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.
$2,800
H 18 in W 20 in D 20 in
Ralph Lauren 'Florence' Ottoman in Buckthorn Paisley Fabric with Nailhead Trim
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A richly detailed and beautifully tailored storage ottoman by Ralph Lauren, upholstered in the iconic Buckthorn Paisley fabric. The piece features a vibrant crimson ground adorned wi...
Velvet, Wood
Sherrill Damask Jacquard Tapestry Cotton Rolling Ottoman
By Sherrill Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...
Damask
Large Country House Storage Ottoman by Hallett & Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A19th century country house storage ottoman by Hallett & Sons of Weymouth The needlework top and draped red velvet sides with tasselled trim make up a removable top covering that c...
Velvet
Babylone Ottoman Pouf in Cashmere by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
The 3-tiered Babylone pouf is made with an oak structure, high-density foam, and upholstered in velvet (LG.FB-35) with a base made of brushed brass. Made in France.
Brass
$1,321
H 16.93 in W 16.34 in D 16.54 in
Exquisite Silk Upholstered Victorian Style Ottoman Stool Footstool with Storage
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely ottoman footstool with oak frame and silk embroidered upholstery This is without question the most iconic, fine furniture, high Victorian stool design ever made. It just screams country house sophistication. The frame is oak, the upholstery is silk embroidered and very sophisticated indeed This is an ottoman stool as you can see so has internal storage, there are some light marks here and there from age and use, in truth I can only see one but its nothing you wouldn't expect from a used stool...
Silk, Oak
Karl Springer Souffle Ottoman or Pouf Double Size
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Custom created for a home filled with Karl Springer is this rare double length "souffle" ottoman pouf. A unique piece for it's size. Original fabric is in great condition but would a...
Brass
A late Victorian mahogany leathered box stool or Ottoman
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Victorian mahogany leathered box stool or Ottoman, of rectangular form, re-upholstered overall in distressed burgundy leather, the hinged lid deep-buttoned to form a seat, the...
Leather, Mahogany
$2,195
H 19.5 in W 36 in D 36 in
Traditional Large Octagon Ottoman with Floral Tapestry Button Tufted Cushion Top
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Traditional large sized ottoman composed of an octagon frame with straight cylindrical wood legs upholstered in a floral tapestry fabric bearing a button tufted cus...
Tapestry, Wood
$540Sale Price|20% Off
H 20 in W 16 in D 16 in
Vintage 1960's Patriot Textile Vinyl Rolling Ottoman with Storage Compartment
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Vintage Ottoman with Vinyl Patriot Textile. Opens to reveal storage compartment.
Wood
$5,918
H 14.97 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Susan Osbourne Ottoman in Pierre Frey Fabric, Available in Bespoke Dimensions
Located in London, GB
The Susan Osbourne ottoman is constructed with hand-tied coil springs and traditional upholstery, incorporating rubberised hair and latex over a solid beechwood frame, raised on turned tapering legs in the French manner. Upholstered in a heavily woven Pierre Frey jacquard...
Fabric, Upholstery, Natural Fiber, Beech
Ralph Lauren 'Florence' Storage Ottoman in Damask Blue Linen
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A classic Ralph Lauren Home 'Florence' storage ottoman upholstered in a rich damask blue Italian Linen tailored with generous proportions and crisp upholstery. The waisted, sculpted ...
Brass
Ralph Lauren 'Florence' Storage Ottoman in Striped Blue Upholstery
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A classic Ralph Lauren Home 'Florence' storage ottoman upholstered in an indigo blue and white striped textile, tailored with generous proportions and crisp patterned upholstery. The...
Brass
Ralph Lauren English Brierly Leather Writer's Ottoman 4 Ft
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A beautifully crafted country English rectangular tufted leather "Brierly" writer's chair storage ottoman on casters designed by Ralph Lauren. The large late 20th century ottoman mea...
Brass
Lacquer Speckled Sewing Table Cupboard by Artist Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Folk art sewing table that has been repurposed as a cupboard and lacquer speckled by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022). The cupboard features a flip top over a wood case fronted by a large door. The inside has open storage area with small storage bins on the back of the door. The case has rounded front corners and is supported by tulip shaped feet with a black lacquer finish. Whimsical pumpkin or marigold speckled lacquer over a black ground with a gloss finish. Ira painted antique furniture...
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Victorian Needlepoint Square Footstools
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming pair of late 19th-century English Victorian footstools featuring fine needlepoint upholstery with a scrollwork motif. The stools have a square-shaped pine frame that is soli...
Pine
18th Century French Louis XVI Diminutive Mahogany Footstool
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming diminutive or petite footstool from the French Louis XVI period. The stool features a hand-carved mahogany frame with neoclassical motifs. T...
Brass
Erin Lane Estate is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, and its team of furniture restorers, art curators, professional appraisers and Asia specialists sources prime vintage and antique furniture from the finest estates in Northern and Southern California. Erin Lane Estate specializes in Hollywood Regency, McGuire, Chinese and Japanese pieces.
