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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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 ...
Hermes Kelly Bracelet Small Model Diamond in 18k Rose Gold ST
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a chic and instantly recognizable Hermes Kelly Bracelet Small Model. Iconic bracelet with turn clasp featured in 18...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Tapered Woven Bracelet by Georges L’Enfant
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous stylish and sleek vintage bracelet by George L'Enfant. Crafted from 18k woven yellow gold if tapered form. Has 18ct double struck eagle heads (fre...
18k Gold
22 Karat Gold Handmade Link Bracelet with Brilliant Cut Diamond Charms
By Malcolm Betts
Located in London, GB
22ct gold hand made link bracelet set with brilliant cut diamond charms Handmade in Notting Hill London by renowned British jeweller Malcolm Betts. 1.10cts approximate total diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Moonstone 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Oslo, 03
8x11mm cabochon cut moonstones are set in sterling silver. Width is 3.5cm. Length is 6 inches with a 1.5 inch extender chain. which makes a total length of maximum 7.5inches. All...
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Peruvian Opal bracelet in 22 Karat gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Peruvian Opal bead bracelet in 22 Karat gold with 22 Karat gold bead spacers and a toggle clasp. This specific type of opal is the national stone of Peru. This fairly rare opal was n...
Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,880 / item
W 0.75 in L 6.89 in
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune" Bracelet with Diamonds in 18 Karat Orange Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Essential collection, Dune bracelet handcrafted in 18 karat orange gold. Four brilliant white diamonds at 0.23 carat total weight. Two outer curving circles...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$12,470 / item
W 0.75 in L 6.89 in
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune" Bracelet with Diamonds in 18 Karat Ice White Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Essential collection, Dune bracelet handcrafted in 18 karat Ice White gold. Four brilliant white diamonds at 0.23 carat total weight. Two outer curving circ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,210 / item
W 0.48 in L 6.89 in
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune" Link Bracelet with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Essential collection, Dune bracelet handcrafted in 18 karat Ice White gold. Sixteen brilliant white diamonds at 0.62 carat total weight. Eight oval links ar...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Minoan-Inspired Basket Link Bracelet
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Minoan-Inspired Basket Link Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry. This stunning bracelet is inspired by a Minoan gold example from the area of Knossos, Crete, dating to aro...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Russian 14k/Silver Old Mine/Rose Cut Diamond & Synthetic Ruby Bracelet
Located in Victoria, BC
A refined and structurally interesting bracelet in the Belle Époque / early Art Deco style, combining mixed metals with intricate diamond work and calibrated ruby accents. This piece...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
22 Karat Gold Mycenaean-Inspired Lily Flower Link Bracelet
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Mycenaean-Inspired Lily Flower Link Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry. Our incredible "Ilithyia" bracelet is inspired by a Mycenaean gold example from the area of Phaistos, in Crete, dating 1400 to 1300 BC. It is made up of small links that are supposed to recall the white lily...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Two-Tone Retro Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This highly polished retro 18K gold bracelet features yellow and rose gold links in a weave pattern. The substantial bracelet makes a striking statement in gold.
18k Gold
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
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...