Collectable 1990s Dolce and Gabbana Runway Beaded Bra and Shirt Ensemble
View Similar Items
Collectable 1990s Dolce and Gabbana Runway Beaded Bra and Shirt Ensemble
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Length: 18 in (45.72 cm)Marked Size: 8 (US)Bust: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Waist: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU550234376
Dolce & Gabbana
Shapely lingerie models, animal and floral prints and the Mediterranean heritage of Sicily have come to define the romantic and sensual style of Dolce & Gabbana, a leading international brand that from its earliest days of corsetry, copious lace and provocative silhouettes has challenged fashion with an audacious vision for femininity.
After meeting in Milan in 1980 while they were both working for Italian designer Giorgio Correggiari, Domenico Dolce (b. 1958) and Stefano Gabbana (b. 1962) would go on to establish their eponymous fashion empire in 1982. Three years later, a breakthrough for the duo materialized in the form of an up-and-coming talent showcase at Milan Fashion Week, where they unveiled an approach to fashion design that broke sharply from that of the era’s reigning Italian houses. By then romantic partners as well as a business, Dolce & Gabbana were outsiders. Soon, their distinctive garments — sexy, feathery skirts and stretchy jersey evening dresses that favored full figures — demanded the fashion world’s undivided attention.
Though Dolce & Gabbana forged a path in womenswear that would take shape with a 1986 collection called “Real Women,” the brand’s offerings broadened quickly to encompass knitwear, swimwear, lingerie, ready-to-wear, menswear and perfume. In the early 1990s, Madonna helped catapult the luxury house to international stardom: The renowned singer and actress famously tapped the brand to create the looks for her 1993 tour “The Girlie Show.” It saw Madonna working closely with the designers and even starring in their ad campaigns. Dolce & Gabbana has continued to develop a high-profile clientele that includes pop sensations such as Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. The latter donned Dolce & Gabbana’s armor corset dress in the music video for her hit single “Paparazzi.”
Rather than following the rapidly changing trends of fashion, Dolce & Gabbana have instead held to their close-fitting tailoring and decadent designs. The house continues to work with recurring themes such as the culture of Italy and Catholicism, which is manifest, specifically, in their widespread use of black lace, a fabric that references the dresses worn by Sicilian widows. The duo is also inspired by Italian cinema and its icons such as Gina Lollobrigida and Sophia Loren; in 2015 they introduced the Sophia No. 1 lipstick in her honor.
Although Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana separated as a couple in 2005, they continued their business as a creative partnership. In 2012, they closed their less expensive D&G ready-to-wear line to focus on exclusive extravagance, such as their Alta Moda custom pieces. Today, Dolce & Gabbana maintains a popularity with a wealthy clientele, and the house’s 2020s collections have featured technological experiments that update traditional styles, such as a bouclé jacket with a pixel-like pattern, as well as throwbacks to the 1990s fashion that made the brand a household name.
Find vintage Dolce & Gabbana handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.
- 1980s Alaia Black Long Sleeve BodysuitBy Azzedine AlaïaLocated in London, GBThis is a super sassy and figure hugging Alaia long sleeve blended knit bodysuit from the renowned 1989 collection. The top section has a high neck ...Category
1980s French Loungewear
- 1930s Cream Silk Crepe Smocked Night DressLocated in London, GBThis is a very floaty and ethereal, original 1930s cream silk crepe dress. It has the most outstanding, entirely hand stitched smocked detail that en...Category
1930s Negligees
- 1920s White Cotton Eyelet Slip DressLocated in London, GBThis is a really good 1920s cotton whitework slip dress. It is incredibly detailed and the execution of the eyelet work is exceptional. The dress may have been an underdress for a te...Category
1920s British Slips
- 1930s Pink Satin Slip with Lace Cut-OutLocated in London, GBThis is a delightful 1930s pink slip lingerie dress that has a set of interesting labels. The first being the design label 'Eros' Made in England and the second being a trademark la...Category
1930s British Slips
- 1990s Valentino Floral Georgette Lingerie SetBy Valentino IntimoLocated in London, GBThis 1990s Valentino lingerie set features a floral and lace trimmed slip dress and a matching dressing gown with floaty sleeves, both in a beautifully so...Category
1990s American Negligees
- 1930s Square Neck Bias Cut Pink Slip DressLocated in London, GBThis is a late 1930s or early 1940s long pink satin slip with a square neckline that is edged in a mesh lace and floral overlay. Little hand or machine embroidered rosettes sit below...Category
1930s American Slips
- Vintage ESCADA by Margaretha Ley Pink Sequined Silk Bodysuit Leotard OnesieBy Margaretha LeyLocated in San Diego, CAAmazing vintage ESCADA, by MARGARETHA LEY pink sequined bodysuit! Features a silk bodice with hundreds of pink sequins hand-sewn throughout the front a...Category
1990s German Blouses and Tops
- Vivienne Westwood Portrait Flame Mesh Sleeves Euphoria Barbie Ferreira CorsetBy Vivienne WestwoodLocated in PARIS, FRVivienne Westwood Portrait Flame Mesh Net Sleeves Euphoria Barbie Ferreira Bustier Corset Inspired by traditional corsets and boned to acce...Category
1990s French Bustiers
- Roberto Cavalli Leopard Corset circa 1990sBy Roberto CavalliLocated in Scottsdale, AZBring out your edgy side with this Just Cavalli multicolor mixed animal print bustier top. This top's fit is almost completely customizable as it features a lace up back, adjustable ...Category
1990s Italian Tank Tops
- Gianfranco Ferre 1990s Embellished BodysuitBy Gianfranco FerréLocated in Scottsdale, AZAdd this bodysuit to your collection! Circa 1990s, this black bodysuit features an overlapping G and F logo in black beads and rhinestones, thick spaghetti straps and mesh bottoms wi...Category
1990s Italian Bodysuits
- Gucci by Tom Ford pink floral printed silk blouse and panties, ss 1999By Tom Ford for Gucci, GucciLocated in London, GBGucci by Tom Ford pink floral printed silk chiffon blouse with bow fastening and black knitted panties with leather elastic waistband. Exact look from the runway. Spring-Summer 1999Category
1990s Italian Blouses and Tops
- Prada by Miuccia Prada grey and green crocheted wool bra top, fw 2017By Prada, Miuccia PradaLocated in London, GB▪ Prada knitted bra top ▪ Designed by Miuccia Prada ▪ Crocheted grey, green and black pure new wool ▪ Bow detail at the centre-front ▪ Snap-button closure...Category
2010s Italian Bras