It was no secret that Mugler’s designs embraced dramatic, over-the-top silhouettes, as celebrities yearned for a chance to wear some of his iconic and bold pieces.
After launching his own collection in 1973, Mugler was one of the first designers to open the doors of a fashion show to members of the public, with a mega-event at the Zenith concert venue in 1984. He pushed the boundaries of clothing construction by working with materials like latex, metal and feathers.
During his decades-long career, he worked with the likes of Diana Ross, David Bowie and George Michael. More recently, the designer’s pieces, particularly vintage ones, have been seen on Beyoncé, Cardi B and Kim Kardashian West, among others.
Though Mugler retired from fashion in 2002 to focus on fragrances and costume design, he made certain exceptions, such as designing the looks for Beyoncé’s 2009 world tour and Kardashian West’s “wet couture dress” at the 2019 Met Gala.
Here, WWD breaks down all the biggest moments celebrities have stunned in Mugler. Scroll on for more.
David Bowie performing on “Saturday Night Live” in 1979
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