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Versace Sculptures

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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.

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Rare Vintage Large Fragrance Factice The Dreamer by Versace 1990s
Rare Vintage Large Fragrance Factice The Dreamer by Versace 1990s

Rare Vintage Large Fragrance Factice The Dreamer by Versace 1990s

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Questions About Versace Sculptures

  • 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
    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 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if your Versace jeans are real, look for an NFC tag inside. The luxury Italian fashion house introduced these tags during the 2010s to combat counterfeiting. On the official Versace website, you can find instructions on how to scan the tag to determine whether your jeans are authentic. If your jeans don't have an NFC tag, experts recommend having a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable professional evaluate them for authenticity. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Versace jeans.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some are. Versace’s Medusa-embossed leather hiking boots are set on a Goodyear-welted rubber tread sole, as are some other boot models, but not all Versace shoes are welted. Read the shoe’s description to determine whether it is or isn’t. Find authentic Versace shoes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Versace sunglasses come in a variety of styles and with different materials. All of the materials used by Versace are high-quality and durable. You may find metal, plastic, glass and even propionate in their glasses, all depending on which style you select. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Versace sunglasses and other pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Versace shoes are made in Italy. Innovative shoes have been an important part of the Versace collections for years. Whether you’re looking for vintage or contemporary fashion, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Versace shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Versace is proud of its Italian heritage and all of its handbags are made in Italy from premium leather. If you are looking to authenticate a Versace handbag, the first thing to check is where it is made to ensure that it was Italian made. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Versace haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can purchase Versace tiles on the Versace Ceramics website and other high-end online and brick-and-mortar retailers. Versace tiles have been produced by Gardenia Orchidea since 1997 and are known for their stellar materials, luxurious colors, and soft shapes. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace home decor from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Versace sunglasses can be repaired. For information on Versace’s damage and defect policy, consult the brand’s website. You can contact a local optician for further repairs. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of Versace sunglasses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some of them. Versace clothing is well-made with quality fabrics, and whether you can wash your Versace clothes depends on the fabric. Refer to the care label in your Versace pieces, and clean them according to those instructions. On 1stDibs, find authentic Versace pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you clean your Versace jacket depends on the material it’s made of. Refer to the jacket’s care label for specific instructions for cleaning it. Versace leather jackets can be cleaned with a high quality leather cleaner according to directions. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of authentic Versace jackets from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The name of Gianni Versace, the designer who revolutionized luxury fashion with his ultra-glamorous designs and theatrical bent beloved by supermodels and everyday people alike, is pronounced "jee-AH-nee ver-SAH-cheh." On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Versace haute couture from top sellers around the world.