • 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.

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