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.
Resort 2012 Look #13 Versace Black Perforated Leather Ankle Boots 39 - 9
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Resort 2012 look # 13 Perforated leather ankle boots Three straps Blue laces and heel Leather sole Gold-plated hardware IT Size 39 - US 9 Heel 5 1/4" Hidden Platform 1/2" ...
VERSACE Resort 2012 Gold Perforated Leather Ankle Boots Size 40 (US 10) New
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Resort 2012 Gold Perforated Leather Ankle Boots Size 40 (US 10) Brand New A fierce and collectible runway creation from Versace’s Resort 2012 collection, these sculptural ...
Versace S/S 2005 Crystal Embellished Two-Piece Bikini Set Swimsuit Swimwear
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Crystal Embellished Two-Piece Bikini Set Swimsuit Swimwear Size: IT 42 Condition: Excellent
$555Sale Price|25% Off
VERSACE Runway black medusa lamb leather gold tone chain hobo top handle bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway black medusa lamb leather gold tone chain hobo top handle bag Reference: TGAS/C01903 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DBS1070 D6NAP JVO41 Collection: ...
2004 Vintage Versace Archival Short and Top Set Suit
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exceptionally rare archival Versace ensemble from Spring/Summer 2004 — a period when the house defined the language of bold luxury and unapologetic femininity. This is not a casua...
F/W 2013 Versace Wool Tartan Plaid Coat with Mink Fur
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual runway sample Fall/Winter 2013 Look # 3 This long plaid coat from Versace features a mink-trimmed shawl detachable collar, full-length sleeves, multiple flap front po...
Resort 2012 New Versace Black Perforated Leather Platform Boots 37 - 7
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Resort 2012 Perforated leather boots Size is 37 - US 7 Heel 5 1/4" Hidden Platform 1/2" Made in Italy Brand new
Vintage Versace Black Silk and Lace Gown Dress NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace Vintage Sexy Black Silk and Lace Long Dress. Early 2000-s Content: 99% silk, 1% polyamide Italian Size 40 - US 4 Measurements approx.; Bust - 34 inches, Waist - up to 29" ...
VERSACE x HAAS BROTHERS Triple Platform Black Leather Bondage Ankle Boots 38 - 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE x HAAS BROTHERS BONDAGE BOOTS An ultra-rare collector’s piece from the iconic collaboration between Versace and Haas Brothers. These triple platform ankle boots feature: • ...
Versace Gold Leather Triple Platform Sandals Shoes NWT Sizes 8.5 and 11
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE PLATFORM SANDALS Versace's Triple Platform Heels are guaranteed to make heads turn. Heel 6" Platform 4" Multiple straps Color: Gold Made in Italy Bran...
Rare Vintage Versace Black Mink Fur Shoes Sandals
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE combines black mink fur, soft suede, embroidery and Medusa charm to a magnificent effect on these luxurious shoes. Content: leather and mink fur IT Size 38.5 - US 8.5 and I...
Rare Pre-Fall 2011 Versace Patent Leather Open Toe Platform Boots 40 - 10
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Pre-fall 2011 look # 10 PLATFORM BOOTIES Patent leather upper Open toe Back zip for ease of dress Leather lining IT Size is 40 - US 10 6" heel; 1 1/4" double platform inso...
$678Sale Price|40% Off
VERSACE 2021 Runway La Greca Graffiti Medusa Smiley green padded coat IT52 L
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Runway La Greca Graffiti Medusa Smiley green padded coat IT52 L Reference: TGAS/C01803 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: 1002225 1A017702 5B160 Collectio...
2008 Vintage Versace Embellished White Long Dress Gown 42 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
2008 VERSACE DRESS Precision tailoring and streamlined silhouettes have made Versace a red carpet favorite. This gorgeous white dress is cut from lightweight crepe and finished wit...
$217Sale Price|30% Off
VERSACE La Medusa Insignia gold oval buckle black leather belt 110cm 42-46"
By Donatella Versace, 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 Chiffon Strap Black Body Con Dress IT42/UK10
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
Super slinky Versace one sleeve dress - bought for £1600 and unworn. Made from super stretchy black viscose, it has super flattering semi fitted draped cut with single sleeve, open s...
1992 Gianni Versace Runway Documented Baroque Print Silk Shirt
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
1992 was a defining year for the Versace brand. Gianni Versace sent the most famous women in the world, the original supermodels, down the runway dressed in his brash, colourful and ...
Versace FW 2003 sheepskin coat
By Versace
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Versace FW 2003 sheepskin coat size 40 The condition is very good mannequin 84.5 cm x 62 cm x 91 cm mannequin 33.35 in x 24.49 in x 35.79 in
Gianni Versace Couture Black Chiffon and Satin Gown, 1990s
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Deceptively sweet and simple looking gown from the 1990s. From the wonderful Gianni Versace in his Couture line. Double dresses - black satin over sheer chiffon. Satin overlay makes...
Versace Triple Platform Rose Gold Leather Boots NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
BRAND NEW VERSACE BOOTS Rose Gold Nappa leather upper with leather sole. Approx 180mm/ 7 inch heel Approx 75mm/ 3 inch platform Side zip closure 100% leather Made in Italy IT Sizes...
Versace Black Over The Knee Boots w/ Crystals Size 40 - 10
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE BOOTS Material: Fabric, Lining material: Leather Color: Black Pattern: Solid; with chain Print Closure: Zip Extra Detail: Leather lined to give it structure. Crystal jewels e...
A/W 2004 - 2005 Donatella Versace Runway Purple Green Baroque silk Rococo Shirt
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Autumn / Winter 2004 Donatella Versace Runway shirt, crafted from 100% Pure Silk in a vibrant rococo print of Dark purple and emerald green shades. The fabric is slightly sheer and ...
$2,772Sale Price|30% Off
VERSACE 2021 Runway Tresor De La Mer white starfish corset flounce dress IT40 L
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Runway Tresor De La Mer white starfish corset flounce dress IT40 L Reference: TGAS/E00746 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: 2021 Spring Summer - Run...
Vintage Versace VJC w/Purple Sequins Jeans 28 - 42
By Versace, Versace Jeans Couture
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE JEANS COUTURE Early 2000-s Content: 100% cotton Ombre finish, sequins. Size: 28/42 Waist: 28" Hips: 37" 43" long Inseam: 32 1/2" New, tags are attached Made in Italy
$210Sale Price|30% Off
VERSACE Runway Medusa gold chain silver buckle leather belt 110cm 42-46"
By Versace, Donatella 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...
Rare Vintage Versace Black Silk Macrame Long Dress Gown 42 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VINTAGE VERSACE GOWN. Early 2000-s The chic design, clean lines and seductive macrame top - ensure a stunning silhouette. Content: 100% silk IT Size 42 or US 6 Armpit to armpit: u...
2009 Vintage Versace one Shoulder Purple Long Dress Gown with Hearts 46 - US 10
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE S/S 2009 Look # 37 Size 46 or US 10 The sensational color, one-shoulder design, artfully embellished body with zipper trimmed and crystal embellished hearts - ensure a st...
$123Sale Price|35% Off
VERSACE Underwear Medusa Greca waist band orange floral lace tights M
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Underwear Medusa Greca waist band orange floral lace tights M Reference: TGAS/A06009 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Lace tights Material: Lace Color: Blue ...
NWT Versace Black Gold Studded 3 - X Platform Sandals Shoes Italian 40 - US 10
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Triple Platform Studded Sandals Shoes Italian size - 40 ( US 10) Black leather sandals finished with gold-tone Medusa and metal studs. Heel height - 7 inches ( 18 cm ) ,...
2015 Versace Crystal Embellished Dress
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual runway sample Spring/Summer 2015 look # 39 Crystal embellished dress Versace's mini dress sings high-octane glamour. It has straight silhouette with a sheer mesh tul...
$397Sale Price|25% Off
VERSACE Tribute fuschia pink patent Medusa emblem open toe platform sandal EU41
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Tribute fuschia pink patent Medusa emblem open toe platform sandal EU41 Reference: TGAS/E00137 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: 1009415 1A02056 1PF8V Collect...
Versace Repeat Hobo Medium Black Leather Silver Hardware Shoulder Bag
By Versace
Located in Houston, US
Brand: Versace Gender: Ladies Length: 15.70 inches Height: 11.00 inches Width: 3.00 inches Weight: 740.00 grams Repeat hobo medium bag. Engraved with "Made In Italy". The "Vers...
1990s Gianni Versace Jeans Couture Medusa Black body con Mini dress
By Versace Jeans Couture, Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 1990s Gianni Versace Jeans couture dress, made from a figure hugging black cotton jersey featuring the Medusa house logo embroidery on the front, high neck and above the knee l...
$108Sale Price|40% Off
VERSACE green red clear crystal gold baroque jewelled single hairclip
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE green red clear crystal gold baroque jewelled single hairclip Reference: AAWC/A01007 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Acrylic, Metal Color: Red, Green Pat...
F/W 2013 Look # 30 Rare Versace T-Strap Embellished Harness with Crystals 38 - 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Fall/Winter 2013 Look # 30 This fully embellished t-strap harness from Versace features spike studs and crystal hardware. Double buckle closure. 85% polyamide, 15% elastane ...
$396Sale Price|44% Off
VERSACE Chain Reaction Blowzy all pink suede low top chunky sneaker EU39
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction Blowzy all pink suede low top chunky sneaker EU39 Reference: TGAS/B01201 Brand: Versace Designer: Salehe Bembury Model: Versace Chain Reaction Material: Fabric...
Versace Chocolate Brown Leather Pumps in Versace Box Size 39 c 1990
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in University City, MO
Versace brown leather pumps in Versace box Size 39 The stylish Italian pumps are covered with glossy chocolate brown leather Designed with a matching s...
New Versace Black Leather Safety Pin High Heels Shoes Pumps It 41 - US 11
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
A sharp pointed construction is complemented here by the contrasting Medusa Safety Pin detail. A mainstay at Versace since 1993, the Medusa motif adds an instantly recognizable touch...
2013 Versace Black Jersey & Japanese Vinyl Runway Gown
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
2013 Versace Black Jersey & Japanese Vinyl Runway Gown A stunning piece from the Versace Fall/Winter 2013 runway, this sculptural black gown is a powerfu...
New Versace White Leather Studded Triple Platform Ankle Boots Booties 37 and 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Leather Studded Platform Ankle Boots Booties Designer sizes available 37 and 40 - US 7 and 10 White Color, Silver Tone Metal Studs, Triple Platform, Side Zip. Heel Heigh...
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Campaign Halter High Slit Slip Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Campaign Halter High Slit Slip Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Look 49 from the Fall 2005 Collection. Featured in the Fall 2005 Campaign. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ...
$448Sale Price|30% Off
VERSACE 2020 Runway Barocco Acanthus Pop Medusa pleated midi skirt IT38 XS
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2020 Runway Barocco Acanthus Pop Medusa pleated midi skirt IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/C01000 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A87324 A236443 A7000 Collection: S...
$3,036Sale Price|44% Off
New Versace Fur Mink Leopard Print Coat It. 38
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Real Mink Leopard Print Coat Designer size - 38 ( pls. check measurements) 100% Real Mink, Oversize Raccoon Fur Collar, 100% Silk Lining, Two Side Pockets, One Inner Pock...
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belt Plunging Backless Wrap Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belt Plunging Backless Wrap Dress IT 38 Look 8 from the Spring 2005 Collection. Condition: good vintage condition, metal belt closure has discolored du...
2008 Vintage Versace Strapless Crystal & Metal Embellished Silk Chiffon Gown 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
2008 VINTAGE VERSACE SWAROVSKI AND METAL EMBROIDERY DRESS Strapless design, artfully embellished body and chiffon skirt - ensure a stunning silhouette. IT Size 40 or US 4 Made in Ita...
New Versace Women's Real Fox Leather Leopard Print White Fur Jacket 46
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Collection Women's Fox Leather White Fur Jacket Designer size 46 100% Real Fox, 100% Leather, Brown Leopard Print Design. White Leather In...
New Versace Black Mink Fur Jacket 38
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE JACKET Content: 100% Mink IT Size 38 - US 2 /4 shoulder to shoulder 19" shoulder length 26" armpit to armpit 22" length 26" Made in Italy Brand new, with tags
Saint Laurent, Black satin military embellished bomber jacket
By Versace
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Saint Laurent, Black satin military embellished bomber jacket. The item is in very good condition. CONDITION: very good conditon SIZE: 50 - L MEASUREMENTS: length 64 cm, width 54 ...
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Cutout Embellished Logo One-Piece Swimwear Swimsuit
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Cutout Embellished Logo Bodysuit One-Piece Swimwear Swimsuit Size IT 40 Look 31 from the Spring 2005 Collection. Condition: good vintage condition, metal b...
2000s Versace Black Leather Vest Top and Skirt Set
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Versace Black leather and knit vest skirt set. -zipper - snap buttons - leather - knit Marked size 40 Fit size 4
Versace Red Mini Dress with Belt
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE dress This Cocktail dress features asymmetric hem and cut out neckline detail. Comes with red suede belt. (size 65) 51% viscose 46% acetate 3% elastane Size 38 - US 2 Made ...
New Versace Collection Leopard Print Calf Hair Stiletto Heel Boots IT 38 US 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Collection Leopard Print High Heel Tall Boots Nobody can ignore these black and white leopard print boots from Versace Collection - We...
Versace Bodycon Orange Silk Dress SS 2004
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous orange fine stretch silk dress from Versace. It has a plunging front neckline attached to a fitted band around the midriff. The straigh...
NWT 2005 Versace by Donatella Rhinestone Medusa Backless Lavender Chiffon Gown
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This new-with-tags lavender gown from Versace’s 2005 collection features a structured sheer bodice adorned with tonal piping and allover rhinestone embell...
F/W 2014 Look # 27 New Versace Black Suede Over the Knee Boots 38 - 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Fall/Winter 2014 Look # 27 Suede over the knee boots from Versace featuring a pointed toe, cut out details, a lace-up front fastening, a side zip fastening and a high ...
$288Sale Price|40% Off
VERSACE Pop Acantus Barocco gold Medusa safety pin slit mini skirt IT42 M
By Versace, Donatella 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...
F/W 2003 Versace by Donatella Butterfly Print Ruched Bodycon Flare Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vibrant F/W 2003 Versace dress features the season’s signature butterfly print in vivid jewel tones. The figure-hugging silhouette is enhanced by asymmetrical ruching and a flar...
$322Sale Price|25% Off
VERSACE La Greca 100% silk green red geometric print logo shirt IT36 XXS
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Greca 100% silk green red geometric print logo shirt IT36 XXS Reference: AAWC/A01292 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: La Greca Collection: La Greca Materi...
2013 Versace Black Nappa and Gloss Leather Pant Suit
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace Runway Leather Suit – Rare 2013 Collector’s Piece Step into fierce sophistication with this ultra-rare Versace suit from the 2013 collection, a true collector’s gem. Crafted...
Black wool trouser-suit VERSACE
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool trouser-suit. Rayon lining. Shoulder-pad. Hook&eye closure on the middle front + branded silver metal buckle.Gros-grain piping. Pocket on both side. SIZE 40 (It) 36 (Fr)