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Pierre Cardin

French, Italian, 1922-2020

Best known for creating groundbreaking fashion designs from the 1950s onward, Pierre Cardin enjoyed great success in other design fields, most notably furniture. Cardin’s chairs, cabinets, tables and other pieces share many of the keynotes of his clothing designs. They are simple, geometric, elegant and cool.

Cardin was born in a village near Venice, Italy, and raised in central France. Always interested in fashion, he left home at age 17 to train with a Vichy tailor. After the end of World War II, Cardin moved to Paris and worked for a succession of couture houses, before taking a job with Christian Dior in 1946. Cardin went solo in 1950, and quickly won attention for his novel style. Unlike Dior’s famous New Look, Cardin’s clothes de-emphasized a woman’s curves; his breakthrough pieces like the Bubble dress had, instead, a sculptural quality. In the following decade, Cardin introduced bright tunic dresses and shifts, marketed as the Space Age look and accessorized with vinyl hats and visors.

In the 1970s Cardin expanded his design work into furniture, jewelry and automobiles. (Later, licensing agreements would put Cardin’s name on goods ranging from perfume to sunglasses.) Cardin’s furniture pieces — inspired, perhaps, by the rediscovery of Art Deco design in that decade — feature simple, symmetrical forms, lacquer and figured veneer finishes, and accents in metals such as aluminum and brass.

Whether you are looking for a vintage cocktail dress or a chest of drawers to keep it in, as you will see on 1stDibs, Pierre Cardin offers an option in either that is timelessly chic.

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Designer: Pierre Cardin
Pierre Cardin vintage 1993 scalloped-edge red wool mix jacket
By Pierre Cardin, Pierre Cardin Paris
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Cardin scalloped-edge red wool mix jacket from the designer’s spring/summer 1993 couture show in Paris. French size 40 Measurements that are taken flat: Sh to Sh 18inch/46cm ...
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1990s French Pierre Cardin

A burgundy velvet & lamé evening gown by Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Circa 1980
By Pierre Cardin Couture, Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France A long evening dress in Burgundy velvet by Pierre Cardin Haute Couture dating from the 1980s. Sheath dress with boat neckline and long sleeves zipped at the cuffs...
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1980s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Black Belt W/ Stainless Steel Mid-Century Abstract Motif Buckle
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Cardin Black Belt W/ Silver Front Buckle. In excellent condition Measurements: Longest length - 32.6 inches Shortest length - 28.7 inches Width - 2 inches
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Blue Long Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Paris, FR
Navy Pierre Cardin crepe knitted dress featuring a reverse jersey knitting, blue and turquoise band, an A line, a sleeve famous logo. In good vintage condition. Made in France. Esti...
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Late 20th Century French Pierre Cardin

Black and red jersey dress with decorative buttons Pierre Cardin 600€
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and red jersey dress with decorative buttons.Black decorative buttons . Zip middle back. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
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1980s Italian Pierre Cardin

White turtle neck sweater Pierre Cardin
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White turtle neck sweater. No fabric tag but probably nylon or acrylic. SIZE S
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1970s Unknown Pierre Cardin

Navy blue turtle neck sweater Pierre Cardin Circa 1970's
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue turtle neck sweater. No fabric tag but probably nylon or acrylic. SIZE S
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1970s Unknown Pierre Cardin

c. 1967 Pierre Cardin Documented Dress Museum
By Pierre Cardin
Located in New York, NY
c. 1967 Pierre Cardin Futuristic Dress Mini dress of navy wool jersey knit. The tubular mini dress has a rounded neckline and short sleeves. Red, shiny vinyl trim at neckline, sleeve...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Purple Studded Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Pierre Cardin Purple Studded Dress, a timeless and bold statement piece that exudes modern elegance with a vintage-inspired twist. This cl...
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Early 2000s Pierre Cardin

A green wool dress by Pierre Cardin - France Circa 1985
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1985 France A deep green dress in pure virgin wool in the inimitable style of Monsieur Pierre Cardin dating from the 1980s. Sack-style cut, crew neck and long Kimono sleeves ...
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1980s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Lavender Studded Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Pierre Cardin Lavender Studded Dress, a vibrant and bold statement piece that exudes modern elegance with a vintage-inspired twist. This ...
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Early 2000s Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Reissued Purple Fringe Top
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Pierre Cardin Reissued Purple Fringe Top, a captivating and unique piece that exudes modern sophistication and avant-garde style. Crafted in a striking dark purple hu...
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Early 2000s Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Paris multicolour Trousers
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Capri, IT
Pierre Cardin Paris multicolour Trousers Composition: Cotton and Other
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1990s French Pierre Cardin

Vintage 1969 Pierre Cardin Documented Red & Black Vinyl Space-Age Mod Maxi Coat
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely iconic and well-documented Pierre Cardin red and black vinyl maxi length mod coat dating back to his epic 1969-70 fall/winter collection. As shown, this archival piece ...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Futuristic Silk Shoulder Bag with Metal Panels and Chain Strap
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Chicago, IL
This Pierre Cardin evening bag has a space age sensibility, an iconic style of this designer. The use of the metal panels lends a futuristic, high tech feel to the simple, silk, flap...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Vintage Emerson Fittipaldi Black Rectangular 70'S Collector France Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Ultra Rare And Seldom Piece. Vintage Emerson Fittipaldi Black Rectangular Frame With Brown Lenses. This Beauty Has Sign Of Wear On Them Due To Nearly 60 Years Of Storage. A Sough...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

New Vintage Zollitsch 217 Robust Oversized Frame Brown Lens 1980 sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New vintage Zollitsch 217 tortoise robust oversized frame. Spotless medium mauve lenses. This pair have slight wear on them due to to nearly 40 years ...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

New Vintage Zollitsch 228 Dark Tortoise Robust Frame 1970 Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New vintage Zollitsch 228 robust oversized dark tortoise frame. Spotless light brown lenses. This pair have slight wear on them due to to nearly 40 years of storage. FRONT : 14...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

"School girl" style day dress Pierre Cardin
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
"School girl" style day dress with white gros-grain piping. Fabric composition: 100% polyester. Shoulder-pads. Belt. Buttons closure in the middle back from the top until the bottom...
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1980s Hong Kong Pierre Cardin

1960s Pierre Cardin Olive Green Mod Coatdress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960s mod Pierre Cardin is the chicest of the chic, and this olive green wool coat dress is no exception. Shift shape with a mandarin collar, bracelet length sleeves and a hidden button placket down the centre seam. Large spherical silver metal space age belt...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Burgundy linen and acrylic high-waisted trouser Pierre Cardin
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Burgundy linen and acrylic high-waisted trouser. Button placket inside the waist. Buttons and buttonholes closure in the top middle front. Nylon lining inside the pocket and nylon w...
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1980s Unknown Pierre Cardin

1960's PIERRE CARDIN brown sequined demi-couture dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, rust-brown sequined demi-couture dress trimmed in velvet designed by Pierre Cardin dating to the 1960's. Dress best fits a US 2 or 4 and possibly a slim hipped size 6. Mea...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin 1960s Space Age Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous off white wool dress by Pierre Cardin. It is an A line sleeveless dress with a stand up collar and hem highlighted with rows of top stitchi...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

1960s Pierre Cardin Black + White Houndstooth Space Age Jacket
By Pierre Cardin Couture, Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible and Rare! Vintage 1960s Pierre Cardin Couture black and white houndstooth swing jacket! Signature vinyl detail at either side of waist. An amazing piece of fashion history...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

New Vintage Pierre Cardin Oversized Blue Lens 1970's Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Pierre Cardin vibrant blue frame with grey lenses. This pair has slight wear on them due to 50 years of storage. New, never worn or display. A must have!
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Vintage Red Plaid Dress With Long Scarf w Fringe & Pockets
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Portland, OR
This late 1970's or early 1980's Pierre Cardin red plaid wool long sleeve dress is so unique and very wearable today! The shift silhouette and simple square neck are accentuated with attached panels that mimic a fringed scarf with pockets on each side. We love the way Cardin used panels...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

A Pierre Cardin Organza Blouse With Dramatic Batwing Sleeves Circa 1970/1980
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970/1980 France Stunning Blouse in black Organza by Pierre Cardin (attributed to) dating from the 1970s / 1980s. Boat neckline blouse buttoned in front and dramatic raging s...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

1990s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Black Velvet Long Sleeve Flare Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black velvet Pierre Cardin haute couture flared dress. From the early 1990s, this fabulous long-sleeve dress features a black velvet top and is made complete with a voluminous flared skirt that asymmetrically connects to the top. Dramatic and classic, this refined Pierre Cardin haute couture dress...
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1990s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Black Velvet Evening Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in New York, NY
Truly a unique dress by the ever so talented Pierre Cardin. Dating back to the 1960s, this piece is thoughtfully designed with a beautiful black velvet bodice accompanied by a black ...
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1960s Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Vintage Apron with Heart and Top Hat Pattern in White and Red
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Very fun vintage apron made of Pierre Cardin fabric featuring black top hats bursting with red and blue hearts and Pierre Cardin signature throug...
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1980s Unknown Pierre Cardin

Mod 1960s Pierre Cardin Space Age Black Red Vintage 60s Shift Dress
By Pierre Cardin, Pierre Cardin Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1960s PIERRE CARDIN black and red Space Age shift dress ! While the Cardin label is missing, the store tag from Barcelona still remains. Lightweight wool fabric. Circles cut aro...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Backless printed and beaded silk evening dress Pierre Cardin NEW with tag
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless printed and beaded evening silk dress. Zip and hook&eye on the left side. Top-stitched waist band. Extra beads provided. Longer in the back than in the front. SIZE 44 (It)...
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Early 2000s Unknown Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Long Silk Dress, Size 36FR
By Pierre Cardin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pierre Cardin -Long silk long sleeve dress. No size label, it fits a 36FR. Model dating from the 1950s. To note, the lining has some tears. Additional information: Dimensions: Ches...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Canary Yellow Wool Blend Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Cardin - Canary yellow wool blend dress. No composition label or size indicated, it fits a 42FR/44FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Chest: 46 cm, Length: 100 cm Condition: Ve...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

New Vintage Pierre Cardin Translucent Wrap Oversized Sunglasses 1960's France
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage New Pierre Cardin Wrap Oversized Translucent Brown 1960’S . This Pair Of Vintage Pierre Cardin Is A Rare And Sought After Piece Not To Miss Out A Piece Of Sunglasses And Fas...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Wool Dress, Size 38FR
By Pierre Cardin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pierre Cardin - Wool dress Closing with a side zip. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Bust 45 cm (17.71"), Waist: 36 cm (14.17"),...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Vintage Kiss Medium C18 Sunglasses, 1960s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage New Pierre Cardin lips with spotless green lenses Medium size 1960’s . Ultra rare design emulating a sleek and provocative pair of lips. New, never used or displayed this...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

1980s Pierre Cardin Green and White Floral Asymmetrical Dress with Side Tie
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Portland, OR
This pretty Creation Pierre Cardin Paris vintage dress is in a bold green and white floral print and it has incredible style details. This 1920's inspired day or evening dress has an...
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1980s French Pierre Cardin

1960s Pierre Cardin Black Wool Mod Swing Coat
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This Pierre Cardin black wool coat from the 1960s is a striking and iconic piece of fashion from the era. It exemplifies Cardin's avant-garde approach to design and his innovative vi...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

1960's Pierre Cardin Vintage White Leather Waist Belt
By Pierre Cardin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960's Pierre Cardin Vintage White Leather Waist Belt. Cowhide leather belt with brass Logo buckle. Midcentury skinny white leather belt made of aniline cowhide, lined with aniline cowhide. Gold-tone pin buckle with cream & gold Pierre Cardin logo. Vintage condition. some wear. See all pics. Size M Full length: 36” Width: 1” Buckle: 1.25” H x 2” W This vintage Pierre Cardin belt...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Pierre Cardin

New Vintage Pierre Cardin Oversized Avantgarde Collector Item 1960's Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage New Pierre Cardin Oversized Dark Carey Frame Sporting A Pair Of Light Grey Lenses. Designed And Produced In The 1960’S. This Pair Of Vintage Pierre Cardin Is A Collector...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Vintage Rare Pierre Cardin Boutique Navy Blue Trench Coat
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Beautiful vintage circa 1980 Pierre Cardin Boutique classic trench coat. Made in France. Navy blue corduroy features the traditional storm flap ...
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1980s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Maxi Dress 1970s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous tan and off white lurex maxi dress in an abstract pattern of curved lines and stripes from Pierre Cardin. It is a simple A line maxi dress with subtle bell sleeves, a bate...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

Men cotton and raw silk trouser-pant suit with check Pierre Cardin Boutique Line
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Men cotton and raw silk trouser-pant suit with check. Branded rayon lining ( inside the jacket only) 3 inside pockets. Few stains on the jacket and few holes on the lining. SIZE 46 Men...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Silk Clutch Bag
By Pierre Cardin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Cardin - Silk clutch embroidered with pearls. Gold-plated metal attributes. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 13 cm, Length: 25 cm, Depth: 3 cm, Handle: 72 cm Conditio...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Iconic 1960s Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An iconic 1960s yellow linen dress from Pierre Cardin. It has a stand up collar and cap sleeves with trapunto embroidery around them, the hem and f...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Vintage Pierre Cardin Silk Crepe Draped Muted Green Evening Dress
By Pierre Cardin Paris, Pierre Cardin
Located in Portland, OR
This exquisite Pierre Cardin dress from the late 1970s or early 1980s is a testament to the designer's artistry in draping and tailoring. True to his signature style during this era,...
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1970s European Pierre Cardin

PIERRE CARDIN c.1980's Black & Ivory Color-Block Wool Long Sleeve Shift Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Pierre Cardin c.1980's black and ivory color-block wool cocktail dress. Long sleeve shift style. Crew neckline. Stylized curved princess seams. Center back zipper closure. Ce...
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1980s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Vintage Space Age Cut Out Circle Little Black Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Nice, FR
PIERRE CARDIN vintage Spage Age sleeveless dress featuring circle cut out on the chest. Fully lined. Back zip closure. Label reads PIERRE CARDIN BOUTIQUE Paris. Missing size tag. ...
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20th Century French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Pink Wool Coat 1980s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Cardin pink wool coat featuring a shocking pink color, cocoon oversized shape, snaps opening, large front pockets and a full lining. Circa:...
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1980s French Pierre Cardin

New Vintage Pierre Cardin Oversized 505 CAVALAIRE Ombre Nude 1970 Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New vintage Pierre Cardin oversized two tone ombre frame sporting a beautiful pair of two tone lenses. This pair have minor wear on them due to to nearly 70 years of storage and some...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Blue wool jersey jacket with black buttons Pierre Cardin
By Pierre Cardin, Pierre Cardin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue wool jersey jacket with black buttons. Fabric composition: 50% wool, 50% acrylic. Silk lining. Shoulder pads. SIZE 42 (Fr) 12 (Us)
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1980s French Pierre Cardin

1970 Pierre Cardin Green Mini Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Cardin "Les Jerseys de Pierre Cardin" green mini dress featuring a short length, front pockets, front buttons. Circa 1970s Estimated size 36fr/ US4/ ...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Silk Satin Foulard
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful black silk satin scarf designed by Pierre Cardin in the 1980s, fine French manufacture. SIGNED. It is entirely black, gold-trimmed, very elegant. Centrally, in addition to ...
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1980s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin 1960'S Brown Crocodile Skin Pouch Pochette Shoulder Bag
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 1960's PIERRE CARDIN pouch bag, with Singular shoulder strap and made entirely from crocodile skin. Features; Iconic PIERRE CARDIN exterior Emblem logo Press stud closure One large leather lined interior with additional small interior compartments Singe Strap MADE IN FRANCE Measurements; Length; 7'' Depth; 6'' Width; 2'' Strap; 25'' Condition; Condition 5/10. The bag is an Archival Museum Quality Piece...
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1960s French Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin Brown Cashmere Vintage Ceremony Pants Suit
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Pierre Cardin vintage 90s ceremony suit pants. Set consisting of jacket, pants and vests drop 4, classic model color brown, 90% wool 10% cashmere. Buttons in mother of pearl. Made in...
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1990s Italian Pierre Cardin

Long evening bustier dress in black velvet and faille Pierre Cardin Paris
By Pierre Cardin, Pierre Cardin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long evening bustier dress in black velvet and faille. Stiff band in the bottom edge. Boned bustier. Zip on the side. Elastic band on the bust. Silk lining inside the bust only, no l...
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1970s French Pierre Cardin

Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Purple Midi Dress with Silver Breastplate
By Pierre Cardin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Rare 1960's Pierre Cardin purple midi dress with silver geometric cutout breastplate from the Space Age collection. Sleeveless dress with medium-length center front slit. Silver-tone...
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1960s Pierre Cardin

Pierre Cardin fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Pierre Cardin fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red, blue, orange and other tones. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Nina Ricci, Louis Feraud, and André Courrèges appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Pierre Cardin fashion from top boutiques around the world. Pierre Cardin fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $36 and tops out at $10,500, while the average work can sell for $814.
Questions About Pierre Cardin
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    Yes, Pierre Cardin is a luxury brand. Founder Pierre Cardin launched his company in 1950, and the brand quickly won attention for its novel style. Unlike Dior's famous New Look, Cardin's clothes de-emphasized a woman's curves; his breakthrough pieces, like the Bubble dress, had a sculptural quality. In the following decade, Cardin introduced bright tunic dresses and shifts, marketed as the Space Age look, and accessorized them with vinyl hats and visors. He also achieved success in other design fields, most notably furniture. Explore a variety of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Pierre Cardin bags described as “leather” are made from real leather, including Italian, woven, vintage, perforated, rustic, and patterned leather. But Cardin also makes bags out of nylon and canvas. Find vintage and modern Pierre Cardin genuine leather bags from top sellers on 1stDibs.

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