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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SS23 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Pink Inflatable Crab Patent Leather Bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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AW22 MOSCHINO Couture Jeremy Scott Teddy Bear All Over Chains & Plaque Clutch
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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SS22 Moschino Couture Chocolate Dripping Wristlet Handbag by Jeremy Scott
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS22 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Chocolate Dripping Rectangle Wristlet Handbag Additional Information: Material: 100% VL Color: Brown, Beige, Black Size: Large Pattern: Abstract, ...
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SS23 Moschino Jeremy Scott, Heart, Animated Cartoon, Wristlet/Shoulder Bag
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS23 Moschino Jeremy Scott, Heart, Animated Cartoon, Wristlet/Shoulder Bag DESIGNER: Moschino CIRCA: 2010s STYLE: SS23 Moschino Jeremy Scott, Heart ORIGIN: Italy MATERIALS: Gold-...
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AW22 MOSCHINO Couture Jeremy Scott White Clock Sculpted Ancient Clutch Handbag
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ONLY ONE IS AVAILABLE! *Awesome Out Of Stock Item!* MOSCHINO COUTURE Clock Sculpted Ancient Clutch Handbag AW22 collection by Jeremy Scott MSRP $4,369.58+tax! SUPER CUTE! 10...
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AW21 Moschino Couture Scott, Pink Quilted Nappa Hat Shaped, Kisslock Purse
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott, Bible, Book shaped, Gilt W/O Guilt, Leather Bag
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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SS21 Moschino Couture Moschino Farms Cow Tater Wristlet Handbag by Jeremy Scott
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS21 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Moschino Farms Cow Tater Wristlet Handbag Additional Information: Material: 45% CO 43% JU 12% LI Color: Brown, Black, Beige, Red, Green Pattern: F...
Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott, Bible, Book shaped, Gilt W/O Guilt, Leather Bag
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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AW19 Moschino Couture Sims Leather Teddy Bear Pixel Pouch Clutch by Jeremy Scott
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
AW19 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Sims Leather Teddy Bear Pixel Pouch Clutch Additional Information: Material: 100% Leather Color: Multicolor Pat...
SS22 Moschino Couture to Go Slushy Cup Clutch Burger Logo by Jeremy Scott
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Moschino Vintage Black Suede Studded Clutch
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage black studded suede clutch featuring four iconic symbols (heart, question mark, exclamation mark, peace) and signature name. Gold toned chain. Zip closure. Emboss...
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AW22 MOSCHINO Couture Jeremy Scott Black Tuxedo Groom Bow Tie Heart Shaped Bag
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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MOSCHINO Couture! smooth red leather gold M top zip wristlet clutch bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
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SS22 MOSCHINO Wristlet Shoulder Clutch Bag Cat Face Heart Peach Beaded Sequins
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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SS22 MOSCHINO Tropical Tan Clutch Pink Padded Nappa Leather Sunscreen 30SPF
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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21st Century Never Used Black and White Clutch Bag by Emilio Pucci
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a striking black-and-white geometric-patterned bag by Emilio Pucci, exemplifying modern sophistication and artistic design. Crafted in the 21st century and in never-used cond...
Prada Nylon case size Unica
By Prada
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Nylon Black color Zip closure Cm 50 x 34 x 8 (196 x 133 x 31 inches)
Stuart Weitzman Black and Brown Stone Clutch and Bag
By Stuart Weitzman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Stuart Weitzman bag is made of black satin with dark brown stones all along the front. The bag can be used as a clutch or shoulder bag and com...
GUCCI by Tom Ford Pink GG Monogram Logo Satin Lizard Barbiecore Horsebit Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
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Dior New Floral Print White Clutch
By Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Judith Leiber Beige Lizard Skin Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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1940s Harry Rosenfeld Sage Velvet Envelope Clutch W/ Beaded & Embroidered Flap
By Harry Rosenfeld
Located in Gresham, OR
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Judith Leiber 1984 Bullfrog Miniaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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Located in West Hollywood, CA
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By Celine
Located in PARIS, FR
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Dolce & Gabbana Transparent Lucite Purse
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
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Chanel 2006 Spring Runway Vintage Mini Resin Pillbox Crossbody Clutch Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
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MOSCHINO COUTURE 2020 Runway Picasso Musical Note Score white leather clutch bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO COUTURE 2020 Runway Picasso Musical Note Score white leather clutch bag Reference: TGAS/D00503 Brand: Moschino Designer: Jeremy Scott Collection: SS2020- - Runway Material: Leather Color: White, Black Pattern: Abstract Closure: Zip Lining: Fabric Extra Details: Leather musical note painting...
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AW20 Moschino Couture Jeremy TEDDY BEAR TO GO TAKE AWAY CUP LEATHER CLUTCH
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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SS22 MOSCHINO Tropical Tan Clutch Pink Padded Nappa Leather Sunscreen 30SPF
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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H 9.5 in W 13.5 in D 0.75 in
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Fan Leather Clutch Bag W/Silky Tassel & Gold
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Fan Leather Clutch Bag W/Silky Tassel & Gold Additional Information: Material: Leather Color: Black/Red/Yellow Pattern: Fan Style: Clutch Size: Me...
MOSCHINO COUTURE white optical 2D flat shopping tote leather clutch bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO COUTURE white optical 2D flat shopping tote leather clutch bag Reference: TGAS/D00506 Brand: Moschino Designer: Jeremy Scott Material: Leather Color: White, Black Pattern: A...
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H 6.9 in W 3 in D 3 in
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Calfskin Clutch Budweiser Shaped Can Bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Calfskin Clutch Budweiser Shaped Can Bag Additional Information: Material: Leather, 100% Calfskin Color: White/Red/Yellow/Black Pattern: Budweiser...
MOSCHINO 2021 Runway Jeremy Scott pink blow dryer chain crossbody clutch bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO 2021 Runway Jeremy Scott pink blow dryer gold chain crossbody clutch bag- Reference: TGAS/E00040 Brand: Moschino Designer: Jeremy Scott Model: Hair Dryer Collection: AW 2021...
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H 9.5 in W 13.5 in D 0.75 in
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Fan Leather Clutch Bag W/Silky Tassel & Gold
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Los Angeles, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Fan Leather Clutch Bag W/Silky Tassel & Gold Additional Information: Material: Leather Color: Black/Red/Yellow Pattern: Fan Style: Clutch Size: Me...
MOSCHINO COUTURE 2020 Runway Picasso Hand Painting white leather XL clutch bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO COUTURE 2020 Runway Picasso Hand Painting white leather XL clutch bag Reference: TGAS/D00492 Brand: Moschino Designer: Jeremy Scott Collection: SS2020- - Runway Material: L...
MOSCHINO Couture! smooth red leather gold M top zip wristlet clutch bag
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO Couture! smooth red leather gold M top zip wristlet clutch bag Reference: KNCN/A00020 Brand: Moschino Designer: Jeremy Scott Collection: Spring Summer 2020 Material: Leather Color: Red, Gold Pattern: Solid Lining: Fabric Extra Details: Detachable wristlet loop strap. M logo...
MOSCHINO COUTURE 2020 Runway Picasso Musical Note Score white leather clutch bag
By Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO COUTURE 2020 Runway Picasso Musical Note Score white leather clutch bag Reference: TGAS/D00504 Brand: Moschino Designer: Jeremy Scott Collection: SS2020- - Runway Material: Leather Color: White, Black Pattern: Abstract Closure: Zip Lining: Fabric Extra Details: Leather musical note painting...
MOSCHINO COUTURE 2020 Runway Picasso Hand Painting white leather XL clutch bag
By Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MOSCHINO COUTURE 2020 Runway Picasso Hand Painting white leather XL clutch bag Reference: TGAS/D00494 Brand: Moschino Designer: Jeremy Scott Collection: SS2020- - Runway Material: Le...