Known for introducing rich theatricality and memorable fashion spectacles to the runway, John Galliano has enjoyed a singular career. The audacious British designer has garnered universal acclaim for genre-breaking collections not only at his eponymous label but also for Givenchy and Christian Dior.
From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless newspaper-print dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably newsworthy, drawing on history as often as it embodies a fresh and forward-looking sensibility, and over the years the designer has helped shape an ever-broadening new legion of enthusiasts for Parisian couture.
Born in Gibraltar but raised in South London by strict Roman Catholic working-class parents, Galliano attended the all-boys Church of England grammar school, where his flamboyance and interest in art attracted the attention of bullies. Eventually, Galliano ended up at the prestigious design and art school Central Saint Martins College (then called Saint Martin’s School of Art), where fellow British designers Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen also trained.
Galliano flourished at Central Saint Martins. While a student, he worked in the costume department at the National Theatre in London. His graduate collection in 1984, dubbed “Les Incroyables” and named for post–French Revolution fashion lovers, was modeled by close friends of his and earned a standing ovation. The line ended up in the storefront windows of London luxury boutique Brown’s on South Molton Street, and Galliano’s first official collection — after he graduated — debuted at Paris Fashion Week in 1989.
In the early 1990s, Galliano’s relationship with his financial backer, Plein Sud’s Faycal Amor, ended, and by 1994, he was broke and sleeping on the floor of a friend’s apartment. Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour and then-Vanity Fair editor André Leon Talley stepped in and introduced the budding designer to Portuguese socialite and fashion patron São Schlumberger and others. At Schlumberger’s Hôtel Particulier, Galliano’s shows became the stuff of fashion legend. His collection, a blend of Japanese modernist style as well as nostalgia for Art Deco and 1940s’ tailoring, earned raves in glossy magazines and garnered the attention of Princess Diana, Madonna and other fashion luminaries.
Once the Galliano name was well known among the world’s most stylish set, the chairperson of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, appointed Galliano head designer of French fashion house Givenchy. One year later, in 1996, LVMH moved him to the design team at Dior, where he produced scores of celebrated looks for Dior Haute Couture. Today, Galliano is the creative director of Maison Margiela.
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Galliano vest by John Galliano Spring-Summer 1999
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - Spring/Summer 1999 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Black open-knit cardigan. Size S, fits a French size 36/38. Made in Italy. Co...
John Galliano 1990s Gatsby Roaring 20s Print Rayon Vintage 90s Cardigan Top
By John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1990s JOHN GALLIANO Great Gatsby Roarin' 20s novelty print rayon cardigan ! Features rhinestone buttons up the front. Lightweight soft rayon fabric stretches to fit. Can easily ...
JOHN GALLIANO FW 90 Iconic and rare anatomical cut-out cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in Milano, MILANO
Fall Winter 1990 iconic and rare anatomical and structured cut-out crop cardigan from "Fencing" collection by John Galliano Zipper on the front 70% wool 20% angora 10% nylon
John Galliano Black And Gray Chevron Mohair Sweater With Oversized Neck 1999
By John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is pleased to offer a John Galliano black-and-gray chevron-striped mohair sweater featuring an exaggerated, oversized neck silhouette. Rendered in soft, brushed mohair, ...
John Galliano Blended Mohair and Cashmere Cardigan, 2004
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Galliano - (Made in Italy) Blended mohair and cashmere cardigan in purple, yellow, red, and pink tones. Size M indicated. 2004 Fall-Winter Collection. Additional information: Condit...
2000s John Galliano Orange and Blue Argyle Sweater Set
By John Galliano
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Y2K John Galliano silk and cashmere blend sweater set. Short sleeve shallow v neck pullover with a crewneck cardigan. Printed orange, light blue and navy blue all over argyle. Small ...
F/W 2000 John Galliano Grey Knit Fur Asymmetric Tunic Sweater Top Medium
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous oversized knit lapin John Galliano tunic sweater. From the Fall/Winter 2000 collection, this soft asymmetric top features a turtleneck, button closure at the ne...
John Galliano black mesh top with tattoo motifs, fw 1997
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano archival top ▪ Fall-Winter 1997 ▪ Constructed from black nylon-viscose mesh ▪ Allover tattoo motifs featuring flags, roses and snakes ▪ Lo...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown Dior logo Pointelle knit cardigan FR36 S
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown Dior logo Pointelle knit cardigan FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00253 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Material: Wool Color: Beige Pattern: Logoman...
Orange knit long vets with franges and bow GALLIANO
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange knit long vets with franges and gros-grain bow on the middle front. Knit composition: 50% acrylic, 50% wool SIZE XS on tag but fit oversize
JOHN GALLIANO Size M Brown Wool Blend Turtleneck Chunky Knit Sweater
By John Galliano
Located in San Francisco, CA
JOHN GALLIANO sweater in a brown wool blend knit featuring a chunky knit style, long sleeves with black tassel details, and turtleneck. Made in Italy.Good Pre-Owned Condition. Modera...
S/S 2003 John Galliano Indian Collection Pink Colourful Logo Sweater - Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring / Summer 2003 John Galliano 'Indian' collection cardigan sweater with loud 'Galliano' signature print Knit and buttons down the front. MADE IN ITALY. Measurements are pro...
John Galliano cream wool and fur sweater with matching shearling bag, fw 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano sweater and bag set ▪ Cream knitted wool turtleneck sweater ▪ Leather lacing at the shoulders ▪ Patchwork leather and suede app...
$488Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown Dior logo Pointelle knit cardigan FR36 S
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown Dior logo Pointelle knit cardigan FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00253 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Material: Wool Color: Beige Pattern: Logoman...
John Galliano purple and black herringbone mohair sweater and skirt set, fw 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano purple mohair sweater and skirt set ▪ Black herringbone design with purple base ▪ Turn-over cuffs ▪ Large high-neck fold-over c...
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DIOR Travis Scott Cactus Jack 2022 beige 100% cashmere oblique vest sweater M
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR Travis Scott Cactus Jack 2022 beige 100% cashmere oblique vest sweater M Reference: YIKK/A00089 Brand: Dior Designer: Kim Jones Collection: Trav...
$1,393
Galliano cardigan 2001
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - (Made in Italy) Short off-white mesh cardigan ornamented with black tulle elements. Single-size. 2001 Spring-Summer Collection under the artistic direction of John Gallian...
2001 Vintage John Galliano Paris Abstract Pattern Buttons Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
2001 Vintage John Galliano Paris Abstract Pattern Buttons Cardigan 2001 Vintage John Galliano Paris Abstract Pattern Buttons Cardigan Shoulders: 42 cm / 16.54 in Sleeve Length: 73 ...
John Galliano F/W 2000 crocodile print cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
John Galliano F/W 2000 crocodile print cardigan Label: John Galliano Material: 100% cashmere Country of Manufacture: Italy Additional Info: vintage crocodile print cashmere c...
John Galliano London S/S 1987 Charcoal Fine-Knit Turtleneck Bodysuit
By John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
From the S/S 1987 collection of John Galliano London, this fine-knit bodysuit represents an early and assured exercise in second-skin dressing. The body is worked in a close-gauge ho...
Galliano Galliano top by John Galliano Winter 1999
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - 1999 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Knitted crocheted sweater with an oversize turtleneck, overlaid with a silvery pa...
Early 1990s John Galliano Script Turtleneck
By John Galliano
Located in Toronto, Ontario
John Gallino turtleneck from the earlt 1990s. Fabric has been designed to look like tea soaked old scripts with John Galliano printed all over in d...
MOSCHINO JEANS Size 6 Brown Gold Acetate Blend Rib Knit V-Neck Pullover
By Moschino Jeans
Located in San Francisco, CA
MOSCHINO JEANS pullover in a brown and metallic gold tone acetate blend knit featuring an all over rib knit design, long sleeves, and V-neck. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condit...
Junya Watanabe Grey Melange Cardigan Cape Sweater 2008
By Junya Watanabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a vintage Junya Watanabe grey melange cardigan cape sweater from the 2008 collection, featuring batwing sleeves, large front buttons, a high...
early 1980's MISSONI woven heavy sweater coat
By Missoni
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Heavy early 1980's Missoni sweater coat in a thick, textured knit, cut in a loose, cocoon-like shape that sits away from the body. The coat falls to above knee length with wide, easy...
1982 ISSEY MIYAKE oversized RUNWAY sweater
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, geometric knit sweater designed by Issey Miyake as seen on the fall 1982 runway. Sweater features several different knitting techniques. Labeled a size M. Approximate meas...
Vintage ISSEY MIYAKE Brown Knit Striped Ensemble
By Issey Miyake
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage late 80s and 1990s ISSEY MIYAKE Brown, taupe, light grey striped Sweater knit top and Wrap skirt. Fit size 4/6 SMALL - MEDIUM Bust : 36 inch / Skirt is elastic 26 - 30 i...
$745
Size: FR 38, best fits XS/S
Rare Vintage Hermes Henri de Linares Plumes Print Silk Front Turtleneck Sweater
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
Very rare vintage Hermes Paris Cream knit long sleeve turtleneck sweater with ivory silk scarf print front featuring green, gold, and brown feathers. Front bottom reads PLUMES, par Henri de Linares, HERMES-PARIS. 100% silk front with 100% wool fine knit. Labelled FR 38, seems to best fit an XS/S. Shown on size 2 dress...
1970s Franck Olivier Vintage Bell Sleeve Sweater
By Franck Olivier
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage 1970s knit sweater top in navy blue and off white by Franck Olivier from the estate of Pamela Lewis (Jerry Lewis/ Gary Lewis). Fitted design with 3/4 length bell slee...
1950s Gold Metallic Lurex 3/4 Sleeves French Made Vintage 50s Cardigan Sweater
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s gold metallic lurex 3/4 sleeves cardigan sweater! Features six gold metal buttons up the front, with hidden hook-and-eye closure at top neck. Fantastic tailored fit. Fanta...
Cathy Hardwick Eye-Popping Fuchsia & Red Sequin Sweater
Located in New York, NY
Cathy Hardwick eye-popping body-hugging fuchsia & red sequined sweater made of lambswool and nylon blend is accented with stripes of sequined bugle b...
Loro Piana Beige Cashmere Cardigan Sweater
By Loro Piana
Located in New Hope, PA
This is a classic Loro Piana beige cashmere cardigan sweater. It has a V shaped neckline, ribbing at the center front, the cuffs and the hemline. There are six Loro Piana logo marked...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Green Stretch Knit Puff Sleeve Button-Up Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Green Stretch Knit Puff Sleeve Button-Up Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2003 "Irere" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Button-up top Color(s): Shades of green Lined: No Marked Fabric Content: "100% cotton" (primary material) Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): Suede (down center front) Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen S/S 2003 "Irere" green button-up top. Flowy fabric; lots of stretch or give to material. Form-fitting through bodice. Very deep scoop neckline at front of top; meant to be worn with a separate garment underneath; banding around neckline. Sheer puff sleeves...
Emilio Pucci Coral Cashmere Blend Sweater Set - XS - 1990's
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Emilio Pucci Coral Cashmere Blend Sweater Set - XS - 1990's. This beautiful set is a cashmere-cotton blend. The top is sleeveless and has a round neckline. The cardigan has buttons a...
Vintage 2000's John Galliano Wool Knitted Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Vintage 2000's John Galliano Wool Knitted Cardigan. This Cardigan features a thick woven ruffled hem along the edges of the cardigan as well as the end of the arms. The edges are tie...
John Galliano crochet vest 2004
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
GALLIANO - Multicolor crochet vest with patchwork panels. Opening at the bottom of one sleeve. Size and composition labels missing; fits a French size 38/40/42. Fall/Winter 2004 Read...
Vintage 00’s Wool Multicolour Tassel Jumper
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Vintage John Galliano Circa 00’s wool jumper. Features tassel hemline, contrasting knitted wool and crochet patchwork and V-neckline. In excellent vintage condition, brand new with o...
JOHN GALLIANO Vintage black open knit crochet sleeve layered cardigan S
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JOHN GALLIANO Vintage black open knit crochet sleeve layered cardigan S Reference: TGAS/D00547 Brand: John Galliano Designer: John Galliano Material: Viscose Color: Black Pattern: So...
rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 2010 Runway blue ribbon beige cardigan coat XS
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 2010 Runway blue ribbon beige cardigan coat XS Reference: TGAS/D00787 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collecti...
MAISON MARGIELA Aids Charity print black cotton boxy sweatshirt hoodie S
By MM6 Maison Margiela, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA Aids Charity print black cotton boxy sweatshirt hoodie S Reference: TGAS/C00393 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: John Galliano Model: AIDS Charity hoodie Material: Co...
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L Reference: PRCG/A00027 Brand: John Galliano Material: Cotton Color: Yellow, Red Pattern: Logomania Closure: Zip Extra ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown logo Pointelle turtleneck sweater FR36 S
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Galliano brown logo Pointelle turtleneck sweater FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00254 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Material: Wool Color: Beige Pattern: Logoman...
John Galliano Wool And Mohair Cardigan
By John Galliano
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Galliano- (Made in France) Wool and mohair cardigan decorated with lace. M size indicated. There is a stain on the belt. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimen...
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L Reference: PRCG/A00027 Brand: John Galliano Material: Cotton Color: Yellow, Red Pattern: Logomania Closure: Zip Extra ...
MAISON MARGIELA Aids Charity print black cotton boxy sweatshirt hoodie S
By John Galliano, MM6 Maison Margiela
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MAISON MARGIELA Aids Charity print black cotton boxy sweatshirt hoodie S Reference: TGAS/C00393 Brand: Maison Margiela Designer: John Galliano Model: AIDS Charity hoodie Material: Co...
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L
By John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JOHN GALLIANO yellow cotton red logo print back raglan hoodie L Reference: PRCG/A00027 Brand: John Galliano Material: Cotton Color: Yellow, Red Pattern: Logomania Closure: Zip Extra ...