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.
Chanel Navy Blue Double-Breasted Wool Jacket With Coco Mark Buttons circa 1980s
By Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Chanel navy blue double-breasted wool jacket from the circa 1980s exudes timeless elegance and sophisticated craftsmanship. Featuring signature Coco Mark buttons, it offers a cl...
Ralph Laurent Navy Blazer Jacket, Size 4
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- The jacket features cropped fit - Pockets on each side - Six front buttons closure with anchor/ nautical motif - Made in Italy - 65% cotton and 35% wool
YSL rive gauche double-breasted navy blue jacket year 1992
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Genova, IT
Yves Saint Laurent line Rive Gauche vintage navy blue jacket of the year 1992 ABOUT For a perfect women's boat outfit, vintage Yves Saint Laurent navy blue jacket from the spring-...
1980s Vintage CHANEL Wool Double-Breasted Jacket FR42 Navy
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL jacket is crafted of 100% wool in navy with silk lining featuring ten iconic gold-plated Coco coin buttons. Cropped style with double-breasted front and pleats at...
Donna Karan Satin Trimmed Silk Denim Jacket
By Donna Karan
Located in New Hope, PA
Donna Karan used a blend of silk and cotton to create a more elegant denim. This double breasted jacket is piped with navy blue satin and accented with gold toned buttons and zippers...
CARVEN Size 40 Navy Cotton Single Breasted Jacket
By Carven
Located in San Francisco, CA
CARVEN jacket in a navy cotton fabric featuring a single-breasted style, notch lapel, and double button closure. Made in Hungary.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 50 Measu...
Gucci by Tom Ford Navy Wool Double Breasted Jacket
By Gucci
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Gucci by Tom Ford navy wool double breasted jacket from Fall 1996 collection. - Epaulette Shoulders. - Eight front buttons closure. - Size 44. - 100% Wool.
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Navy Jacket Circa 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1990. France Jacket in navy-blue woolen cloth by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche from the 1990s. Obvious inspiration from the male wardrobe, whose fitted cut evokes the androgyn...
$787Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 42
RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL Size 42 Black Gold Wool/Cashmere Double Breasted Coat
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL coat comes in a black wool / cashmere with a full liner featuring gold stitching details, peak lapel, slit pockets, and a double breasted closure. Very Good...
Chanel circa 1987 1988 Veste Mariniere FR40 Navy Cropped Jacket UK12 US10 Rare
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel jacket circa 1987 or 1988 by Karl Lagerfeld, sailor style, oversized and cropped, in navy blue cotton canvas, with an elongated collar (without a closure) and contrasting ecru...
Indigo cotton single breasted jacket with belt GUY LAROCHE
By Guy Laroche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Indigo cotton single breasted jacket with belt . Acetate lining. Shoulder pad. Gold metal button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. SIZE 36/S
Double-breasted navy blue cotton jacket Chanel Boutique
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Double-breasted navy blue cotton jacket.Top-stitched edge (Collar, pockets, sleeves edge) . Branded buttons. Shoulder pads. Silk branded lining. SIZE 42
Dark navy blue single breasted cotton jacket with laces Lolita Bis
By Lolita Lempicka
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Dark navy blue single breasted cotton jacket with laces in the front and middle back. white top-stitched, branded buttons and shoulder-pads. SIZE 42 (Fr) but fit M
Navy blue cotton jacket LE JEAN de MARITHÉ ET FRANÇOIS GIRBAUD
By Marithe Francois Girbaud
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue cotton ( including 3% stretch) jacket . Elastic band on the front to attach the button. Pocket on both side. SIZE M
Navy wool single breasted jacket with four-leaf clover button CHANEL BOUTIQUE
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue wool single breasted jacket with four-leaf clover button. Silk branded lining. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. Pocket on both side. Chai...
Black cotton single breasted jacket JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER JEANS
By Gaultier Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cotton single breasted jack. Branded snap closure on the middle front , on the bottom of the sleeve and on the pockets flap. Studs. SIZE 38/M
