To suggest that Ralph Lauren has come a long way is an understatement. From his humble beginnings as a tie salesman working out of a drawer at New York’s Empire State Building, he grew one of the world’s largest and most successful fashion empires from scratch.
For decades, Ralph Lauren’s clothing brand has blended classic, preppy Americana East Coast-style with the look of upper-crust English aristocracy. This style is the hallmark of Ralph Lauren’s design and can be seen in all facets of his brand, from its vintage apparel, accessories and jewelry to furniture and décor.
The iconic fashion designer was born Ralph Rueben Lifshitz in New York City and grew up in the Bronx. When he and his brother were in their teens, they changed their surname from Lifshitz to Lauren after being teased about it at school. Later on, Lauren took business classes at night, worked at various menswear retailers and did a stint in the U.S. Army. While working at tie manufacturer Beau Brummel, he was inspired to create his own line of ties.
In 1967, Lauren launched “Polo,” ties handmade from high-quality fabrics featuring a wide design. They were a success. Lauren sold $500,000 worth to retail giants Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Paul Stuart in his first year.
Lauren expanded his designs into clothing, with his first menswear line of classic tweed suits in 1968 and, in 1971, his first line of womenswear featuring classic feminine tailoring. Lauren’s nostalgic fashion soon captured the eye of Hollywood. He created costumes for the 1974 adaptation of The Great Gatsby and was responsible for Diane Keaton’s distinctive feminine menswear look in 1977’s Annie Hall. Ralph Lauren’s designs have since garnered national and international acclaim and recognition — from Gwyneth Paltrow’s iconic pink 1999 Oscars dress to becoming the official outfitter of Team USA for the Olympics since 2008.
In 2018, Ralph Lauren celebrated his 50th anniversary with a star-studded fashion show and, in 2019, was awarded an honorary knighthood — the highest British honor — for services to fashion.
On 1stDibs, discover a wide range of vintage Ralph Lauren shirts, sweaters and other clothing.
$23,905
H 35.24 in W 92.92 in D 43.31 in
STUNNiNG RALPH LAUREN ARAN ISLES CUSTOM MADE BROWN LEATHER SOFA
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning custom made to order, Ralph Lauren Aran Isles, hand dyed brown leather club sofa RRP £26,000 ...
Leather, Hardwood
$4,750
H 29 in W 84 in D 34 in
Caramel Leather English Club Sofa in the Manner of Ralph Lauren, 84 Inches
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Morristown, NJ
A warmly patinated leather sofa in the manner of Ralph Lauren, embodying the relaxed elegance of an Upper East Side library interior. The sofa features classic English rolled arms w...
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
$40,980 / set
H 35.24 in W 92.92 in D 43.31 in
PAIR OF RALPH LAUREN JAMAICA RESTORED HERITAGE BROWN LEATHER SOFAs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of custom made to order, Ralph Lauren Jamaica II, fully restored, hand dyed brown leather...
Leather
$3,223Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.26 in W 79.14 in D 43.31 in
COLLECTABLE TIMOTHY OULTON DESIGNER HERiTAGE BROWN LEATHER BALMORAL SOFA
By Timothy Oulton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super comfortable, Timothy Oulton Balmoral, over sized Heritage brown leather sofa with two feather fil...
Leather
Vintage Chesterfield Sofa in Distressed Brown Leather, 1980s Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning vintage Chesterfield-style sofa, upholstered in beautifully aged distressed brown leather. This classic piece showcases the hallmark deep button-tufted backrest and rolled...
Leather
$4,300
H 34 in W 84 in D 42 in
Vintage Restoration Hardware Distressed Brown Leather Three-Seat Sofa Rh Club
By Restoration Hardware
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Bring timeless comfort and classic design into your home with this Vintage Restoration Hardware Distressed Brown Leather Three-Seat Sofa. Upholstered in rich distressed brown leather...
Leather
$10,654
H 30.71 in W 80.71 in D 35.83 in
19th Century Victorian Brown Leather 3-Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Superb Quality Late 19th-Century Brown Leather 3-Seater Chesterfield Sofa A stunning late 19th-century Victorian three-seater brown leather Chesterfield sofa with three loose feat...
Leather
20th Century Spanish Brown Vintage Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Round Top, TX
20th century Spanish brown leather Chesterfield sofa. Classic Chesterfield form with rolled arms, tufted button back, and tufted lower front. Upholstered in brown vintage leather wit...
Leather
$5,369
H 31.5 in W 70.87 in D 39.38 in
Ralph Lauren "Brompton" 2.5-Seat Chesterfield Sofa - In Brown Leather & Velvet
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is the rare opportunity to acquire a superb, handsome Ralph Lauren 2.5-Seat "Brompton" Chesterfield-Sofa, dressed in a sensationally refined, elegant and lu...
Leather
$23,905 / set
H 34.65 in W 77.96 in D 37.01 in
ViNTAGE RALPH LAUREN USA RESTORED HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER SOFA ARMCHAIR SUITE
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage fully restored hand made in the United States, Ralph Lauren hand dyed brown leather th...
Leather
Ralph Lauren Beige Leather sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This fabulous Ralph Lauren distressed leather and upholstered chaise features a plaid upholstery, creating a vintage look. The ultra rare chaise exudes an air of luxury and refinemen...
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
1990s EJ Victor Ralph Lauren Natural Leather Chesterfield Knole Sofa, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning natural leather and velvet down sofas you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocall...
Leather, Upholstery, Down
1970s Ralph Lauren Country Style Plaid LShaped Down Sectional Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, two pieces, Lshaped sectional and you could hope to find. In the style of Ralph Lauren. Outstanding design is exhibited through...
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Vintage Monumental Bernhardt Brown Leather Ushaped Pit Sectional
By Bernhardt
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, six pieces sectional you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful sectional is statement p...
Leather, Wood
Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Rattan Expresso Brown Canyon Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare imposing sofa acrafted from woven rattan in the organic modern coastal style by Ralph Lauren. The canyon sofa features an oversized hardwood frame completely covered with woven ...
Upholstery, Rattan, Wood
Old Hickory Rustic Western Bergere Cowhide Chairs Alligator Leather Sofa
By Old Hickory Tannery
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated early 2000s with this exquisite sofa and chairs living suite. Western furniture produced by Old Hickory Tannery is known to be the finest quality leather furniture in the world and it is made right here in the USA. Their craftsmen use time honored techniques and cutting edge design to offer outstanding cowhide and leather Western sofas...
Cowhide, Leather, Wood, Alligator
