By the mid-1960s, the international fashion press, enamored of his dazzling scarves and slithery dresses in sensuous psychedelic silk jersey, had dubbed Florentine designer Emilio Pucci the Prince of Prints. Less well known is that, starting in the early 1950s, Pucci applied his colorful, abstract patterns to static angular mediums such as ceramics, floors and furniture, imbuing them with movement, not to mention glamour. He was the first fashion designer to enter the lifestyle market, founding the successful brand that exists today.
Born in 1914 to one of Italy’s oldest noble families, Emilio Pucci, Marchese Pucci di Barsento, was a member of the postwar international jet set, hopping from beach to mountain to city. His fashion career began unexpectedly in 1947, when he created a revolutionary stretch ski outfit that was photographed on the Swiss slopes for Harper’s Bazaar.
Eschewing a life of aristocratic glamour, the self-taught Pucci opened a boutique on Capri dedicated to simple resort clothing (think capri pants) that evoked the Mediterranean’s undulating waves and refreshingly bright colors. At the time, luxury fashion was as constricted as a Dior cocktail dress, but the Swinging Sixties were on the horizon. Signed with what Vogue International editor Suzy Menkes calls a “handwritten ‘Emilio’ flourish” — a concept, she points out, as novel as that of designer ready-to-wear — his designs were soon seen on celebrities like Jackie Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe.
From the airline uniforms he created for Braniff in the 1960s to the emblem he crafted for the Apollo XV space mission in 1971, Pucci’s designs were visionary. In spite of his traditional roots (or because of them), the Prince of Prints was forward thinking and outward looking. Pucci put his signature flourish on patterns that were flexible — first for fashion, then for furnishings and objects. Whether on fabric or foam, shelves or sails, as he first explained some 70 years ago, the ornamental designs work in “continuous motion.” Venturing into nontraditional design partnerships, he laid the groundwork for a future brand, a classic legacy that his daughter Laudomia Pucci continues today.
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EMILIO PUCCI printed leather belt with bordeaux buckle - size 85
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Rubiera, RE
Emilio Pucci Printed Leather Belt with Bordeaux Buckle - Size 85 Belt in genuine leather, featuring the fashion house's iconic and vibrant signature multicolored geometric-abstract ...
Emilio Pucci Black Suede Strap Belt Made in Italy c 1970s
By Emilio Pucci
Located in University City, MO
Emilio Pucci Black suede strap belt Made in Italy c 1970s The designer Italian belt is adorned with a sleek chrome and gilt metal circular buckle...
Vintage 1960s EMILIO PUCCI Silk Logo Tassel Belt
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1960s EMILIO PUCCI Silk Logo Tassel Belt Measurements: Tassel Length: 3.14 inches (8 cm) Wearable Length: 72.04 inches (183 cm) Features: - 100% ...
Emilio Pucci Logo Buckle Leather Belt
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
Emilio Pucci Logo Buckle Leather Belt Black leather belt with oversized gold buckle embellished with two gold stud details to each side and 'Pucci' engravement to the corner. Feat...
Whiting and Davis 1980s Gold Metal Chainmail Vintage Metallic 80s Belt
By Whiting & Davis
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 80s vintage WHITING & DAVIS gold chain mail metal belt ! Features signature chainmail in a bright metallic gold. Large gold buckle. Really makes any outfit complete. Great...
MCM Black Visetos Monogram Belt With Gold-Plated Logo Laurel Buckle Size S
By MCM
Located in Munich, DE
This 1980s MCM waist belt dates from that period when the company still belonged to its founder Michael Cromer. The black design is crafted from the bra...
S/S 1988 Gianni Versace Ad Oversized Rhinestone Black Ribbed Satin Black Leather
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black wide Gianni Versace belt, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1988 collection, this beautiful cloth belt features a ribbed fabric at the st...
HERMES c.1980's Burgundy Lizard Skin Leather Equestrian Ring Belt Gold Hardware
By ERIC BERGERE, Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
Hermes c.1980's Burgundy Lizard Skin Leather Equestrian Ring Belt Gold Hardware Brand / Manufacturer: Hermes Designer: Eric Bergere Circa: 1980's Sty...
1990s Gianni Versace Double Chain Black Medusa Greek Key Gold Belt
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful gold-tone Gianni Versace chain link belt designed by Gianni Versace. From the 1990s, this incredible belt features a Greek key link broken up black Versace Medusa...
$225
Size: none; will fit size XS - L
Wide Adjustable Brown Leather Statement Belt w Rococo Gold Buckle – XS-L, 1980s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Guaranteed to be the focal point of any outfit, this belt is a hybrid of a traditional wide belt and a waist cincher thanks to its oversized scrolling gold buckle. Featuring two gold...
Chic 1960s Dame New York Leopard Print Faux Fur Vintage 60s Mod Retro Belt
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic mid 60s DAME NEW YORK leopard / cheetah print faux fur belt! Features soft faux fur with the classic animal print throughout. Gold loop buckle belt allows this to be worn by a v...
Chanel Vintage Black Satin Bow with Gold Buckle, Chain and Medalion Belt
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage Black Satin Bow with Gold Buckle, Chain and Medalion Belt. This vintage Chanel belt is a luxury addition to any closet. The item features a black satin bow and a large...
Fabulous 1980s Fully Beaded Butterfly Colorful Black Vintage 80s Belt
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous 1980s fully beaded 'butterfly' belt! Features thousands of hand-sewn seed beads, with a butterfly motif in the front center. Vibrant colors of red, pink, blue, green and gol...
RALPH LAUREN midnight blue LIZARD SKINNY Belt S
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Ralph Lauren skinny belt is crafted from exquisite midnight blue lizard leather, offering a sleek and sophisticated accessory for refined styling. Exceptionally v...
Vintage Bottega Veneta Black Intrecciato Leather Fringe Belt
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A striking vintage accessory from Bottega Veneta’s early leather ateliers, this belt showcases the house’s iconic intrecciato craftsmanship in a bold, dramatic form. The wide woven l...
$495
Size: Small - Small Medium
Chic 1990s Anne Klein for Calderon Black and Gold Vintage 90s Classic Wide Belt
By Anne Klein
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new chic 1990s ANNE KLEIN for CALDERON black and gold wide leather belt! Features an oversized matte gold braided buckle and loop. Can easily be dressed up or down. Great with ...
EMILIO PUCCI gold crest logo buckle black fabric stretch skinny belt IT38 XS
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
EMILIO PUCCI gold crest logo buckle black fabric stretch skinny belt IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A01191 Brand: Emilio Pucci Material: Leather, Metal Color: Black, Gold Pattern: Solid Clo...
Pucci 1980s Silver Tone Charm Chain Belt
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a bold statement with the , a true testament to the era's avant-garde fashion. This incredible belt features a double silver-tone chain adorned with a variety of mirror-effect g...
Emilio Pucci Braided Multi Color Belt with Gold Metal Badge
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
Emilio Pucci braided multicolor belt, gold tone metalware, front adjustable chain closure with hook, 100% Cotton, signature engraved on metalware and pedant, Made in Italy This belt ...
1970s EMILIO PUCCI Floral Print Pink & Taupe Clutch or Shoulder Bag & Belt Set
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Munich, DE
This is a wonderful and rare Emilio Pucci set of a clutch bag and a matching tassel belt from the 1970s. Both pieces are two-in-one: the bag has attached a golden skinny chain...
Emilio Pucci 1980s Medallion and Chain Belt
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
A 1980s triple strand wide chain belt with five medallions by iconic fashion house Emilio Pucci. Each of the three strands and the buckle are double thick links in shiny gold tone. T...
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's COPPOLA E TOPPO Signature Print Tassel Belt / Necklace
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's COPPOLA E TOPPO Signature Print Tassel Belt / Necklace Circa: c.1960’s Label(s): None Designer: Emilio Pucci & Coppola e Toppo Style: Rope belt /...
Emilio Pucci vintage gold tone belt NWOT
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Capri, IT
Emilio Pucci vintage gold tone belt NWOT still in its own original box
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's COPPOLA E TOPPO Multicolor Signature Print Belt / Necklace
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Emilio Pucci c.1960's multi-color signature print rope belt / lariat necklace designed by Coppola e Toppo. Thin silk jersey abstract signature print in shades of blue, white,...
EMILIO PUCCI Italian Beige SNAKESKIN WIDE BELT Double Buckle SIZE 75/30
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Rome, Rome
Brand: EMILIO PUCCI - Made in Italy Logos / Tags: 'EMILIO PUCCI - Made in Italy - genuine leather' engraved on the reverse of the belt Condition (please read our condition cha...
1970sEmilio Pucci Black Leather Belt
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Port Hope, ON
In great condition for its age, this black leather belt measures 34", although it is marked 38, and all parts intact, except for a slight fading of the goldtone on the buckle. The...
Pucci Gold-Tone Metal Chain Belt with Monogram Medalions - Signe
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic Emilio Pucci 1960s gold-tone chain belt with unusual clip closure clasp and monogrammed medallions. Can also be worn as a necklace! So great for a summer shift!