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What is Paris known for in fashion?
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In fashion, Paris is known for being home to the headquarters of many luxury houses. Dior, Givenchy, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Chanel, Saint-Laurent, Celine, Hermès, Lanvin and Louis Vuitton all call the city home. Paris also draws crowds twice per year with Paris Fashion Week, a series of fashion shows that feature top maisons showcasing their latest pieces. In addition, the city is home to some of the top fashion schools in Europe, including ESMOD International, the Institut Francais de la Mode, Studio Berçot and the Paris College of Art. Explore a wide range of French apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Vintage Leonard of Paris 1990s Size 44 Croc Print Fox Fur Collar 90s Sweater Top
By Leonard of Paris, Leonard
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish vintage Leonard of Paris 1990s brown croc / alligator animal print sweater ! Features the softest, most luxurious fox fur around the collar. Warm colors of brown, rust orang...
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Leonard of Paris, Multicolored "Splash" Dress
By Leonard of Paris
Located in New York, NY
Leonard, of Paris, Multicolored '70s Leonard draped dress so so wonderful to have for any occasion. The front has a beautifully draped neckline and slightly dropped shoulders. T...
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1970s Leonard Paris Paisley Silk Dress
By Leonard of Paris
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning 1970's Leonard Paris Studio line in an electric deep blue on crepe silk with a fuscia and burgundy paisley print. The dress has a high collar and an attached scarf piece t...
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1970s Italian Shift Dresses
Leonard of Paris Pastel Silk Chiffon Day / Evening Dress
By Leonard of Paris
Located in New York, NY
Pretty pastel silk chiffon Leonard of Paris special occasion day / evening dress.
Bodice has a ruffled capelet that flows from the center of the dress...
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Late 20th Century French Day Dresses
Leonard Paris 1970s vintage signed 100% silk jersey floral print maxi dress
By Leonard, Leonard of Paris
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Signed Leonard Paris 1970s vintage maxi dress featuring bell sleeves and made in a botanical printed 100% silk jersey.
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1970s Maxi Dress
Leonard Paris Floral Silk Lace Inset Maxi Dress, 1990s
By Leonard of Paris
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Synonymous with luxury and innovation, Léonard Paris is known for their silk jersey dresses and signature orchid prints. Referring to himself as “... a couturier with a sense of marketing,” Daniel Tribouillard was originally inspired to create floral prints to contrast the popular geometric designs of Emilio Pucci. The unique success of what began as an astute business decision became a genuine romance, the prints taking precedence over the style of the garments themselves, almost always incorporating flowers, which, as Tribouillard said himself, “Léonardizes” a design.
From the 1990’s, this fabulous dress is done in Leonard’s signature silk jersey and sheer floral lace. The beautiful material features a print of large flowers in shades of light pink, magenta, red, grey, and lavender on a black ground. The print is interspersed throughout with large mint green leaves and white and black flowers that complement the black lace inset...
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