No one understands sex appeal quite like American designer Tom Ford.
An avowed perfectionist from an early age, Ford was rearranging furniture at the age of six and offering his mother advice on her hair and shoes. The designer, author, film director and chairman of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) is one of the most successful people working in fashion today.
Born in Austin, Texas, Ford grew up in the suburbs of Houston and Santa Fe, New Mexico. He briefly attended New York University, where he studied art history before dropping out to pursue acting. He became a regular at Studio 54, with its decadent nightlife later informing his high-octane fashion. He studied architecture at Parsons School of Design before shifting his focus to fashion and spending time at the Parsons Paris campus, graduating in 1985. The rest of the decade he worked for designers Perry Ellis and Cathy Hardwick. In 1990, Gucci’s creative director Dawn Mello hired him as a womens-wear designer.
At the time, the Italian label was better known for leather goods than luxury fashion. It was also nearly bankrupt. After Mello left in 1994, following a Bahrain-based investment group becoming Gucci’s majority shareholder, Ford was named creative director. He soon infused the brand with a fresh sensuality and bold style. His fall 1995 show, 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. He also cranked up the seduction in the provocative ads for the fashion house, particularly with regard to campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, which Gucci 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. The brand has expanded into womens wear, beauty, accessories — vintage Tom Ford handbags are universally adored by celebrities and collectors alike — as well as eyewear and fragrance, with the unisex Black Orchid introduced in 2006. Ford broke into film directing with the critically acclaimed A Single Man in 2009 and Nocturnal Animals in 2016, continuing to blur the boundaries between fashion and culture.
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Tom Ford for Gucci Pants with Zipper Legs A/W 2001
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
Gorgeous ad campaign and runway featured pants in fine black wool pants with leather trim by Tom Ford for Gucci. They have a 2" waistband, front zipper, and 2 back zipper leather pa...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S Pink Tropical Floral Pants, 1999
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vibrant and timeless print, designed by fashion legend Tom Ford for Gucci's Spring/Summer 1999 collection, is perfect for making a bold statement. Made with lightweight cotton, ...
GUCCI Tom Ford black wooly curved pocket high waist flare trousers IT38 XS
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford black wooly curved pocket high waist flare trousers IT38 XS Reference: CNPG/A00164 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Feels like wool Color: Black Pattern: Soli...
Rare Late 90s Tom Ford for Gucci Size 42 / 8 / 10 Black Silk Jumpsuit Racerback
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in San Diego, CA
Super rare vintage 1990s brand new with tags FW 1997 Gucci, by Tom Ford black silk jumpsuit! So much style to this amazing piece, that has never been worn! Chic style, with a slouchy...
YvesSaintLaurent TomFord Slim StraightLeg FineDenim Black Jeans, ss2003
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford
Located in Chicago, IL
Sleekly designed by Tom Ford, these Yves Saint Laurent Spring/Summer 2003 slim high-waisted straight-leg jeans feature fine stretch-cotton denim, rear tucks, five pockets, and five b...
Tom Ford Men Jeans Slim Fit selvedge strong Size 31, S2096
By Tom Ford
Located in Kaunas, LT
Check my other listings. Have many more designer clothes for sale. Open to any offers. Item for sale is 100% genuine Tom Ford slim fit selvedge Men Jeans, S2096, KE7 Color: blue (An ...
Tom Ford Blue Bleached Denim Skinny Jeans Size S
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Never worn, with tags. No visible wear to denim jeans is evident on this new Tom Ford designer resale item. Details Blue Denim Jeans Bleached pattern Skinny fit...
GUCCI Tom Ford chocolate brown curved pocket high waist flare trousers IT40 S
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford chocolate brown curved pocket high waist flare trousers IT40 S Reference: CNPG/A00165 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Fabric Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Clos...
Tom Ford Black Logo Waistband Trousers Size XS
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the trousers is evident. Minimal wear to the front of the right trouser leg and front of the left trouser leg on the lower half where plucks t...
GUCCI Tom Ford Nylon Blend Trousers IT38 XS
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford charcoal grey curved pocket nylon blend straight leg trousers IT38 XS Reference: CNPG/A00163 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Nylon, Blend Color: Grey Pattern...
Tom Ford Silver & Black Leopard Print Sequin Leggings 2018
By Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a pair of Tom Ford sequin leggings featuring a leopard print in silver and black sequins, a sexy slim fit, ankle zippers, an elastic waistban...
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
Tom Ford $4750 S/S 2021 Women's Snakeskin-Print Silk Pants Trousers 48 R
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford Women's Snakeskin-Print Silk Pants S/S 2021 Collection Designer size - 48 R 100% Silk, Side pockets follow seam of pants for clean lines, Back button-welt pockets, Smooth side adjusters for perfect fit, Back vent allows for greater movement, Concealed horn button...
$870Sale Price|25% Off
GUCCI 1999 Tom Ford Vintage pink tropical floral straight pants IT40 S
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI 1999 Tom Ford Vintage pink tropical floral straight pants IT40 S Reference: TGAS/D00576 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: SS1999 Material: Cotton Color: Pink, Multico...
$202Sale Price|20% Off
Tom Ford white trousers with gold tone studs
By Tom Ford
Located in Capri, IT
Tom Ford white trousers with gold tone studs totally made in italy in size 42 waist 80 cm total lenght 95 cm
Tom Ford Wide Leg mettalic silver pants
By Tom Ford
Located in New York, NY
Tom Ford wide leg pants Metallic & Silver Mid-Rise Embroidered & Glitter Accents Zip Pockets Elasticized Waist Size - XS Fabric: Not listed, feels like Synthetic-blend Conditrion - p...
Tom Ford Silver & Black Leopard Print Sequin Leggings 2018
By Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a pair of Tom Ford sequin leggings featuring a leopard print in silver and black sequins, a sexy slim fit, ankle zippers, an elastic waistban...
$456Sale Price|20% Off
rare GUCCI Vintage Tom Ford grey GG logo ribbed contour seam biker leggings S
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare GUCCI Vintage Tom Ford grey GG logo ribbed contour seam biker leggings S Reference: TGAS/D00220 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Fabric Color: Black, Grey Pattern: Soli...
Tom Ford Blue Silk Logo Band Straight Leg Trousers Size XS
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the trousers is evident. Minimal wear to the upper front and back of both trouser legs where there is marks and a pluck to the weave on the up...
Tom Ford Spring 2021 Purple Floral Print Trousers
By Tom Ford
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Tom Ford Spring 2021 Purple Floral Print Trousers, a rare and enchanting addition to your wardrobe that effortlessly marries style and comfort. These trousers are ad...
$426Sale Price|20% Off
Tom Ford Chunky Zip Biker Trousers
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
Super luxe Tom Ford biker trousers. Bought for €1190 and new with tags. Made from thick black viscose mix, they have heavy gunmetal coloured zips and fobs to pockets and hips. Have a...
GUCCI Tom Ford Wool High Waisted Trousers IT38 XS
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford black wooly curved pocket high waisted straight leg trousers IT38 XS Reference: CNPG/A00162 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Feels like wool Color: Black Patt...
$147Sale Price|30% Off
TOM FORD dark brown cotton blend silver staple embellished skinny jeans 26"
By Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TOM FORD dark brown cotton blend silver staple embellished skinny jeans 26" Reference: YIKK/A00087 Brand: Tom Ford Designer: Tom Ford Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Brown Pattern: So...
Tom Ford Blue Silk Logo Band Straight Leg Trousers Size XS
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the trousers is evident. Minimal wear to the upper front and back of both trouser legs where there is marks and a pluck to the weave on the up...
Tom Ford Black Wool Buckle Detail Trousers Size XXXL
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the trousers is evident on this used Tom Ford designer resale item. Details Black Wool Trousers Straight fit Side panel de...
Tom Ford Black Leather Leggins Pants Sz.40
By Tom Ford
Located in Krakow, PL
Elevate your wardrobe with these stylish Tom Ford black leather leggings pants. In very good condition, these pants offer a sleek and sophisticated look. Please note: there are small...
Early 2000s Thierry Mugler Mossy Green Suede Fringe Eyelet Pant Vest Set
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an olive green suede Thierry Mugler vest and pant set designed by Manfred Mugler. From the early 2000s, the pants and vest are accented with silver-tone grommets. The pant...
$550
Size: none; comparable to size S
Marrakesh Ivory Sequin Blouson Top and Harem Pant Dinner Pajama Set - S, 1971
Located in Tucson, AZ
As festive and elegant as any party dress but as comfortable as pajamas, this ensemble conjures images of the Arabian Nights while remaining fashionably up-to-the-moment. Its soft, n...
Rare Gucci Floral brocade pants -1970s-style similar worn by Harry Styles .
By Gucci
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Gucci Floral brocade pants -1970s-style. Male version worn by Harry Styles You can find matching blazer in my other listing; Here you are buying trousers -the set looks phenome...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black GG Monogram Logo Silk Jumpsuit Overall Playsuit M
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci jumpsuit designed by Tom Ford Beautiful black silk mix fabric with the famous GG Monogram Logo all over Simply slips on Made in Italy D...
$299Sale Price|62% Off
Size: 40
NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Lurex Palazzo Wide Leg Pants Trousers 40
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
MISSONI LUREX PALAZZO PANTS A timeless and elegant piece - so versatile that it is stunning on a night, elegant at daytime and cozy worn as loungewear. Missoni signature piece ...
$1,799Sale Price|40% Off
Size: No size tag, probably IT40-42?
VERSACE Y2K Colorful Signature Medusa Print Graffiti Pants Top Ensemble Suit M
By Versace
Located in Switzerland, CH
A colorful ensemble by Versace Designed by Donatella Versace in the early 2000s Consisting of two pieces: Top and pants Signature print with the famous Versace medusa head Full lengt...
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER SS2021 pink high waisted tulle structured puffy harem pants
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER SS2021 neon pink high waisted tulle structured puffy harem pants Reference: TGAS/F00951 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Spring S...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Silk Brown Pants
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Caserta, IT
- Designed by Tom Ford - Spring Summer 2004 collection - Silk Brown Pants - Drapes at the ankles - Hook and zipper closure - Slim fit - Materials: Silk - Made in Italy - Excellent Co...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Navy + Beige Silk Striped Pants + Top 2-Piece Ensemble
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic navy blue and beige silk two piece ensemble with diagonal stripes by Giorgio Armani. Both pieces can be worn together or separately! Details: Unlined Side Pockets on Pants ...
Pink terry cloth trouser with branded button CHANEL Resort 2024
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink terry cloth trouser with branded button. Silk lining from the waist until mid-thigh. Invisible zip closure on the left side + branded button and buttonhole closure. Pocket on th...
$8,765
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Alexander McQueen grey denim shirt and flared pants, fw 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen grey denim suit ▪ Fitted shirt with multiple bias-cut panels ▪ High-rise flared jeans ▪ Metal donut buttons ▪ IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10...
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL 2006 Silk Culottes Skirt Pants Sz Fr36
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent New Without Tags FR36 100% Sheer Double Layered Silk Black High Waist Fit Culottes Evening Skirt Pants 3 Button Closure Hidden Zipper Two Hidden Side Pockets Wais...
Tom Ford Pink Logo Waistband Trousers Size S
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the trousers is evident. Minimal wear to the upper front of the right trouser leg and back of both trouser legs where small marks are visible....
Black Tom Ford Silk Pleated Trousers Size IT 46
By Tom Ford
Located in New York, NY
Black silk pleated wide-leg trousers by Tom Ford. Welt pocket at back. Front closures. 36" waist, 43" hips, 37.5" inseam, 48.5" length.
TOM FORD Size 30 Khaki Cotton Blend Twill Button Fly Jeans
By Tom Ford
Located in San Francisco, CA
TOM FORD jeans in a khaki cotton stretch blend twill featuring five pockets, slim straight leg, and button fly closure. Made in USA.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Moderate signs of wear, ...
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black GG monogram tapered dress pants IT42 XL
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black GG monogram tapered dress pants IT42 XL Reference: TGAS/D00885 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Polyester Color: Black Pattern: Monogram Closure...
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage crystal G logo sheer bottom underwear S
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage crystal G logo sheer bottom underwear S Reference: PYCN/A00083 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Mesh Color: Black, Clear Pattern: Solid Closure: Elast...
GUCCI TOM FORD Vintage gold buckle leather trim waist minimalist pants S
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI TOM FORD Vintage gold buckle leather trim waist minimalist pants S Reference: ANWU/A00525 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Feels like linen Color: Black, Gold Pattern:...
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black gold buckle minimalist trousers IT38 XS
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black gold buckle minimalist trousers IT38 XS Reference: ANWU/A00550 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Feels like cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Cl...
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black minimalistic charm tie waist wide leg pants IT40 S
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black minimalistic charm tie waist wide leg pants IT40 S Reference: TGAS/D00389 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Rayon, Acetate Color: Black, Gold Pat...
TOM FORD dark blue classic washed denim logo tag cropped jeans 28"
By Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TOM FORD dark blue classic washed denim logo tag cropped jeans 28" Reference: CNLE/A00207 Brand: Tom Ford Designer: Tom Ford Material: Cotton Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Closure: Butt...
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage GG Cursive logo embroidered blue jeans IT48 M
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage GG Cursive logo embroidered blue jeans IT48 M Reference: KELE/A00021 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Denim Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Fl...
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black gold buckle minimalist trousers IT38 XS
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Tom Ford Vintage black gold buckle minimalist trousers IT38 XS Reference: ANWU/A00550 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Feels like cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Cl...
GUCCI TOM FORD 2004 Vintage black web gold buckle velvet flared pants IT38 XS
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI TOM FORD 2004 Vintage black web gold buckle velvet flared pants IT38 XS Reference: ANWU/A00431 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: 20...