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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THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Resin Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage free form resin bracelet embellished with blue crystals. Embossed TM. Indicative measurements : inner circumference approx. 19.16 cm (7.54 inches) / max. wid...
Thierry Mugler cuff bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
THIERRY MUGLER - Beaten golden bronze cuff bracelet with a wide lapel and a back opening. A Collection circa 1980, under the artistic direction of Thierry Mugler. Condition: Good co...
Gilt Metal
Rare Thierry Mugler FW 2000 Sculptural Crystal Bracelet Cuff
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Few designers have ever captured the future with the same sensual force as Thierry Mugler. This Fall/Winter 2000 HIRONDELLE SERIES cuff is a lightning bolt forged in gold tone metal ...
Thierry Mugler cuff bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
MUGLER - Beaten golden bronze cuff bracelet with a wide lapel and a back opening. A Collection circa 1980 under the artistic direction of Thierry Mugler. Condition: Very good condit...
Gilt Metal
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Chunky Free Form Off-White Resin Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage chunky free form off-white resin bracelet. Embossed TM. Comes from a French private THIERRY MUGLER jewelry collection...
Rare Thierry Mugler FW 1987 Bangle Bracelet Cuff Space Planets
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler FW 1987 Space Planet Bangle Extremely rare and stunning vintage Thierry Mugler Jewellery No signature, attributed to. inner diameter ca.7cm please note that any pict...
Thierry Mugler bracelet 'bangle' Haute Couture 1990s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
MUGLER - Impressive golden bronze bangle bracelet. A Haute Couture Collection circa 1990, under the artistic direction of Thierry Mugler. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Circ...
Gilt Metal
“Bangle” bracelet Thierry Mugler Haute Couture 1990’s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
MUGLER - Striking gilt bronze bangle bracelet. Very good overall condition, with some signs of wear and marks in the metal. Haute Couture collection circa 1990, under the artistic di...
Gilt Metal
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Resin Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage rare textured brown resin asymetric cuff bracelet embellished with orange colour crystals. Embossed TM. Comes from a French private THIERRY MUGLER jewelry...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Rue Cambon Paris Quilted Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Stunning vintage gold rue cambon cuff bracelet from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Gold Plated Very good condition overall aside from light wear and scratches throughout Comes ...
Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 3 Row Link Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
A stunning exemplar of mid-20th century jewelry artistry, this vintage bracelet from the 1940s-1950s era exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Masterfully crafted in rich 18k ...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Native Turquoise and Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Fox turquoise and sterling silver bracelet. Having large natural turquoise slab surrounded by twisted rope border and framed by open sterling cuff with female figures on either side....
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Gubelin, Swiss Modern Diamond-Set Gold Bracelet
By Gubelin
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Gubelin, Switzerland. Modernism ruled sixties fashion and this tasteful 18k yellow gold bracelet from Gubelin is a sublime example. Its abstract organic motif in yellow gold is emboldened by brilliantly white diamonds that pop-pop-pop! set in white gold. Sophisticated casual with heels and jeans, it is striking in any moment of fashion. Gubelin Art Jewelry has an artistic authority that effortlessly takes it from cocktails and gallery openings...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl and Diamond Bangle Bracelet - The two Mabe pearls measure 10mm in diameter. They are set in bezels that click together. The bangle has 6 accent rou...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Navajo Single-Stone Turquoise and Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo sterling silver and turquoise cuff bracelet. With single Kingman stone set in decorative cuff featuring feathers, twisted rope border, stamped sterling beads and fan accents o...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Multicolored Gripoix Poured Glass Bracelet Cuff
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s Chanel gold toned cuff bangle adorned with 17 multicolored Gripoix. Stamped 26 made in France. Circumference measures approximately 16 cm Width 3.3 cm Opening 1.6 cm. Comes wit...
Vintage Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Large Navajo sterling silver and Royston turquoise cuff bracelet. Three large natural, untreated stones set in shadow box style setting with sterling silver beads and leaves. Stones ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold Diamond Infinity Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold Diamond Infinity Cuff Bangle Bracelet Tiffany Infinity is a powerful symbol of continuous connection, energy and vitality. Enduringly modern, this cuff m...
Diamond, Rose Gold
John Galliano Clear Acrylic Resin Bracelet Bangle with Newspaper Inclusions
By John Galliano
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning John Galliano Paris bracelet is from the 2000 Autumn-Winter "Newspaper" collection. The bangle features an acrylic, or Lucite, chunky sliced shape in transparent light ...
Cartier Dinh Van 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Cuff Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an open cuff style bracelet with a flat square form With slightly rounded terminals With high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed for Dinh Van for Cartie...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 21 Carats Scroll Diamond Textured Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold 21 Carats Scroll Diamond Textured Bracelet. David Webb estate yellow gold diamond bracelet designed as a hinged ban...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Thierry Mugler Golden Metal Bracelet, 1990s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Thierry Mugler - Golden metal bracelet with red rhinestones. Jewellery from the 1990s. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Circumference: 19.5 cm - Diamete...
Thierry Mugler Bracelet, 1990s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Thierry Mugler- Golden metal bracelet with green rhinestones, 1990s. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Circumference: 19.5 cm - Diameter: 6.2 cm Period: ...
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Red Crystal Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage silver tone bracelet embellished with ruby red colour crystals. Embossed TM. Comes from a French private THIERRY MUGLER jewelry...
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Claw Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage gold tone bracelet featuring claw design links embellished with blue shade crystals. Hook clasp closure. Embossed THIERRY MUGLER. Indicative measurements : ...
Gilt Metal
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Claw Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage gold tone bracelet featuring claw design links embellished with blue shade crystals. Hook clasp closure. Embossed THIERRY MUGLE...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Thierry Mugler Gold Branches with Diamante Bracelet Circa 1980s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Thierry Mugler Gold Branches With Diamante Bracelet Circa 1980s. This bracelet was created for the runway only so is a show sample and is ...
Mixed Metal
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Jewelled Resin Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage free form resin bracelet embellished with blue crystals. Embossed TM. Indicative measurements : inner circumference approx. 19....
Vintage Thierry Mugler Space Age Black Chrome Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Thierry Mugler Space Age Black Chrome Bracelet Measurements: Wearable Length: 7 inches Features: - 100% Authentic Thierry Mugler. - Black ch...
Thierry Mugler Vintage Crystal Prisms Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage bracelet featuring large crystal prisms in a gold toned setting simulating branches. Lobster clasp closure. Embossed THIERRY MUGLER. Indicative measurements...
Thierry Mugler Vintage Organic Shape Irridescent Cuff Bracelet
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage organic shape irridescent lucite cuff bracelet. This cuff is transparent with irridescent geen/blue which changes in different light and upon movement Emboss...
Thierry Mugler Clear Lucite Bangle
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Thierry Mugler oversized clear lucite bangle a runway piece.