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.
Orrefors Nobel Decanter
By Gunnar Cyren
Located in Wilkes Barre, PA
In 1991, Gunnar Cyrén designed the Nobel decanter for the 90th anniversary of the Nobel Prize. The decanter, which holds 40 oz, is made of crystal, and the glass stopper at the top is hand-painted with golden details. To this day, Nobel Prize-winners and royalty use the decanter from the Orrefors Nobel...
Crystal
$1,020Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 2.96 in D 2.96 in
Antique Port Decanter, English, Glass, Silver, Birmingham, Edwardian, Dated 1907
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative port decanter. An English, glass and sterling silver spirit bottle with Birmingham hallmarks, dating to the Edwardian period, 1907. Fascinating waisted form to this superb Edwardian decanter...
Sterling Silver
Antique Acid Etched Glass and Sterling Silver Mounted Locking Decanter
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique George V English acid etched glass and sterling silver mounted locking decanter; an addition to our antique lounge colle...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Crystal Whiskey decanter by Val Saint Lambert, signed
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Delft, NL
Crystal Whiskey decanter by Val Saint Lambert, signed An octagonal crystal clear whiskey decanter by Val Saint Lambert with stopper. On the bottom signed The measurement is 22,5 c...
Crystal
$3,424
H 9.45 in W 4.34 in D 2.76 in
20th Century English Solid Silver & Glass Spirit Decanter with Lock & Key c.1934
By Hukin & Heath
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Stylish early-20th century English Art Deco solid silver and glass large spirit decanter. Of large size with glass body and mounted with elegant octagonal cut stopper. Applied with a...
Sterling Silver
English 1810 George III Cut Glass Ships Decanter
Located in Stamford, CT
English 1810 George III cut glass ships decanter. All-over faceted cut glass pattern. No makers mark or signature. Purchased at Taylor B. Williams antiques...
Cut Glass
$3,698
H 11.82 in W 4.73 in D 2.76 in
20th Century English Solid Silver & Glass Spirit Decanter with Lock & Key c.1928
By Hukin & Heath
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Stylish early-20th century English Art Deco solid silver and glass large spirit decanter. Of particularly large size with glass body and mounted with elegant octagonal cut stopper. A...
Sterling Silver
French 19th Century Large Calvados Decanter with Ball Finial
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A charming 19th century handmade, blown glass decanter from Basse in lower Normandy where Calvados apples are made into brandy. The stopper is a solid orb of glass fitting the slim n...
Glass
French Victorian Style Baccarat Whiskey Decanter with Stopper
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian Style Square Baccarat crystal whiskey decanter with stopper having a criss-cross cut design with a ball stoppper
Glass
Handblown Krosno Glass Decanter with Stopper, Mid-20th Century
By Rosenthal, Krosno
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant handblown glass decanter featuring a sculptural, tapered silhouette and substantial weighted base. The clear glass body is beautifully proportioned, showcasing exceptional cl...
Crystal
Pair of Etched Crystal Baccarat Decanters
By Baccarat
Located in Stockton, NJ
A beautiful matched pair of crystal Baccarat decanters. Etched with vine and leaf motif and complete with stoppers.
Crystal
George III Mahogany and Satinwood Tantalus, 1790
Located in Stockton, NJ
A George III mahogany and satinwood marquetry inlaid tantalus, circa 1790. The rectangular traveling chest with conch shell inlaid satinwood hinged top opening to an interior fitted with four original gilt-painted mould-blown transparent glass decanters and two flint glass cordial glasses...
Crystal
Chinese Export Lamp
Located in Stockton, NJ
A blue and white motif Chinese export vase, now as lamp. Interesting raised dragon detail. Distress painted base. Two sockets. Shade for display purposes only. Vase measures 19"H.
Porcelain
Large Pair of Antique Mercury Glass Hurricanes
Located in Stockton, NJ
Large pair of antique mercury glass hurricanes or vases. Rare size, hand etched design and great patina. One is slightly larger because of the ...
Mercury Glass
Pair of Midcentury Ceramic Table Lamps
Located in Stockton, NJ
A pair of tall midcentury table lamps. Consisting of two gourd shaped spheres, one crackled and the other smooth. Shown with original tall ...
Ceramic
Vintage Giltwood Urn Table Lamp
Located in Stockton, NJ
A vintage urn form table lamp in giltwood. Shade for display purposes only.
Giltwood
