Saved Search: Gianfranco Ferrè
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I’d like to introduce you to my latest Saved Search for the resale sites: Italian designer Gianfranco Ferrè. Ferrè served as Dior’s Stylistic Director in the late 80s, early 90s and was nicknamed “the architect of fashion” in his heyday, so it’s safe to say I’m obsessed. You will be too, especially if you’ve found yourself intrigued by the recent Y2K revival, yet unable to fully commit to full-on oughts gaudiness. Ferrè’s creations evoke the ‘00s, but skew more timeless by nailing the details and, often, the material.
My Gianfranco Ferrè deep dive was originally spawned by one bag that got away: a woven and textured shoulder bag in a goes-with-everything shade of ecru sold by one of my favorite online vintage retailers right now, Maj Kiosk.
Since its discovery (in accordance with confirmation bias), I have come across designs and brands by Gianfranco Ferrè everywhere, most notably from hot vintage resellers like Shop 86, O. Laroche, and The Zoo. Trust that I’ve also been trolling the secondhand sites for finds and I’m here to share the bounty:
Bags
90s navy blue messenger/briefcase with white contrast trim
GFF does Prada in this red leather baguette.
This camel handbag has some wear, but we cherish lived-in styles in this house.
Gathered, looped and distressed leather bag for my Serena VDWs
Unhinged of me to share this $50 steal, a black leather baguette embellished with shell-like beads.
Here it is in red, at a vastly different price point (arched eyebrow).
Brown quilted and fleece-lined nylon messenger from Ferrè’s younger, more sporty line
Sleek, cream shoulder bag for $45
Brown crocodile satchel to add earthiness and edginess to any look
Structured red leather envelope shoulder bag
Brown canvas handbag with white trim and subtle logo print for only $28 (!!!)
Cutest red nylon satchel with cargo details
With the Y2K resurgence, the bowling bag silhouette is due to return. Here’s one with details like distressed, printed suede that’ll last beyond this trend cycle.
Red handbag with tassel details and embossing
Highest price point on the list, but the details of this bag are so unique and the silhouette feels at once very now and timeless
Not quite a MNZ Julian bag dupe, but arguably a predecessor
80s subtly perforated suede and crocodile leather shoulder bag
Attire
Dresses
LBD with a v-neck wrap bust, size XS/S via The Zoo
Embellished black midi dress with sequins and beads, size S and only $30!
Ultra 90s pinstriped mini column dress, size S
Brilliant turquoise silk sheath dress with a jade green panel, size 30 US / 44 IT
Black leather and fringe mini dress, size 6 US / 42 IT
Tops
Black ribbed shirt with a dagger collar that’s giving a touch of Issey, size M
Sexy sheer mesh flower tank in black, size S
Acid green pleated and printed camisole with halter ties and hanging strands for a bohemian undone look, size 6 US / 42 IT.
This top serves a Dries van Noten graphic print in a Blumarine silhouette. Cop. Size L
Brown and tan checkered vest, size 12 US / 46 IT
Sweaters
80s sweater with a polo style contrast collar, size 4-6 US / 40-42 IT
Tan brown knit turtleneck with fringe hem details, size 8 US
Burgundy looped faux fur vest, no size info but worth an inquiry!
Sheer mohair ombré sweater, size US S/M
Bottoms
Stripe-dye grey maxi pencil skirt, size 10 US
White eyelet embroidered jeans, size 28 US
Low rise cream and khaki pencil skirt with cargo details, size 4 US / 40 IT
Newspaper print jeans, size 30 US
Here’s the mini skirt in this print, size 27 US / 40 IT
Wool pinstriped grey trousers, size US L / 44 IT
Suede, long brown skirt with white contrast stitching, size 2 US
Statement faded and printed light blue jeans, size 29 US
Jackets
Equestrian-style brown plaid wool jacket, size 6 US/40 IT
Delicious cognac leather jacket, size L
Don’t sleep on this lightweight taupe pinstriped suit for only $110 pre-shipping, size L/XL
I’m not a fan of the Gianfranco Ferrè prices I’m seeing on The Real Real, but this Y2K cropped biker jacket is too good not to share, size 6 US / 42 IT.
Soft shell tan ombré windbreaker, men’s M
80s dyed fur crop jacket, size 6 US / 42 IT
Black and grey faux shearling coat, size M
Accessories
This unbelievable wardrobe staple belt that would instantly add an MNZ essence to any outfit
23 x 23” square silk scarf in an elegant floral and sheer striped print to add elegance to a ‘fit or tie into a tube top to pair with cargo pants
Truly inspired and grateful for this primer on Gianfranco!!