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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Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Black Tube Top w/Silver Flowers Embellishments 6
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Black Tube Top w/Silver Flowers Embellishments US 6 Additional Information: Material: 64% Rayon, 36% Cotton, Polyamide C...
$461Sale Price|20% Off
Moschino multicoloured shirt
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino, Mo"schifo" collection iconic multicoloured shirt
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Barbie Logo Satin Shorts Baby Pink Think Pink
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Barbie Logo Satin Shorts Baby Pink Think Pink Additional Information: Material: 100% Rayon Color: Baby Pink Pattern: M...
$864Sale Price|20% Off
Moschino Couture Black Mid Length Cardigan
By Moschino
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- This beautiful and unique vintage early 90s Moschino Couture black mid length cardigan has a strap fastening. Featuring an extra layered on the shoulder...
$138Sale Price|60% Off
SS17 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Crowned Teddy Bear Jumper Light Blue Sweater
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS17 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Crowned Teddy Bear Jumper Light Blue Sweater Additional Information: Material: 100% cotton Color: Light Blue Pattern: Crowned Teddy Bear Style...
$193Sale Price|20% Off
MOSCHINO Size 6 Orange Coral Triacetate Blend Guipure Lace Slim Dress Pants
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHEAP AND CHIC by MOSCHINO dress pants in a coral orange triacetate blend featuring a guipure lace design, slim fit, and a side zipper closure. New With Tags. Marked: I 40 / D 3...
Moschino Couture Autumn Motif Angora Blend Pieced Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Moschino beauty is ornamented with the perfect Fall motifs. Between plaid and autumn leaves pieced together in a coherent way, you'll feel like a crisp October day anytime of th...
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC Graphic Print Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC Graphic Print Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 16.53 inche...
Vintage MOSCHINO "CARTOON COUTURE" Medallion Trompe L'oeil Belted Black Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO "CARTOON COUTURE" Medallion Trompe L'oeil Belted Black Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Bust: 17.32 inches (44 cm) Waist: 14....
AW15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Orange Brown Green Camouflage Pants 40 IT
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
AW15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Orange Brown Green Camouflage Pants 40 IT Additional Information: Material: Rayon Color: Orange/Black/Brown/Green ...
MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC Functional Compass Button Geographic Jacket Size 4
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Moschino Cheap & Chic jacket is composed with a black wool and features a geographic coordinates pattern with functional compass buttons. In excellent pre-owned condition. **...
$588Sale Price|40% Off
Moschino "LOVE IS IN THE AIR" Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Cheap and Chic Moschino black wool dress. - Gold "LOVE IN THE AIR" and red velvet "IS" with golden wings embroidered at the back. - Size 42 IT, 38FR. - 50% Woo...
1990’s Vintage MOSCHINO Italian Money print Bank Note Jeans - Pants W 26"
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Rare 1990’s Vintage Franco Moschino Italian Lira Money print Bank Note Jeans Features; Classic 4 pocket design, Belt loops & Button and Zip closure. Size; 26” Waist Measurements ar...
$1,650Sale Price|25% Off
Moschino 90's leather biker jacket w crystal & sequin detail 'Colletto' collar
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the 90's, this incredible & rare Moschino jacket is a clasic biker style made from perfectly broken in soft black leather in a slightly cropped length with structured s...
Moschino Bouclé jacket size 42
By Moschino
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Bouclé virgin wool Cream color Twopockets Three buttons Length from shoulder cm 52 (20.4 inches)
Moschino Sequin Embellished Blouse
By Moschino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Moschino blouse is the perfect summer staple. Crafted in a soft melon orange hue, this short sleeve blouse is adorned with a beautiful flower arrangement of sequins. The high cr...
Vintage MOSCHINO "Let's Twist Again!" Monochrome Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO "Let's Twist Again!" Monochrome Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 13.77 inches (35 cm) Bu...
Moschino Silk Wrap Dress
By Moschino
Located in London, GB
Moschino Silk Wrap Dress Fuchsia pink dress crafted from silk with self-tie wrap design. Featuring pleated short balloon sleeves, V-Neckline, snap and zip closure to the side. Rrp...
Vintage 1989 MOSCHINO COUTURE "Cruise Me Baby" Gold Piping Blue Blazer Jacket
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1989 MOSCHINO COUTURE "Cruise Me Baby" Gold Piping Blue Blazer Jacket Measurements taken laid flat: Shoulder: 16.14 inches (41 cms) Sleeves: 12.59 inches (32 cms) Bust: 17...
Vintage MOSCHINO Suede Novelty Padlock Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO Suede Novelty Padlock Jacket Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust and waist: Shoulder: 16.53 inches (42 cm) Sleeves: 24 inches (61 cm) Bust: 19.88 inche...
Moschino Pin-Tuck Gown With Built-in Shawl
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing Moschino fit and flare gown! Solid black fabric with intricate details throughout- ruched bodice with raffia buttons up the front. Pin-tuck ...
SS17 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Crowned Teddy Bear Fuchsia Silk Dress
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS17 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Crowned Teddy Bear Fuchsia Silk Dress Additional Information: Material: 99% Rayon 1% other fibers Color: Multi-Color/Fuchsia Pattern: Crow...
Moschino Mint Green Jersey Knit Button Up Shirt Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Mint green jersey knit shirt dress by Moschino. Button up front and matching sash. Details Unlined Front button closure Front pockets ...
1990s Moschino Vintage Women's See-Through Graffiti Shirt, Excellent
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino see through graffiti shirt
Moschino Couture 1990s Beaded Paint Swirl Tuxedo Jacket in Black and Yellow
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare vintage Moschino Couture black tux style blazer features a yellow, white and black brushstroke design in seed beads at back. Wool collar with satin lower lapels. Cloth covered buttons at front and cuffs. Great lining with Franco Moschino photo...
Moschino multicoloured shirt
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino vintage multicoloured shirt totally made in Italy in size m
Moschino Vintage Gray Beaded Crochet Lace Shift Dress, 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1960s-inspired gray beaded crochet shift dress and matching slip by Moschino. Top layer is sheer if worn without the slip. Details: Slip Liner Side Zip with Hook Closure (...
2000's MOSCHINO Black & off White repeat Logo print long sleeve pattern Shirt
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 2000's UK Garage Era 'MOSCHINO' repeat pattern Long sleeve Shirt, crafted from a printed cotton in Black & Off white shades. MADE IN ITALY. Features: button down front ...
$520Sale Price|59% Off
Moschino Couture Red and Orange Wool Cropped Ruffle Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Moschino Couture red and orange wool cropped ruffle jacket. This beautiful jacket is double layered on the front and the cuff. The colour is vivid and the ruffle makes ...
Vintage Moschino Italian Flag "Fake" Glass Bead Dress
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Moschino by Franco Moschino black and white "Fake" text mini dress with a white graphic arrow and glass necklace collar. The decorative necklace features the colors of the Italian flag...
$2,071Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Moschino Iconic Frame Shirt 1990s Unisex XL Made in Italy
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino Vintage Iconic Frame shirt in perfect conditions totally made in italy in size XL
Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Velour "Cheap & Chic" Scribble Print Pants
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage soft velour pants with a "Cheap & Chic" scribble print. Details: Unlined Side Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: I 42/ US 8/ GB 10/ F 38/ D...
Moschino Kid Red Flower Cape
By Moschino
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Moschino cape from the collection kid, can be worn on a xs/s person We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore Details: Color red with white/black flowers 2 armpits...
Moschino Y2K Cheap & Chic Alterations Themed Little Black Dress
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This quirky and sexy dress has all of the Cheap & Chic charm with subtle detailing. The on-the-go sewing kits that line the bottom hem are an adorable and fashionable addition to...
$312Sale Price|46% Off
Moschino Cheap and Chic Black Wool Red Heart Tank Top
By Moschino
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Moschino Cheap and Chic black wool tank top with red heart surrounded by mother of pearl buttons. - Made in Italy. - 100% Wool - Size 40 Italy.
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic Red ' Olive Oyl ' " Ciao " 1990s Blazer Jacket
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 90s MOSCHINO 'Cheap and Chic' lipstick red blazer! Features an embroidered silhouette of Olive Oyl (Popeye's wife) on the front, and the word "Ciao," on the back. Buttons up the...
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Trick or Chic Black/Gold Sequined Dress 40 IT
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Trick or Chic Black/Gold Sequined Dress 40 IT Additional Information: Material: Polyamide 96%, Spandex/Elastane...
1990s Moschino black eco leather gold tone hardware "Sales, sold out" vest
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino black eco leather gold tone hardware "Sales, sold out" vest totally made in italy in size 42
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Trick or Chic Black/Gold Sequined Dress 38 IT
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Trick or Chic Black/Gold Sequined Dress 38 IT Additional Information: Material: Polyamide 96%, Spandex/Elastane...
Parakeet 1990's Green Spell out MOSCHINO high waisted Mom Jeans - Pants
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Parakeet Coloured 1990's Green Spell out 'MOSCHINO' high waisted Jeans with lettering down the leg, classic 4 pocket design and zip button closure. MADE IN ITALY. Measurements are gi...
Moschino 1990s Vintage Black + Blue Denim Jeans Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
We instantly fell in love with this blue and black denim dress by Moschino! The dress buttons up the front with shiny gold "Moschino" buttons and features six front pockets. Long sle...
Moschino Cheap and Chic Measuring Tape Black and White Dress
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Black strapless Moschino Cheap and Chic dress with sweetheart neckline and measuring tape belt detail. A total throwback to some of Franco Moschino's first designs! Side zip. Fully l...
1990s Moschino "Lotteria italiana" denim pants size 44
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino "Lotteria italiana" denim pants size 44 Stamp that recalls Lotteria Italiana game Waist 68 cm
Moschino Dress with Letter Pattern
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous semi sheer black dress lined in orange with a letter pattern from Moschino. It is a sleeveless semi fitted A line dress with a scoop neckline. The dress is lined in ora...
$161Sale Price|20% Off
MOSCHINO Size 8 Black Cotton & Polyester Jacket
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
MOSCHINO double breasted jacket comes in a black cotton and polyester knit jersey featuring a notch lapel, flap pockets, pleated shoulder and button closure.Very Good Pre-Owned Condi...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Silver Chain Loop Belt Vintage Dress Size 6
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage 90s MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC black dress, with attached silver loop link belt! Intricate detail, with flattering drapes and gathers throughout. Attached belt can be ad...
1990's Vintage Moschino Blue Jeans Denim Print Pattern Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's fun 'Moschino' trompe l'oeil denim print patterned jacket. Constructed from a thick padded cotton with a fully lined interior. MADE IN ITALY ! Features: Breast pockets...
Shirt and swim short ensemble with compass print Moschino Mare Men
By Moschino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Shirt and swim short ensemble with compass print. Shirt composition: 100% rayon. Branded mother-of-shell buttons. One flat pocket on chest. Short fabric co...
Moschino Couture Black Mini Dress
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Moschino black mini dress. Slight a-line silhouette. Winged collar. Deep v neck. Lace up bodice. Bishop sleeves with button cuffs. Two large p...
1990s Moschino blue and white stripes cotton size 44 vest
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino blue and white stripes cotton size 44 vest totally made in italy
SS22 MOSCHINO COUTURE x Jeremy Scott Resort Collection Black Floral Surfboard
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*SUPER RARE & SOUGHT AFTER COLLECTOR'S PIECE ITEM* MOSCHINO COUTURE Black Surfboard with Floral Print SS22 Resort collection by Jeremy Scott 100...
MOSCHINO Vintage Embroidered Metrics "You Can't Judge a Girl By Her Suit" Blazer
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage embroidered metrics "You Can't Judge a Girl By Her Suit" black blazer. This vintage Moschino blazer encapsulates the brand’s ...
Moschino Couture Vintage 80s Dove Sei Palommella Bianca? Red Long Sleeve Blouse
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Moschino Couture vintage 1980s long sleeved red blouse reading "Dove sei Palommella Bianca?" in black cursive writing at front. (Translates to "Where Is My White Dove?" from a song c...
Moschino Embroidered Wool Coat with Fur Collar
By Moschino
Located in London, GB
Moschino Embroidered Wool Coat with Fur Collar
1990s Moschino wool jacket size 40
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Moschino wool jacket size 40 Beige wool jacket totally made in Italy
Fun MOSCHINO 1990's Woven Tapestry Pattern Cropped Denim Jacket - Navy
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fun MOSCHINO 1990's Woven Tapestry Patterned Cropped Denim Jacket in navy blue and white colour way. MADE IN ITALY. Features; Long sleeves, buttons down the front, breast and hip poc...
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC Coin Belted Red Pant Suit Ensemble
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC Coin Belted Red Pant Suit Ensemble Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: TOP: Shoulder: 15.5 inches Sleeves: 8.5 inches Bust: 17.5 inches Waist: 14.5 inches Length: 20.5 inches PANTS/ TROUSER: Waist: 13 inches Hips: 22 inches Rise: 13.5 inches (front), 16.5 inches (back) Top: - Red suit, 100% Rayon. - Notched lapel collar. - Short sleeves. - 2 front pockets with gold coin button details. - Gold coin button closures at the center front. - Gold coin belt...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 90s Does 60s Black Velvet Plastic Mod Mini Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible iconic 1990s does 1960s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic black velvet and clear and black vinyl mini shift dress! Features hundreds of clear and black plastic pailette sequins in h...
Archive Vintage Moschino Franco Pop Art Print Andy Warhol style Colourful Shirt
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Vintage 1990's Moschino shirt inspired by the works of Andy Warhol, crafted from linen in pastel coloured shades depicting the faces of Franco Moschino. MADE IN ITALY ! Featu...
Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Black + Brown Cut Out Shift Dress + Belt
By Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling two-tone black and brown shift dress with a cut out "ring" detail around the hem. Matching belt included! By Moschino. Details: Fully Lined Matching Belt Front Snap C...