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.
2009 Vintage Versace crystal embellished blue silk dress gown Italian 42 - 6 NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace's gown is crafted from chiffon silk and finished with embroidery, chains, crystals and sexy thigh high slit. Circa 2009 Fully lined. Content: 95% silk, 5% nylon. Lining: 1...
Gianni Versace 2000s Size 44 / 8 10 Black Chain Encrusted Y2K Halter Top Shirt
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
New VERSACE F/W 2005 black silk and elastane chain encrusted halter top ! Gunmetal chains around the neck. Simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Adjustable hook-and-eye c...
Versace F/W 2006 Plunging Ruched Ruffles Black Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2006 Plunging Ruched Ruffles Black Dress IT 38
Vintage Versace Semi Sheer Black Silk Gown Dress NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Reflecting the luxe opulence and richness of the season, VERSACE's 100% silk gown celebrates a shapely femininity with a sexy, red-carpet-worthy silhouette. The smooth silk...
Versace #Greek Platform Heels – Limited Runway Edition, Fall 2014, Size 40 - 10
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace #Greek Platform Heels – Limited Runway Edition, Fall 2014 Step into bold sophistication with these statement-making Versace platform heels from the iconic Fall 2014 RTW coll...
Versace Black & Grey Baroque Print Halter Dress
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Versace Black & Grey Baroque Print Halter Dress is a stunning example of luxury fashion that seamlessly combines classic opulence with modern sophistication. Featuring a striking...
VERSACE Barocco Acanthus Pop lace boned bustier bralette crop top XS IT38
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Barocco Acanthus Pop lace boned bustier bralette crop top XS IT38 Reference: TGAS/C01011 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A78760 A236443 A7000 Collection: Po...
VERSACE Beachwear black padded gold Medusa button triangle bikini top Sz.4 M
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Beachwear black padded gold Medusa button triangle bikini top Sz.4 M Reference: TGAS/C00671 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: ABD07016 AN00103 A1008 Material:...
Versace Black Embroidered Chiffon Babydoll Top with Multicolor Baroque Motif
By Versace
Located in Atlanta, GA
An effortlessly romantic yet unmistakably bold Versace babydoll top, rendered in sheer black chiffon and anchored by a richly embellished bodice. The ...
$390Sale Price|35% Off
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...
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 ...
Vintage 1995 Versace Black Velvet Runway Evening Gown
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Versace black velvet evening gown featuring a draped chiffon inset, deep v-neck, and sculpted back panel. Versace Size S or 38 M...
Versace 2000s Medusa Chain Black Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Versace 2000s Medusa Chain Black Dress. Size 38 IT Condition: Really good/good, slight scratches on the hardware.
New Versace Mini Swarovski Crystal Beaded Black Silk Skirt It. 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Mini Swarovski Crystal Beaded Black Silk Skirt Designer size 40 Crystal Beaded, 100% Silk, Fully Lined - 100% silk. Measurements: Length - 18 inches, Waist - 27 inches. ...
Vintage 1992 Miss S&M Runway Bondage Jacket
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Gianni Versace 1992 ‘Miss S&M’ jacket. Features popper closure, cropped length, medusa head hardware and buckle detail. In excellent vintage condition. As seen on the runway. Brand:...
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...
Versace Collection Black Crystal Embellished Cutout Cocktail Dress UK 8 10 US 4
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Maghera, GB
Elegant Versace Collection black cocktail dress, Made in Italy and labelled size IT 42. Cut in a beautifully structured stretch wool-blend fabric, the dress has a sleek, fitted silho...
$52Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage VERSACE Medusa Silk Neck Tie in Black and Silver Colors Italy 1980
By Versace
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage VERSACE Medusa Silk Neck Tie in Black and Silver Colors Italy. Dress Silk Necktie Black and gray silver with white and red medusa head logo. LENGTH : 58 inches WIDTH : 3.75 i...
F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Purple Tiger One Shoulder Buckle Dress IT38
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a vibrant purple tiger print Versace dress designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, the same print in yellow/orange debuted on looks 8 and 11. This beautiful deep purple dress...
$389Sale Price|20% Off
Versace One Sleeve Draped Dress in Black Viscose IT36/UK4
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...
2009 Vintage Versace One Shoulder Blue Silk Dress Gown as Seen on Donatella 38
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...
VERSACE velvet barocco dress and biker jacket pre fall 2011
By Versace
Located in Rubiera, RE
Versace pre fall 2011 Collection Coordinated biker jacket and dress, velvet barocco Size IT 42 New
S/S 2013 Look # 7 Versace Baroque Printed Swimsuit Size XS
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring/Summer 2013 look # 7 Animalier baroque print. Soft cups. Content: 90% polyamide 10% elastane. Made in Italy. Italian Size 1 ( US X-Small) Brand new, with tags. PR Sam...
$380Sale Price|50% Off
2019 VERSACE Black Leather with White Logo Waistbag Bumbag
By Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Make a statement in style with the 2019 VERSACE Black Leather Waistbag Bumbag featuring the iconic white logo. Crafted with precision and elegance, this waistbag embodies the essence...
Pink one strap cocktail dress VERSACE New
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink one strap cocktail dress. Main fabric composition: 72% wool, 24% silk, 4% elastane. Branded ( Medusa) lining composition: 96% rayon, 4% elastane. Pink satin strap. Invisible zi...
Versace Women's Black Ruched Tulle Sleeve Dress IT40 UK8
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
Super sexy and dramatic Versace tulle sleeve dress. Bought for over £1500 and worn once. Made from thick, stretchy black viscose and elastane crepe with ribbed contrast panelling, it...
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Plunging Neckline Ruched Animal Print Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Plunging Neckline Ruched Animal Print Dress IT 44 Look 23 from the Fall 2005 Collection. Brown and multicolor Versace silk mini dress...
$523Sale Price|20% Off
Collectible Versace White Checkered Skateboard
By Versace
Located in PARIS, FR
Lovely Versace White skateboard. As new, really light signs of use. Lenght 81 cm
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
NWT F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Yellow Black Tiger Wool Stretch Dress IT38
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful bold yellow and black tiger stripe Versace dress designed by Donatella Versace. This gorgeous print debuted from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection in several loo...
VERSACE black leather QUILTED DETAILS BIKER Jacket 40 S
By Versace
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Versace double-breasted biker jacket in black leather. With stripe quilting on the shoulders and elbow patches, zipper sleeves, and two slit pockets on the front. Clos...
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...
Atelier Versace Bustier Jumpsuit - '90s
By Versace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
From Atelier Versace Fall 1991 Couture collection. Black ribbed knit bustier jumpsuit adorned with rhinestone-studded rivets, epitomizing 90s haute c...
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...
Versace Silk Floral Print Pop Art Medusa Coin Strap Bustier Bodycon Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by Donatella Versace circa early 2000's. Vibrant color palette of overlapping green and orange tones. Graphic floral print is collaged as visual art and includes larger gree...
2009 Vintage Versace Embellished Amethyst Strapless Gown Dress 38 - 2 NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE 2009 This vintage Versace dress is simply stunning. Super star's choice for the red carpet event in Paris! Amethyst color, strapless design and artfully crystal embellished ...
S/S 2004 Versace by Donatella Neon Green Toile Flower Silk Viscose Set IT38
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a neon green floral toile Versace skirt set designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, this pattern first debu...
New Versace S/S 2006 Runway Crystal Embellished Halter Top
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
New Versace S/S 2006 Runway Crystal Embellished Halter Top IT 44 Look 48 from the Spring 2006 Collection.
new VERSACE Medusa '95 Mediterranean monogram boned buckle crop top IT38 XS
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE Medusa '95 Mediterranean Blue monogram boned silver buckle crop top IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/F00358 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Medusa '95 Corset Col...
Gianni Versace 1990s VERSUS Vintage Wool Cashmere Blazer with Rainbow Lining
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 1990's Vintage Wool & Cashmere blazer by Gianni Versace 'VERSUS' Label, featuring Rainbow zig-zag lined interior. A Fun Twist on classic Tailoring. Circa 1993-1994. MADE IN IT...
Versace Emerald Green Fall 2001 Open Back Gown
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Versace gown from Fall 2001 features luxurious emerald green silk fabric that drapes elegantly. Its distinctive open front and back design is complemented by a sleek leather nec...
Versace S/S 2005 Cutout Crystal Embellished Logo One-Piece Swimwear Swimsuit
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Cutout Crystal Embellished Logo Bodysuit One-Piece Swimwear Swimsuit IT 42 Excellent Condition
$422Sale Price|35% Off
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...
Rare Versace Betty Boop Dress
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare 90s Versace Betty Boop blue dress, size 42 IT. Condition: Really good.
2000s Versace Black Leather Vest Top and Skirt Set
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking early-2000s Versace two-piece ensemble, designed during the Donatella Versace era and composed of a fitted vest top and coordinating knee-length pencil skirt. The set comb...
$384Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE Le Pop Classique black red Barocco print nylon track jacket IT52 XL
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Le Pop Classique black red Barocco print nylon track jacket IT52 XL Reference: TGAS/C00079 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A85246 A23533 A7207 Collection: L...
F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Beaded Fringe Fur Trim Velvet Coat IT42
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this truly fabulous black velvet Versace coat was designed by Donatella Versace. Debuting on the season's runway a...
$532Sale Price|30% Off
VERSACE Runway Savage Barocco black gold Greca baroque silk shirt IT44 L
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway Savage Barocco black gold Greca baroque silk shirt IT44 L Reference: TGAS/B01492 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Savage baroque shirt Collection: Run...
VERSACE Barocco Acanthus Pop print lace trim boned bustier bra top IT38 XS
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Barocco Acanthus Pop print lace trim boned bustier bra top IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/C01013 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A78760 A236443 A7000 Collection: P...
Gianni Versace Vintage Tweed Set - '90s
By Versace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Gianni Versace tweed set from the 90s, in 100% wool. Features a chic sleeveless high-neck top with back zipper and matching short skirt. Material: 100% Wool Measurements: Shoulde...
Versace Jeans Tigers Print Logo T-Shirt
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Versace Jeans Tigers Print Logo T-Shirt Black t-shirt crafted from cotton and designed with tiger prints and 'VJ' logo to the centre. Featuring ribbed crew neckline and short sleev...
VERSACE Runway pink chunky chain metallic kitten comma heel sandals EU38
By Versace, Donatella 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...
Rare F/W 2011 Look #35 Versace Black Snakeskin Leather Dress Size 42
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Fall/Winter 2011 look # 35 Model Constance Jablonski partied with fellow Angels after the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show wearing a sexy Versace leather dress. If you're loo...
Versace Runway Blue Fox Fur Silk Coat Jacket with Belt Italian 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Super rare and very gorgeous blue Fox fur coat, finished with a belt. Italian size 40 - US size 4 100% real fox fur, patent leather and 100% silk. Clos...
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...
New Versace Men's Orange Perforated Leather High-Top Sneakers
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Men's Orange Perforated Leather High-Top Sneakers Made in Italy Italian sizes: 41, 42, 43, 45 Brand new.
GIANNI VERSACE A/W 1983 Gold Black Floral Silk Lame Skirt Size 42 NOS NWT
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Thiensville, WI
Fall/Winter 1983 New Old Stock Gianni Versace gold and black silk floral lame skirt. Full pleated skirt. Quilted waistband. Black trim at hem. Two pockets. Hook/eye and button closur...
$384Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE Medusa black gold emblem metal heel pump EU38 Lady Gaga
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Medusa black gold emblem metal heel pump EU38 Lady Gaga Reference: TGAS/F00073 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace As seen on: Lady Gaga Material: Leather Color: Black...
Atelier Versace black silk velvet devoré cowl neck evening dress, fw 1999
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
▪ Atelier Versace black silk velvet devoré calf-length evening dress ▪ Cowl neck ▪ Bias cut ▪ Turquoise bead trim ▪ Leg slit ▪ Concealed zipper a...
A/W 2004 - 2005 Donatella Versace Runway Purple Green Baroque silk Rococo Shirt
By Donatella Versace, 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 ...
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...