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 Leather Writer's Chair and Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are very pleased to present this iconic American chair and ottoman. Emblematic of Ralph Lauren’s iconic and enduring style, this winged Writer's club chair is masterfully constru...
Leather
Ralph Lauren Style Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wonderful pair of Ralph Lauren style lounge chairs in tufted brown leather. Ottoman is included. These are extremely comfortable and handsome chairs. Perfect for a living room, off...
Leather
Pair of Ralph Lauren Style Leather Club Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sensational butterscotch leather club armchairs. In the style of Ralph Lauren or Jean Michel Frank. Excellent proportions. Chairs are extremely comfortable. Very heavy chairs. Us...
Leather
Double Wide Tufted Leather Chaise Lounge
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large double wide tufted chaise lounge in rich and beautifully aged brown leather. Very comfortable. High quality piece. Unknown manufacturer. Possibly Perigold. Leather has exce...
Leather
Christian Liaigre Barbuda Armchair in Brown Leather
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautifully aged Christian Liaigre Barbuda brown leather armchair. Elegant silhouette. This is not the same as the dining chair model. Please see dimensions. Wonderful for a livi...
Leather
Pair of Chesterfield Leather Slipper Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wonderful and unusual pair of leather slipper chairs in the Chesterfield style. These are relatively smaller in scale than a normal chesterfield club chairs. Crafted from premium...
Leather
Ralph Lauren Style Cigar Leather Wingback Writers Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Perfectly aged and weathered cigar leather wing back reclining writers chair made in the manner, style, and size of Ralph Lauren by Restoration Hardware. The iconic chair features a ...
Brass
1990s Rare Ralph Lauren Prototype Writer's Chair in Patinated Leather
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer this exceptional Ralph Lauren Writer's Chair prototype, circa early 1990s. This rare piece comes from the estate of the former Vice President of Operatio...
Metal
Leather Regency Chair
Located in Annville, PA
The Niagara Furniture Leather Regency Chair is upholstered using only genuine full gran leather and accented with brass nail trim. This Regency s...
Leather, Mahogany
Leather Office Guest Chair from Princess Diana's Family Estate Spencer House
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
This is delighted to offer this stunning burgundy leather mahogany chair from Spencer House which was built for the Spencer family between 1756-1766 for John, the first Earl Spencer, currently resides Charles Spencer the 9th Earl Spencer I have various pieces from the last Spencer house sale, which is still owned by Lady Diana Spencer’s family, the history of the items is that Lord Rothschild in the 1980s leased the property, at that time the house was restored, the pieces furnished the offices, meeting rooms and the newly restored State rooms. Included with each listing is a picture of the piece in situs This chair is part of a small suite, I have a pair of visitors chairs...
Leather, Hardwood
Elegant antique sheepskin leather desk chair with a heavy wooden frame
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This great sheepskin and wooden desk chair is a timeless addition and eye-catcher in any room. It has an antique wooden frame and has been reupholstered with sheepskin in the past. T...
Leather, Sheepskin, Wood
Ralph Lauren Leather Writer's Chair and Ottoman
Located in Houston, TX
Ralph Lauren Leather Writer's Chair and Ottoman. Classic design, nice patina. Beautiful saddle leather, oversized brass nail head trim atop bun feet. 3 buttons missing on ottoman, le...
Leather
