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 Silk Crepe Bat Wing Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Emilio Pucci Print Bat Wing Blouse in heavy 3 ply silk crepe. All the amazing patterns are perfectly placed for effect. Blouse hits above hip and has ...
Emilio Pucci Fall 2017 Tangerine Sequin Asymmetrical Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emilio Pucci F/W 2017 vibrant and shimmering fully embellished blouse. The full length gown version of this piece was featured on the Fall/Winter 2017 runway. The essence of the Ital...
$920Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Emilio Pucci Multi Color Vibrant Mod Print Silk Mini Tunic Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1970s Emilio Pucci Silk Long Sleeve Mini Tunic Dress in Vibrant fuschia, purple , black and grey print. This Silk Tunic can be worn as Long Shirt or perfect for beach cover u...
$420Sale Price|20% Off
Pucci Vintage White, Purple, Pink Floral Print Jacket/Shirt - circa 1960s - S
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pucci Vintage White, Purple, Pink Floral Print Jacket/Shirt - circa 1960s - S. This jacket is in very good vintage condition with minor wear. There is a matching skirt in stock. It i...
Pucci Silk Twill Print Shirt
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
Oversized Pucci Silk Twill Print Shirt in super colored pop patterns suitable for men or women. 1990's Italy. Size 40 Pls contact x exact measurements.
$89Sale Price|64% Off
EMILIO PUCCI Black Embroidered Longsleeve Top Shirt 42
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EMILIO PUCCI embroidered longsleeve top Simply slips on Smooth, cool fabric Embellishment on sleeves Signature Pucci print trimmings Made in Italy Size 42 RRP 685$ plus taxes About...
EMILIO PUCCI c.1969 Multicolor Geometric Print Collared Button-Up Blouse Top
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Emilio Pucci Circa: 1969 Designer: Emilio Pucci Style: Button-Up Top Color(s): Shades of blue, pink, purple, green, gray, black, white Lined: No Marked Fabric C...
$299Sale Price|45% Off
NEW Emilio Pucci Signature Tropical Print Wrap Blouse Top 38
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
The vibrant botanical print, tropical hues and airy handle of this amazing Emilio Pucci wrap blouse combine to create the ideal vacation piece. The blouse is cut from a soft cotton...
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960-70’s 2pc Multicolor Rose Silk Velvet Blouse Pant Set
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960-70’s 2pc Multicolor Rose Silk Velvet Blouse Pant Set Circa: 1970’s - Top, 1960’s - Pant Label(s): Emilio Pucci / Exclusively ...
EMILIO PUCCI c.1950’s Pink Button Up Short Sleeve Blouse Top - Early Design
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
EMILIO PUCCI c.1950’s Pink Button Up Short Sleeve Blouse Top Circa: 1950’s Label(s): Emilio Capri S.R.L.; Made in Italy for Lord & Taylor Designer: Emi...
Vintage Emilio Pucci Multicolored Button Down Shirt Blouse, Size 8
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- Featuring blue, pink, purple, yellow, orange colors - 100% cotton - Floral motif pattern - Long sleeves - Collar - Front button closure - Fits XS/S
Emilio Pucci 1971 “Rosa“ Print Black Brown Blue Silk Blouse & Velvet Pants Set
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Munich, DE
This stunning 1971 silk chiffon blouse and cotton velvet palazzo trousers hostess ensemble features the “Rosa“ print, one of Emilio Pucci's fabulo...
EMILIO PUCCI c.1970 Pink Brown Silk Puff Sleeve Colorblock Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Emilio Pucci Circa: 1970s Designer: Emilio Pucci Style: Blouse Color(s): Shades of pink, brown, white, black Lined: No Marked Fabric Content: "100% silk" (prim...
$420Sale Price|20% Off
Pucci Vintage Teal Floral Print Jacket/Shirt - circa 1960s - S
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pucci Vintage Teal Floral Print Jacket/Shirt - circa 1960s - S. This jacket is in very good vintage condition with minor wear. It is a vintage size 10. Measurements: Bust- 34&qu...
$679Sale Price|60% Off
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Embroidered Kaftan Tunic Top Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Emilio Pucci's embroidered tunic top is perfect for chic summer parties. Crafted in Italy from luxurious materials, this design has an amazing fit, a front drawstring detail and embe...
EMILIO PUCCI light pink silk LEATHER COLLAR LACE-UP Blouse Shirt S
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Emilio Pucci lace-up blouse in light pink silk (100% please note the content tag is missing). Features a leather collar and buttoned sleeves. Unlined. Has a barely vis...
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's Brown Multicolor Op Art Signature Print Shirt Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's Brown Multicolor Op Art Signature Print Shirt Blouse Circa: c.1960’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci Style: Blouse Color(s): Shades of brown, black, grey, white, and ...
EMILIO PUCCI Size L Green Black Silk Graphic Sequined Cuffed Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
EMILIO PUCCI blouse in a green and black silk featuring a graphic print, metallic silver tone embroidered sequins, and pullover closure. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. ...
$699Sale Price|58% Off
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Embroidered Kaftan Tunic Top Blouse 46
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Emilio Pucci's embroidered tunic top is perfect for chic summer parties. Crafted in Italy from luxurious materials, this design has an amazing fit, a front drawstring detail and embe...
NEW Emilio Pucci Tie Dye Silk Star Print Top Shirt Sleeveless Blouse Tunic 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EMILIO PUCCI PASTEL SIGNATURE PRINT DRESS A timeless EMILIO PUCCI gown that will never go out of style! Stunning multicolored silk top designed by Peter Dundas for Emilio Pucci. Crafted from silk-chiffon, it's drenched in gorgeous shades of colors that bleed together in the most enchanting way, signed discreetly all over "Emilio". DETAILS: Stunning EMILIO PUCCI silk top...
Emilio Pucci Silk Crepe Shirt
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
Striking Vintage Emilio Pucci Silk Crepe Shirt from the 1960's. Vibrant graphics in tones of purple and brown. Full collar, covered silk buttons on p...
$199Sale Price|55% Off
NEW Emilio Pucci White Laser Cut Perforated Top Business Blouse with Bowtie 44
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A fantastic piece by Emilio Pucci Team it up with your favourite business suit or a jeans - perfect for any occasion Blouse made of finest cotton blend A versatile white blouse with ...
Emilio Pucci Vintage 1960/70's Silk Printed Sleeveless Tunic
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Emilio Pucci vintage silk sleeveless tunic from the 1960s/70s showcases the brand’s iconic, recognizable print, making it a standout statement piece. Its lightweight silk fabric...
$420Sale Price|20% Off
Pucci Vinatge Brown Geomtric Print Jacket/Shirt - circa 1960s - S
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pucci Vinatge Brown Geomtric Print Jacket/Shirt - circa 1960s - S. This piece is in very good vintage condition. There is a matching maxi skirt in inventory. Vintage size 10. Mea...
Vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley Navy and Gold Nautical Sequin Tee Shirt Top
By Escada, Margaretha Ley
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new vintage 1990s / 90s ESCADA, by MARGARETHA LEY navy blue and gold sequined nautical t-shirt blouse! Soft navy blue cotton, with a large gold s...
F/W 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Black Crepe Silk Chiffon Sheer Top IT42
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a sheer silk chiffon top designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's Fall/Winter 2001. Debuting on look 3 on the season's runway on Omahyra Mota, this piece features raw-edged silk d...
Bottega Veneta Multicolored Short Sleeves Blouse Top, Size 38
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The top features abstract patter print with asymmetric fit design.
Versace Gold Baroque & Leopard Print Silk Blouse With Equestrian Rider
By Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Gianni Versace Couture silk oversized scarf blouse featuring a flap collar, decorative black and gold Medusa buttons, a front placket with ...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse Shawl Collar Swarovski 38
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Shawl collar Finest light purple fabric Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Swarovski crystal buttons Made in I...
Valentino Boutique Silk Ruffle Neck Blouse 1980s
By Valentino Couture, Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk charmeuse blouse shirt by Valentino. It buttons on the side front with delicate black faceted glass buttons and is adorned with layers of beautiful gold flower dotted...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
$918Sale Price|20% Off
Hermes Navy Balles de Golf by C Vauzelles Silk Shirt
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes navy silk shirt "Balles de Golf" by Christiane Vauzelles featuring a navy ground and a golf ball print all over in contrasting ecru, a front button fastening, a straight hem,...
S/S 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Wrist Tie Cotton Button Up Blouse IT40
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci blouse from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, designed by Tom Ford, is cut in a fitted silhouette in black cotton with a stand collar and concealed snap at the front. The...
$765
Size: Medium / Large
1960s ESTEVEZ Sequin Pink Gold Brown Sequin Open Back Vintage 60s Trapeze Top
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful mid-late 1960s LUIS ESTEVEZ fully sequined trapeze shirt ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins in pink rose gold, gold, maroon, and brown in a chevron type design. Open...
Chanel 04P Cotton Top Lush Flowers Lots CC Signature Chain Detail 40 / 6
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Chanel 04P vintage floral CC top in white cotton. This beautifully detailed Chanel piece captures the house’s signature balance of femininity and refinement, com...
Vita Kin Top Lin Taille Standard SD Ecru beige Linen Embroided Blouse Size M L
By Vita Kin
Located in PARIS, FR
Top Vita Kin blouse in ecru linen embroidered with ethnic-inspired motifs (Ukraine) in ecru and beige threads. It features a wide round neckline edged with fringe and fastened with t...
2000s Emilio Pucci Cotton Printed Shirt
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Early 2000s Emilio Pucci very light weight cotton printed shirt. Purple, green and turquoise all over abstract print. In excellent condition, fitted through the waist, oversized whit...
Top multicolor Emilio Pucci
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Carnate, IT
Top multicolor Emilio Pucci Top corto, con fantasia multicolor, Scollo a V in 100% cotone Taglia XS Lunghezza spalle 36cm Profondità scollo 23cm Circonferenza maniche 46cm Lunghe...
Emilio Pucci 'Vivara' Print V-Neck Top
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
Emilio Pucci 'Vivara' Print V-Neck Top Multicoloured blouse crafted from satin viscose blend with multiple 'Emilio' signatures. Featuring all-over 'Vivara' print and a structured r...
Camicetta multicolor Emilio Pucci
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Carnate, IT
Camicetta multicolor Emilio Pucci Camicicetta lunga con fantasia multicolor Maniche a pipistrello 100% cotone morbida, leggera e semitrasparente In taglia M Lunghezza spalle 38c...
Emilio Pucci Silk Printed Top
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
Emilio Pucci Silk Printed Top White top designed with dark blue geometric and floral prints and 'Pucci' signature detail. Featuring a scoop neck and short sleeves with a keyhole bu...
Emilio Pucci Wrap Beaded Star Embellished Top
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
Emilio Pucci Wrap Beaded Star Embellished Top Black blouse designed with wrap, pleated drape detail to the front. Featuring beaded star embellishment to the shoulder, V-neck and lo...
2002 Pucci Wrap Over Cropped Silk Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
This Pucci cropped blouse is crafted from pure silk and is from the spring 2002 collection with identical prints featured on the runway. Showcasing the House's signature print design...
EMILIO PUCCI Size 6 Multi-Color Cotton Abstract Sleeveless Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
EMILIO PUCCI blouse comes in a multi-color abstract cotton featuring a sleeveless style, spread collar, and a button up closure. Made in Italy. Good Pre-Owned Condition. Light wear. ...
EMILIO PUCCI Size 8 Cream Multi-Color Cotton Embroidered Sleeveless Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
EMILIO PUCCI blouse comes in a cream cotton featuring embroidered detail, sleeveless, spread collar, abstract silk belt, and a hook & loop closure. Made in Italy. Good Pre-Owned Cond...
Unworn EMILIO PUCCI Black Embroidered Silk Blend Longsleeve Top Shirt 42
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful EMILIO PUCCI embroidered silk blend longsleeve top Simply slips on Dry Clean only Made in Italy Size 42 RRP 899$ plus taxes About Emilio Pucci: The name Emilio Pucci is s...
Emilio Pucci Abstract Print Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
Emilio Pucci Abstract Print Blouse Multicoloured blouse designed in the shades of pink and red. Detailed with black lace inserts along the three-quarter sleeves. Featuring scoop n...
Emilio Pucci Colorful Tunic Top
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New Hope, PA
The body of this silk tunic top from Emilio Pucci is a large scale colorful print set against a white background. The standing collar, left side concealed button closure and the hem...