Subversive, maximalist and unabashedly seductive, Gianni Versace’s (1946–97) designs infused high fashion with an entirely new ethos. “I don’t believe in good taste,” the legendary Italian couturier once explained. Instead, he had a sexy good time with fashion — as he did with life. Today, vintage Versace clothing, handbags and other accessories look astonishingly fresh and freshly relevant.
More than any designer before him, Versace mined celebrity, music and Pop art for inspiration. In fact, the New York Times noted in 1997 that the fashion industry “is now driven by contemporary culture because Mr. Versace made it that way.”
Insiders consider his 1991/1992 Autumn/Winter runway show — which featured supermodels Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell and Linda Evangelista lip-synching George Michael’s “Freedom! '90” — the moment when the two worlds of fashion and pop culture became one, changing both forever.
Versace was born in Reggio di Calabria, Italy. His mother was a successful dressmaker who employed more than 40 seamstresses. As a child, little Gianni marveled at her workshop, which would become a university of sorts, where he learned the exceptional construction techniques that were at the foundation of his creative expression.
In 1972, at age 25, Versace moved to Milan to work in fashion. He launched his first collection — and his label — in 1978, with his older brother Santo managing the business concerns. Soon, sister Donatella, whom Gianni dressed and took to discos when she was still a child, joined the family venture, where she had a creative role and managed enormously popular ready-to-wear lines such as Versus.
Vintage Versace — and Gianni Versace Couture, which debuted in 1989 — has become catnip for modern fashion enthusiasts who seek out the now-iconic house codes that originated in the designs of the 1980s and 1990s. His glamorous and seductive apparel — the clingy skirts and slender, strappy party dresses, as well as the erotic magazine ads that publicized them — looms large, but Versace’s art and historical influences were also vast.
Versace was an art collector, and he took on commissions to create costumes for theatrical performances during the 1980s and spoke of looking to numerous cultures for inspiration. This adventurous spirit of design resulted in his creating jewel-toned prints rooted in Grecian motifs, Etruscan symbols, the Italian Baroque and Andy Warholʼs Marilyn Monroe. There were slinky dresses in Oroton, his patented chain-mail textile that draped like satin, and leather bondage ensembles. Sex sold, for both women and men. Wrote the late curator Richard Martin, “[Versace] became the standard-bearer of gay men’s fashion because he eschewed decorum and designed for desire.”
Following Versace’s tragic murder in 1997, Donatella took over the role of artistic director and continued to evolve the house codes with a twist of her feminine and feminist perspective. Today, Santo Versace is chief executive officer of Versace and Donatella is its chief creative officer.
Browse an extraordinary collection of vintage Versace evening dresses, handbags, day dresses, accessories and more on 1stDibs.
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Versace Spring 2023 Black One Shoulder Cutout Midi Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in London, GB
Stunningly slinky Versace black cutout midi dress from the Spring 2023 collection - Look 2 on the runway. Bought for £2300 and new with tags. Made from a double layer of thick stretc...
Vintage Versace Pink Pencil Skirt 2002
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Versace bright pink pencil skirt featuring a curved waist detail and double slit at center back. Skirt has original tags. Collection 2002. Excellent Vintage Condition. Siz...
VERSACE pale pink silk 2024 BAROCCO PLEATED MINI Skirt 44 L
By Versace
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Versace skirt in lightweight pale pink crepe silk (100%) is adorned with the iconic Barocco print, embodying the brand's opulent aesthetic. Designed with a high-w...
Versace 2 Op Art Floral Skirt Ensemble, 1992
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Gianni Versace Jeans Couture Op art and floral jacket and skirt ensemble. The jacket features novelty buttons and red trim details....
New VERSACE Beaded Cocktail Stretch Yellow Ruched Dress 44 - US 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New VERSACE Beaded Cocktail Dress Italian Size 44 - US 8 Color – Yellow Rich Hand Embellishment Ruched Design Very Stretchy Back Zip Closure Fully Lined 100% Viscose, 100% Silk Made ...
Black jersey sleeveless top with chainmail details on the shoulders Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black jersey sleeveless top with chainmail details on the shoulders. Fabric composition: 90% modal, 10% silk. SIZE M
Versace 1990s Blue and Gold Sunglasses
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
How stunning are these Versace dead stock sunglasses circa 1990s?! The perfect every day sunglasses featuring greenish blue grey lenses alongside black detailing with gold tone accen...
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1990s Versace Women's Black Wool Coat with Gold Medusa Buttons
By Versace
Located in Capri, IT
Versace Black wool Gold tone Zip Coat The Versace label was previously cut out of the jacket, but the Versace Medusa logo buttons remain intact. Versa...
VERSACE La Medusa crystal encrusted gold buckle black belt 85cm 32-36"
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Medusa crystal encrusted gold buckle black belt 85cm 32-36" Reference: TGAS/C00278 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU4950 DVTP1 D41CH Collection: La Med...
VERSACE Barocco Tribute black gold print cotton oversized crew sweater IT38 XS
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Barocco Tribute black gold print cotton oversized crew sweater IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00635 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Cotton Color: Black, Gold P...
Gianni Versace Vintage 1990s Multicolor Atelier Masquerade Print Skirt
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gianni Versace 1990s skirt in a faux wrap style features wild signature print in purple, fuchsia, blue, and green. Front features two ladies who appear to be going to a masquerade ba...
Versace 2013 Color Block Dress with Chrome Snaps
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Such a dreamy dress - color block with intricate, architectural cut from 2013. Peekaboo cut out on bodice finished with chrome snaps. In tones of red, black and sky blue. Midi len...
Versace Emblème Shoulder Bag — Green
By Versace
Located in London, England
Crafted from soft nappa lamb leather in a refined green, the Versace Emblème shoulder bag features the house's iconic three-dimensional Medusa medallion in an antiqued gold-toned fin...
Versace Patterned Sweater
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versace Patterned Sweater. Collector's Item. Cotton, wool, poly material to create a super smooth experience. Cotton, wool, poly material to create a super smooth experience. Addit...
VERSACE Donatella c. 2022 Turquoise Draped Viscose Jersey Midi Dress, SZ IT 44
By Versace
Located in Richardson, TX
Designed by Donatella Versace, this elegant midi dress was produced in 2022 for Versace's Spring/Summer 2023 collection. The dress is fabricated in a glossy turquoise stretch viscose...
Versace Baroque Kelly Top Handle Flap 2way Crossbody Bag 1VER822K
By Versace
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: N/A Made In: N/A Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 3" Height: 8.5" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 9/10 or A ) Accessories: Strap S...
VERSACE Leather Backpack 1VER1214K
By Versace
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: N/A Made In: N/A Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 5" Height: 10" Shoulder Handle Drop: 15.5" Handle Drop: 6 " OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 ...
VERSACE 2018 Tribute 1992 gold Medusa stud bondage bowling shoulder bag
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2018 Tribute 1992 gold Medusa stud bondage bowling shoulder bag Reference: TGAS/B00522 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: Spring Summer 2018 Tribute Colle...
VERSACE reflective logo green nylon Greca strap crossbody messenger bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE reflective logo green nylon Greca strap crossbody messenger bag Reference: TGAS/C00131 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DL28083 DNY2R K048E Collection: Pre F...
VERSACE Chain Reaction Red Wild Leopard low chunky sneaker EU38 US5
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction Red Wild Leopard low chunky sneaker EU38 US5 Reference: TGAS/B00288 Brand: Versace Designer: Salehe Bembury Model: Versace Chain Reaction Collection: Runway Ma...
VERSACE 2018 Tribute 1992 gold Medusa stud bondage bowling shoulder bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2018 Tribute 1992 gold Medusa stud bondage bowling shoulder bag Reference: TGAS/B00500 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Tribute Medallion Bowling bag Collect...
VERSACE Chain Reaction Jungle Print green chunky sole sneaker EU38 US8
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction Jungle Print green chunky sole sneaker EU38 US8 Reference: TGAS/C00108 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Chain Reaction Collection: Spring Summ...
Versace Color Block Dress with Studs
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Versace in purple and black silk jersey. It is sleeveless, semi fitted with a purple front panel and with insets of black along one side and front hem covered ...
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Versace MOD 4098_B GB1/BG 120 3N Black Oversized Women Sunglasses, Preowned
By Versace
Located in New York, NY
Versace MOD 4098_B GB1/BG 120 3N Black Oversized Women Sunglasses, Preowned, Excellent Condition Made in Italy Black Women Sunglasses, Oversized Black ...
Versace Couture Blue Quilted Leather Athena Vanitas 2way Dome Satchel 5v34s
By Versace
Located in Dix hills, NY
Versace Couture Blue Quilted Leather Athena Vanitas 2way Dome Satchel 5v34s Date Code/Serial Number: CLG 445 396 704 107 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 18" Width: 6.5" Height...
VERSACE Rose Floral Barocco Acanthus print short sleeve shirt EU39 M
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Rose Floral Barocco Acanthus print short sleeve shirt EU39 M Reference: TGAS/C00998 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A85919 A235883 Collection: Barocco Acant...
VERSACE 2014 Runway gold metal cap toe black leather thigh high boots EU37 US7
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2014 Runway gold metal cap toe black leather thigh high boots EU37 US7 Reference: TGAS/G00278 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: 2014 - Runway Material: L...
VERSACE coat and dress black and white F/W 2011
By Versace
Located in Rubiera, RE
VERSACE FALL 2011 COLLECTION Black and white coordinated coat and dress Size IT 40 Made in Italy 1st fabric (black): 100% wool 2nd fabric (white): 68% polyester 22% polyurethane and...
VERSACE 2020 Runway Pop Temple print nylon windbreaker shirt jacket EU50 L
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2020 Runway Pop Temple print nylon windbreaker shirt jacket EU50 L Reference: TGAS/C00013 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A82746 A235623 A7000 Collection: P...
VERSACE 2021 La Greca green graphic leather Medusa Mac trench coat IT52 XL
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 La Greca green graphic leather Medusa Mac trench coat IT52 XL Reference: TGAS/C01824 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: 1002045 1A01835 5B160 Collection: ...
Versace Silk Draped Dress with Leather and Stud Trim
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black dress from Versace made of neoprene and semi sheer silk. The dress is comprised of neoprene with a swath of gathered silk draped from the shoulder along one side of ...
Versace Suede with Gold-Tone Closure Shoulder Bag — Brown
By Versace
Located in London, England
This Versace shoulder bag features 100% suede construction in taupe, accented with a gold-tone rounded closure on the front flap. The structured silhouette sits atop gracefully curve...
Versace Black and White Graphic Suit
By Versace
Located in New York, NY
Gianni Versace's Black and White Graphic Suit with Pop Art overtones. Black and white geometrics and dots contrast with the brightly illustrated silk fashion "clippings" lining. The...
Versace Quilted Lambskin Shoulder Bag — Taupe
By Versace
Located in London, England
Crafted in quilted lambskin, this Versace shoulder bag features a structured silhouette in taupe with an all-over diamond quilting pattern. The iconic gold-toned Medusa logo sits at ...
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Sheer Lace Panel Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Sheer Lace Panel Dress IT 40 Look 36 from the Fall 2005 Collection.
Black cotton tee-shirt with Medusa pattern Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cotton tee-shirt with Medusa pattern. Authenticity hologram SIZE 38 / M
VERSACE 90's Box Logo navy blue nylon Greca strap backpack
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 90's Box Logo navy blue nylon Greca strap backpack Reference: TGAS/C00874 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DFZ5350 DNYVER K88BN Collection: 90's Vintage Logo...
Versace Severine Shoulder Bag — Black
By Versace
Located in London, England
Crafted from smooth calf leather, Versace's Severine is a structured shoulder bag anchored by the house's iconic Medusa motif and embossed logo. The sculptural silhouette is defined ...
Cream Versace Medusa Head Knee-Length Pencil Skirt Size IT 38
By Versace
Located in New York, NY
Cream knee-length pencil skirt by Versace. Medusa head accent at front waist. Zip closure at center back. 24" waist, 26" hips, 25" length.
Vintage Versace Black, Skirt
By Versace
Located in London, GB
A fun and easy to wear vintage skirt by Versace. In black cotton the skirt has wide belt loops, a front zip opening, a four pockets on the front. It is marked size 28/42, measureme...
Versace sweater — wool, cashmere, fur
By Versace
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Versace sweater — wool, cashmere, fur. Size 40 (XS) Versace sweater. Excellent condition. There is some minor pilling; the underarm areas show slight pilling (visible in the photos,...
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Versace Virtus ID Card Holder in Black
By Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Add a touch of luxury to your everyday essentials with the Versace Virtus Lanyard ID Card Holder in black. Designed to combine practicality and elegance, this sleek accessory is part...
VERSACE FW2018 Size 4 Yellow Lavender Wool Plaid Tapered Casual Pants
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
VERSACE "FW2018" casual pants in a yellow and lavender wool featuring a tartan print, tapered style, and a zipper fly closure. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 40 Measuremen...
2000s VERSACE cream Marble rectangle Sleek oval Greca Key Diamonté Sunglasses
By Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Cream marble effect 2000s Versace sunglasses featuring an oversize rectangular oval shaped frame with typical Versace Grecian key design arms. MODEL 4013-B Total frame width; 14cm L...
Versace Balletto Printed Silk Square Scarf
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Geneva, CH
As a true dance enthusiast, it is not surprising to find references to this Art in Gianni's work. From 1984 until his tragic death, Gianni Versace collaborated with the famous French choreographer Maurice Béjart...
VERSACE 2019 Techno Baroque distressed cotton Medusa oversized shirt EU38 S
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2019 Techno Baroque distressed cotton Medusa oversized shirt EU38 S Reference: TGAS/A05495 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Oversized shirt Collection: Sprin...
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VERSACE Jeans Couture Alphebet Denim Oversized Jacket & Skinny Leg Jeans
By Versace, Versace Jeans Couture
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Step into the spotlight with the VERSACE Jeans Couture Alphabet Denim Oversized Jacket & Skinny Leg Jeans set, a bold and stylish ensemble that exudes contemporary edge and luxury. ...
Black silk and jersey evening gown with embroideries on the sleeves Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk and jersey evening gown with embroideries on the sleeves. Gold branded metal ring in the middle front; Skirt part is drape and wrap. Body-suit inside. Zip in the middle ba...
VERSACE BY DONATELLA VERSACE 00'S Neoprene and Silk Mid-Length Dress
By Versace
Located in Milano, MILANO
A structured dress from the 2000s with chiffon details by Versace, designed by Donatella Versace 52% viscose, 35% polyamide, 7% angora, 6% linen
VERSACE BY DONATELLA VERSACE SS 01 Iconic dress with a draped neckline
By Versace
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring/Summer 2001 Iconic dress with a draped neckline and open back by Versace, designed by Donatella Versace Leather detail on the back 63% acetate, 33% nylon, 4% leather
Versace Purple Floral Silk Scarf
By Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Versace Purple Floral Silk Scarf is in 100% silk and features a floral side and a side with a fruit motif, and a purple border.
VERSACE La Medusa Insignia gold oval buckle black leather belt 115cm 44-48"
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Medusa Insignia gold oval buckle black leather belt 115cm 44-48" Reference: TGAS/C00166 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU7835 DVTP1 D41OH Collection: L...
VERSACE 2012 runway black velvet gothic Byzantine cross flared zip coat IT38 XS
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2012 runway black velvet gothic Byzantine cross flared zip coat IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/G00458 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: AW2012 - Runway As seen ...
VERSACE Runway Medusa gold chain silver buckle leather belt 110cm 42-46"
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway Medusa gold chain silver buckle leather belt 110cm 42-46" Reference: TGAS/C00067 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU7828 DVTP1 D41TP Collection: La M...
VERSACE La Medusa Insignia gold oval buckle black leather belt 110cm 42-46"
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Medusa Insignia gold oval buckle black leather belt 110cm 42-46" Reference: TGAS/C00165 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU7835 DVTP1 D41OH Collection: L...
VERSACE Vanitas quilted black baroque gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Vanitas quilted black baroque gold Medusa metal chain crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/B01971 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Vanitas Material: Leather Color: ...
Gianni Versace 1990s Vintage Silk Scarf 35in Red Floral Print Shawl
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic vintage silk scarf or shawl by Gianni Versace, most likely dating to the early 1990s. A vibrant and unmistakably bold accessory, this piece showcases the house’s signature ...
VERSACE Runway black leather gold-tone Medusa biker bustier top IT38 XS
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway black leather gold-tone Medusa biker bustier top IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/C00017 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: Runway Material: Leather Color: ...
Versace Pivot Shoulder Bag — Yellow
By Versace
Located in London, England
Versace's Pivot bucket bag marries premium yellow and black calfskin leather in a structured silhouette accented with an oval 3D Medusa cameo. The design features a contrasting black...
Versace Leather with Greca Stripe Shoulder Bag — Pink
By Versace
Located in London, England
This Versace shoulder bag is crafted from soft pink leather with a rounded, structured silhouette. A signature metallic Greca stripe accents the center front, while visible topstitch...