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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.

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Designer: Versace
Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Table Clock
Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Table Clock

Versace Rosenthal 1990s Porcelain Table Clock

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Located in Scottsdale, AZ

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Versace Special Edition Presentation Plate with Platinum Trim
Versace Special Edition Presentation Plate with Platinum Trim

Versace Special Edition Presentation Plate with Platinum Trim

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Versace Russian Dream" Rosenthal Tea Set
Versace Russian Dream" Rosenthal Tea Set

Versace Russian Dream" Rosenthal Tea Set

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Versace Rosenthal Porcelain Bowls
Versace Rosenthal Porcelain Bowls

Versace Rosenthal Porcelain Bowls

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Versace ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Versace ceramics available on 1stDibs. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Hermès, and Gucci appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Versace ceramics from top boutiques around the world.

Questions About Versace Ceramics

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Versace uses a wide variety of Italian-sourced fabrics to create its products. Creative director Donatella Versace has cited lightweight materials such as satin, shiny jersey and wool crepe as being among her favorites to work with. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Versace clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1982, Versace created a one-of-a-kind metallic mesh fabric called Oroton. This golden fabric resembles very fine netting and is loved for its liquidy, shimmering appearance and drapability. Versace won an award for the fabric, which he developed with the help of engineers. On 1stDibs, find vintage and modern Versace pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The composition of a Versace chain depends on the product in question. For more information about specific products, consult the brand’s website. Shop a collection of expertly-vetted vintage and modern Versace accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Versace designs a wide range of shoes, clothes, and accessories for men, women, and children, plus a range of housewares. The luxury brand is most famous for its shoes, bags, watches, and ready-to-wear clothing. Versace also has a collection of home goods, including dishes, linens, kitchen tools, and home decor. Shop a collection of authentic Versace clothes, accessories, and decor from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Eco-leather is a term that has some overlap between different users which leads to confusion. It’s sometimes a term used for synthetic leather substitutes, while other times it refers to genuine leather that has been cured and tanned with a process that has a low environmental impact. For information about specific products that use the term, consult the brand’s website. Shop a collection of Versace accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs .
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Versace’s Tribute Collection is a collection created by Donatella Versace as a tribute to her brother and the company’s founder, Gianni Versace, to mark the 20th anniversary of his tragic death. It features the return of 12 of Gianni’s most iconic prints from the period 1991-97, many in modern reinterpretations. Shop Versace clothing and accessories from the Tribute Collection on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Versace signature print garments feature the bold and daring print patterns that have characterized some of the company’s most memorable designs. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Versace garments from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gianni Versace invented “Oroton,” a unique metal mesh ‘fabric’ that allowed him to create shimmery effects inspired by classical draperies. Versace debuted this revolutionary material in the early 1980s, and it has continued to captivate audiences ever since. Shop a collection of Versace Oroton garments on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 8, 2024
    No, Versace 1969 is not the real Versace. Versace 1969 Abbigliamento Sportivo, often referred to as simply Versace 1969, has no relation to Versace or the Versace family. The authentic Versace, which was founded in Milan in 1978, won a trademark infringement lawsuit in 2018 against Versace 1969.

    On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage Versace dresses and other clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Versace and Gianni Versace is that one is a brand and one is a person. Gianni Versace was an Italian fashion designer who launched his own luxury fashion house in 1989. The name of his brand is Gianni Versace SpA, but today, people typically call it simply Versace. Find a diverse assortment of Versace apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    No, Versace Jeans Couture and Versace are not exactly the same. Versace is the overall name of the Italian fashion house founded by Gianni Versace in Milan in 1978. Versace Jeans Couture is a brand under the Versace umbrella. It was launched in 2018 when Versace's diffusion lines Versus and Versace Jeans merged. The line features apparel and accessories inspired by rock and roll and is sold at slightly more economical price points than pieces from the Versace haute couture collection. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of Versace apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 14, 2024
    You can buy Versace clothes and accessories from the brand’s website, its brick-and-mortar boutiques all over the world, or its various retail partners. You can also find new and vintage Versace on third-party seller platforms (make sure you’re purchasing authenticated apparel and accessories). On 1stDibs, you'll find authentic vintage and modern Versace pieces from trusted sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. Versace offers a wide range of accessories for men and women, including jewelry, hats, bags, shoes, scarves, watches, belts, wallets, and more. On 1stDibs, you'll find a large selection of authentic modern and vintage Versace accessories from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 14, 2024
    Donatella Versace is from Reggio Calabria, Italy. She was born in 1955. Donatella is a businesswoman and luxury fashion designer and was named creative director at Versace upon her brother Gianni’s tragic death in 1997. Find vintage Versace clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The aesthetic of Versace is subversive, maximalist and unabashedly seductive. 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” — as the moment when the two worlds of fashion and pop culture became one, changing both forever. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace pieces from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The Versace Medusa is the name of the logo used by the Italian luxury house Versace. A powerful figure from Greek mythology, Medusa had poisonous snakes in place of hair on her head, and if you looked into her eyes, you could be turned to stone. The internationally renowned brand’s founder, Gianni Versace, chose the logo because Medusa was irresistible to those who encountered her. The gilt gorgon head famously worked its way into Versace’s personal realm, as well, appearing as a door knocker at his Milan home and throughout his palatial Miami villa. Shop a collection of Versace clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Giovanni Maria “Gianni” Versace was an Italian fashion designer and the founder of the brand Versace. He was known around the world for high-end, luxury designs that featured bold colors and prints with a sexy attitude. Versace was born in 1946 in Reggio Calabria, Italy and was killed outside his Miami Beach home in 1997. Find a collection of authentic Versace clothing, shoes and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 14, 2024
    Versace was created in 1978 by Gianni Versace. The celebrated fashion label is known for its ultra-glamorous, sexy gowns and theatrical style. Vintage Versace 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. Shop a collection of Versace pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Versace Jeans Couture is a diffusion line by Versace. In 2018, after Michael Kors purchased Versace, Kors integrated Versace’s diffusion line Versus with its line Versace Jeans, which became Versace Jeans Couture, now the brand’s only diffusion line. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Versace ready-to-wear and haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Donatella Versace is the current creative director of Versace, a position she has held since her brother’s death in 1997. Whether you’re looking for vintage or contemporary Versace clothes and accessories, you’ll find a large collection on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    New Versace clothes are available from Versace directly as well as through multiple retailers. For physical store locations, consult the brand’s website. Vintage or antique editions of Versace clothes are available for purchase through multiple platforms, including 1stDibs. It’s important to purchase from a vetted seller or vendor to ensure authenticity. While Versace has at times inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can purchase Versace jewelry from the brand’s website or brick-and-mortar boutiques, as well as through various luxury retailers. Popular Versace jewelry pieces include necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary Versace accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, all Versace jewelry features a maker's mark to identify it and help with authentication. It's important to buy from an authorized retailer to ensure authenticity. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted vintage and contemporary Versace jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What you wear with a Versace shirt is really a matter of preference and depends on your personal style. Versace has offered many vibrant prints and patterns over the years which can be styled with a number of different garments. Whether you’re after a vintage or modern look, shop a collection of expertly-vetted Versace clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    It’s recommended to leave any permanent alterations on a luxury belt to experts. Contact a leather repair shop or authorized Versace retailer near you for more information on maintenance and alterations. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of vintage and contemporary Versace belts from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you fix your Versace belt depends on the damage. In most cases, the best way to fix it is to take it to a reputable leather repair service that has experience working with luxury leather accessories. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Versace belts and other accessories from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are different ways to tie a Versace bathrobe, depending on style. Some prefer to wrap once and do a center tie, while others go for a side tie. Whatever you preferred style, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Versace robes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 14, 2024
    No, Versus Versace is not fake. It was a diffusion brand of Versace founded in 1989. Versus Versace was closed in 2005 but the brand was brought back by Donatella Versace four years later. Versus Versace eventually evolved into Versace Jeans Couture in the late 2010s. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Versace clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.