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 Size 8.5 1990s 90s 2000s Leopard Print Calf Hair Heeled Sandals
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into timeless sophistication with these Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Size 8.5 sandal heels, crafted in Italy from luxurious leopard print calf hair. Designed with a mini...
Ralph Lauren Sandal size 37
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Leather Brown color Ankle lacing with double strap Heel high cm 12 (472 inches) Plateau high cm 15 (059 inches) Presence of few spots on heels and on the front see pictures
Ralph Lauren Buckskin décolleté size 39 1/2
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Buckskin Black color Heel height cm 11 (4.33 inches) Size 9b
$625
Size: 39; compare to US 8.5 - 9
Gianvito Rossi Black Suede Décolleté Peep Toe Stiletto Bootie – It 39, 2012
By Gianvito Rossi
Located in Tucson, AZ
Seen on Kate Moss, Kate Hudson, Katie Holmes and countless other fashion illuminati, these eye-catching stilettos are the stuff of legend. Said to combine...
New Gucci Runway Suede Brocade Buckle Heels Pumps Sz 38
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brocade Heels Brand New * Stunning in Size: 38 * Black Suede & Silver Brocade * Patent Leather Toe * Gunmetal Buckle Hardware * Quilted Soft Le...
Chanel Black Gold CC Heart Lambskin Heel Loafers 40
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
CHANEL lambskin loafers in size 40. Crafted from soft black quilted lambskin with a gold-tone CC heart accent and a comfortable 2-inch heel. Size: 40 Condition: Gently worn condition...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Swarovski Runway Heels Pumps Sz 7
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Heels Brand New * Stunning in Black Satin * Size: 7 * Swarovski Crystal Bamboo Zipper Charm * Pointed Toe * Zips up the B...
Hermès New Chain D Ancre 38 Sandals
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès brand new sought after sandals . Super comfortable with arch support. Purple, orange and fuchsia leather combination. European size 38. Come with 2 dust covers and original box.
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL S/S 2005 Heels Pumps Sz 38.5
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent Debut Collection Spring Summer 2005 This is the Style Worn in the Stefano Pilati YSL Banned Ad * Detachable Feather Embellishment * S...
New Tom Ford for Gucci Dragon Ad Runway Heels Pumps Sz 37
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Tom Ford Heels Brand New & Rare * Size: 37 * Crystal Dragon at Toe * Beige GG Canvas * Purple Leather * Adjustable Chain Ankle Strap * 4" Heel * With Box & Dust...
Chanel F/W 1995 CC Logo Canvas Basketball Sneakers
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the F/W 1995 collection, these rare & classic Chanel sneakers are made of black canvas with white rubber soles and toes and feature a black on white CC logo on the side of ...
Black stretch leather high boots open toe with metal ring
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black stretch leather high boots open toe with metal ring. Zip closure on the inside side of the legs. Boots height : 80cm Plateforme height: 2,5cm Heel height: 13cm SIZE 36 1/2 Ther...
New Rare Yves Saint Laurent New YSL Eva Lips Heels Sz 38.5
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Size: 38.5 * Stunning Olive & Cream Lips! * Leather Insole * Adjustable Ankle Strap * Gold Hardware * 4.5" Heel * .5" Lip * Comes with YSL Box...
New Gucci Python Snakeskin S/S 2014 Runway Nicki Minaj Heels Booties Boots Sz 38
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Stunning Gucci Python Booties S/S 2014 Runway & Ad Size: 38 A Burnt Red-Orange Python Heel 4.5" Front Platform 1" Nylon Straps Zips Up the Interior Side Python & Le...
2000s Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Black and clear platform sandals
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s CHANEL clear and black platform sandals Size: 39
RALPH LAUREN Size 8 Metallic Gold Leather Silvana High Top Sneakers
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN "Silvana" high top sneakers come in ultra metallic gold leather with cream laces and a beige rubber sole. Made in Spainches Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 41...
Ralph Lauren Velvet sandal size 39
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Velvet Black color Woven fabric Heel height cm 10 (3.93 inches)
Ralph Lauren Strap shoe size 39
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Ralph Lauren Collection Brown color Heel height cm 12 (4.7 inches)
Ralph Lauren Leather Loafers in Brown
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Carnate, IT
Ralph Lauren Leather Loafers in Brown Ralph Lauren loafers. In pony skin with leopard pattern. Slightly weathered gold hardware. Number 9 and a hal...
RALPH LAUREN Collection Size 9 Black Quilted Suede Slip On Riding Boots
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN Collection boots comes in a black quilted suede with a leather trim featuring a riding style, slip on, and a wooden sole. Minor wear. Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: ...
RALPH LAUREN Size 9 Black Leather & Rope Gladiator Sandals
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN sandals comes in a black leather with a front rope detail featuring a gladiator style and a buckle strap closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: ...
Ralph Lauren Men's Brown Suede Ski Hook Hiking Boots
By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ralph Lauren Purple Label hiking style boots come in rich chocolate brown suede with a round toe, ski hook lace up front, stud details, and stacked wooden heeled commando sole. Made ...
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION Size 7.5 Black Leather Wingtip Platform Booties
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION platform booties come in smooth black leather and feature a rounded point toe, stacked heel and platform, and perforated wingtip details throughout. Made in I...
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION Size 8.5 Navy Leather Peep Toe Flower D'orsay Pumps
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION D'orsay pumps come in navy blue leather and feature a peep toe, covered stiletto heel, and oversized flower adornment. Made in Italy. Good Pre-Owned Conditi...
1980's RALPH LAUREN brown crocodile heels - 9.5
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Classic brown crocodile heels from Ralph Lauren dating to the 1980's. Labeled a US size 9.5 however this best fit a modern US 9. Heel measures ap...
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION Size 7.5 Brown Suede Lace Up Heeled Ankle Boots
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION boots come in rich brown suede and feature a pointed toe, lace up front with hooks, thick ankle strap with double gold tone buckle hardware, and stacked high ...
Ralph Lauren Collection Black Leather Sandal 38, 5
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful pair of sandals by Ralph Lauren Ralph Lauren Collection Crossed leather Black color Back zip Heel height cm 8,5 (3.34 inches) Worldwide express shipping included in the pri...