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.
Find a range of vintage Christian Lacroix clothing, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.
Christian Lacroix Runway Bracelet Bangle Yellow and Black Fabric
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional Christian Lacroix Paris signed bracelet bangle is a runway model from the Spring 2008 Ready-to-Wear Collection catwalk show. The design is documented; please see the...
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage textured gold tone bracelet featuring a stylized flower at the center embellished with pink resin. T-bar and toggle clasp. Marked CHRISTIAN LACROIX CL Mad...
Gilt Metal
Christian Lacroix Vintage Crystals Sparkling Navy Purple Iridescent Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Sparkling Crystals Navy Blue Purple Iridescent Modernist Chunky Statement Bangle Cuff Bracelet Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. CHRISTIAN LAC...
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Studded Leather Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold tone bracelet covered with burgundy red color leather with saddle stitch, embellished with studs and poured r...
Gilt Metal
Christian Lacroix Pink-Red See-Thru Free-Form Resin Bracelet Bangle
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a spectacular futuristic Space Age Christian Lacroix Paris massive bangle bracelet. The piece has a chunky free-form structural and carved design in pink-red watermelon-color...
14 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Berber Bangle
By Tinguely Bijoux
Located in Boston, MA
14K Beaded Berber Bangle in solid yellow gold. Mix with 18k Gold or Silver Pyramid Berber Bangle in a stack for maximum impact
18k Gold
Art Nouveau Sapphire Diamond & Natural Pearl Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Displaying a fanciful combination of lustrous seed pearls, rich blue sapphires and diamonds, this antique bangle bracelet is a stand alone statement piece or to spice up a stack. An ...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yel...
18 Karat Rose Gold Diameter Diamond Flower Bangle 0.39 Carat Total
By Lili Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18KT rose gold 2 1/4 inch diameter diamond flower bangle. .1 LILY CUT ® flower shape diamond H color VS SI clarity 0.18cts . additional 0.19 ct round diamond accent . solid gold 8...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Berber Beaded Bracelet in Silver
By Tinguely Bijoux
Located in Boston, MA
Beaded Berber Bangle in Silver. Mix with Gold or Silver Pyramid Berber Bangle in a stack for maximum impact.
Silver
Silver Berber Pyramid Bangle
By Tinguely Bijoux
Located in Boston, MA
Silver Pyramid Berber Bangle. Mix with Gold or Silver Beaded Berber Bangle in a stack for maximum impact.
Silver
$2,247Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.71 in L 7.29 in
Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...
Vintage 1960s Gutschneider 14k Gold Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet 27.9 Grams
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A peerless design exemplified by this vintage 1960's Brutalist blue enamel bangle bracelet by Jack Gutschneider.. Weighing 27.9 grams in 14 karat yellow gold. Featuring an avant-gard...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,872Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.79 in L 6.3 in
Art Nouveau Style 0.25 Carat White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow G...
de Boulle High Jewelry Collection Icy Bracelet
Located in Dallas, TX
Icy Blue Bracelet with emerald-cut aquamarines totaling over 63 carats accented with diamonds and crafted in 18K white gold. Aquamarines (63.30 ctw.) Diamonds (10.94 ctw.) 18K White...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,277Sale Price|20% Off
W 2.84 in D 0.71 in L 2.6 in
Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...
$33,600
H 0.7 in W 2.25 in L 7.25 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Diamond 18k Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A sublime, sleek and elegant vintage Tiffany & Co. gold bangle bracelet by renowned designer Paloma Picasso. The wide ribbon of high karat 18k yellow gold, designed as a closed cuff ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 1.58 in
Now Wood Sunrise Cuff Bracelet with Pink Sapphire and white Diamond
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
Now Wood Sunrise Cuff with Pink Sapphire and a white brillant cut Diamond set on a white gold star. 18kt gold star. Comfortable and easy to wear. Classy yet Bold and Modern. Materi...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Christian Lacroix Green and Orange Acrylic Bangle Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous Christian Lacroix Paris acrylic resin or Lucite bangle bracelet features a chunky sliced shape with green, orange, and translucent milky colors. The bangle is signed on...
Christian Lacroix Paris Purple Lavender Resin Lucite Bangle Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Lacroix Paris Space Age Resin or Lucite bangle bracelet features a chunky free-form design in purple lavender color with...
Christian Lacroix Runway Yellow Resin Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding rare Christian Lacroix Paris signed cuff bracelet. An exceptional runway model from the Spring 2008 Ready-to-Wear Collection catwalk show (documented, please see last pictures from reference). Bold oversized cuff design in shiny yellow resin...
Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Bangle Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold toned bangle bracelet embellished with multicolored crystals. Marked CHRISTIAN LACROIX CL Made in France. Indicative measurements : circumference app...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Metallic Bangle Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Bijoux "Jewels" hold center stage at Christian Lacroix's haute couture collections - it is the designer's belief that accessories are never the result of a last-minute feeling as they are considered to be part of the harmony of the overall look. This vintage haute couture metallic bracelet is no exception, comprised out of a hand-manipulated textured resin-like substance the bangle bracelet features heavy adornment front and center. Adorned by a metallic silver applique adorned by three-dimensional iridescent resin geodes...
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H 2.75 in W 2.25 in L 3 in
Vintage Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Metallic Silver Bangle Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Bijoux "Jewels" hold center stage at Christian Lacroix's haute couture collections - it is the designer's belief that accessories are never the result of a last-minute feeling as they are considered to be part of the harmony of the overall look. This vintage haute couture metallic bracelet is no exception, comprised out of a hand-manipulated textured resin-like substance the bangle bracelet features heavy adornment front and center. Adorned by a metallic silver applique adorned by three-dimensional iridescent resin geodes...
Christian Lacroix Runway Yellow Resin Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding rare Christian Lacroix Paris signed cuff bracelet. An exceptional runway model from the Spring 2008 Ready-to-Wear Collection catwalk show (documented, please see last pictures from reference). Bold oversized cuff design in shiny yellow resin...
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W 2.29 in D 1.7 in L 5.71 in
Oversized Christian Lacroix Paris Black Resin Lucite Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Christian Lacroix Paris signed bangle bracelet. Unusual oversized cuff design in shiny black resin or Lucite. Spectacular shape. Signed in the side: "Christian Lacroix". Me...
Christian Lacroix Large 18K Gilt Resin Abstract Cuff Bracelet, 1980s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
A true statement bracelet is this rare wide 1980s Christian Lacroix cuff. The molded and carved resin base has a heavy layer of 18K gold plated metal. It is cold to the touch and not...
Gilt Metal
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W 2.64 in Dm 2.8 in
Oversized Christian Lacroix Paris Gold Plate Knitting See Thru Bangle Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare 1990s Christian Lacroix Paris signed bangle bracelet. Unusual oversized wide bracelet with knitting design in gold plate finish. This is real knitting dipped into gold plating b...
Gold Plate