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.
A Versace Cardinal Purple Velvet Evening Tuxedo Jacket Circa 2000
By Versace
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2000/2005 Italy Nice evening tuxedo jacket out of purple cardinal velvet from the famous Milanese House directed by Donatella Versace. Italian chic for this long jacket with cr...
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Plunging Hi-Low Ruched Open Back Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Plunging Hi-Low Ruched Open Back Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Look 49 from the Spring 2005 Collection. Please note the clear embellishment on the neck closure h...
Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Fully Beaded Blush Mesh Gown
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Gown A museum-worthy artifact of modern couture history, this 2012 Versace gown is an exceptionally rare piece from one of the house’s most celebrated collec...
NWT Versace $12575 Silk Blue Fully Embellished Corset Dress Gown It. 44 US 10
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Silk Blue Fully Embellished Dress Gown Italian size 44 - US 10 ( please check measurements ) Blue Silk Gown Embellished with Clear Be...
Versace S/S 2005 Blazer Jacket Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set Ensemble
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Blazer Jacket Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set Ensemble Condition: Excellent condition. Please note jacket is size IT 38 while the skirt is size IT 44. The skirt can be easi...
Versace Vintage Hot Pink Long Leather Gloves
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1990's Versace hot pink leather long gloves. Brand: Versace Color: Pink Fabric: Leather Year / Season: Circa 1990 Authencity Guaranteed, Never been worn.
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Blouse Shirt Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set Ensemble
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Blouse Shirt Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set Ensemble IT 42 Look 5 from the Spring 2005 Collection
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Leather Bondage Black Corset Top
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Leather Bondage Black Corset Top IT 44 Look 27 from the Fall 2003 Versace Runway Collection. Stunning Versace Black Silk & Le...
$5,000Sale Price|20% Off
2012 Versace Pink Silk Long Dress Gown NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
2012 VERSACE DRESS Pink Matte Chiffon Keyhole Side slit Sizes: 42 - US 6 and 44 - US 8 Made in Italy New, with tags
F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Yellow Black Tiger Print Wool Skirt
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a bold yellow tiger print Versace skirt, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, a similar skirt debuted on the season's runway in look 8 modeled by Caroline Trentini. The pattern was also featured in the season's ad campaign, shot by Steven Meisel. This fitted skirt is covered in a yellow tiger print and features two slits in the back. Add this bold Versace Y2K...
$576Sale Price|20% Off
rare VERSACE 2021 Runway Tresor de la Mer starfish flounce flutter skirt IT40 S
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VERSACE 2021 Runway Tresor de la Mer blue starfish flounce flutter skirt IT40 S Reference: TGAS/E00756 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: 2021 Tresor de la M...
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
Versace 2012 Runway Laser-Cut Pearl White Leather Skirt Suit
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace Spring/Summer 2012 Runway Laser-Cut Leather Skirt Suit A masterpiece of craftsmanship and modern edge, this laser-cut leather suit from Versace’s Spring/Summer 2012 collecti...
S/S 2013 Look # 15 Versace Black Lace Pannel Jeans Size 26
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual runway sample Spring/Summer 2013 Look # 15 These five pocket Versace jeans feature lace cutout side panels. Leather details. Front center zip closure. Content: 49% co...
Gianni Versace Intensive Vintage C. 1990's Cutout Open Back Black Mini Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace Intensive Vintage C.1990's Cutout Open Back Black Mini Dress IT 42 Versace Intensive vintage mini stretchy dress featuring halter nec...
Versace 'La Medusa' Metallic Leather Belt
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Versace 'La Medusa' Metallic Leather Belt Metallic silver leather belt with Versace's signature silver 'Medusa' head buckle. 'Versace' signature to the leather lining. Rrp Approx. ...
1990's Loud Gianni Versace Baroque Print Vintage Palm Leaf Pattern Shirt
By Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb statement 1990's Versace Jeans Couture shirt by Gianni Versace. The pattern depicts palm trees and nautical Miami influenced, baroque images through out. Features Central l...
Gianni Versace 1990s Purple Flower Black White Houndstooth Skirt Suit
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gianni Versace vintage wool skirt suit in black and white houndstooth or dogtooth check. Purple and green roses printed at jacket bust, one sleeve, and back, as well as on front and back skirt. Jacket features purple Versace...
Versace by Donatella F/W 2003 Black Bondage-Strap Blazer with Multi-Zip Hardware
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Caserta, IT
- Designed by Donatella Versace - Fall Winter 2003 - Women's fitted single-breasted blazer in total black - Sharp, body-conscious silhouette with strong tailored shoulders and a nipp...
New Versace Runway Men's Foldable Travel Handbag
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE MENS RUNWAY FOLDABLE TRAVEL HANDBAG. Travellers need to be well organised and stylish. This bag is the answer to back-to-back business trips or weekends away. Made of fine ...
NWT F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Studded Black Wool Pencil Dress
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...
$480Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE 2017 metallic gold silk-lame baroque trim pleated full skirt IT42 M
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2017 metallic gold silk-lame baroque trim pleated full skirt IT42 M Reference: PYCN/A00137 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: ...
1990s Versace White Turtle Neck Ribbed zip down Body Con Leotard
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Versace White Turtle Neck Ribbed Body Suit, 1990's 1990's Versace Jeans Couture white long sleeve, high leg bodysuit with Zip down Medusa collar. Made fr...
Versace F/W 2006 Halter Cutout Sheer Panels Bodycon Black Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2006 Halter Cutout Sheer Panels Bodycon Black Evening Dress Gown IT 42
Versace 2005 Silk Snake Print Sheer Lace Medusa Embellished Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace 2005 Collection Silk Snake Print Dress Gown Italian size 44 - US 8 Sheer Lace Waist, Gold Tone Metal Medusa Decoration Fully Lined in Black Silk, Side Zip Closure Two Front S...
F/W 2005 Versace by Donatella Fuchsia Ruched Stretch Bodycon Strap Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous fuschia Versace dress designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2005 collection, a similar dress in an animal print debuted on the season's runway as ...
Versace F/W 2006 Runway Bustier Bra Cutout Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2006 Runway Bustier Bra Cutout Back Dress IT 40 Look 41 from the Fall 2006 Collection.
$480Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE 100% silk Signature Barocco Baroque lilac gold print pajama shirt Sz.3 L
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 100% silk Signature Barocco Baroque lilac purple gold print pajama shirt Sz.3 L Reference: TGAS/E00762 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: Home Material: S...
$318Sale Price|75% Off
2019 VERSACE Medusa Greca Baroque Print Lambskin Crossbody Leather Waist Bag
By Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Elevate your fashion ensemble with the 2019 VERSACE Medusa Greca Baroque Print Lambskin Leather Waist Bag, a stunning fusion of opulence and practicality. Crafted by the iconic Itali...
$525Sale Price|30% Off
Runway VERSACE Gianni Signature white silver crystal Medusa dress IT44 L
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Runway VERSACE Gianni Signature white silver crystal Medusa dress IT44 L Reference: TGAS/C01170 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Gianni Versace Signature Collection:...
S/S 2005 Versace by Donatella Backless Rhinestone Strap Ruched Silk Black Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black Versace halterneck buckle dress designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, this beautiful dress features ruching at the waist, a handke...
Off-white asymmetrical cocktail dress with zip VERSACE
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white asymmetrical cocktail dress with zip and branded zip puller on the left side. Main fabric composition: 77% rayon, 20% wool, 3% elastane. 2nd fabric ( striped single should...
New Versace Black Jersey Embellished Medusa Swimsuit 1, 2, 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Black Jersey Embellished Medusa Swimsuit Designer sizes available - 1,2,4. Round dipped cup, Sculptured one piece swimsuit with detachable halter-neck and embellished cen...
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 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...
1991 Versace Gold Medusa Chain Belt With Frosted Glass and Diamantés
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
This incredible, iconic circa Fall 1991 Gianni Versace gold tone chain belt with frosted glass and diamanté Medusa charms is in absolutely impeccable vintage condition. The models wa...
F/W 2003 Versace by Donatella Black Ruched Asymmetric Flare Bodycon Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This black ruched bodycon dress is from Versace’s Fall/Winter 2003 collection by Donatella Versace. The asymmetric design features a single strap neckline, gathered ruched detailing,...
Versace Floral And Stripes Strapless Bustier And Skirt Ensemble
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is pleased to offer a vintage Versace yellow, blue, and brown striped top and skirt ensemble featuring floral insets, strapless top with side zipper, and a fitte...
$515Sale Price|50% Off
Versace Black Crystal Embellished Bra Top Spring 2020
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Stunning Versace black crystal embellished bralette or bra top from the Spring 2020 collection. As worn by Bella Hadid on the runway. Unworn. Made from soft black polyamide and elast...
Versace Leather Jacket With Greca Fur Collar
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
Versace Leather Jacket With Greca Fur Collar Black nappa leather jacket, single breasted with a top button with Medusa detailing, other button in black with logo. Flap pocket and bu...
Versace Silk Dress with Studded Leather Straps
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning white dress from Versace in a fabulous combination of neoprene, silk, leather and studs. It has a light weight 2 tier silk skirt contrasted with a neoprene front bodice su...
Black silk evening dress with silver metal Medusa Versace 3500€
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk evening dress with silver metal Medusa. Boned. Zip on the left side with branded zip-puller. Draped on the bust. Snap in the middle...
Black Versace Double-Breasted Trench Coat
By Versace
Located in New York, NY
Black mid-length double-breasted trench coat by Versace. Pointed collar. Belt at waist. Dual hip pockets. Gold-tone front button closures. 39.5" bust, 16.5" shoulder width, 25.25" sl...
Versace S/S 2005 Plunging Neckline Backless Seashell Print Belted Wrap Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Plunging Neckline Backless Seashell Print Belted Wrap Dress IT 42 Condition: pulls throughout as seen in the last photos and tarnishing on the metal belt.
Versace Logo Orchid Sheath Dress - NWT
By Versace
Located in Dallas, TX
Versace Logo Orchid Sheath Dress Size: IT 38 (Approx. US 2–4) NWT This stunning Versace crêpe midi sheath dress features a bold allover logo print with vibrant neon yellow and pin...
NWT S/S 2005 Versace by Donatella Chaos Couture White Crescent Shoulder Bag
By Versace, Donatella 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...
Versace Women's Contemporary Shield Sunglasses, Mirrored Lens, Italy
By Versace
Located in Amman, JO
Versace Shield Sunglasses with Mirrored Lens Statement-making and unmistakably Versace, these shield sunglasses feature a sleek wraparound silhouette with a mirrored lens and minima...
Versace Bodycon Dress with Cut outs
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fine black wool jersey dress from Versace. It is semi fitted with long sleeves, a crew neck and fabulous nude mesh covered wedge and ray shaped cut outs following the int...
Allover printed jumpsuit with chain on the waist Versace Jeans
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Allover printed jumpsuit with chain on the waist. Elastic band on the waist; Branded buttons. Pockets. Branded buttons and fabric. SIZE 42 It 38 Fr 8 Us
Versace sport short raincoat
By Versace
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
White raincoat Versace Sport Raglan sleeve, double-breasted button placket overlay for wind protection, slant pockets, flap at top back, wrist straps All featuring gold logoed button...
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 2021 Runway pink scaled crystal encrusted strapless dress IT40 S
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Runway pink scaled crystal encrusted strapless dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/C01806 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A88384 1F00296 1B000 Collection: 202...
$392Sale Price|30% Off
VERSACE 2019 Runway Savage Barocco gold Medusa stud jeans IT32
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2019 Runway Savage Barocco gold Medusa stud jeans IT32 Reference: TGAS/C00665 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A83895 A231070 A771 Collection: Pre Fall 2019 ...
Resort 2015 Look #10 Versace Black Suede Sandal Gladiator Boots with Medusa 38-8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE GLADIATOR SANDAL BOOTS. These boots are a luxurious revival of the legendary gladiator boots. Finished with iconic Medusa on the zipper pull and back of the heel. Content: 1...
$514Sale Price|34% Off
Versus By Gianni Versace Colour Blocked Stripes Cropped Vest
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Versus by Gianni Versace colour blocked (white, red, blue and green) "sailor like" stripes cropped vest. - Featuring five front iconic gold Medusa buttons fastening...
Versace Rosenthal Porcelain Bowls
By Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Versace Rosenthal Porcelain tableware bowls are a set of four. Made from 100% porcelain and feature a vivid color palette.
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...
$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...
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
2009 Vintage Versace One Shoulder Blue Silk Dress Gown as Seen on Donatella 44
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
A breathtaking creation from the 2009 Versace runway, this rare one-shoulder gown captures the height of Donatella Versace’s dramatic glamour. Crafted in diaphanous ice-blue silk chi...
Gianni Versace yellow lambskin leather top and skirt, ss 2003
By Versace
Located in London, GB
▪ Gianni Versace leather top and skirt set ▪ Creative Director: Donatella Versace ▪ Constructed from yellow lambskin leather ▪ Fitted leather top with open back and lace-up fastenin...
Vintage Gianni Versace Versus Royal Cobalt Blue 1990s 90s Sexy Crop Top Bodycon
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage GIANNI VERSACE VERSUS royal blue stretch crop top! Features an oversized blue zipper at the left side. Can easily be dressed up or down, and great alone or layered. Perf...