Todd Oldham may wear many hats today as a creative, but he first made his mark on the world as the maximalist American fashion designer of the 1990s, during which he would become known for wildly playful runway shows and vibrant, adventurous evening dresses, skirts, jackets and other clothing.
Born in Corpus Christi, Texas, Oldham learned to sew at age nine. His first job after graduating high school was at Polo Ralph Lauren, where he worked in alterations. Then, after being fired — the teen’s punky personal style didn’t mesh well with the brand — he borrowed $100 from his parents, created a micro collection of his own and promptly sold it to Neiman Marcus before launching his own company with the department store’s lead buyer, Tony Longoria, who would become both his business and life partner. It was the meteoric start of a whirlwind career.
In 1990, the New York Times praised Oldham’s work (and that of his contemporary Christian Francis Roth) as “offbeat styles that bring wit and whimsy to the business of fashion.” Where major houses like Calvin Klein and Michael Kors went minimalist with their collections, Oldham went bold.
His style took on global inspiration. His family spent a few years during his childhood living in Iran, which introduced him to patterns, colors and materials not commonly used in America. So, for many of his collections, Oldham used over-the-top embellishments, rainbow hues, luxe materials and funky sewing techniques to create irreverent pieces that jibed with the zeitgeist of the ’90s. He even earned a gig on MTV, hosting a segment on the show House of Style that taught viewers how to make DIY clothing and accessories.
Then, in 1999, Oldman had had enough. He felt that it was time to explore other interests, so he closed up shop. Over the years, Oldham has designed furniture and created interiors and published books on influential shelter magazine Nest as well as modernist illustrator Charley Harper. But that’s not to say he doesn’t remember his fashion years fondly. Oldham and his studio collaborated with the Rhode Island School of Design on a retrospective of his fashion work in 2016 titled “All of Everything: Todd Oldham Fashion,” which toured the United States.
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Todd Odham Heart Embroidered Silk Skirt with Beading 1980s
By Todd Oldham
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk skirt trimmed in red sequin and embroidered hearts framed in an intricate beaded design. It has a 2" red sequin embroidered w...
$676Sale Price|20% Off
1990s Todd Oldham Size Large Blue Jean Denim Sleeveless Vintage 90s Mini Dress
By Todd Oldham
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 90s TODD OLDHAM blue jean / denim sleeveless dress ! Buttons up the front, with pockets at each side of the waist. In great condition Made in USA Marked Size Large Meas...
$460Sale Price|20% Off
1990s Vintage Todd Oldham Snakeskin Print Denim Brown + Black Jean Jacket
By Todd Oldham
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1990s Todd Oldham snakeskin print denim jacket! Classic snakeskin print in brown and black, with signature silver buttons down the front, at cuffs, pockets and at adjusting b...
$885Sale Price|31% Off
Todd Oldham Black Accented with Double-Chain Rhinestone Evening Dress
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
Todd Oldham for the famed Fred Hayman of Beverly Hills, wonderfully detailed elegant yet whimsical evening double-chain rhinestone encrusted slightly flared black evening dres...
1990s Todd Oldham Butterfly + Flowers Embroidered Vintage 90s Waistcoat Vest
By Todd Oldham
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 90s TODD OLDHAM boho hippie chic butterflies + flowers embroidered silk waist coat / vest! Tons of intricate hand embroidery throughout. Large ham...
Todd Oldham Men's Denim Jacket
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
Todd Oldham's men's denim jacket is size small. Front center front measures 20 1/4" in length, back is 23". Back shoulder-to-shoulder across measures 18", sleeves are 25 1/4" includi...
Mini denim skirt with ruffles on the back Todd Oldham
By Todd Oldham
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Mini denim skirt with ruffles on the back . Branded button, buttonhole and zip closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side on the front with branded studs. SIZE L
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
1993 Todd Oldham Runway Beaded Gown
By Todd Oldham
Located in Miami, FL
From the 1993 SS Runway collection is this INSANE black 90s fitted gown with detailed heavily beaded collar and sleeves. The beading and embroidery on one sleeve is done in swirle...
Todd Oldham 1990's Black Sequin Knit Skirt - Size Small
By Todd Oldham
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This 1990's Vintage Todd Oldham skirt is made of a knitted material with sequins all over. The fabric stretches allowing it to fit several sizes. The piece is in very good vintage co...
Todd Oldham Black Silk with Multi-Colors Stud Evening Vest
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
Todd Oldham fully lined black silk evening vest is studded with multi-colors of rhinestones held by gold hardware. Size 6, American. There are 8 buttons on front (two are missing...
TODD OLDHAM Vintage 1980s Size M Brown Blue Polyester Blend Patchwork Wood Grain T-Shirt
By Todd Oldham
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage TIMES SEVEN TODD OLDHAM 1980s t-shirt in a brown and blue polyester blend jersey featuring a patchwork wood grain print, short sleeves, and crew neck.Good Pre-Owned Condition...
Todd Oldham Silk Pants Wide Palazzo Leg Suzani Style Block Print Vintage 90s S
By Todd Oldham
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
A rare and collectible piece from iconic American designer Todd Oldham, these vintage palazzo pants capture the bold spirit of 1990s fashion. ...
Todd Oldham Black and Navy Leopard Print Denim Jacket
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
Todd Oldham black and navy leopard print jacket is accented is silver hardware studd buttons engraved with Todd Oldham. Front has six (6) buttons along with two breast pockets finish...
Todd Oldham Red Metal Chain Link Dress 1995
By Todd Oldham
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a stunning vintage Todd Oldham red metal chain link dress featuring wide straps, slinky body, and above the k...
TODD OLDHAM Size 6 Multi Color Wool Blend Patchwork Tapered Casual Pants
By Todd Oldham
Located in San Francisco, CA
TODD OLDHAM casual pants in a multicolor wool blend fabric with leather and suede patches featuring a patchwork design, tapered leg, and back zipper closure.Good Vintage Condition. L...
Todd Oldham for Congovid Floral Embroidered Suit
By Todd Oldham
Located in Austin, TX
Todd Oldham for Congovid embroidered suit with oversized jacket. Two large pockets on front. Jacket size M, pants size L. Cotton, rayon blend. Cond...
Todd Oldham brown cotton "Snake print" denim jacket
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
Todd Oldham cotton denim jacket in a "snake" print in hues of browns and beige. The metal stud buttons all have the signature Todd Oldham name and logo label tag is located on the le...
Christian Lacroix 1980s Beaded Silk Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk cocktail dress from Christian Lacroix with elaborate beading and sequins in magenta, rose, silver and red. The pointed bodice has beaded spaghetti straps and i...
Alexander McQueen Geometric Color Block Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful dress from Alexander McQueen in back and beige stretch bandage fabric. It is sleeveless with a V neck flattering with the strategically placed lines of beige cinching th...
Hermes 1970s Dress with Lace up Back
By Hermès
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black polished cotton dress from Hermes. It is sleeveless with a crew neckline, button front closure to the waist, hip pockets, and...
Chic 1980s Size 12 Strapless Pearl Encrusted Black and White Pouf Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 80s black and white pearl encrusted Size 12 strapless embroidered party pouf dress! Features a fitted boned black bodice with white embroidery and hand-sewn pearls throu...
Vintage Lillie Rubin 1990s Amazing Fully Beaded Sequined Pearl Silk Fringe Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage early 90s LILLIE RUBIN black beaded, sequined, and pearled silk cocktail flapper dress! Heavily hand beaded black seed beads throughout the skirt. Gold and silver sequins and beads hand-sewn onto the bodice in a tromp o...
Late 1970s Bob Mackie Rare Sequin + Ribbons Vintage 70s Strapless Silk Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic rare late 1970s BOB MACKIE black silk strapless cocktail dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn sequins throughout the front and back bodice...
1960s Navy Blue Chiffon White Rhinestone Flowers Vintage 60s Gown Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s navy blue and white silk chiffon flower rhinestone applique gown ! Features a tailored bodice with hand-sewn white flowers that are encrusted with rhinestones. Sheer ...
Moroccan Elegant Velvet Kaftan Blue and Silver Caftan
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan deep midnight blue velvet embroidered with silver metallic threads, circa 1970s. This long maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished entirely by hand. ...
Oscar de la Renta Flower Sequin Silk Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black and white sequin silk gown by Oscar de la Renta. It has long sleeves with zippers at the wrists, is semi fitted with a gathered skirt all completely covered in larg...
S/S 2004 Versace by Donatella Pink Rhinestone 'DV' Monogram Stretch T-Shirt Y2K
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pink fitted Versace t-shirt designed by Donatella in the early 2000s. The bust features rhinestone stud embroidery to form Donatella's DV monogram logo. This piece is a ...
$1,575
Size: Small - Medium
Vintage Vivienne Tam Black and Red Sheer Beaded 1990s 90s Midi Dress & Slip
By Vivienne Tam
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s VIVIENNE TAM black and red beaded semi sheer midi dress and matching slip! Features thousands of hand-sewn red and black seed beads and rhinestones with an A...
S/S 2004 Versace by Donatella Pink Pop Art Silk Scarf Tassel Blouse
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a hot pink backless scarf top designed by Donatella for Versace's colorful Spring/Summer 2004 collection. In homage to Gianni's Warhol-inspired designs, this season used P...
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Size: L
TODD OLDHAM JEANS Vintage 90s Size L Indigo Cotton Denim Contrast Stitch Double Breasted Coat
By Todd Oldham
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage TODD OLDHAM JEANS 90s coat in an indigo cotton denim with half lining featuring a double breasted style, peak lapel, and button closure with elastic waistband.Excellent Pre-...
TODD OLDHAM Vintage black gold eye brooch crystal fringe single strap dress S
By Todd Oldham
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TODD OLDHAM Vintage black gold eye brooch crystal fringe single strap dress S Reference: WECN/A00061 Brand: Todd Oldham Material: Rayon, Silk Color: Black, Gold Pattern: Solid Closur...
Vintage TODD OLDHAM Spring 1993 Size S Chartreuse Silk Vest
By Todd Oldham
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage TODD OLDHAM Spring 1993 vest com a chartreuse twill silk featuring a back self-tie detail, flap pockets, and gold tone buttons. Made in USA...
Todd Oldham Wrap-Style Printed Robe/Duster
By Todd Oldham
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A beautiful and interesting piece of clothing by none other than Todd Oldham to add to your collection! This robe/duster features many prints paired together to make a long and flowing garment featuring a waist tie, long sleeves, and pockets on the front. The prints are highly detailed with some featuring national parks. This really is so unique! Pair this with a long knit dress...
1990s Todd Oldham paint by numbers silk blouse
By Todd Oldham
Located in Austin, TX
1990s Todd Oldham paint by numbers silk blouse Condition: Very good Size M
1990s Todd Oldham Beaded Halter Dress
By Todd Oldham
Located in Austin, TX
1990s Todd Oldham Beaded Silk Gown. Tie at neck, side zip Condition: Very good size S/M Length: 51”
1992 Todd Oldham beaded tie dye top
By Todd Oldham
Located in Austin, TX
1992 S/S TODD OLDHAM Multicolored Beaded Tie Dye Tee Condition: Excellent 40" bust, 38" waist, 41" hips, 26.5" length
1991 F/W Todd Oldham tiger high waisted pant
By Todd Oldham
Located in Austin, TX
1991 F/W Todd Oldham felt tiger print high waisted pants Condition: Very good Size : M 26" Waist, 39" Hips, 30" inseam Listing is for pants only.
1994 Todd Oldham Flame Tee Sheer
By Todd Oldham
Located in Austin, TX
1994 Todd Oldham sheer stretch flame tee. Condition: Excellent 100% polyester. Size Small Bust: 26", Waist: 26", Length: 17.5"
1980S TODD OLDHAM Jeans Green Floral And Feather Print Shorts
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
1980S TODD OLDHAM Jeans Green Floral And Feather Print Shorts
1990S TODD OLDHAM Beaded Silk Mondrian Geometric Plaid Mini Skirt
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
1990S TODD OLDHAM Beaded Silk Mondrian Geometric Plaid Mini Skirt
Cream & Black Vintage Todd Oldham Silk Blazer
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage cream and black comb-printed silk blazer by Todd Oldman. Peak lapel. Long sleeves. Button-front closure. Waist patch pockets. ...