No one understands sex appeal quite like Tom Ford, who joined Gucci as a womens-wear designer in 1990.
At the time, the internationally renowned Italian label was better known for leather goods than luxury fashion. It was also nearly bankrupt. After creative director Dawn Mello left in 1994, following a Bahrain-based investment group becoming Gucci’s majority shareholder, Ford was named creative director. The American designer soon infused the brand with a fresh sensuality and bold style.
Ford's potent vision of sexed-up femininity spanned everything from shirts to shoes to handbags and other accessories at Gucci — he reimagined the house's iconic double-ring-and-bar Horsebit hardware, a reference to the brand’s equestrian history, as a seductive low-slung belt, worn by Madonna when accepting an MTV video music award in 1995. For his fall show during that year, in which Kate Moss walked down the runway in an unbuttoned satin shirt, velvet hip-huggers and tousled hair, heralded an exciting, glammed-up era for the once fusty brand. Vogue critic Sarah Mower called it “one of those hitting-in-the-solar-plexus moments.”
As Ford shot to fame, he continued to explore plunging necklines, such as in the black and white looks of the Fall 1996 collection, and sumptuous fabrics like leather and tweed, with the Fall 2000 ready-to-wear collection ranging from sultry silk evening dresses to plush belted coats.
Ford also cranked up the seduction in the provocative ads for Gucci, particularly with regard to campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, which the fashion house acquired in 1999 (Ford was also named creative director for YSL and designed the brand’s ready-to-wear collection). Gucci's Fall/Winter 1997 campaign featured Carolyn Murphy grasping Angela Lindvall in what looked like a video still; in another shot, a face pressed against a foot in a lipstick-red heel. Each promoted a vision of modern fashion where women were sexually confident, the materials were luxurious and the styles were fearless.
In 2004, Ford and Gucci president Domenico De Sole left the company after failing to agree on the renewal of their contracts. In 2006, with De Sole as chairman, Ford launched his wildly successful eponymous menswear label. Today Ford is also an author, film director and chairman of the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
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S/S1999 Gucci by Tom Ford "Acid Flower" Jackie bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Milano, Lombardia
An absolute grail from the iconic Spring/Summer 1999 runway collection by Tom Ford for Gucci, this vintage "Jackie" shoulder bag is a rare archival masterpiece that perfectly captur...
Gucci Dragon Bag — Tom Ford Era, FW 2004 — Crocodile Leather
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
Rarity in nice.vintage.darling An extraordinary and highly collectible evening bag from Gucci Fall/Winter 2004 collection, designed under the creative direction of Tom Ford. This ex...
Gucci by Tom Ford rare F/W 1999 green python ad campaign bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in PARIS, FR
Gucci by Tom Ford rare F/W 1999 collection green python ad campaign bag. Amazing structure and item.
Rare iconic Gucci Jackie in glossy crocodile skin by Tom Ford from early 2000’s
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
New in Nice.vintage.darling: An exceptionally rare and highly collectible Gucci Jackie bag crafted from glossy black crocodile skin. This iconic piece comes from the celebrated Tom F...
Gucci
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in NICE, FR
New in nice.vintage.darling: An exceptionally rare limited-edition runway piece from Gucci’s iconic Fall/Winter 2003 collection, designed by Tom Ford. Crafted from exquisite crocodi...
Tom Ford for Gucci Suede Black & Red Indy Hobo Shoulder Bag circa 2000
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Tom Ford for Gucci Suede Black & Red Indy Hobo Shoulder Bag circa 2000 is a timeless and luxurious accessory that embodies the elegance and boldness of early 2000s designer fashi...
New Tom Ford for Gucci FW 2004 Leather Lizard Serpent Web Limited Edition Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
An iconic and rare collector’s piece from Tom Ford’s final years at Gucci, this Fall 2004 limited edition shoulder bag is a masterclass in bold luxury and statement design. Crafted ...
Gucci Pre-Owned 20th Century Suede Tiger Head shoulder bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Gucci Pre-Owned 20th Century Suede Tiger Head shoulder bag Gucci Tom Ford Era Highlights - suede leather body - leather and chain shoulder strap - front flap with tiger head charm - ...
Gucci x Tom Ford Vintage 1997 GG Monogram Velvet Bag in Plum
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Prémode presents Gucci x Tom Ford Vintage 1997 GG Monogram Velvet Bag in Plum Gucci 1997 GG velvet bag, designed under Tom Ford’s visionary direction, is one of the most iconic bag ...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1999 Runway Jackie Bag in Black Leather and Orange Nylon
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
GUCCI BY TOM FORD S/S 1999 RUNWAY JACKIE BAG IN BLACK LEATHER AND ORANGE NYLON Gucci by Tom Ford Spring / Summer 1999 Jackie bag in black leather and orange nylon. Featured in Look...
Gucci by Tom Ford 1998 Brown Monogram Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci Monogram fabric bag from the spring-summer 1998 collection designed by Tom Ford. This is the bag to match with the brown monogram suit from the same collection. The square sh...
S/S 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Acid Flower Print Nylon Medium Jackie Bag Blue Flora
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a classic Jackie bag from Tom Ford's famous 'Las Vegas hippy' collection with Gucci. The S/S 1999 collection is remembered for its drastic departure from Tom Ford's signat...
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Crocodile White Two-Tone Dragon Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed by Tom Ford for his final collection as Gucci's creative director, this white and brown two-tone crocodile bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection is an ultra-luxurious mus...
Gucci Tom Ford Horse Bit Chain Shoulder Bag Black Monogram Canvas Beige Leather
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
GUCCI BY TOM FORD VINTAGE HORSE BIT CHAIN SHOULDER BAG IN BLACK GG LOGO CANVAS AND BEIGE LEATHER Gucci by Tom Ford vintage horse bit structured sho...
S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Burgundy Velvet Chain Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous burgundy velvet Gucci chain shoulder bag designed by Tom Ford. This Spring/Summer 2000 collection bag features a gunmetal-tone baroque pattern atop the luxurious deep red velvet. Add this timeless Gucci by Tom Ford bag...
Gucci Tom Ford Era 2004 Limited Edition AD Era Bag Bamboo Chain Metallic
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Melbourne, VIC
prémode presents Gucci Tom Ford Era 2004 Bag. This limited edition bag was designed by Tom Ford for his final collection as the Creative Director for Gucci. Featuring absolutely gorgeous metallic leather and intricate bamboo motif chain, this rare piece would an incredibly special addition to your vintage bag collection...
2000's GUCCI by Tom Ford Monogram Logo Horsebit Bag Ruthenium Hardware
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the early 2000's, this Tom Ford designed Gucci bag is made of signature GG monogram logo canvas with black leather trim & ruthenium tone hardware. It features a front flap ...
Gucci By Tom Ford S/S 1999 Orange canvas leather Jackie hobo bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by Tom Ford - Sold by Skof.Archive - Classic hobo is crafted of orange nylon and black leather - Black leather at the base and sides - Closure/Opening: piston strap clos...
F/W 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Large Black Glossy Crocodile Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This truly incredible black crocodile Gucci top handle bag was designed by Tom Ford for the Fall/Winter 1996 collection with the pony hair version highlighted in the season's ad campaign. Constructed entirely of black crocodile, this bag features a clam shell closure and gold accents at the base of the straps. With smaller Gucci crocodile bags...
S/S 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Yellow Alligator Serpent Horsebit Small Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci by Tom Ford small shoulder bag from Spring/Summer 2004 is crafted from GG canvas with genuine alligator leather accents in bold yellow and purple tones. Multiple bags and ...
F/W 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Ad Genuine Python Skin Black Medium Shoulder Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Gucci’s Fall/Winter 1996 collection by Tom Ford, this medium shoulder bag is crafted from genuine black python skin with a structured silhouette. It features dual shoulder strap...
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Red Alligator Adjustable Crossbody G Logo Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci bag from the Spring/Summer 1998 collection by Tom Ford is constructed in red alligator with a structured rectangular flap silhouette. A large silver-tone G logo plate anch...
F/W 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Green Karung Snakeskin Silver Bar Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Fall/Winter 1999 Gucci shoulder bag, designed by Tom Ford, is crafted from green karung snakeskin with a natural ombré effect in earthy tones. It features a structured silver-ton...
F/W 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Pony Hair Oversized Runway Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tom Ford designed this incredible large black Gucci pony hair bag for the Fall/Winter 1996 collection. This oversized tote is constructed entirely of p...
S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Purple Silk Satin Waist & Shoulder Bag Runway
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an iconic bright purple satin Gucci waist bag designed by Tom Ford. This stunning satin fanny pack is from the Spring/Summer 2001 collection...
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Brown Leather Inerlocking Strap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci shoulder bag designed by Tom Ford from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection is shaped in a flat rectangular silhouette with a top zip closure. It is crafted in brown leather ...
1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Alligator Skin Glossy Black Flat Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tom Ford designed this stunning black alligator Gucci shoulder bag in 1998. This flat shoulder bag is constructed entirely of glossy black alligator skin. The bag features a flap closure, rectangular shape, adjustable shoulder strap, and silver-tone hardware. With the recent Gucci alligator bags...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Web 2003/4 Velvet GG Logo Exotic Lizard Horsebit XL Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A fabulour Gucci by Tom Ford Evening Bag From his final years at Gucci 2003/2004 A remake of this bag in regular leather is part of Gucci's FW 2023 collection Limited Edition, only s...
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Patent Leather G Square Shoulder Bag circa 1990s
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Tom Ford for Gucci Black Patent Leather G Square Shoulder Bag from the circa 1990s is a stunning example of luxury craftsmanship and timeless style. Crafted from glossy black pat...
Gucci by Tom Ford Horse Bit Mini Bag Chain GG Monogram Green & Red Webbing
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a mini GG horse-bit hobo bag by Tom Ford for Gucci. This early 2000s bag features the classic 'GG' monogram weave accented with the red and green Gucci web down the front and back center. An oversized horse...
F/W 2002 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Ostrich Braided Leather Wood Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a wood frame genuine ostrich leather bag by Tom Ford for Gucci. This piece was designed for the Fall/Winter 2002 collection and features the same braided leather and distr...
S/S 2000 Vintage Tom Ford For Gucci Beaded Evening Clutch Bag NWT
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
S/s 2000 Vintage Tom Ford For Gucci Beaded Evening Clutch Bag Measurements: 9″ x 6″ Excellent condition Color: Python print Silver metal strap. Place of Or...
S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Cream Ostrich Chain Flap Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gorgeous ostrich leather Gucci bag with a chainlink handle, designed by Tom Ford. This bag is from the Spring/Summer 2000 collection and is constructed almost entirely o...