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Paco Rabanne Necklaces

Spanish, 1934-2023

Visionary designer Paco Rabanne first made a name for himself in the 1960s when he introduced dresses, handbags and other clothing and accessories that went against the common sensibilities of the time and challenged the public's perception of what fashion should be. By working with unlikely materials such as paper and Rhodoid — a cellulose acetate plastic often used to line baking pans — Rabanne forced the fashion world to reconsider materials and form.

Rabanne was born Francisco Rabaneda y Cuervo in Spain’s Basque region. His mother was the head seamstress at Balenciaga when she relocated herself and her son to France in 1939 to escape the Spanish Civil War. Once in France, he took on the name Paco Rabanne.

Rabanne studied architecture at the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris but pivoted toward fashion and began to design accessories and costume jewelry. Rabanne collaborated with many acclaimed luxury houses — his early clients included Charles Jourdan, Givenchy, Pierre Cardin and Dior.

By 1966, Rabanne was working on avant-garde designs in his own newly-opened studio. He introduced a couture collection titled “Twelve Unwearable Dresses in Contemporary Materials.” The garments — made of aluminum, plastic and eco-friendly paper and fastened with wire — were unveiled at a show that featured music and models of color (both uncommon characteristics for such an event). Sculptural, sexy and solidly Space Age in appearance, Rabanne’s experiments turned heads. Pop star-actresses Brigitte Bardot and Françoise Hardy would soon be seen in the designer’s iconic metallic dresses, and Rabanne found enthusiasts in the likes of revolutionary couturier Elsa Schiaparelli and art collector Peggy Guggenheim. In 1968 Rabanne designed leather boots and erotically charged dresses made of molded plastic and chain-mail mesh for the science fiction film Barbarella.

Rabanne called Salvador Dalí a close friend and drew on the Surrealist movement in his designs. He continued to use unconventional materials in his work. From aluminum jersey and fur to ostrich feathers and Velcro, everything was suitable for his pioneering garments. And Rabanne’s talents are diverse — his prolific output even includes stylish furniture.

In 1999 Rabanne retired from the fashion business. In 2010 he was named Officer of the Legion d’Honneur by the French culture minister. Today, under the creative direction of French designer Julien Dossena, the Paco Rabanne brand continues to innovate and offer looks that nod to the past as well as the future.

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Creator: Paco Rabanne
Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Mesh Chainmaille Purse Necklace
Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Mesh Chainmaille Purse Necklace

Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Mesh Chainmaille Purse Necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Palm Springs, CA

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Paco Rabanne Chainmail Necklace
Paco Rabanne Chainmail Necklace

Paco Rabanne Chainmail Necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Nice, FR

PACO RABANNE vintage necklace showcasing a bronze-tone chainmail grid adorned with dangling clear glass chips. Lobster clasp. Adjustable length. Marked PACO RABANNE Paris. Indicat...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Paco Rabanne Necklaces

Paco Rabanne Paris Futuristic Chrome and Enamel Necklace
Paco Rabanne Paris Futuristic Chrome and Enamel Necklace

Paco Rabanne Paris Futuristic Chrome and Enamel Necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Atlanta, GA

French designer Paco Rabanne, Paris, designed this rare, geometric Space Age necklace. The fabulous piece was crafted in France. This unique, futuristic piece features black enamel m...

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1960s French Modernist Vintage Paco Rabanne Necklaces

Materials

Enamel

PACO RABANNE Vintage Rhodoid and Metal Discs Necklace
PACO RABANNE Vintage Rhodoid and Metal Discs Necklace

PACO RABANNE Vintage Rhodoid and Metal Discs Necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Nice, FR

PACO RABANNE vintage necklace featuring articulated silver tone metal discs embellished with black and clear rhodhoid disc cascade. Lobster clasp closure. ...

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20th Century French Paco Rabanne Necklaces

PACO RABANNE Vintage Electric Blue Bead & Silver Tone Metal Choker Necklace
PACO RABANNE Vintage Electric Blue Bead & Silver Tone Metal Choker Necklace

PACO RABANNE Vintage Electric Blue Bead & Silver Tone Metal Choker Necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Nice, FR

PACO RABANNE vintage choker necklace featuring four strands of electric blue facetted glass beads alterning with tubular silver tone elements. Lobster clasp closure. Marked PACO RA...

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PACO RABANNE Vintage Silver Tone Modernist Chain Necklace
PACO RABANNE Vintage Silver Tone Modernist Chain Necklace

PACO RABANNE Vintage Silver Tone Modernist Chain Necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Nice, FR

PACO RABANNE vintage silver tone double chain necklace featuring two large 3-dimensional modernist square links. Lobster clasp closure. Embossed PACO RABANNE. Indicative measureme...

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20th Century French Paco Rabanne Necklaces

Paco Rabanne Pastille Necklace
Paco Rabanne Pastille Necklace

Paco Rabanne Pastille Necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

PACO RABANNE - (Made in France) Necklace made of silvery metal pastilles, and black and transparent rhodoid pastilles. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: ...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Paco Rabanne Necklaces

Paco Rabanne Golden Necklace Made of Articulated Plates
Paco Rabanne Golden Necklace Made of Articulated Plates

Paco Rabanne Golden Necklace Made of Articulated Plates

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paco Rabanne - Golden metal necklace made of articulated plates. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: from 52 cm to 55 cm Seller Reference: BC216

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Early 2000s Paco Rabanne Necklaces

Silver Sautoir with Wood Beads by Paco Rabanne
Silver Sautoir with Wood Beads by Paco Rabanne

Silver Sautoir with Wood Beads by Paco Rabanne

By Paco Rabanne

Located in PARIS, FR

This long necklace is a creation by Paco Rabanne. This long necklace is composed of oversized dark wood beads, joined by a silver-toned fine chain. There is no clasp for this necklac...

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Early 2000s French Paco Rabanne Necklaces

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Base Metal

Paco Rabanne pendant necklace
Paco Rabanne pendant necklace

Paco Rabanne pendant necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

PACO RABANNE - (Made in France) Silvery metal pendant necklace. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 70 cm - Pendant: 11 cm x 11 cm SKU:BC8

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Early 2000s French Paco Rabanne Necklaces

Paco Rabanne Silvery Necklace with Rhinestones
Paco Rabanne Silvery Necklace with Rhinestones

Paco Rabanne Silvery Necklace with Rhinestones

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paco Rabanne - Dark-silvery metal necklace with rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 40 cm to 44 cm Seller Reference: BC167

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Paco Rabanne 2010s Multi-String Black Beaded Necklace

Paco Rabanne 2010s Multi-String Black Beaded Necklace

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Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

Designer Background: Paco Rabanne, a pioneering force in avant-garde fashion, is renowned for his unconventional use of industrial materials and futuristic aesthetics. Known for crea...

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H 3.55 in L 14.97 in

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Paco Rabanne necklaces for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Paco Rabanne necklaces available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using silver. We have 7 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider necklaces by Biche de Bere, Nelly Biche de Bere, and Alexis Lahellec. Prices for Paco Rabanne necklaces can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $355 and tops out at $2,200, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $852.
Questions About Paco Rabanne Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The fashion house Paco Rabanne is no longer called by its former name due to a shift in its approach to design. In 2023, the luxury fashion brand announced its intentions to drop Paco from the name and rebrand as Rabanne. The move coincided with the fashion house's 60th anniversary and reflected a move toward simpler, more minimal pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Paco Rabanne apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The story of what happened to Paco Rabanne centers on a name change. The French fashion house's founder, Paco Rabanne, passed away in 2023. A few months later, the label announced its intentions to drop Paco from its name and begin operating under Rabanne. The brand had previously gone on hiatus in 1999 following Paco Rabanne's retirement, only to be revived under the leadership of a new creative director, Manish Arora, in 2011. Julien Dossena took over the role in 2013 and continued to guide the fashion house through its name change and rebranding. Shop a collection of Paco Rabanne apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.