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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“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 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
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 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
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...
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...
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
Estate Mexican Sterling Amethyst Cuff Bracelet 6 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage Mexican cuff bracelet is sterling silver. It features a 7mm amethyst gemstone. The face of this bracelet measures 7/8 of an inch and tapers down to 3/8 of an i...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Yves Saint Laurent Bracelet Manchette YSL Tom Ford Silver Metal Warrior Cuff
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent open cuff bracelet in silver-tone metal, featuring a reptile skin motif pierced with bullet holes and edged with a wide curb chain. No size is specified; the cuff ...
Sterling Zuni Raised Inlay Turquoise Coral Onyx Cuff Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous bracelet is the creation of the famed Zuni silversmith couple Bryce and Erma Eustace. Though the raised inlay has always been Erma's signature design, this bracelet is...
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Rare Authentic Valentino Haute Couture Jeweled Runway Oval Cuff Bracelet
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One-of-a-kind Valentino hand crafted cuff made for the 2001 Valentino Haute Couture S/S runway show (see photos of model wearing on each arm). This bracelet is the actual one worn o...
Hermès Collier de Chien Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Collier de Chien bracelet in a smooth goatskin with an adjustable closure and Medor studs and ring, comes with original dust cover, P Squared. Comes with velvet pouch.
Rare Authentic Valentino Haute Couture Runway Jeweled Square Cuff Bracelet
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One-of-a-kind Valentino hand crafted cuff made for the 2001 S/S Valentino Couture runway show (see photos of model wearing on each arm). These bracelets are the actual ones worn on ...
Yves Saint Laurent Velvet Cuff Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Yves Saint Laurent Velvet Cuff Bracelet is made of sterling silver and features a central oval inlay of black velvet with a single small metal stud accent. Collectible 2002 Tom Ford ...
Sterling Silver
Dainty Zuni Sunface Inlay Cuff Bracelet 6.5 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous cuff bracelet is sterling silver with turquoise, coral and jet inlay. It measures 3/4 of an inch at its widest point. It has an inner circumference of 6 1/2 inches, inc...
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Wide Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet 6.5 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage cuff bracelet is sterling silver. It measures 1 3/8 inches wide. It has an inner circumference of 6 1/2 inches, including the 1 inch gap. Weight: 40.2 grams Mar...
Sterling Silver
Contemporary Ketoh, by Melanie A. Yazzie, Navajo, bracelet, leather, silver
By Melanie Yazzie
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Contemporary Ketoh, by Melanie A. Yazzie, Navajo, bracelet, leather, silver adjustable length 7.5" or 8" Artist Jewelry series made in Santa Fe, New Mexico Melanie A. Yazzie (Nava...
Silver, Sterling Silver
1.52 Carat Sapphire Yellow Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.52 Carat Sapphire Yellow Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet This gorgeous cuff bangle can be worn alone or stacked with other bracelets and ...
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$33,585 / item
22 Karat Gold Woven Cuff Bracelet
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Cuff Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by Ancient Roman Designs. Our Clementia cuff bracelet is based on an ancient Etrus...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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....
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...