Emanuel Ungaro (1933-2019) was a French fashion designer who founded the House of Emanuel Ungaro in 1965. He was known for his sensual and glamorous designs, which often featured bold colors, mixed prints, and flowing fabrics.

Ungaro was born on February 13, 1933 in Aix-en-Provence, France, to Italian immigrant parents. He began his career in fashion azt the age of 17, working as a tailor for his father and other local designers. After completing his apprenticeship, he moved to Paris in 1955 to study fashion design. After graduating from school, Ungaro worked for several other designers, including Cristóbal Balenciaga and Courrèges. In 1965, he launched his own label with the assistance of Swiss artist Sonja Knapp and Elena Bruna Fassio.

Ungaro's early collections were a hit with critics and consumers alike. He quickly became known for his sensual and glamorous designs, which were often worn by more...

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Ted Baker long black evening dress, with ruche bodice and…

Chic Evening and Summer Dresses

Ted Baker long black evening dress, with ruche bodice and strappy back, together with a black linen Ungaro dress fastening down front with buttons and finishing with a pleated skirt, sleeveless and a pale blue broderie anglaise maxi dress with bow details

Collection of men's ties, in various patterns including the…

Designer Men's Tie Collection with Leonard, Ungaro and Versace

Collection of men's ties, in various patterns including the designers Leonard, Emanuel Ungaro, Versace (8)

Two Designer Scarves, 'Carre en Soie' printed, one by Emilio…

Designer Scarves: Pucci and Ungaro Prints

Two Designer Scarves, 'Carre en Soie' printed, one by Emilio Pucci of blue, yellow, brown design, the second by Emanuel Ungaro of butterfly pattern

A scarf by Emanuel Ungaro, the sheer silk scarf with with…

Emanuel Ungaro Multi-Coloured Silk Scarf

A scarf by Emanuel Ungaro, the sheer silk scarf with with multi-coloured design, 124 cm square

A tie by Emanuel Ungaro

Ungaro's Tie

A tie by Emanuel Ungaro