At a time when sharp padded shoulders and crisp lines were trending, Christian Lacroix created venturesome clothing that was bubbly, flirtatious and exuberant.
The iconic French fashion designer, whose body of work includes handbags and purses, evening dresses, jackets and lots more, has always favored theater over fashion. He has long integrated corsets and bustles into his work, drawing on diverse cultures and citing epic historical dramas as inspirations. Today he is creating opera costumes, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that his colorful and voluminous garments captured the excesses and defined the extravagant frivolity of the 1980s as well as the sensuality and boldness of the 1990s.
Lacroix studied art history at the University of Montpellier and museum studies at École du Louvre and the Sorbonne in Paris. He aspired to become a museum curator or costume designer but instead entered the world of fashion, specifically haute couture, with the support of his now-wife Françoise Rosenthiel, who helped get his sketches to Hermès. Lacroix was offered an assistant job at the legendary luxury brand and later worked as a designer at the House of Patou in 1981.
Lacroix’s career flourished and his profile soared from then on, as he established his own label in 1987, using layers of fabric and consistently clashing prints in his designs for opulent pouf skirts, vibrant floral maxi day dresses as well as jewelry and watches that commanded attention. He created a ready-to-wear line for Italian manufacturer Genny and dressed dancers at the American Ballet Theatre company.
Lacroix became the artistic director of Italian fashion house Emilio Pucci in 2002, and, over time, he continued to secure work in the fields of theater, opera and other performance art, designing costumes for a range of stage productions. Alongside designs by Stella McCartney, Karl Lagerfeld and others, Madonna wore a corset during her 2004 “Re-Invention World Tour” that was created for her by Lacroix.
Today, the maison founded by the designer in 1987 is owned by the Falic Fashion Group, but Lacroix continues to design womenswear for brands such as Desigual as well as for the stage. His larger-than-life aesthetic has also been translated into a range of accessories and fragrances as well as various interior furnishings such as tableware and household linens. Lacroix has completed interior design projects at a number of hotels and has partnered with the likes of Christofle and other firms over the years. In whatever form it takes, the sumptuousness and glamour of a Lacroix design is unmistakable.
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Amazing Vintage Christian Lacroix 1990s High Waisted Ethnic Snake Wide Leg Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX trousers! Flattering high waist, with zipper at fly, and two brass floral buttons at waist. Ethnic, tribal print, with a touch of animal! Fitted, with a wide leg. Extremely rare, and super impressive on! Pairs fantastic with the pictured vintage SOPHIE SITBON snakeskin print silk chiffon halter top...
Short denim trouser with thread flower embroideries CHRISTIAN LACROIX
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Short denim trouser with thread flower embroideries. Pocket on both side and on the back. Branded button , buttonhole and zip closure on the top middle front. SIZE 38 / M
90s Vintage Christian Lacroix High Waist Orange Leafy Trippy Velvet Jeans Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb, Trippy Vintage, 1990's High Waisted pants by CHRISTIAN LACROIX. MADE IN ITALY. Features ; 100% Cotton / Zip and Button closure / Classic 4 ...
90's Vintage Christian Lacroix Jacquard Sparkly Lilac Green Monogram Jeans Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheffield, GB
Beautiful Vintage, 1990's Lilac & Lime green Jacquard Logo pants by CHRISTIAN LACROIX. MADE IN ITALY. Measurements are provided in Inches - (High waisted fit ) Waist -29-30" ...
1990’s Christian LaCroix Satin Jeans Loud Vibrant Neon Colourful Print Pants
By Christian Lacroix, Christian Lacroix Paris
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990’s Christian LaCroix Shiny Satin Jeans in a Loud, Vibrant Colourful Print ! Classic four pocket design / Zip button closure / Satin finish material Size; Recommended UK 4 - 6 Mea...
90s Vintage Christian Lacroix White High Waisted Photograph Print Jeans Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheffield, GB
Decadent Vintage, 1990's Photograph print pants by CHRISTIAN LACROIX. Featuring beautiful antique imagery such as floral motifs, flower girls, chickens and toreros amongst other 'L...
Christian LaCroix Heavily Embroidered & Beaded Bootleg Distressed Denim Jeans
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Gresham, OR
Christian LaCroix Heavily Embroidered & Beaded Bootleg Distressed Denim Jeans: Geometric and floral motifs are embroidered in shades of yellow, chartreuse, pink and lavender with an ...
Christian Lacroix 1990's High Waisted Map Patterned Jeans
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheffield, GB
Garish 1990's Christian LaCroix high waisted pants, with an extremely vibrant atlas print throughout. Features: Zip & Button fasten Classic x4 pocket design Made in Italy 100% C...
90's Vintage Christian Lacroix Jacquard Sparkly Lilac Green Monogram Jeans Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheffield, GB
Beautiful Vintage, 1990's Lilac & Lime green Jacquard Logo pants by CHRISTIAN LACROIX. MADE IN ITALY. Measurements are provided in Inches - (High waisted fit ) Waist -29" Ri...
1990s Christian Lacroix Black Lace and Silk Chiffon Harem Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
Exceptional Christian Lacroix black harem pants from his autumn/winter 1993 ready to wear collection; perfect for a more daring and unique approach to event dressing. They feature a ...
Vintage Christian Lacroix Silk Shantung Golden Yellow Oriental Wide Leg Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX silk shantung high waisted, wide leg trousers! Wonderful golden yellow color, with hand-sewn ivory silk thread in an Oriental print. A stunning fit,...
$247Sale Price|30% Off
Christian Lacroix Vintage Horst Buchholz Posters & Floral Print Pants Trousers
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage colourful floral print pants trousers featuring actor HORST BUCHOLZ posters. Waist button and zippered closure. Two faux front pockets. Two back pockets. B...
Christian Lacroix Orange Linen Pants Spring, 1998
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - (Made in France) Orange linen pants embroidered with multicolored patterns. Size 38FR. Spring-Summer 1998 Ready-to-Wear Collection. Additional information: Condi...
Christian Lacroix Black Linen Pants, 1993
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - (Made in France) Black linen pants embroidered with multicolored patterns. Indicated size 38FR. Spring-Summer 1993 Ready-to-Wear Collection. Additional informati...
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
1980S Ecru Silk Crepe De Chine Pleated & Elastic Men's Pants
Located in New York, NY
1980S Ecru Silk Crepe De Chine Pleated & Elastic Men's Pants
Brown corduroy trouser with suede leaves appliqué D&G by Dolce &Gabbana
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown cotton corduroy trouser with suede leaves appliqué. Cut-work on the knee. Zip and branded snap closure on the top middle front. Authenticity hologram. SIZE 40 (It) 36 (Fr) M
$1,716Sale Price|32% Off
Size: 6
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2001 Nylon Low Waist Pants & Matching Belt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Fall Winter 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Brown Nylon Abstract Watercolor Low Waist Pants With Matching Belt Size: ...
$10,800
Size: 40 / US 6
Givenchy Couture by Alexander McQueen F/W 1999 Runway Size 6 Vintage Tunic Pants
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and super collectible vintage GIVENCHY COUTURE by ALEXANDER MCQUEEN F/W 1999 Runway Ensemble ! Model in video is a true Size US 6, and 5’8 feet tall.. Tunic features a lightweig...
$247Sale Price|25% Off
VERSACE 2020 Runway Gianni Signature Medusa Barocco gold flare pants IT42 M
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2020 Runway Gianni Signature Medusa Barocco gold flare pants IT42 M Reference: TGAS/C01162 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A85698 A233237 A7900 Collection: ...
Christian Dior 'biker' pants summer 2018
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Pants made of black and white goat leather patches, edged with yellow leather, and with a silvery metal zipper. Size 36FR indicated. 2018 Spring-summer Ready-t...
$192Sale Price|20% Off
DIOR HOMME green Army Camouflage skinny denim cropped jeans 30"
By Christian Dior, Hedi Slimane
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR HOMME green Army Camouflage skinny denim cropped jeans 30" Reference: SYYG/A00027 Brand: Dior Designer: Hedi Slimane Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Green, Brown Pattern: Camoufl...
1970s Chocolate Brown Velvet Sleeveless Bell Bottom Wide Leg Vintage Jumpsuit
Located in San Diego, CA
Awesome vintage 70s chocolate brown velvet bell bottom one piece jumpsuit! Features a fitted tailored collared bodice and trousers that leads to wide flared legs. Pocket at left brea...
Courreges Hyperbole 70's Numbered Label Logo Flared Pants
By Courrèges, Courreges Hyperbole
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
From Courrèges’ highly sought-after Hyperbole ready-to-wear line, these numbered flared trousers represent one of the brand’s most collectible 1970's innovations - a youthful diffusi...
$105Sale Price|25% Off
DRIES VAN NOTEN 2008 multicolor 100% silk watercolor print tapered pants FR42 XL
By Dries van Noten
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DRIES VAN NOTEN 2008 multicolor 100 % silk watercolor print tapered pants FR42 XL Reference: CC/A00425 Brand: Dries Van Noten Collection: FW 2008 ...
1980s Bill Blass Leopard Brocade Lamé Cigarette Pants
By Bill Blass
Located in Gresham, OR
A spectacular 1980s Bill Blass leopard patterned silk lamé cigarette pant. Very fitted and lean. Center back zipper. Pants fit a US size medium/large....
Christian Lacroix black pants by Christian Lacroix Winter 1997
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX - 1997 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Christian Lacroix. Guipure and black wool pants embroidered with pearls and sequins. Siz...
Christian Lacroix Pants with Sequins Haute Couture
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - Black tulle pants entirely embroidered with sequins. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36 FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions:...
90s Vintage Christian Lacroix High Waisted Colorful Rainbow Jacquard Jeans Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheffield, GB
Beautiful Vintage, 1990's Colorful striped Jacquard pants by CHRISTIAN LACROIX. MADE IN ITALY. Features ; 100% Cotton / Zip and Button closure / Classic 4 Pocket design / Copped...
90s Vintage Christian Lacroix Hot Pink High Waisted Photograph Print Jeans Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheffield, GB
Beautiful Vintage, 1990's Hot Pink Photograph print pants by CHRISTIAN LACROIX. Featuring iconic imagery such as The Beatles, floral motifs and torero cartoons amongst other 'Lacr...
Christian Lacroix Pants Embroidered with Silvery Lurex Yarns
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - Pants embroidered with silvery lurex yarns on black tulle. Indicated size 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Waist: 37 cm Hips: ...
Christian Lacroix Blended Wool High-Waisted Pants Winter, 1993
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - (Made in France) Blended wool high-waisted pants. Indicated size 36FR. Fall-Winter 1993 Ready-to-Wear Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good co...
Christian Lacroix Pants Bazar Gold Velvet Handwriting Print Vintage 90s Sz 40
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned vintage 90s velvet pants by Christian Lacroix Bazar. Super-chic gold velvet with Lacroix signature and abstract handwriting print. Fully-lined/v...
Christian Lacroix Wide Leg Trouser
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
Christian Lacroix, wool gaberdine, fly front, high waist, wide leg, cuffed trouser having a laser cut, satin tuxedo stripe going down each side.
Christian Lacroix Jeans Vintage Embroidered Heart Denim Jacket & Trousers
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX JEANS vintage grey distressed denim jacket and trousers featuring amazing embroidered hearts. The jacket features : - Grey distressed ...
Christian Lacroix Modernist Floral Print Silk Top and Trouser Set L
By Christian Lacroix
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Lacroix modernist floral print silk sleeveless top and trouser set. Pull on, sleeveless, scoop neckline, layered lavender silk chiffon top printed with bright flowers, clos...
Christian Lacroix Plaid Wide leg Trouser
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
Christian Lacroix, multi tone, plaid, wool, high waist, belted, trouser having a front panel that wraps to look like a skirt. Extra wide leg, cuffed pant can be seen from the back. P...
Christian Lacroix Vintage Black Satin Wide Leg Silk Blend Palazzo Pants
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely unique Christian Lacroix silk blend satin pants with a curved "bubble" hem. Unlined with front zip, button and hook closure. Hidden side pockets. 59% acetate, 41...