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Vintage Gucci Sandals

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Red Crocodile Crystal G Sandals Shoes 40 C
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Red Crocodile Crystal G Sandals Shoes 40 C

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Red Crocodile Crystal G Sandals Shoes 40 C

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Red Crocodile Shoes Sandals S/S 1998 Collection Designer size 40 C - US 10 C Limited Edition, Genuine Crocodile, Crystal G on One Heel, Leather Insole & So...

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1990s Italian Sandals

Gucci Resort 2007 White Floral Print Cotton Coat Size IT 38 Vintage
Gucci Resort 2007 White Floral Print Cotton Coat Size IT 38 Vintage

Gucci Resort 2007 White Floral Print Cotton Coat Size IT 38 Vintage

By Gucci

Located in Krakow, PL

Gucci Resort 2007 White Floral Print Coat Size IT 38 Description Elegant vintage Gucci coat from the Resort 2007 Collection, crafted from 100% cotton with a beautiful floral print. F...

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21st Century and Contemporary Sandals

Gucci Tom Ford 2004 Runway Black Satin Crystal Bamboo Heels Sandals 8.5
Gucci Tom Ford 2004 Runway Black Satin Crystal Bamboo Heels Sandals 8.5

Gucci Tom Ford 2004 Runway Black Satin Crystal Bamboo Heels Sandals 8.5

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in San Jose, CA

These vintage Gucci sandals feature crystal-studded satin straps, lace-up ankle ties and sculptural gold-tone bamboo stiletto heels.

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Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Gucci Tom Ford Era Pink Embossed Leather Stiletto Sandals 37.5 Y2K
Gucci Tom Ford Era Pink Embossed Leather Stiletto Sandals 37.5 Y2K

Gucci Tom Ford Era Pink Embossed Leather Stiletto Sandals 37.5 Y2K

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in San Jose, CA

Ideal for weddings, date nights, vacation looks, or pairing with satin dresses, tailoring, or low-rise denim for a true early-2000s revival aesthetic. Keywords: gucci pink sandals, ...

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1990s Italian Shoes

Gucci Tom Ford Y2K Satin Tie Black Suede Embroidered Heels with Box, Size 8B
Gucci Tom Ford Y2K Satin Tie Black Suede Embroidered Heels with Box, Size 8B

Gucci Tom Ford Y2K Satin Tie Black Suede Embroidered Heels with Box, Size 8B

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in San Jose, CA

Ideal for collectors, red carpet events, fashion styling, or anyone seeking a true Y2K luxury heel with designer provenance and iconic detailing. Keywords: gucci satin heels, tom fo...

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Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Vintage Gucci White Printed Satin Sandals w/ Crystal horsebit 9.5 – 39.5 NWT
Vintage Gucci White Printed Satin Sandals w/ Crystal horsebit 9.5 – 39.5 NWT

Vintage Gucci White Printed Satin Sandals w/ Crystal horsebit 9.5 – 39.5 NWT

By Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Gucci Satin Sandals w/ Crystal horsebit Details: Color: White / Green / Purple Leather lining Crystal horsebit Stacked heel measures approximately 4 1/4″ Leather sole Italy ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5

Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5

By Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5 Color Nero Multi Size 7.5US Heel Height 2.25in Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Low heel Signature small...

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Early 2000s Shoes

Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules Sandals 36.5
Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules Sandals 36.5

Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules Sandals 36.5

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Vintage Gucci Flora Bow Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules 36.5 Color Nero Multi Size 36.5C EU Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Low heel Signature small print in Flora 2.25in heel he...

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Early 2000s Shoes

Gucci Vintage Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Slip On Mules Sandals 8
Gucci Vintage Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Slip On Mules Sandals 8

Gucci Vintage Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Slip On Mules Sandals 8

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Gucci Vintage Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Slip On Mules Sandals 8 Color Black Multi Size 8B US Heel Height 4in Satin upper Slip on style Leather insole Tapered heel GG button in gol...

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Early 2000s Shoes

Gucci Tom Ford SS1998 Vintage Crystals GG Monogram Mules Sandals 7
Gucci Tom Ford SS1998 Vintage Crystals GG Monogram Mules Sandals 7

Gucci Tom Ford SS1998 Vintage Crystals GG Monogram Mules Sandals 7

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Gucci Tom Ford SS1998 Vintage Crystals GG Monogram Mules Sandals 7 Color Gunmetal Size 7 Heel Height 4.45in Satin upper Leather sole GG crystal embellished Stiletto high heel Sli...

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1990s Shoes

Gucci Tom Ford Vintage SS 2002 Beige Bamboo Lace Up High Heel Sandals 9
Gucci Tom Ford Vintage SS 2002 Beige Bamboo Lace Up High Heel Sandals 9

Gucci Tom Ford Vintage SS 2002 Beige Bamboo Lace Up High Heel Sandals 9

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Gucci Tom Ford Vintage SS 2002 Beige Bamboo Lace Up High Heel Sandals 9 Color Beige Size 9B US Heel Height 4.45in Leather upper Leather sole High heel Wraparound strap A Tom Ford ...

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Early 2000s Shoes

GUCCI TOM FORD Vintage 2004 Runway scaled green Serpentine heel sandal EU36
GUCCI TOM FORD Vintage 2004 Runway scaled green Serpentine heel sandal EU36

GUCCI TOM FORD Vintage 2004 Runway scaled green Serpentine heel sandal EU36

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI TOM FORD Vintage 2004 Runway metallic gold scaled green Serpentine heel sandal EU36 Reference: TGAS/F00080 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: SS2004 - Runway Material:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

New Gucci Vintage S/S 2005 from the Ad Campaign Gold Black Shoes Sandals US 8
New Gucci Vintage S/S 2005 from the Ad Campaign Gold Black Shoes Sandals US 8

New Gucci Vintage S/S 2005 from the Ad Campaign Gold Black Shoes Sandals US 8

By Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Gucci from the Ad Campaign Gold Black Shoes S/S 2005 Collection It size 38 - US 8 Metallic Gold Braided Chain with Patent Black Leather, Gold Tone Leather Trim, Leather Sole and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford S/S 2004 Bow Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5
Vintage Gucci Tom Ford S/S 2004 Bow Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford S/S 2004 Bow Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford S/S 2004 Bow Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 7.5 Color Nero Size 7.5US Heel Height 2.25in Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Low heel Bow embellishment...

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Early 2000s Shoes

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2000 Crystal Embellished Shoes Sandals 36.5 US 6.5
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2000 Crystal Embellished Shoes Sandals 36.5 US 6.5

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2000 Crystal Embellished Shoes Sandals 36.5 US 6.5

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Crystal Embellished Shoes Sandals S/S 2000 Collection USA size 6.5 ( Italian 36.5) T-strap leather sandals fully embellished with silver tone sparkle cryst...

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Early 2000s Italian High Heels

Gucci by Tom Ford 2000s Mint Double Strap Sandals (8.5)
Gucci by Tom Ford 2000s Mint Double Strap Sandals (8.5)

Gucci by Tom Ford 2000s Mint Double Strap Sandals (8.5)

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Brooklyn, NY

VALHALLA VINTAGE Gucci by Tom Ford 2000's double strap kitten heel sandals in robin egg blue.

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Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Gucci Black GG Logo Canvas and Leather Trim Slide Sandals
Gucci Black GG Logo Canvas and Leather Trim Slide Sandals

Gucci Black GG Logo Canvas and Leather Trim Slide Sandals

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Black leather GUCCI GG Logo Stacked Heels Slides Sandals Gucci Vintage Logo Print Black Heel.

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Late 20th Century Italian Block Heel

Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 Dark Brown Leather Bamboo Sandals (7.5)
Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 Dark Brown Leather Bamboo Sandals (7.5)

Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 Dark Brown Leather Bamboo Sandals (7.5)

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Brooklyn, NY

VALHALLA VINTAGE Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 dark brown leather kitten heel sandals with braided criss cross straps and bamboo heel.

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Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Gucci SS 2012 Panther Head Runway Sandals Black Suede Gold Heels 38
Gucci SS 2012 Panther Head Runway Sandals Black Suede Gold Heels 38

Gucci SS 2012 Panther Head Runway Sandals Black Suede Gold Heels 38

By Frida Giannini, Gucci

Located in San Jose, CA

Keyword Block: gucci spring 2012 runway heels, frida giannini gucci shoes, gold sculpted heel, gucci black suede sandals, enamel feline detail, geometric heel design, designer evenin...

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2010s Italian Shoes

Hanae Mori 1970s Red & White Striped Maxi Dress With Butterfly Print
Hanae Mori 1970s Red & White Striped Maxi Dress With Butterfly Print

Hanae Mori 1970s Red & White Striped Maxi Dress With Butterfly Print

By Hanae Mori

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Perfectly complemented by accessories from iconic designers, consider pairing it with a vintage Gucci handbag and strappy Aldo sandals for an effortless summertime look.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Maxi Dresses

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Gucci Vintage Patent Leather Mule Sandal
Gucci Vintage Patent Leather Mule Sandal

Gucci Vintage Patent Leather Mule Sandal

By Gucci

Located in Henrico, VA

This amazing vintage Gucci mules are made of black and white patent leather and has the original Gucci logo located on the upper of the sandal.

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1980s Italian Low Heels

GUCCI Vintage black braided knotted strappy open toe slip on mule sandals EU36.5
GUCCI Vintage black braided knotted strappy open toe slip on mule sandals EU36.5

GUCCI Vintage black braided knotted strappy open toe slip on mule sandals EU36.5

By Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI Vintage black braided knotted strappy open toe slip on mule sandals EU36.5 Reference: TGAS/A02008 Brand: Gucci Material: Leather Color: Black Pattern: Solid Extra Detail: ...

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2010s Strap Sandals

GUCCI strappy sandals
GUCCI strappy sandals

GUCCI strappy sandals

By Gucci

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Y2K Vintage Gucci, probably Tom Ford era, strappy logo heels.

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Early 2000s Heels

vintage GUCCI black velvet strappy gold metal heel platform sandal EU37
vintage GUCCI black velvet strappy gold metal heel platform sandal EU37

vintage GUCCI black velvet strappy gold metal heel platform sandal EU37

By Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage GUCCI black velvet strappy gold metal heel platform sandal EU37 Reference: GIYG/A00109 Brand: Gucci Model: Velvet strappy pump Material: Velvet Color: Black Pattern: So...

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2010s Italian High Heels

GUCCI TOM FORD 1999 Vintage blue feather thong high heel sandal EU35.5
GUCCI TOM FORD 1999 Vintage blue feather thong high heel sandal EU35.5

GUCCI TOM FORD 1999 Vintage blue feather thong high heel sandal EU35.5

By Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI TOM FORD 1999 Vintage blue feather thong high heel sandal EU35.5 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: 1999 Runway Material: Feather Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Extra Deta...

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1990s Italian High Heels

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 6
Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 6

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 6

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Bamboo Heel Slip On Mules Sandals 6 Color Dark Brown Size 6B Heel Height 2.25in Leather upper Leather sole Bamboo heel Low heel Delicate knotted strap Slip ...

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Early 2000s Shoes

GUCCI Tom Ford vintage champagne strappy satin copper bamboo heel sandals EU36.5
GUCCI Tom Ford vintage champagne strappy satin copper bamboo heel sandals EU36.5

GUCCI Tom Ford vintage champagne strappy satin copper bamboo heel sandals EU36.5

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI Tom Ford vintage champagne strappy satin copper bamboo heel sandals EU36.5 Reference: ANWU/A01047 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: Runway Material: Satin, Leather Co...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian High Heels

GUCCI by TOM FORD 2004 Vintage Runway Gold Mink Fur Sandals
GUCCI by TOM FORD 2004 Vintage Runway Gold Mink Fur Sandals

GUCCI by TOM FORD 2004 Vintage Runway Gold Mink Fur Sandals

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Leonardo, NJ

These shoes cannot ship outside of the USA because they are REAL fur Please do not purchase if you are International, fur cannot cross customs USA purchase only Tom Ford for Gucci Ru...

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Early 2000s Heels

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Bamboo Heel Black Leather Slip On Mules Sandals 9.5
Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Bamboo Heel Black Leather Slip On Mules Sandals 9.5

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Bamboo Heel Black Leather Slip On Mules Sandals 9.5

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Bamboo Heel Black Leather Slip On Mules Sandals 9.5 Color Black Size 9.5US Heel Height 2.75in Leather upper Slip on style Almond toe Leather insole Bamboo he...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Satin Slip On Mules Sandals 7
Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Satin Slip On Mules Sandals 7

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Satin Slip On Mules Sandals 7

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Vintage Gucci Tom Ford Chain Charm Print Satin Slip On Mules Sandals Color Black Multi Size 7US Heel Height 4in Satin upper Slip on style Almond toe Leather insole Tapered heel GG...

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Early 2000s Shoes

GUCCI by TOM FORD 2002 Vintage Mother of Pearl Runway Strappy Sandal Heels
GUCCI by TOM FORD 2002 Vintage Mother of Pearl Runway Strappy Sandal Heels

GUCCI by TOM FORD 2002 Vintage Mother of Pearl Runway Strappy Sandal Heels

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Tom Ford for Gucci FW02 Vintage Runway Ad/Editorial Mother of Pearl at toe + heel Great Vintage Condition Needs new heel tap, but I would just replace them both (it's very cheap to d...

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Early 2000s Shoes

Gucci Vintage Light Brown Leather Loafers Shoes Horsebit Size 40
Gucci Vintage Light Brown Leather Loafers Shoes Horsebit Size 40

Gucci Vintage Light Brown Leather Loafers Shoes Horsebit Size 40

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Light brown Leather loafers by GUCCI designed with a almond toe. Light brown leather with green and red Web detail. Horsebit detail on the toes. Leather outsoles. Made in Italy. Size...

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2010s Italian Sandals

vintage GUCCI pink leather ankle strap GG monogram canvas heel sandals US7.5 B
vintage GUCCI pink leather ankle strap GG monogram canvas heel sandals US7.5 B

vintage GUCCI pink leather ankle strap GG monogram canvas heel sandals US7.5 B

By Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage GUCCI pink leather ankle strap GG monogram canvas heel sandals US7.5 B Reference: TGAS/B01409 Brand: Gucci Model: Pink monogram strappy sandals Material: Canvas Color: Pi...

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2010s Italian High Heels

Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heel Mules Sandals 6.5
Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heel Mules Sandals 6.5

Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heel Mules Sandals 6.5

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heeled Mules 6.5 Color White Multi Size 6.5US Heel Height 2.75in Satin upper Leather sole Slip on style Medium heel height Signature flo...

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Early 2000s Shoes

Vintage 2004 Tom Ford for Gucci Pink Embellished Sandals Sz 8 It 38
Vintage 2004 Tom Ford for Gucci Pink Embellished Sandals Sz 8 It 38

Vintage 2004 Tom Ford for Gucci Pink Embellished Sandals Sz 8 It 38

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Collectible Tom Ford for Gucci Pink Leather Shoes S/S 2004 Collection. Bamboo shaped heel, jeweled snake head. Definitely a statement shoe! Size: 8 B – IT 38 Made in Italy. Worn one...

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Early 2000s Italian High Heels

2000s Gucci Leather Sandals
2000s Gucci Leather Sandals

2000s Gucci Leather Sandals

By Gucci

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

A.N.G.E.L.O. Vintage - ITALY Gucci black leather sandals. Model with T-strap, panel with decorative application in silver metal.

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Early 2000s Italian Sandals

Gucci Pale Pink Suede Vintage Square Toe Slide Sandals Size 37.5
Gucci Pale Pink Suede Vintage Square Toe Slide Sandals Size 37.5

Gucci Pale Pink Suede Vintage Square Toe Slide Sandals Size 37.5

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These pink slide sandals by Gucci are classic. Crafted from suede, they feature the brand label and metal detailing on the vamps along with leather-lined insoles that carry brand lab...

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2010s Sandals

Gucci Pale Pink Suede Vintage Square Toe Slide Sandals Size 37.5
Gucci Pale Pink Suede Vintage Square Toe Slide Sandals Size 37.5

Gucci Pale Pink Suede Vintage Square Toe Slide Sandals Size 37.5

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These pink slide sandals by Gucci are classic. Crafted from suede, they feature the brand label and metal detailing on the vamps along with leather-lined insoles that carry brand lab...

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21st Century and Contemporary Sandals

Gucci Multicolor Vintage Web GG Logo Detail Slide Sandals Size 36
Gucci Multicolor Vintage Web GG Logo Detail Slide Sandals Size 36

Gucci Multicolor Vintage Web GG Logo Detail Slide Sandals Size 36

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

These multicolored slides by Gucci are a classic. Crafted with canvas at the front, they feature the signature GG canvas-lined insoles that carry brand labelling. These slides are el...

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2010s Italian Sandals

1998 VINTAGE LIMITED EDITION TOM FORD for GUCCI CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED SHOES
1998 VINTAGE LIMITED EDITION TOM FORD for GUCCI CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED SHOES

1998 VINTAGE LIMITED EDITION TOM FORD for GUCCI CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED SHOES

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

1998 VINTAGE LIMITED EDITION TOM FORD for GUCCI CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED SHOES Color: Black Leather lining Leather sole Crystals Heel with iconic G on the back Italy Size is 8 1/...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sandals

VINTAGE GUCCI SATIN SANDALS w/ CRYSTAL HORSEBIT 9.5 - 39.5
VINTAGE GUCCI SATIN SANDALS w/ CRYSTAL HORSEBIT 9.5 - 39.5

VINTAGE GUCCI SATIN SANDALS w/ CRYSTAL HORSEBIT 9.5 - 39.5

By Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

BRAND NEW GUCCI SATIN SHOES Color: White / Green / Purple Leather lining Crystal horsebit Stacked heel measures approximately 4 1/4" Leather sole Italy Size 9 1/2 B

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels

New GUCCI VINTAGE BROWN KELLY PLATFORM SUEDE SHOES SANDALS 9 - 39
New GUCCI VINTAGE BROWN KELLY PLATFORM SUEDE SHOES SANDALS 9 - 39

New GUCCI VINTAGE BROWN KELLY PLATFORM SUEDE SHOES SANDALS 9 - 39

By Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

GUCCI SHOES When creating the perfect outfit, always start off on the right foot with a pair of gorgeous Gucci platform sandals. • Suede upper • Rounded point peep toe Color:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels

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Vintage Gucci Sandals For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of vintage gucci sandals. Our collection of vintage gucci sandals includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage Gucci Sandals?

Prices for vintage gucci sandals can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $200 and can go as high as $2,750, while these items, on average, fetch $448.

Gucci for sale on 1stDibs

Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.

Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.

At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)

In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.

In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.

Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.

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