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 One Shoulder Black Silk Long Dress Gown with Heart 42 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring/Summer 2009 Look # 30 One-shoulder design, artfully embellished body with zipper trimmed heart - ensure a stunning silhouette. Content: 100% Silk Color: Black Siz...
Versace 1990s Acrylic Pink Tinted Lens Shield Sunglasses
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the spotlight with the striking Versace 1990s Acrylic Pink Tinted Lens Shield Sunglasses. A true statement piece, these sunglasses feature a unique matte clear acrylic fram...
$384Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE Le Pop Classique black red Barocco print nylon track jacket IT52 XL
By Versace, Donatella 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...
$281Sale Price|60% Off
Versace Vintage 1980s Black Yellow Wool Acrylic Unisex Jacket, Size XL
By Versace
Located in Capri, IT
Versace Jeans Couture black yellow jacket totally made in italy composition: Wool , acrylic and others size: Xl but fits really small
Versace Chaos Couture Embellished Denim Dress Spring/Summer 2005 Size 38IT
By Versace
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Versace Chaos Couture Vintage Embellished Denim Dress Spring/Summer 2005 Size 38IT
VERSACE Runway Rodeo Barocco black gold harness stretch legging pants IT42 M
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway Rodeo Barocco black gold harness stretch legging pants IT42 M Reference: TGAS/C01180 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A83568 A233252 Collection: Rodeo...
New Versace Signature Medusa Medallion Ankle-Strap White Leather Sandals 40 - 10
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Signature Medusa White Leather Shoes Sandals Designer size 40 - US 10 100% Leather, Gold-tone Metal Medusa Medallion Studs, Buckled Ankle-strap, Leather Sole and Lining. ...
$360Sale Price|40% Off
VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer gold Medusa bustier harness dress IT38 XS
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer gold Medusa bustier harness dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/C01171 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A89150 A235312 A1008 Collection: 2021...
Silk sleeveless with polka-dots print and branded buttons Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk sleeveless with polka-dots print and branded buttons. SIZE 44 (It) 40 (Fr) M
VERSACE Runway Medusa gold chain silver buckle leather belt 105cm 40-44"
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway Medusa gold chain silver buckle leather belt 105cm 40-44" Reference: TGAS/C00047 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: DCU7828 DVTP1 D41TP Collection: La ...
$214Sale Price|35% Off
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...
S/S 2004 Versace by Donatella Neon Green Toile Flower Print Silk Viscose Set
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...
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...
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
rare VERSACE 2008 black sequins bead embellishment ruffle strap dress IT38 XS
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare VERSACE 2008 black sequins bead embellishment ruffle strap dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/D00408 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material:...
Versace Jeans Couture Suede Jacket - '90s
By Versace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Vintage Versace Jeans Couture classic suede jacket in light brown, crafted from premium suede with signature Medusa head detailing on buttons and studs. Remarks: there are some spot...
Versace F/W 2017 Runway Chainmail Crystal Asymmetric Black Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2017 Runway Chainmail Crystal Embellished Asymmetric Black Evening Dress Gown IT 40 Look 53 of Fall 2017 Collection
Versace F/W 2004 Runway Leather Striped Blazer & Pants Power Suit 2 Piece Set
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2004 Runway Menswear Collection Leather Blazer & Pants Power Suit 2 Piece Set Size: IT 42 Condition: good vintage condition, there is some fading of the pants coloring ...
Versace LIMITED EDITION $5000 USD Black Crystal Mini Party Embellished Dress
By Versace
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Be the star of any party in Versace's Embellished Crystal Dress. Covered in black crystals, this mini dress shimmers like a disco ball. This ...
Gianni Versace Black Blended Wool Robe
By Versace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Versace - (Made in Italy) Black blended wool robe with a silk lining printed with the "Jeu de Cartes" (Card game) pattern. Size 42IT indicated. Additional i...
$231Sale Price|30% Off
VERSACE Jeans Couture Vintage yellow tweed Medusa button cropped jacket IT38 XS
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Jeans Couture Vintage yellow tweed Medusa button cropped blazer jacket IT38 XS Reference: CC/A00407 Brand: Versace Collection: Jeans Couture Material: Acrylic, Blend Color: Y...
Versace Bustier Plunging Open Back Cutout Denim Print Swimwear Swimsuit
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace Bustier Plunging Open Back Cutout Denim Print Swimwear Swimsuit IT 44 Excellent Condition. Like New.
Versace Classic V2 Evening Tuxedo Coat - Italy Circa 2000
By Versace
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2000 Italy Elegant black powder grain dinner jacket Tuxedo evening coat by Versace Classic V2 dating from the late 1990s. Fitted with darts that hug the bust and double-breaste...
Versace 2021/22 Women's Black Viscose Dress with Silk Straps & Slit
By Versace
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Super dress by Versace F/W collection 2021/22 Black color Viscose (97%) Elastan (3%) Silk straps with gold metal hardware Front slit Maximum length cm 118 ...
Versace Platform Ankle Booties Nappa Leather in Black
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versace Platform Ankle Booties Nappa Leather in Black. Additional information: Material: Patent Leather Ankle high Style code: DSR712T Color: Black Size: 35.5 EU (5.5 US) Country: I...
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.
$292Sale Price|25% Off
VERSACE Palazzo Medusa fuscia pink sling kitteh heel pointed toe pump EU36
By Versace, Donatella 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 F/W 2007 Runway Campaign Chains Liquid Look Metallic Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2007 Runway Campaign Chains Liquid Look Metallic Evening Dress Gown Look 45 from the Fall 2007 Collection. Size: IT 42 Condition: Good vintage condition, some light im...
Gianni Versace Jacket with Decorative Buttons - '90s
By Versace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Navy blue wool jacket by Gianni Versace with a fitted waist, round neck, and decorative gold-tone buttons. Can be styled as a chic dress for a polished, tailored look. Remarks: One ...
Versace by Donatella FW 1998 Black Purple Pinstripe Suit With Leather Trim
By Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Rare early Donatella Versace for Versace Fall Winter 1998 suit in a deep purple pinstripe wool & silk fabric with a touch of stretch. (57% wool - 40% silk - 2% spandex) The double-...
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belted Cutout Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belted Cutout Back Dress IT 38 Look 24 from the Spring 2005 Collection.
Versace Nude Pink Silk & Lace Slip Dress With Gold Medusa Hardware 2005
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Versace pink and silk dress with gold hardware. The dress features Versace Medusa hardware on straps, a frayed sheer silk bodice, a...
F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Heavily Beaded Fringe Fur Trim Velvet Coat
By Versace, Donatella 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...
Versace mink fur cropped jacket with studs, crystals and leather fringe NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual runway sample Fall/Winter 2014 look #19 Mink fur cropped jacket with gold studs, crystals and leather fringe Content: 100% mink, 100% leather Lining: 100% silk Inner p...
Versace Sport waterproof trench coat with gold buttons and waist belt
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...
New Versace Fall 2016 Runway Sequin Embellishment Cut-Out Tulle Accent Dress 40
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Runway Versace Mini Embellished Dress Designer size 40 This dress stands out for collectors due to its one-of-a-kind patchwork composition, where bold prints, textured fabrics, a...
NWT 2009 Rare Vintage Versace Black Crystal Embellished Dress Italian 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE S/S 2009 Bringing Versace’s inimitable appeal to evening wear this black dress showcases glimmering hearts. Silk, Crystals IT Size 40 - US 4 Made in Italy Brand new, with tags.
F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Versace Purple Tiger One Shoulder Buckle Dress
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...
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Bustier Bra Sheer Lace Open Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Bustier Bra Sheer Lace Open Back Dress Look 37 from the Fall 2003 Collection by Donatella Versace Size: IT 40 Condition: Good vintage condition, please not...
Versace S/S 2006 Bustier High Slit Silk Black Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2006 Bustier High Slit Black Evening Dress Gown IT 42
S/S 2005 Versace by Donatella Neon Floral Print Medusa Cutout Bustier Crop Top
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a bright floral Versace tank top designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, this vibrant top is covered in a mu...
S/S 2003 Gianni Versace by Donatella Oversized Monogram Buckle Woven Black Tote
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella Versace designed this chic black woven bag for her Spring/Summer 2003 Gianni Versace collection. A version of this bag debuted on the season'...
Backless full printed silk cocktail dress Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless full printed silk cocktail dress. Fabric composition: silk, rayon, elasthane and polyamide. Tulle corset on the waist with boned. Zip on the left. Top-stitched raw cut silk ...
New Versace Black Leather Trimmed Dress 38
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Create a scene at cocktail hour in Versace’s black silk-chiffon underwired mini dress with laser-cut patent-leather detail. This black silk-chiffon pleated mini dress with p...
$665Sale Price|30% Off
VERSACE Runway black leather gold-tone Medusa biker bustier top IT38 XS
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE Runway black leather gold-tone Medusa biker bustier top IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/C00017 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: Runway Material: Leather Color: ...
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...
Tee-shirt and leggings animal printed in jersey stretch Versace Beachwear
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tee-shirt and leggings animal printed in jersey stretch. SIZE M ( FR 38)
Versace Jeans Couture Sun Logo Printed T-Shirt
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Versace Jeans Couture Sun Logo Printed T-Shirt Blue t-shirt crafted from cotton with one of the brand's signature designs. Gold baroque-inspired 'Sun' mo...
Versace F/W 2004 Runway Studded Plunging Keyhole Neckline Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2004 Runway Embellished Studded Bondage Halter Plunging Keyhole Neckline Open Back Evening Dress Gown IT 40 Look 51 from the Versace Fall Collection. Versace silk black...
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Sheer Bodysuit Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set Ensemble
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Sheer Bodysuit Top & Skirt 2 Piece Set Ensemble Size: IT 42 Condition: there are 2 runs/holes in the sheer material of the bodysuit, one is on the breas...
Versace Black “Medusa” Posenthal Porcelain Organizer
By Versace
Located in Paris, FR
Versace porcelain organizer featuring Black “Medusa” Rosenthal porcelain, a back signature. Delivered in original box Circa 1990s In good vintage condition. Maxi Length 6.2in. (16...
2005 SS Versace silk shirt blue
By Versace
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Versace silk shirt blue Collection 2005 spring / summer Shoulders: 41 cm / 16.14 inches Sleeve: 68 cm / 26.77 inches Armpits: 50 cm / 19.69 inches Length: 60 cm / 23.62 inches siz...
Multicolored Medusa print jersey dress Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Multicolored Medusa print jersey dress. Part twist and draped on the front.
S/S 2005 Versace by Donatella Backless Rhinestone Strap Ruched Silk Black Dress
By Versace, Donatella 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...
Iconic Versace Couture Turquoise Blue Python Leather Pants Runway 1999
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a pair of vintage Versace Couture light blue python leather pants featuring a high-waist, slim fit, sk...
Versace Gold Baroque & Seashell Print Mini Dress
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Versace gold and seashell print dress, a striking embodiment of the house’s unmistakable glamour and bold baroque aesthetic. Crafted in smo...
Versace 1990s Clear Rectangular Frame Sunglasses
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
All Eyes On You While Wearing These Killer Versace Sunglasses Circa 1990s! A dead stock treasure, these sunnies feature a clear rectangular shaped frame with cut outs on both sides. ...
Versace F/W 2011 Runway Mink Fur and Leather Belted Knee-Length Red Jacket Coat
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace Mink Fur and Leather Belted Knee-Length Red Jacket Coat IT 42 Versace mink fur and leather knee-length red coat featuring floral pattern througho...
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...
Black silk and jersey evening gown with embroideries on the sleeves Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk and jersey evening gown with embroideries on the sleeves. Gold branded metal ring in the middle front; Skirt part is drape and wrap. Body-suit inside. Zip in the middle ba...
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...