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.
VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer black starfish track jacket IT52 XL
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer black starfish track jacket IT52 XL Reference: TGAS/C01843 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A89028 1F00977 5Y010 Collection: 2021 Treso...
VERSACE 2021 Runway Baroccoflage floral baroque wide shorts IT46 S
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Runway Baroccoflage floral baroque wide shorts IT46 S Reference: TGAS/C01898 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A86432 1A01193 5B020 Collection: 2021 Baro...
VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer black starfish track jacket IT50 L
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer black starfish track jacket IT50 L Reference: TGAS/C01842 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A89028 1F00977 5Y010 Collection: 2021 Tresor...
VERSACE 2020 Barocco Acanthus Pop Print Limited silk shirt EU38 XS
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2020 Barocco Acanthus Pop Print Limited silk shirt EU38 XS Reference: TGAS/C00882 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A84050 A235781 A7000 Collection: 2020 Caps...
Purple fabric and fur evening bag with gold metal hardware Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple fabric and fur evening bag with gold metal hardware and branded claps. Fabric composition: 90% polyester, 10 % fur. Lining composition: rayon. One flat pocket with zip inside...
VERSACE La Medusa silver buckle blue scaled leather belt 110cm 42-46"
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Medusa silver buckle blue scaled leather belt 110cm 42-46" Reference: TGAS/C00196 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU4140 DCO3V K8GP Collection: La Medus...
VERSACE Chain Reaction Reflective Silver Crystal Rhinestone sneaker EU42 US9
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction Reflective Silver Crystal Rhinestone sneaker EU42 US9 Reference: CNLE/A00478 Brand: Versace Designer: Salehe Bembury Model: Versace Chain Reaction Collection: ...
$216Sale Price|25% Off
1990s Versace Medusa Medallion Chequered Chiffon Silk Scarf
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Versace large scarf / shawl chiffon silk, Medusa print in gold, black and cream colour, very soft and light to wear Condition: 2000s, vintage, very good Dimensions: 75” x 24"
$895Sale Price|40% Off
Versace Bodycon Black Mini Dress w/Silver Insets - New With Tags
By Versace
Located in Studio City, CA
Versace black bodycon mini dress with silver insets and padded bust and hips. New with tags - in excellent condition. Size 38.
VERSACE black viscose 2016 DOUBLE KNOT CUT OUT MIDI Dress 38 XS
By Versace
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Versace sleeveless dress in black viscose (78%), nylon (16%) and elastane (6%). Features cut out details, a slit on the front a...
Versace Boys 12A Black x White Greca Boy's Trousers Pants 120v23
By Versace
Located in Dix hills, NY
Versace Boys 12A Black x White Greca Boy's Trousers Pants 120v23 Date Code/Serial Number: 0449F712F66B81 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 19.5" Width: .2" Height: 38" Size: 1...
Vintage Gianni Versace Black Trench Coat Sz. 40 with Gold Buttons
By Versace
Located in Krakow, PL
Vintage Gianni Versace Black Trench Coat with Gold Medusa Buttons & Belt Description: Rare and striking vintage Gianni Versace black trench coat featuring iconic gold-tone Medusa but...
$344Sale Price|29% Off
Versace 1990s Vintage Multicolour Women's Jacket Made in Italy
VERSACE $1200 La Medusa silver buckle blue scaled leather belt 105cm 40-44"
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE $1200 La Medusa silver buckle blue scaled leather belt 105cm 40-44" Reference: TGAS/C00197 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU4140 DCO3V K8GP Collection: La...
VERSACE Gianni Signature white black nylon hooded windbreaker jacket IT46 S
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Gianni Signature white black nylon hooded windbreaker jacket IT46 S Reference: TGAS/C00308 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A82747 A232862 A7001 Collection: ...
VERSACE 100% silk Signature Barocco Baroque lilac print pajama shirt Sz.5 2XL
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 100% silk Signature Barocco Baroque lilac purple gold print pajama shirt Sz.5 2XL Reference: TGAS/E00753 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: Home Material:...
$1,145Sale Price|25% Off
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...
1990s Versace Couture Black Party Dress w/Medusa Button Motif at Straps
By Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Studio City, CA
1990's Versace couture label black mini dress with flounced skirt, boning at the bodice interior and shoulder straps featuring decorative "Medusa" motif...
NWT Versace Gladiator Black Lilac Medusa Sandals Italian 37
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Iconic Versace gladiator sandals crafted in black suede with dramatic multi-strap construction rising to knee. The design features front decorative gold-tone zipper closures finished...
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 2021 Tresor De La Mer starfish print white track jacket top IT52 XL
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer starfish print white track jacket top IT52 XL Reference: TGAS/C01826 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A89028 1F00977 5W030 Collection: ...
Black see-through cocktail dress made of dévoré and velvet edge VERSACE
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black see-through cocktail dress made of cotton jacquard dévoré and black velvet edge. The fabric composition tag has been cut. Shoulder pad. Zip closure on the middle back. Medus...
$278Sale Price|25% Off
Gianni Versace 2000s Medusa Pink Wool Scarf Unisex 120x60cm
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
Rare Versace Medusa large Scarf/Stole/Shawl featuring pink wool and viscose, Medusa double faced on pink and white. Condition: 2000s, vintage, good, light use Measurements: 120 x60cm
$586Sale Price|20% Off
Versace Vintage Multicoloured Blouse Size 42 Unisex, 1990s
By Versace
Located in Capri, IT
Versace multicoloured Blouse Made in italy in size 42 Composition: Viscose Open Zip on both sides
VERSACE coral red viscose & cotton POINTELLE BUTTON FRONT Cardigan Sweater 40 S
By Versace
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Versace pointelle fine-knit cardigan in coral viscose (63%) and cotton (37%). Features a gold-ton medusa buttons and a v-neck. Has been worn and is in excellent condit...
Versace — Denim Jacket (XXL, Made in Italy)
By Versace
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Versace — Denim Jacket (XXL, Made in Italy) Vintage / Archive Brand: Versace Country of Origin: Italy Condition: Very good – no stains, holes, or...
F/W 2001 Versus Versace Black/White Vintage Graphic Tattoo Leather Skirt
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
F/W 2001 Vintage Versus Versace Graphic Tattoo Leather Skirt As seen on Halle Berry during 2001 MTV Movie Awards IT Size 24/38 - US 4 waist 26", hips 34-...
VERSACE 2014 black scaled leather patchwork sheer panel mod mini shift dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2014 black scaled leather patchwork sheer panel mod mini shift dress Reference: CC/A00394 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: 2014 Material: Fabric, Leathe...
Evening cardigan with metal mesh shoulder Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Evening cardigan with metal mesh shoulder. Hidden button placket and fabric buttons. One snap in the middle top. Raglan. SIZE 42 (It) 38 (Fr) M
Versace Black Rimless Mirrored Lens Metal Sunglasses circa 1990s
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Versace Black Rimless Mirrored Lens Metal Sunglasses from the circa 1990s exemplify the bold, edgy aesthetic of that era’s high fashion. Crafted with sleek black metal, these sunglas...
New Versace Red NettedTulle Embroidery High Slit Long Dress Gown It. 44 - US 10
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Red Embroidered Long Dress Gown 2017 Collection Designer size 44 - US 10 Embroidery Detail Over the Netted Tulle, High Side Slit, Fully Lined, Back Zip Closure. Measureme...
$1,500
Versace denim suit
By Versace
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Versace denim suit Size L Very good condition, may have minor flaws
New Versace Black and White Eyelet-studded Gown
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace Black and White Gown is finished with gold eyelets. Details: Made in Italy IT Size: 38 – US 2 Condition: New
Versace Couture Light Wool Baroque Print Skirt
By Versace
Located in Geneva, CH
A recognizable pleated skirt by Versace Couture. Fits approx. : US 2-6 / FR 36-38 Measurements : Waist approx. 71 cm (28 inches) Total length (waist to bottom) approx. 48 cm ...
VERSACE grey wool silk checkered straight leg trousers IT50 L
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE grey wool silk checkered straight leg trousers IT50 L Reference: PRCG/A00084 Brand: Versace Material: Wool, Silk Color: Grey Pattern: Checkered Closure: Zip Fly Extra Details...
Versace F/W 2004 Embellished Studded Plunging Keyhole Neckline Open Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2004 Embellished Studded Halter Plunging Keyhole Neckline Open Back Dress Size: IT 38 Condition: Excellent Versace silk black dress featuring silver square studs, hal...
New Versace Men's Barocco Intante Hooded Jacket Windbreaker 50 - US 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
This hooded nylon jacket with front zip closure and drawstring accents features the Barocco Istante print - an interpretation of the iconic Versace motif intertwined in French Baroqu...
VERSACE Gianni Signature gold Medusa Baroque 100% silk face mask
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Gianni Signature gold Medusa Baroque 100% silk face mask Reference: TGAS/B01197 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Gianni Versace Signature Material: Silk Colo...
Gianni Versace 2003 Oroton Metal Mesh Chainmail Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set Ensemble
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace 2003 Oroton Metal Mesh Chainmail Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set Ensemble Size: IT 42 Please note the top is from the Spring 2003 and ...
VERSACE 2020 Tresor De La Mer signature starfish print yellow dress IT38 XS
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2020 Tresor De La Mer signature starfish print yellow dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/D00366 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: 2020 Tresor De La Mer Materi...
VERSACE 2021 Runway La Greca Graffiti Medusa Smiley green padded coat IT48 M
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Runway La Greca Graffiti Medusa Smiley green padded coat IT48 M Reference: TGAS/C01825 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: 1002225 1A017702 5B160 Collectio...
Versace Gold Hardware with Tortoise Detail Mirrored Sunglasses
By Versace
Located in New York, NY
These wonderful Versace gold hardware mirrored sunglasses are detailed with tortoise overlay lambskin leather. The length across the front measures 5 3/4", height is 2 1/8", arms...
VERSACE S/S 2005 Black Baroque Mesh Knit Scoop Neck Tee Shirt
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: VERSACE S/S 2005 Black Baroque Mesh Knit Scoop Neck Tee Shirt Brand / Manufacturer: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Style: T-shirt Color(s): Black Lined: No Unmark...
Versace Rimless Tinted Shield Sunglasses circa 1990s
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These iconic Versace Rimless Tinted Shield Sunglasses from the 1990s embody the bold, luxurious style characteristic of the era’s high fashion. Featuring a sleek, rimless design wit...
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 grey wool micro houndstooth gold Medusa double breasted blazer EU50 L
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE grey wool micro houndstooth gold Medusa double breasted blazer EU50 L Reference: PRCG/A00088 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: Tailor Made Material: Wool...
VERSACE 100% silk white gold Barocco chain print cropped bomber IT40 S
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 100% silk white gold Barocco chain print cropped bomber IT40 S Reference: MECG/A00322 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Silk Color: White, Gold Pattern: Ba...
Versace Black Patent Leather Plexi Platform Cage Boots NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE High heel caged patent leather boots with plexi heel/platform detailing. Silver-tone Medusa hardware. Content: 100% Patent Leather Sole: 100% leather Heel high 5 1/8" pla...
Versace Rosenthal 1990s Russian Dream Porcelain Plate
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on the Versace Rosenthal 1990s Russian Dream Porcelain Plate – a luxurious and visually captivating addition that elevates your dinner table or barware collection. Cr...
VERSACE 100% cashmere grey flap pocket 2-button unstructured blazer EU50 L
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 100% cashmere grey flap pocket 2-button unstructured blazer EU50 L Reference: PRCG/A00086 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: 100% Cashmere Color: Grey Patte...
New Versace Fully Embellished Beaded Patchwork Mini Skirt It. 38 - US 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Fully Embellished Patchwork Mini Pencil Skirt Designer size 38 - US Multicolor patchwork design, Fully Embellished with the Beads and Sequins, Raw Edges, Lined, Zip Clos...
Versace Black Bi-Stretch Crepe Bodycon Dress 42 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace Bi-Stretch Crepe Body-Con Dress is finished removable metal pins and Japanese vinyl strap. Fully lined Made in Italy IT Size: 42 - US 6 Brand New
VERSACE gold Virtus Barocco V black leather zip clutch crossbody bag
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE gold Virtus Barocco V black leather zip clutch crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/C00797 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DP8F785V D7VIT K310OT Collection: Virtus...
VERSACE white Gianni Signature logo embroidery grey tshirt Taylor Fit S
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE white Gianni Signature logo embroidery grey tshirt Taylor Fit S Reference: CRTI/A00724 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Cotton Color: Grey Pattern: Solid ...
VERSACE 2019 100% silk Double Love Heart geometric baseball shirt EU40 L
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2019 100% silk Double Love Heart geometric baseball shirt EU40 L Reference: TGAS/B00084 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Silk shirt Collection: Pre Fall 2019...
VERSACE Pop Acantus Barocco gold Medusa safety pin slit mini skirt IT42 M
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Pop Acantus Barocco gold Medusa safety pin slit mini skirt IT42 M Reference: TGAS/C01183 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A83920 A236444 A7000 Collection: Po...
VERSACE Barocco Acanthus Pop print swim trunk shorts IT5 L
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Barocco Acanthus Pop print swim trunk shorts IT5 L Reference: TGAS/C00252 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: ABU30003 A236646 A7000 Collection: Barocco Acanthu...
2000S Versace Red & Multi Colored Vest
VERSACE SPORT Vintage black leather medusa print pencil skirt IT40 S
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE SPORT Vintage black leather medusa print pencil skirt IT40 S Reference: CC/A00419 Brand: Versace Collection: Sport Material: Leather Colo...
NWT Versace Silver Metallic Mesh Cut Out Black High Slit Gown It size 42 US 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Silver Metallic Mesh Cut Out Black Gown Designer size - 42 ( US 8 ) Metal mesh, High front slit, Cut-out back. Build in bodysuit, Fully lined, Zip closure. Made in Italy ...