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.
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
Versace Pink Crystal Embellished Plexiglass Platform Sandals size 38 - 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE High heel sandals with buckle features and plexiglass heel/platform detailing. Finished with pink crystals Content: 100% Leather Heel 5" Color Pink IT Size 38 - US 8 insole ...
Gianni Versace Couture Barocco Crucifix Silk Print Mens Shirt
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
Gianni Versace Couture Barocco silk twill mans shirt printed with vari jeweled crucifixes ,signed in script Gianni Versace on the front left placket, and Atelier Versace lower cen...
2000s Vintage VERSACE black & Lime Green Oversized Large Oval Sunglasses
By Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
2000s Versace Vintage Sunglasses featuring an oversized Black oval-rounded frame with lime green detail edge and Versace logo arms. MODEL 4096 Total frame width; 14.5cm Lens Height;...
Versace Palazzo Thigh High Black Suede Stiletto Boots 36 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Thigh High Black Suede Stiletto Boots Italian size 36 - US 6 These Palazzo slide-up thigh high suede boots are a quintessential styl...
2000s VERSACE Orange Amber & Brown Vintage Square Oval Sunglasses
By Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Versace 2000s Vintage Sunglasses in Amber Orange and brown Acetate featuring rounded square lenses and Versace wording on the arms. MODEL 4077 Total frame width; 13cm Lens Height; 4...
New Versace Blue Sapphire Crystal Palazzo Pump Shoes 39 - 9
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE PALAZZO PUMPS Blue Sapphire crystal shoes from the Palazzo line, with stiletto heel. DETAILS: Closed toe Medusa plaque Content: 100% Leather (Lining and Sole) Color: Blue Sa...
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...
Edge to edge printed cotton coat with snap Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Edge to edge printed cotton coat with snap in the middle front. Silk lining on the shoulders and shoulder pads. Cotton piping. SIZE L
New Versace $9875 Silk Mixed Print Deep Plunge Embellished Dress Gown Italian 38
By Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Silk Mixed Print Embellished Dress Gown Italian size - 38 Purple/brown baroque floral-and-crown print on leopard-print chiffon. Deep plunging V-neck. Dramatic, sheer ball...
VERSACE La Medusa Insignia gold oval buckle black leather belt 95cm 36-40"
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE La Medusa Insignia gold oval buckle black leather belt 95cm 36-40" Reference: TGAS/C00167 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU7835 DVTP1 D41OH Collection: La...
VERSACE cyan burgundy pink baroque print mixed printed high waist shorts IT38 XS
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE cyan burgundy pink baroque print mixed printed high waist shorts IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A01754 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Polyester Color: Multicol...
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Ivory Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Dress Gown Versace sleeveless gown featuring plunging neckline, beaded embellishments throughout, slit at high-low hem and concealed zip clo...
$187Sale Price|75% Off
2021 VERSACE PYTHON Print VISCOSE CADY MINI SKIRT SZ 38
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Snake-embossed viscose twill mini skirt in pink featuring multicolor snake pattern printed throughout. Mid-rise. Cut-out with O-ring hardware at hem. Zip closure at side. Darts at ba...
NWT S/S 2006 Versace by Donatella Plunging Backless Silk Satin Slip Gown IT38
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The dress features soutache appliqué in an ornate baroque-inspired scrollwork design that forms the shoulder straps. Constructed from intricate cording sewn directly onto the silk sa...
Vintage Gianni Versace SS 2005 Runway Plunging Halter Gold Medusa Dress 44 US 10
By Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Gianni Versace Plunging Halter Medusa Open Back Black Dress A collector’s dream and a show-stopping statement piece. As seen on the runway during Versace’s SS 2005 collection...
Versace Blue Floral Gown With Beaded Appliques
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Versace blue floral gown with intricate beaded floral appliqués. Radiant and expressive, this striking Archive piece combines a vivid turqu...
VERSACE 2021 Mosaic Barocco brown gold print stretchy legging pant IT44 L
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Mosaic Barocco brown gold print stretchy legging pant IT44 L Reference: TGAS/C00916 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A83807 1F00614 5N030 Collection: Mo...
VERSACE S/S 2012 Black Patent Peep-Toe Triple Platform Pumps 35 - 5 New
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring/Summer 2012 Black Patent Peep-Toe Triple Platform Pumps Straight from the unforgettable Spring/Summer 2012 runway, these Versace heels define the ultra-glam, hyper-fe...
2011 Vintage Versace Black Tweed Coat Jacket with Skirt Suit
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace 2011 Black Tweed Skirt Suit – Iconic Modern Power Dressing Exuding quiet strength and minimalist elegance, this 2011 Versace black tweed suit is ...
NWT F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Studded Black Wool Pencil Dress IT38
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Versace mini dress, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this dress debuted as look 36, modeled by Michelle Alves. This fi...
New $2650 Versace Triple Platform Silver Black Leather Studded Shoes Pumps 38 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Triple Platform Leather Shoes Pumps Designer size - 38 B ( US 8 B ) Colors - Silver & Black 100% Leather, Silver Tone Metal Studs, ...
F/W 2003 Versace by Donatella Butterfly Print Ruched Bodycon Flare Dress IT 38
By Donatella Versace, 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...
Versace Embellished silk-crepe Pant Suit Size 42 - 6 NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace's off-white silk-crepe suit (blazer and matching pants as shown on runway model) The padded shoulders have gold chain embellishments that sway with ...
New Versus Versace + Anthony Vaccarello Cutout Studded Leather Mini Dress 38 - 2
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE VERSUS + Anthony Vaccarello Cutout studded leather mini dress For a seductive LBD that packs a punch, turn to Versus Versace. Black leather Concealed zip fastening along si...
$546Sale Price|20% Off
Versace Spring 2019 Black Silk Satin Double Asymmetric Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
Stunningly slinky Versace black silk double slip dress from the SS19 collection - as worn by Kendal Jenner on the runway. Bought for £1475 and unworn. Made...
$436Sale Price|55% Off
Versace Coral Red Silk Knit Cut-Out Long Sleeve Top IT 38
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Make a bold statement with this striking Versace silk knit top, presented in a vibrant coral red hue. Designed with the house's signature contemporary edge, this luxurious piece feat...
Versace Rimless Aviator Style Gold-Tone Metal Sunglasses circa Y2K
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These striking Versace Rimless Aviator Style Sunglasses with gold-tone metal accents are a perfect nod to the Y2K era, offering a bold and glamorous accessory for any fashion-forward...
new VERSACE Medusa 95 Satin Waterlilly fuschia boned silver buckle crop top IT38
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Medusa '95 Satin Waterlilly fuschia pink boned silver buckle crop top IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/F00370 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Medusa '95 Satin Co...
$1,390Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE Size S Red Blue Leather Snake Embossed Pencil Skirt
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
VERSACE skirt in a red and blue snake embossed leather featuring a pencil style, four pockets, and button closure with gold tone metal Medusa's head buttons.Very Good Pre-Owned Condi...
Gianni Versace 80s Fuschia Floral Tunic Dress with Ruffle Detail
By Versace
Located in Houston, TX
Price includes shipping to the US and any applicable customs duties. Based outside of the United States? Send us a message for non-US pricing Fuschia Gianni Versace tunic dress with...
VERSACE 1990s Vintage Box Logo blue nylon Greca strap backpack
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 1990s Vintage Box Logo blue nylon Greca strap backpack Reference: TGAS/C00876 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DFZ5350 DNYVER K88BN Collection: 90's Vintage ...
Vintage 2009 Versace Black Silk Gown NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
2009 Vintage Versace Black Silk Gown This rare and sophisticated 2009 Versace evening gown is a collector’s piece, showcasing the house’s signature sensuality and expert draping. Cr...
Versace Womens Aevitas Platform Sandals Size US 9 EU 39 Pink Satin Black
By Versace
Located in Miami, FL
- Black exterior - Tagged size 39 - No box Condition: The pumps are in overall great condition Measurements: ( Approximately In Inches ) Insole: 9.75 Outsole: 10.75
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" ...
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...
Versace, Medusa baroc print shirt
By Versace
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Versace, Medusa baroc print shirt. The item is in very good condition. CONDITION: very good condition SIZE: 41 - S/M MEASUREMENTS: length 75 cm, width 58 cm, waist 55 cm, shoulde...
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
NWT S/S 2005 Versace by Donatella Chaos Couture White Crescent Shoulder Bag
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This new-with-tags Spring/Summer 2005 Versace "Chaos Couture" shoulder bag by Donatella Versace is crafted in a crescent silhouette from printed white fabric. The design features mul...
New $6950 Versace Swarovski Crystals Greek Key White Jersey Dress Gown It. 42
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Swarovski Crystals White Jersey Dress Gown Designer size 42 White Stretch Jersey, Swarovski Crystals Embellishment, Built in Leotard Bott...
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 Autumn/Winter 2008/09 Embellished Jacquard Coat & Dress Set -'00s
By Versace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Rich violet, charcoal and ivory bring depth and drama to this Versace Autumn/Winter 2008/09 coat and dress set. Made in Italy, the ensemble features an intricately textured jacquard,...
Vintage Versace Crystal Embellished White Wedding Gown 44 - 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED WHITE GOWN Perfect for wedding! Content: 72 % viscose, 28% silk IT Size 44 - US 8 armpit to armpit: 17" front length 60" back length 66" Made in Italy B...
VERSACE Palazzo Medusa fuscia pink sling kitteh heel pointed toe pump EU36
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Palazzo Medusa fuscia pink sling kitteh heel pointed toe pump EU36 Reference: TGAS/C01776 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DST638H D2VE 1P660 Material: Leath...
VERSACE 1992 Tribute Baroque Hibiscus barocco Medusa leather pump EU36.5
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 1992 Tribute Baroque Hibiscus barocco Medusa leather pump EU36.5 Reference: TGAS/B00052 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Baroque pump Collection: Spring Summ...
rare VERSACE Runway silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VERSACE Runway blue silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown Reference: TGAS/D01130 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Silk Color: Blue Patt...
VERSACE N17 89M/247 Greca leg grey lens futuristic oval sunglasses
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE N17 89M/247 Greca leg grey lens futuristic oval sunglasses Reference: KNCN/A00032 Brand: Versace Model: N17 89M/247 Material: Metal Color: Grey, Black Pattern: Solid Lining: ...
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 Chain Reaction Blowzy shocking pink suede chunky dad sneaker EU39.5
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction Blowzy shocking pink suede chunky dad sneaker EU39.5 Reference: TGAS/B01348 Brand: Versace Designer: Salehe Bembury Model: Versace Chain Reaction Material: Fab...
VERSACE green red clear crystal gold baroque jewelled single hairclip
By Versace, Donatella 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...
VERSACE 100% silk stone grey padded gold Medusa buttons long belted coat IT50 L
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 100% silk stone grey padded gold Medusa buttons long belted coat IT50 L Reference: PRCG/A00048 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Silk Color: Beige, Gold Pa...
VERSACE Hibiscus Barocco gold sole red patent Medusa stud pump EU37 US7
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Hibiscus Barocco gold sole red patent Medusa stud pump EU37 US7 Reference: TGAS/C01028 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DST037M DVE21 K5NOH Collection: Hibis...
VERSACE Runway pink chunky chain metallic kitten comma heel sandals EU38
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway pink chunky chain metallic kitten comma heel sandals EU38 Reference: TGAS/C01775 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DST563H DCA25 1P340 Collection: Runw...
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 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 Chain Reaction Black Red suede low top chunky sneaker EU38.5 US5.5
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Chain Reaction Black Red suede low top chunky sneaker EU38.5 US5.5 Reference: TGAS/B01154 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Versace Chain Reaction Material: F...
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/B02184 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: vanitas Material: Leather Color: ...
VERSACE gold Medusa button black floral barocco summer swim shorts IT6 L
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE gold Medusa button black floral barocco summer swim shorts IT6 L Reference: TGAS/B00604 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: Barocco Material: Polyester Col...
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/B02186 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Vanitas Material: Leather Color: ...
VERSACE Medusa Biggie crystal gold Medallion coin leather belt 115cm 44-48"
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Medusa Biggie crystal gold Medallion coin leather belt 115cm 44-48" Reference: TGAS/C00338 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU4954 DVS2 D41CH Collection: Me...