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Paco Rabanne

Spanish, 1934-2023

Visionary designer Paco Rabanne first made a name for himself in the 1960s when he introduced dresses, handbags and other clothing and accessories that went against the common sensibilities of the time and challenged the public's perception of what fashion should be. By working with unlikely materials such as paper and Rhodoid — a cellulose acetate plastic often used to line baking pans — Rabanne forced the fashion world to reconsider materials and form.

Rabanne was born Francisco Rabaneda y Cuervo in Spain’s Basque region. His mother was the head seamstress at Balenciaga when she relocated herself and her son to France in 1939 to escape the Spanish Civil War. Once in France, he took on the name Paco Rabanne.

Rabanne studied architecture at the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris but pivoted toward fashion and began to design accessories and costume jewelry. Rabanne collaborated with many acclaimed luxury houses — his early clients included Charles Jourdan, Givenchy, Pierre Cardin and Dior.

By 1966, Rabanne was working on avant-garde designs in his own newly-opened studio. He introduced a couture collection titled “Twelve Unwearable Dresses in Contemporary Materials.” The garments — made of aluminum, plastic and eco-friendly paper and fastened with wire — were unveiled at a show that featured music and models of color (both uncommon characteristics for such an event). Sculptural, sexy and solidly Space Age in appearance, Rabanne’s experiments turned heads. Pop star-actresses Brigitte Bardot and Françoise Hardy would soon be seen in the designer’s iconic metallic dresses, and Rabanne found enthusiasts in the likes of revolutionary couturier Elsa Schiaparelli and art collector Peggy Guggenheim. In 1968 Rabanne designed leather boots and erotically charged dresses made of molded plastic and chain-mail mesh for the science fiction film Barbarella.

Rabanne called Salvador Dalí a close friend and drew on the Surrealist movement in his designs. He continued to use unconventional materials in his work. From aluminum jersey and fur to ostrich feathers and Velcro, everything was suitable for his pioneering garments. And Rabanne’s talents are diverse — his prolific output even includes stylish furniture.

In 1999 Rabanne retired from the fashion business. In 2010 he was named Officer of the Legion d’Honneur by the French culture minister. Today, under the creative direction of French designer Julien Dossena, the Paco Rabanne brand continues to innovate and offer looks that nod to the past as well as the future.

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Designer: Paco Rabanne
Rabanne Black Celluloid Pastilles Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne -Black celluloid pastilles dress hold together with silvery metal rings. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition ...
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2010s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Turquoise Satin Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Paco Rabanne bandage dress in elasticized satin color turquoise. Size FR 38. Condition: Really good.
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Blue Denim Fall Pants, 2023
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Blue denim pants with silvery metallic effect. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. 2023 Fall-Winter Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Silvery Lurex Thread High-neck Top
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
RABANNE - Silvery lurex thread high-neck top with long sleeves. No size indicated, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width:...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Silvery Leather Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - (Made in Italy) Silvery leather bag with mirror effect, edged with silvery metallic pastilles. White leather inside. Additional information: Condition: Good condition...
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2010s Italian Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Black Vinyl Pants, 2021
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Black vinyl pants. Size 36FR. 2021 Summer Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 37 cm - Hips: 43 cm - Length: 116 cm P...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Geometric Print Chain Strap Top Size L
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to top is evident on this used Paco Rabanne designer resale item. Details Multicolour Polyester Tank top Geometri...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Set Composed of a Long Sleeveless Top and a Long Silvery Skirt
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne -Set composed of a long sleeveless top and a long silvery skirt. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Collection under the artistic direction of Julien Dossena. Addi...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Black Leather Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne -(Made in Armenia) Black leather bag with silvery metal. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 30 cm - Height: 18 cm - Depth: 15 cm...
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2010s American Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Silvery Metallic Mesh Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne -Silvery metallic mesh dress with long sleeves. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 40...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Black Leather Pastilles Bag, 2019
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - (Made in Italy) Black leather pastilles bag with golden metal elements. 2019 Spring-Summer Collection by Julien Dossena. Additional information: Condition: Very good ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Black Hooded Jacket
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Black hooded jacket with a silvery interior. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Rabanne Black Lurex Threads Jacket for men
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Black lurex threads jacket with a black white striped lining. No size indicated, it fits a 40FR Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Sho...
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Early 2000s Paco Rabanne

PACO RABANNE Long Sleeve Black Shirt Blouse Top Button Down Red Sz 40
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Hollywood, FL
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC PACO RABANNE VINTAGE BLACK BUTTON DOWN BLOUSE Design: - Black button down long sleeve blouse. - Flared at cuff with red lining accent. - Pointed collar. - Unlin...
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1990s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Pink Transparent PVC Rabanne Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Pink transparent PVC dress with golden metal rings. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good cond...
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2010s Unknown Paco Rabanne

PACO RABANNE pink purple lurex virgin wool graphic knit vest XS
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PACO RABANNE pink purple lurex virgin wool graphic knit vest XS Reference: AAWC/A00457 Brand: Paco Rabanne Material: Virgin Wool, Blend Color: Pink, Purple Pattern: Graphic Closure: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Organic Cotton Cropped Tassel Top
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
Paco Rabanne Organic Cotton Cropped Tassel Top Ivory cropped cotton top with v neck and ring hoop embellishment and beaded  fringe hem. Rrp £343 Size - 34FR Condition - Excellen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne

Leopard printed mesh and silk sleeveless top Paco Rabanne by Julien Dossena
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Leopard printed mesh and silk sleeveless top. Knotted in the back. Mesh: 100% aluminium and second fabric: 100% polyester. Small chain on the top of the middle back with brand. SIZE ...
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2010s Malagasy Paco Rabanne

Metallic mesh and lurex evening dress Paco Rabanne by Julien Dossena (NEW)
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Metallic mesh (100% aluminium) and lurex ( 80% rayon, 15% polyester, 5% elasthane) evening dress. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Split on the left side, lenght : 35cm. ...
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2010s Portuguese Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Calfskin Crossbody Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - (Made in Italy) Foal-like calfskin crossbody bag with an animal print, fur texturized with the iconic golden chain. Additional information: Condition: Very good condi...
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2010s Italian Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Golden Metal Chain Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - Golden metal chain dress with rhinestones. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 38 cm - L...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Mesh tank top with flower print Paco Rabanne by Julien Dossena (NEW with tag)
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Mesh tank top with flower print . NEW with tag SIZE 40 / M
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2010s Malagasy Paco Rabanne

ICONIC Paco Rabanne HAUTE COUTURE SS 1985/86 Museum Piece
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Berlin, BE
An Haute Couture Look OUT OF THIS WORLD. Extremely rare spectacular piece of fashion history, one of a kind treasure. Paco Rabanne's 1985/1986 Collection KIT epitomized his avant-ga...
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1980s French Paco Rabanne

PACO RABANNE Size L Black Wool Blend Ribbed Turtleneck Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Francisco, CA
PACO RABANNE dress in a black wool blend knit featuring a rib knit style, long cuffed sleeves with silver tone monogram buttons, and turtleneck. Made in Romania.Excellent Pre-Owned C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Black Leather Belt
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Leather belt with black metal. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Total length: 98 cm Seller Reference: ACC138
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne White Leather Belt
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - White leather belt with golden metal. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Total length: 98 cm Seller Reference: ACC74
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Blue Sunglasses
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Blue sunglasses by Paco Rabanne x Linda Parrow. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Width: 17 cm Seller Reference: ACC89
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Transparent Pastille Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco rabanne - Transparent pastille bag. Silvery metal elements. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 10 cm - Length: 16 cm - Depth: 2.5 cm - H...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Floral Print Maxi Halter Neck Dress Size L
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to the dress is evident on this used Paco Rabanne designer resale item. Details Multicolour- blue tone Polyester Dress Floral p...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Silvery and Transparent Pink Pastilles Bag, 2022
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco rabanne - Bag made of silvery and transparent pink pastilles. Silvery metal elements. 2022 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Black Velvet Faux Pearl Blazer Size XXL
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to Blazer is evident. Minimal wear to inner lining near the left armhole on this used Paco Rabanne designer resale item. Details Black Velve...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Paco Rabanne

PACO RABANNE Size L Black Wool Blend Ribbed Turtleneck Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Francisco, CA
PACO RABANNE dress in a black wool blend knit featuring a rib knit style, long cuffed sleeves with silver tone monogram buttons, and turtleneck. Made in Romania.Excellent Pre-Owned C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne

A paper Dress and adhesive tape by Anik Robelin for Paco Rabanne Paris - C. 1967
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1967 France Gadget paper dress created in Roanne by Anik Robelin for Paco Rabanne. Sleeveless long dress applied with brown, yellow and gold fringed adhesive tape. Press stud tabs on the shoulders. Initially a single-use dress...
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1960s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Paisley Print Ruched Jersey Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
Pretty and slinky Paco Rabanne paisley print ruched dress. Bought for £675 and worn once. Made from soft, stretchy paisley and floral printed viscose and elastane jersey, it has an a...
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2010s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne black asymmetric ruched jersey dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
Super slinky Paco Rabanne jersey ruched dress. Bought for £675 and new with tags. Made from soft, tretchy black viscose mix jersey, it has an asymm...
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2010s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Brown Suede Wrist Pouch
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Paco Rabanne Brown Suede Wrist Pouch is a chic and edgy accessory that seamlessly transitions from day to night. Crafted from warm brown suede, this pouch features a sleek and si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Black Logo Elastic Band Leggings Size XS
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to the leggings is evident on this used Paco Rabanne designer resale item. Details Black Viscose Leggings Logo de...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Paco Rabanne

Shiny pink pellets connected by metal rings evening bag Paco Rabanne
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Shiny pink pellets connected by metal rings evening bag. No material composition tag but probably acrylic. SIZE :16CM X 10CM X 4CM Lenght of the shoulder strap : 103 cm
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2010s Unknown Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne skirt
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - (Made in France) Skirt made of matallic-blue celluloid pastilles and black metal rings. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimens...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne scarf
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PACO RABANNE - Metallic mesh scarf with rhinestones. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 173 cm ACC184
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Early 2000s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Skirt in Pink and White Flower, 2020
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne -Short PVC skirt with pink and white flower shapes and silvery metal. 36FR indicated size. 2020 Spring-summer Collection. Additional informati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Skirt in Pink Metallic Mesh
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - (Made in France) Pink metallic mesh skirt ornamented with metal rings. 36FR size indicated. 2001 Summer collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne lurex jersey ruched dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
Super slinky Paco Rabanne lurex jersey ruched dress. Bought for £675 and new with tags. Made from glittery, stretchy black viscose mix, it has an a...
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2010s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Transparent Celluloid Pastilles Bag, 1969
By Paco Rabanne
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paco Rabanne - (Made in France) Transparent celluloid pastilles bag assembled with silvery metal rings. 1969 design. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimension...
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20th Century French Paco Rabanne

A Couture Leather skirt and top set by Paco Rabanne - Paris 1967
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1967 Paris Outfit in leather by Paco Rabanne, mini-skirt and open bolero with triangular ivory leather cut-outs held in place by metal rings. Skirt with flared panels appliqu...
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1960s French Paco Rabanne

1970s Paco Rabanne Blue Floral Lurex Sparkle Halter High Slit Maxi Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a dazzling blue floral Paco Rabanne halterneck gown from the 1970s. This luminous lurex gown boasts a metallic blue floral pattern throughout. Its floor-length design incl...
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1970s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Vintage Silver Chainmail Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Paco Rabanne Silver Chainmail Bag is in mint vintage condition. Very unique and edgy in bright metallic silver. Single chain strap. PBF 11162
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20th Century Paco Rabanne

A Paco Rabanne Couture Bolero in "Papier Fou" Called - France Circa 1981
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1981 France Iconic quilted Bolero with fins in "Papier Fou" by Paco Rabanne Haute Couture dating from the first edition of 1981. Thi...
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1980s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Mirrored Metal Hearts Silver and Gold Halter Top and Skirt Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing PACO RABBANE gold and silver heart shaped mirror cropped halter top and wrap skirt ensemble ! Hundreds of mirrored discs in the shape of hearts. Adjustable chains on the back...
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2010s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Mesh Tank Top
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Nice, FR
PACO RABANNE silver metal mesh tank top. Rectangular metal label reads PACO RABANNE. Indicative measurements taken laid flat : length approx 47 cm ...
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20th Century French Paco Rabanne

Chromed belt with perforated metal mesh by Paco Rabanne - France Circa 1970
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1965-1975 France  Original chromed metal belt by Paco Rabanne (attributed to). Square perforated links connected by hooks. No Paco Rabanne label, but typical of the designer's ...
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1960s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Vintage Black Chainmail Star Shaped Disc Mesh Vest Top
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Sheffield, GB
An instantly recognisable, Iconic Paco Rabanne Chain Mail Vest. Crafted in Madagascar from Black Star shaped Plastic discs with Silver colo...
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2010s Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Silver Foil Grid Mini Dress US Size 8
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Nice, FR
PACO RABANNE white mini dress with silver foil grid. Top surface is silver foil printed creating a metallic chain mail effect on a white knit spandex base. Slips on. Hook neck clos...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Abstract Velvet Sleeveless Dress Size XL
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to dress is evident on this used Paco Rabanne designer resale item. Details Multicolour Velvet Dress Abstract pattern Metallic...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Paco Rabanne

Original 1969 Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Pastilles Chainmail Mesh Mini Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible silver-tone metal mesh Paco Rabanne mini bag. Why buy the re-edition when you can have in the original? From 1969, this original Paco Rabanne Le 69 bag is ha...
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1960s Spanish Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne Vintage 1990’s Silver Mini Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
We are excited to present this iconic vintage Paco Rabanne 1990’s silver mini dress. As seen on Kate Moss. Features silver panelling allover, triangl...
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1990s Spanish Paco Rabanne

Metallic gold pleated jacket with zip closure in the middle front Paco Rabanne
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Metallic Gold pleated jacket with zip closure in the middle front. Fabric composition: 99% polyester, 1% elasthane. SIZE M
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2010s French Paco Rabanne

Couture 1960s PacoRabanne Paris MadeInFrance Handpainted SilkChiffon Pareo Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Chicago, IL
In the 1960s the futurist Paris-based revolutionary haute-couture designers included Andre Courreges, Pierre Cardin and Paco Rabanne, who was the last to died in the 21st Century in ...
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1960s French Paco Rabanne

Paco Rabanne fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Paco Rabanne fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of green, pink, red and other tones. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Jean-Louis Scherrer, Guy Laroche, and Pierre Balmain appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Paco Rabanne fashion from top boutiques around the world. Paco Rabanne fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $180 and tops out at $41,093, while the average work can sell for $1,172.
Questions About Paco Rabanne
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The fashion house Paco Rabanne is no longer called by its former name due to a shift in its approach to design. In 2023, the luxury fashion brand announced its intentions to drop Paco from the name and rebrand as Rabanne. The move coincided with the fashion house's 60th anniversary and reflected a move toward simpler, more minimal pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Paco Rabanne apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The story of what happened to Paco Rabanne centers on a name change. The French fashion house's founder, Paco Rabanne, passed away in 2023. A few months later, the label announced its intentions to drop Paco from its name and begin operating under Rabanne. The brand had previously gone on hiatus in 1999 following Paco Rabanne's retirement, only to be revived under the leadership of a new creative director, Manish Arora, in 2011. Julien Dossena took over the role in 2013 and continued to guide the fashion house through its name change and rebranding. Shop a collection of Paco Rabanne apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

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