The Italian fashion house Missoni was founded in 1953 by Ottavio Missoni and his wife Rosita Gelmini. The company is known for its colourful and geometric knitwear, as well as its womenswear, menswear, childrenswear, home goods, and fragrances.

Ottavio Missoni was a track and field athlete who competed in the 1948 Summer Olympics. After retiring from sports, he opened a small knitwear workshop in Gallarate, Italy. Rosita Gelmini joined the business in 1953, and they began designing and producing their own knitwear.

The Missonis' first collection was presented in Milan in 1958. It was an instant success, and the company quickly became known for its vibrant colours and bold patterns. Missoni's knitwear was also notable for its innovative use of techniques such as jacquard knitting and patchwork.

In the 1960s, Missoni began to show its collections in Paris and New York, and its clothes were worn by celebrities such more...

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Missoni, vintage summer dress, size 10

Missoni Vintage Summer Dress Size 10 - Stunning Retro Fashion

Missoni, vintage summer dress, size 10

A pair of purple woollen Trousers by Missoni and a brown skirt…

Designer Trousers and Skirt Suit: Missoni and Valentino

A pair of purple woollen Trousers by Missoni and a brown skirt suit by Valentino, trousers size 42 skirt suit size 44

A vintage Missoni knit Multicoloured stripped skirt and jacket,…

Missoni Striped Knit Skirt & Jacket Set, M/L

A vintage Missoni knit Multicoloured stripped skirt and jacket, size medium to large

A Missoni Muti coloured striped dress, a vintage 1970's summer…

Missoni Multicolored Stripe Vintage Summer Dress - Size M

A Missoni Muti coloured striped dress, a vintage 1970's summer dress, with a deep neckline, wide waistband and raglan cut sleeves, size M

A coat by Missoni, styled in patterned wool blend, original…

Missoni Wool Blend Coat, Size 42, New with Tags

A coat by Missoni, styled in patterned wool blend, original tags attached, labelled size 42.

A set by Missoni, styled in beige, black and gold blend,…

Missoni Set: Beige, Black, Gold, Size 44/46, Tags Attached

A set by Missoni, styled in beige, black and gold blend, original tags attached, pants labelled size 44, top labelled size 46.

Missoni, oversized wool cardigan, knitted abstract design in…

Missoni Wool Cardigan with Shaggy Fringe and Abstract Design

Missoni, oversized wool cardigan, knitted abstract design in pink, green and taupe shades with shaggy pink fringing to trim, slip pockets to side, asymmetrical button down closure, fully lined, labelled 'Missoni, Made in Italy, size Italy 46

A silk handkerchief by Missoni, styled in black silk with…

Missoni Multicolour Silk Handkerchief

A silk handkerchief by Missoni, styled in black silk with multicolour pattern, 38 cm square

Missoni, two short Sleeved Tops, in signature bright…

Missoni Multicoloured Woven Tops, Size M (2)

Missoni, two short Sleeved Tops, in signature bright multicoloured woven pattern (2), size M

Missoni, long knitted cardigan, printed floral pattern with…

Missoni Floral Print Knit Cardigan

Missoni, long knitted cardigan, printed floral pattern with cuffed sleeves and two patch pockets, button down front closure, labelled 'Missoni, Made in Italy, size Italy 46

A Missoni sleeveless tunic with a black pink and green circular…

Missoni Sleeveless Tunic with Chiffon Bow

A Missoni sleeveless tunic with a black pink and green circular print large chiffon bow to left shoulde button and loop closure to back of neck, Italian; 2000; polyester viscos; medium size; excellent condition

Missoni, zig zag print blouse and skirt, skirt with elasticized…

Missoni Zig Zag Print Blouse and Skirt Set

Missoni, zig zag print blouse and skirt, skirt with elasticized waist, 100% rayon, retains label 'Missoni, Made in Italy' (2), blouse and skirt marked size 46. Provenance: The Estate of Mary Lipshut

Missoni, gold and pink Lurex knit dress, with matching cape,…

Missoni Lurex Dress Set with Cape, Beret, and Necklaces

Missoni, gold and pink Lurex knit dress, with matching cape, beret and two necklaces (5)