Best known for creating groundbreaking fashion designs from the 1950s onward, Pierre Cardin enjoyed great success in other design fields, most notably furniture. Cardin’s chairs, cabinets, tables and other pieces share many of the keynotes of his clothing designs. They are simple, geometric, elegant and cool.
Cardin was born in a village near Venice, Italy, and raised in central France. Always interested in fashion, he left home at age 17 to train with a Vichy tailor. After the end of World War II, Cardin moved to Paris and worked for a succession of couture houses, before taking a job with Christian Dior in 1946. Cardin went solo in 1950, and quickly won attention for his novel style.
Unlike Dior’s famous New Look, Cardin’s clothes de-emphasized a woman’s curves; his breakthrough pieces like the Bubble dress had, instead, a sculptural quality. In the following decade, Cardin introduced bright tunic dresses and shifts, marketed as the Space Age look and accessorized with vinyl hats and visors.
In the 1970s Cardin expanded his design work into furniture, jewelry and automobiles. (Later, licensing agreements would put Cardin’s name on goods ranging from perfume to sunglasses.) Cardin’s furniture pieces — inspired, perhaps, by the rediscovery of Art Deco design in that decade — feature simple, symmetrical forms, lacquer and figured veneer finishes, and accents in metals such as aluminum and brass.
Whether you are looking for a vintage cocktail dress or a chest of drawers to keep it in, as you will see on 1stDibs, Pierre Cardin offers an option in either that is timelessly chic.
Vintage Terry Paris Gold Medallion Leather Lace Jacket
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Fabulous early 1990's Terry Paris Versace style jacket. Beautiful decorative goldtone medusa head medallions. Lace embellishment. Goldtone button closure a...
Louis Vuitton Logo Limited Edition Travel Hoodie Jacket
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tailored from a comfortable technical cotton jersey, this iconic button up travel hoodie features a metallic silver reflective Louis Vuitton logo pe...
Vintage Rare Chanel Plush Terry Cloth Maxi Weekender Travel Beach Shopper Tote
By Chanel
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The ultimate in handbag making luxury craftsmanship. The Iconic House of Chanel always provides us with timeless and classic pieces. The rare bag takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made from the finest materials that you would expect from the Chanel House...
Gucci Vintage Rare GG Monogram Suitcase Travel Luggage
By Gucci
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The classic stylish Gucci luggage is crafted of signature GG monogram on canvas. Extremely rare vintage luggage from the 1970's. The bag features leather trim, rolled leather top han...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Green Taiga Leather Suitcase 53cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The vintage Louis Vuitton Satellite Taiga Leather carry on is crafted from hunter green leather, features a single rolled leather handle, cowhide lea...
Louis Vuitton Brown Taiga Leather Crossbody Messenger Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The ultimate in travel bag making luxury craftsmanship. The Iconic House of Louis Vuitton always provides us with timeless and classic pieces. The beautiful briefcase takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made from the finest materials that you would expect from the Louis Vuitton House...
Courreges Vintage Navy Blue Wool Gabardine Trench Coat with Cape Detail
By André Courrèges
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage navy blue gabardine wool trench coat with cape detail on the upper back. Matching sash. By Courreges. Details: Unlined Front Pockets Button Front Closure Marked S...
Navy Cinzia Rocca Double-Breasted Trench Coat Size US 14
By Cinzia Rocca
Located in New York, NY
Navy cotton double-breasted trench coat by Cinzia Rocca. Pointed collar. Belt at waist. Dual hip pockets. Button closures at front. 38" bust, 15" shoulder width, 26" sleeve length, 4...
1970's GUCCI navy blue cotton trench coat with enameled GG buttons
By Gucci
Located in San Fransisco, CA
1970’s navy blue cotton trench coat by Gucci. The coat is cut in a slightly A-line shape with a gently flared skirt and a belted waist. It has a pointed collar, concealed front plack...
CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO navy blue brushed cotton trench coat
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Navy-blue, brushed-cotton, trench coat with unique button closure designed by Phoebe Philo. French size 38. Approximate measurements: drop shoulder 19", bust 38" (adjustable), waist ...
1980’s YSL Yves Saint Laurent Navy Trench Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
YSL classic styled trench coat from the 1980’s. Strong emphasis on the shoulder reflects the focus of YSL design in that decade. Double breasted and belted...
1980’s YSL Yves Saint Laurent Navy Trench Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
YSL classic styled trench coat from the 1980’s. Strong emphasis on the shoulder reflects the focus of YSL design in that decade. Double breasted and belted...
