The Moschino story begins in the early 1980s, when Franco Moschino (1950–94), a freelance magazine illustrator and Gianni Versace collaborator, founded a label in Italy whose ethos was all about having fun.
Moschino initially pursued a degree in painting at Milan's Brera Academy of Fine Arts during the late 1960s, turning to freelance illustration to help pay his way through school. He found inspiration in Pop art, Dadaism and bold graphics. During the 1970s, he began to work for Gianni Versace’s now-legendary house as a sketcher and freelanced as a clothing designer with other fashion labels. In 1983, encouraged by Versace, he launched his own extravagant and excessive couture collection.
Moschino's expertly tailored, vibrant designs for casual wear and more, each adorned with loud, playful details, spoofed the chic high fashion of the day, and Franco's close relationship with fine art — as well as his eye for innovation — welcomed comparisons to Elsa Schiaparelli over the years. The label’s work essentially mocked the industry even as its hand fed Moschino, with the founder emblazoning shirts with slogans such as “Good taste doesn’t exist” or embroidering jackets with the phrase “Waist of money,” while the theatrical shows were positioned with an undercurrent of critique.
Today, the Metropolitan Museum of Art holds two vintage Moschino handbags in its collection: one shaped like a milk carton and the other an iron.
“Under all the surface witticisms, [Moschino] had a serious knack for running class pieces through a wringer of irony or Surrealism,” observed Vogue. “Chanel-isms were his favorite trope, though he also poked fun at Jean Paul Gaultier’s lingerie dressing and put out pasta bags in a parody of the Prada accessories craze.”
Accessories, jeans and the first men’s collection were presented at the Regal Palace in Milan in 1985, with his Moschino Jeans womenswear collection following in 1986. Then Moschino released Moschino for Women, its first fragrance, the next year in Europe.
In 1988, long before brands had considered the concept of a spin-off, Moschino bowed its cheeky diffusion line for men and women, Moschino Cheap and Chic, during the shows in Milan. The label thrived, adding its first stores in Italy and campaigning for eco-friendly fur. Its retrospective-slash-fashion show “X Years of Kaos” in the early 1990s benefited a children’s AIDS organization.
After Moschino’s untimely death at the age of 44 from AIDS complications, Rossella Jardini, his longtime friend and colleague, took the reins. She carried the torch for nearly 20 years, adding eyewear, watches and jewelry. American designer Jeremy Scott was named creative director in 2013.
Scott, who grew up on a farm and once unveiled a collection of evening dresses charred with burn marks, imbues all his work with a message of inclusion, be it his Fast Food collection in 2014 (hot dog dress included) or Moschino Barbie.
“I don’t care if the critics don’t like me,” Scott told Vogue. “I want to be the people’s designer, like Diana was the people’s princess.”
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New 1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 38.5 / 8.5 Brown Suede 90s Knee High Boots
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Never worn vintage 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC chocolate brown suede leather knee high flat boots! Effortlessly chic, with a sleek toe, and an exposed gold zipper down the back. Su...
AW15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Looney Tunes Tweety Flat Ballet Shoes
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
AW15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Looney Tunes Tweety Flat Ballet Shoes Additional Information: Material: Leather Color: Multi-Color/Brown Pattern: Looney Tunes Style: Ballet Flats...
Moschino Leather sandals size 36
By Moschino
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Boutique Moschino Leatheer Black color Metal studs Ankle buckle Heel height cm 11 (4.33 inches) Plateau height cm 3 (1.18 inches)
Moschino New In Box Size 9 / 39 Jewel Purple Silk Peep Toe Slinback Heels Shoes
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous brand new in box MOSCHINO peep toe sling back high heels! Features a regal purple color on luxurious silk satin. Hidden platform adds extra comfort. Leather sole, with side ...
Fabulous Vintage Red Leather Moschino Gold Letter Pointed Stiletto ankle Boots
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous Vintage Red Leather Moschino Boots circa 2000. Featuring the iconic Gold Lettering zip details, pointed Toe and stiletto heels. Size UK: 5 / EU: 38 MADE IN ITALY. Condition ...
SS16 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Super Mario Banana Bunch Espadrilles US 8
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS16 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Super Mario Banana Bunch Espadrilles US 8 Additional Information: Material: Canvas Color: Brown/Yellow Pattern: Super Mario Banana Style: Espadrilles Size: 8 US 100% Authentic!!! Condition: Brand new in the original box These yellow and multi-coloured Moschino 'Banana Bunch' canvas espadrilles are a tongue-in-cheek interpretation of a timeless summer classic...
$196Sale Price|20% Off
Moschino Vintage Women's Glitter Loafer Shoes, Italy, 21st Century
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino Glitter Loafer Shoes
$191Sale Price|35% Off
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Barbie Black Pink Logo Flat Ballet Shoes 38.5
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Barbie Black Pink Logo Flat Ballet Shoes 38.5 Additional Information: Material: Leather Color: Black/Baby Pink/White Pattern: All Over Barbie Moschino Logo Style: Ballet Flats Size: 38.5 EU / US 3.8 100% Authentic!!! Condition: Brand new in the original box Black, Pink and white leather Moschino round-toe barbie flats with logo print throughout and block heels. Includes box and dust bag. Crafted with calfskin leather in black, pink and white. All over logo Moschino print in the barbie font :) Heel aprox. 0.0625 Please note that the soles might have minor signs on them or price tag sticky notes...
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Barbie Black Pink Logo Flat Ballet Shoes 37.5
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Barbie Black Pink Logo Flat Ballet Shoes 37.5 Additional Information: Material: Leather Color: Black/Baby Pink/White Pattern: All Over Barbie Moschino Logo Style: Ballet Flats Size: 37.5 EU / US 7.5 100% Authentic!!! Condition: Brand new in the original box Black, Pink and white leather Moschino round-toe barbie flats with logo print throughout and block heels. Includes box and dust bag. Crafted with calfskin leather in black, pink and white. All over logo Moschino print in the barbie font :) Heel aprox. 0.0625 Please note that the soles might have minor signs on them or price tag sticky notes...
SS16 Moschino Couture x Jeremy Scott Super Mario Mushroom Canvas Espadrilles
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS16 Moschino Couture x Jeremy Scott Super Mario Mushroom Canvas Espadrilles Additional Information: Material: Canvas Color: Brown/Red/Black/White Patter...
SS16 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Super Mario Banana Bunch Espadrilles US 7
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS16 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Super Mario Banana Bunch Espadrilles US 7 Additional Information: Material: Canvas Color: Brown/Yellow Pattern: Super M...
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Barbie Black Pink Logo Flat Ballet Shoes 35
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Barbie Black Pink Logo Flat Ballet Shoes 35 Additional Information: Material: Leather Color: Black/Baby Pink/White Pattern: All Over Barbie Moschino Logo Style: Ballet Flats Size: 35 EU / US 5 100% Authentic!!! Condition: Brand new in the original box Black, Pink and white leather Moschino round-toe barbie flats with logo print throughout and block heels. Includes box and dust bag. Crafted with calfskin leather in black, pink and white. All over logo Moschino print in the barbie font :) Heel aprox. 0.0625 Please note that the soles might have minor signs on them or price tag sticky notes...
$236Sale Price|20% Off
SS16 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Super Mario Banana Bunch Espadrilles US 10
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS16 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Super Mario Banana Bunch Espadrilles US 10 Additional Information: Material: Canvas Color: Brown/Yellow Pattern: Super Mario Banana Style: Espadri...
Lip Stick Red Satin Monolo Blahnik Kitten Heels
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in valatie, NY
Monolo Blahnik kitten heal pumps in a lipstick red satin with red ribbon trim and a red satin button. Size EU 39, US 8, 2.25"H heels. Has Monolo Blank label and bottom is marked ''Ma...
$525Sale Price|50% Off
Size: 38.5
Emilio Pucci Python Snakeskin Runway Pumps Heels S/S 2019 Sz 38.5 $1050
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Emilio Pucci $1050 S/S 2019 Worn Once for a Fashion Show Minimal Signs of Wear to Sole Insole, Uppers, Snakeskin and Heel are Perfect Size: 38.5 Blue Python Pink, Blue & Black Leath...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Collection for YSL 2004...
F/W 2004 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Embroidered Chinoiserie Wedge 36
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an iconic pair of taupe floral Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche wedge heels, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, these heels debuted on the season's ...
1980s Susan Warren Edwards Red Suede Fringed and Studded Cowbow Western Boots
By Susan Bennis/Warren Edwards
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Susan Warren Edwards Red Suede Fringed and Studded Cowboy Western Boots: Tall and narrow, these boots make a stunning entrance with their vivid red and generously studded desi...
Jimmy Choo Chad 90 Pointed Toe Red Velvet Knee High Boots 41
By Jimmy Choo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jimmy Choo Chad 90 Pointed Toe Red Velvet Knee High Boots size 41 Heel Height 3.75” Calf circumference 14” New, never worn outside Sold out online/in stores
Maison Margiela Red Leather Platform Croc Clogs 39
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Maison Margiela Red Leather Platform Croc Clogs in size 39. These shoes feature perforated leather similar to the look of Crocs, but with the style of clog...
NEW F/W 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Ad Runway Black Patent Leather Heel Boots 37C
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pair of iconic black patent leather Gucci heeled boots designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection, these boots debuted ...
Officine Creative Beige Leather Heel Sandals, Size 39
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The sandals feature sand, tan color leather, open toes and heel height is 3 inches with rear silver tone zip closure. Made in Italy.
Miu Miu Multi Colored Patterned Brocade Open Toe Slingback - 40.5 - SHW
By Miu Miu
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Miu Miu Multi Colored Patterned Brocade Open Toe Slingback - 40.5 - SHW. These fun shoes have a chunky heel and multiple colors such as blue, yellow, and coral done in a metallic bro...
PRADA A/W 2013 Burgundy Red Spazzolato Leather Pointed Toe Platform Oxford Shoe
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Thiensville, WI
Prada Autumn/Winter 2013 Burgundy red spazzolato (patent/brushed) leather platform oxford. Burgundy red smoke patent (spazzolato fume) calfskin leather body. Pointed toe. Front kilti...
$970Sale Price|60% Off
Size: 36.5
Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 36.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Worn One Time for an Inside Fashion Show Uppers are Perfect. Minor Markings to Soles From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was A...
Moschino Runway Jeremy Scott Pink Inflatable Flamingo Shoes Size 40 NEW
By Moschino
Located in New York, NY
Moschino runway Jeremy Scott Pink Inflatable Flamingo Shoes Size 40 NEW in original box,dust bag and little booklet. FINAL SALE
SS16 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Super Mario Banana Bunch Espadrilles US 10
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS16 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Super Mario Banana Bunch Espadrilles US 10 Additional Information: Material: Canvas Color: Brown/Yellow Pattern: Super ...
Moschino black patent leather gold and silver tone hardware shoes NWOT
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino black patent leather gold and silver tone hardware shoes size 38
Moschino 1990s Green Kitten Heels
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add some color to your look with these adorable Moschino heels! Circa 1990s from Moschinos Cheap & Chic line, these shoes are a great lime green color and feature a tapered orange kitten heel. Made in Italy, marked a size 37. Pair these with your favorite Versace silk shirt or Chanel mini skirt...
Reserved Sale Pending for Monique Moschino Italy Zebra Print Pony Hair Mules
By Moschino
Located in University City, MO
***RESERVED SALE PENDING FOR MONIQUE*** Moschino Italy Zebra print pony hair mules Size 37 or US Size 6.5 The stylish Italian shoes are designed with b...
Moschino NEW Black Leather Quilted Gold Chain Link High Heels Pumps in Box
By Moschino
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Moschino NEW Black Leather Quilted Gold Chain Link High Heels Pumps in Box Size IT 36 Leather Gold tone hardware Leather lining Made in Italy Heel height 4" ...
Moschino "Stars & Stripes" Studded Zippered Ankle Boots
By Moschino
Located in New York, NY
Moschino wonderfully wicked "Stars & Stripes" calfskin side zippered ankle boots are accented with gold hardware studded "stars" along the top circumference. The side zipper m...
Moschino Navy, Beige and Brown Sling-Back Low Heel Spectator
By Moschino
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully detailed and well made multi-colors of navy, beige and brown s accented with tiny "heart" eyelets throughout as well as one large "hear...
Moschino Pony Hair Loafer
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino Pony Hair Loafer
Moschino Couture NEW and SOLD OUT Yellow Satin Candy High Heels Sandals in Box
By Moschino
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES So good you could eat your feet! Fun and whimsical brand NEW and SOLD OUT Moschino Couture satin multi-color heels. Includes original Moschino Couture box. ...
Moschino NEW and SOLD OUT Black Leather Gold Logo High Heels Sandals in Box
By Moschino
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Let your feet do the talking with these brand NEW and SOLD OUT Moschino black leather sandals featuring gold plated "Moschino" hardware. Includes original Mosch...
Moschino Couture NEW Yellow Multi Satin Candy Bow High Heels Sandals in Box
By Moschino
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Size IT 38.5 (US 8.5) Satin PVC Buckle closure at ankle Heel height 4.25" Includes original Moschino dust bag and box