To suggest that Ralph Lauren has come a long way is an understatement. From his humble beginnings as a tie salesman working out of a drawer at New York’s Empire State Building, he grew one of the world’s largest and most successful fashion empires from scratch.
For decades, Ralph Lauren’s clothing brand has blended classic, preppy Americana East Coast-style with the look of upper-crust English aristocracy. This style is the hallmark of Ralph Lauren’s design and can be seen in all facets of his brand, from its vintage apparel, accessories and jewelry to furniture and décor.
The iconic fashion designer was born Ralph Rueben Lifshitz in New York City and grew up in the Bronx. When he and his brother were in their teens, they changed their surname from Lifshitz to Lauren after being teased about it at school. Later on, Lauren took business classes at night, worked at various menswear retailers and did a stint in the U.S. Army. While working at tie manufacturer Beau Brummel, he was inspired to create his own line of ties.
In 1967, Lauren launched “Polo,” ties handmade from high-quality fabrics featuring a wide design. They were a success. Lauren sold $500,000 worth to retail giants Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Paul Stuart in his first year.
Lauren expanded his designs into clothing, with his first menswear line of classic tweed suits in 1968 and, in 1971, his first line of womenswear featuring classic feminine tailoring. Lauren’s nostalgic fashion soon captured the eye of Hollywood. He created costumes for the 1974 adaptation of The Great Gatsby and was responsible for Diane Keaton’s distinctive feminine menswear look in 1977’s Annie Hall. Ralph Lauren’s designs have since garnered national and international acclaim and recognition — from Gwyneth Paltrow’s iconic pink 1999 Oscars dress to becoming the official outfitter of Team USA for the Olympics since 2008.
In 2018, Ralph Lauren celebrated his 50th anniversary with a star-studded fashion show and, in 2019, was awarded an honorary knighthood — the highest British honor — for services to fashion.
On 1stDibs, discover a wide range of vintage Ralph Lauren shirts, sweaters and other clothing.
RALPH LAUREN Collection Size 6 White Cotton See Through Blouse
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN 'Collection' blouse comes in a white see though cotton featuring self-tie cuff details, embroidered logo, patch pocket, and a button up closure. Made in Italy. Very Good...
Chloe Silk, Linen & Cotton Blend Lace & Pearl Detail Top
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
Chloe Silk, Linen & Cotton Blend Lace & Pearl Detail Top Ivory blouse crafted from silk, linen and cotton blend and detailed with white lace and mini pearl embellishment to the fron...
$350
Size: 36; comparable to size XS-S
Edwardian White Embroidered Batiste Filet Lace Tie Waist Blouse - XS - S, 1910s
Located in Tucson, AZ
As delicate as a spider web (and almost as sheer), this blouse is an alluring exercise in concealing and revealing: though every inch of skin is covered, its gossamer lightness allow...
Ralph Lauren BL White Collared Shirt w/ Paisley Embroidery - 4
By Ralph Lauren Black Label
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ralph Lauren BL White Collared Shirt w/ Paisley Embroidery - 4 This beautiful white long sleeve cotton shirt is in excellent condition. It butt...
Oscar de la Renta Champagne Silk Chiffon Blouse with Lace - 4
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta Champagne Silk Chiffon Blouse with Lace - 4. This gorgeous, classic blouse is in excellent condition. It features a drop shoulder neckline, heavier lace trim on the...
EMILIO PUCCI 100% silk ivory lace trim puff sleeves boho peasant blouse IT40 S
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
EMILIO PUCCI 100% silk ivory lace trim puff sleeves boho peasant blouse IT40 S Reference: VACN/A00145 Brand: Emilio Pucci Material: Silk Color: Cream, White Pattern: Lace Closure: Dr...
Ermanno Scervino cotton shirt with lace
By Ermanno Scervino
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Ermanno Scervino cotton shirt with lace size 38 Sleeve length from the neck: 71 cm / 27.95 inches Armpit Width: 45 cm / 17.72 inches Length: 65cm / 25.59 inches generally good condi...
Ermanno Scervino Linen Blouse
By Ermanno Scervino
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Ermanno Scervino Linen Blouse Material: Linen Color: Beige Designer: Ermanno Sercivino Length from shoulder: 67cm 26,38 inches Length from sleeve: 37cm 14,57 inches Size: 4 Or...
$144Sale Price|20% Off
OSCAR DE LA RENTA cream 100% silk floral lace Appliqué peasant blouse US2 S
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OSCAR DE LA RENTA cream 100% silk floral lace Appliqué peasant blouse US2 S Reference: GEGG/A00129 Brand: Oscar de la Renta Designer: Oscar De La Renta Material: Silk, Fabric Color: ...
1980s Oscar De La Renta Cream Victoriana Shirt with Lace Trim
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in London, GB
This late 1970s to early 1980s Oscar de la Renta Victoriana blouse is tailored from rich cream-hued muslin in a straight-cut silhouette. Detailed with machined, white filet lace; the...
Ralph Lauren , Pretty vintage shirt with lace trim
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
A pretty and very wearable vintage blouse by Ralph Lauren , main line. The shirt is in a peppermint green and pink stripe with lace collar and double button cuff. it has a front b...
Early Vintage Laura Ashley ( Made in Wales ) White Cotton Blouse
By Laura Ashley
Located in London, GB
A lovely early vintage blouse from Laura Ashley. One of her early productions, when they still manufactured in Wales. The blouse has wide cuffs and bib detail on the front, with lace...
Ralph Lauren Linen Top
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
A chic top for Spring /Summer by Lauren for Ralph Lauren.The top is a biscuit colour linen with elbow length sleaves and deocration around the neckline and hem. There is a 7 '' sli...
Vintage White Lace Blouse
Located in London, GB
A very pretty vintage white lace blouse. The blouse has cap sleaves and a button front opening with a scallop hem. Measurements Bust up to 37'', length 22''
Vintage Silk Blouse with Lace Detail
Located in London, GB
A very pretty vintage silk blouse with lace detail. The black blouse has pintuck and lace detail at the back, with two rows of lace at the cuff. The cuffs are two button , and there...
Vintage Gina Fratini White Blouse with Lace and Peplum Detail
By Gina Fratini
Located in London, GB
A very pretty vintage blouse by Gina Fratini. The blouse is in white cotton with lovely lace detail on the front and collar. It has a button front and cuffs, and pintuck detail on th...
