Jacques Heim

Jacques Heim is inextricably linked with the history of French fashion. In the years 1958-1962 he was the president of the highly influential Paris Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture (the central body overseeing French Haute Couture). A period which also coincided with the world of Parisian couture...

Circa 1965-1969 Magnificent evening gown and cape in yellow Guipure lace, model named Alizée by Jacques Heim Haute Couture. High-waisted sheath dress with large plunging neckline an...

Jacques Heim is inextricably linked with the history of French fashion. In the years 1958-1962 he was the president of the highly influential Paris Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture (the central body overseeing French Haute Couture). A period which also coincided with the world of Parisian couture shifting to the new world of ready to wear. Jacques Heim believed that fashion would thrive with change and adaptation. Although he exhibited none of the flamboyance or temperament of competitors like Yves Saint Laurent and Dior, he collaborated with iconic artists like Sonia Delaunay to create steadfastly modern fashion designs. He was an innovator who created designs that are smart, eclectic and of many styles yet always luxurious and elegant This circa late 1950s evening gown constructed in of gold silk satin has a fitted bodice that open into a long skirt. The waist, bust and collar line are adorned with appliqués saffron and gold pearls, rhinestone and metallic threads. This dress embodies the feminine and romantic style of dressing that was popularized after WWII with Dior’s New Look.

Yellow cotton jacquard skirt-suit with gold metal buttons. Polyester lining. SIZE M

Circa 1965 France Cocktail dress in navy silk tulle embroidered with floche silk and its bolero by Jacques Heim Jeune Fille directed by Jacqueline Citroën and dating from the 1960s...

White cotton's piqué day dress with lace edge. Small bow and double lay in the back. Zip in the middle back. No lining. SIZE S

Late 1950s to 1960s Jacques Heim demi couture cocktail dress with a lovely and unusual velvet trim design. It has a wide boatneck and short sleeves, which feature a black velvet pane...

Absolutely beautiful couture workmanship with amazing detail including inside net bodice; boned neckline (including back) and shoulder straps; plunging back; hidden zip closure at ba...

Absolutely beautiful couture workmanship with amazing detail including inside net bodice; boned neckline (including back) and shoulder straps; plunging back; hidden zip closure at ba...

Circa 1955/1960 France Elegant Haute Couture skater coat by Jacques Heim dating from the early 1960s. Coat in wool mottled blue-king chevron effect. Collar, bottom of coat and flap...

Jacques Heim is inextricably linked with the history of French fashion. In the years 1958-1962 he was the president of the highly influential Paris Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Cout...

Jacques Heim dress. In black polyester. The design shows a move away from sharp tailored fashion, towards a softer, more romantic silhouette. Featuring long scarf, volant long sleeve...

Jacques Heim is inextricably linked with the history of French fashion. In the years 1958-1962 he was the president of the highly influential Paris Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Cout...

Absolutely beautiful couture workmanship with amazing detail including inside net bodice; boned neckline (including back) and shoulder straps; plunging back; hidden zip closure at ba...

Circa 1950/1960 France Jacket and dress set in shiny mandarin silk satin from the famous house designer Jacques HEIM dating from the late 1950s. Sleeveless dress with wide low-cut n...

This elegant late 50’s - early 60’s Jacques Heim beige nubby wool coat is perfect for any daytime events or simply for work. Spread collar, raglan sleeves cuffed at the wrist and poc...

1960s lightweight coat by Jacques Heim in navy nubby wool featuring a fitted bodice and A-line skirt with a welted seam below the waist, three-quarter sleeves, and a free panel over ...

Black silk dress with sheer mousseline overlay designed by Jacques Heim made by Maria carine dating to the 1960's. Fits a US 4 or 6. Approximate measureme...

Jacques Heim Haute Couture exaggerated bowl hat shaped as a Chinese Farmers hat in red, black and gold lame broche. 1950's France. Excellent exterior condition. Breaks in buckram i...

Black tweed double breasted wool jacket from Jacques Heim for Harrods dating to the 1950's. Jacket fits a size small or medium. Approximate measurements are as follows: bust 38", sh...