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...
While Pierre Cardin enjoyed great success in a range of fields, most notably furniture, he is best known for creating groundbreaking fashion designs from the 1950s onward. The French designer’s attention-getting aesthetic, along with his talent for self-promotion, made him a household name on several continents, and his mid-century dresses, jackets, gowns and skirts were modern, flattering and no less than transformative.
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 that included Paquin and Schiaparelli, before taking a job with Christian Dior in 1946, where he helped conceive the legendary New Look collection of 1947. When Cardin left to open his own salon, in 1950, Dior sent flowers and referred clients to his young protégé.
The designer quickly won attention for his novel style. The first Pierre Cardin couture collection debuted in 1952, and his futuristic looks were catnip for the free-spending consumers of the postwar years. Unlike Dior’s New Look, which featured reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, Cardin’s clothes de-emphasized a woman’s curves; his breakthrough pieces like the Bubble dress of 1954 had, instead, a sculptural quality.
Cardin became an international celebrity with his Bubble dress, and the business expanded rapidly, attracting clients like Jacqueline Kennedy, Mia Farrow, Lauren Bacall and Jeanne Moreau. Perhaps his most significant achievement was introducing ready-to-wear fashion, a radical concept that would ultimately be adopted by every other high-fashion house. He was also a pioneer in marketing to Japan, China and the countries behind the Iron Curtain.
The Soviet Union’s launch of the satellite Sputnik in 1957 kicked off the space race. Soon after, fashion designers adopted styles worn by astronauts and drew further inspiration from science fiction. In the swinging 1960s, Cardin’s Space Age design led an international pack of fashion progressives influenced by the Mod movement including Paco Rabanne, André Courrèges, Mary Quant and Rudi Gernreich, that changed the shape of the industry.
Cardin introduced bright tunic dresses and shifts, marketed as the Space Age look and accessorized with vinyl hats and visors. His work was architectural, streamlined and minimalist: A-line shapes with keyhole necklines and bold geometric appliques. In addition to his Bubble dress, the designer became known for his Target and Car Wash dresses as well as his Cosmocorps unisex bodysuits and jumpers. Cardin innovated constantly, using new materials like heat-molded Cardine (his own invention) and creating glittery evening wear and garments that incorporated LED lights. His omnipresent logo — a swirling black P that cleverly created a white C in the negative space around it — was a commercial touch that horrified fashion’s stuffed shirts.
In the 1970s Cardin expanded his design work into furniture, jewelry and watches as well as automobiles. Later, licensing agreements would put Cardin’s name on goods ranging from perfume to sunglasses.
Cardin has been the subject of several books and exhibitions at major museums, including New York’s Brooklyn Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, London’s Victoria and Albert, and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
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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...
1960s Pierre Cardin Vintage Mod Linen Dress and Sash Belt
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1960s linen dress by Pierre Cardin with contrasting mod stitching and a matching sash belt. Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Matching Sash Front Button and Snap Closure C...
Swinging 1960’s PIERRE CARDIN Bohemian Shaggy Racoon Long Real Fur Coat
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sheffield, GB
A swingin' 1960’s vintage striped long fur coat from the house of PIERRE CARDIN. Featuring long sleeves, statement collar, hip pockets, leather panel inserts and a blushing Organdy P...
1960s Pierre Cardin Couture Vintage Space Age Red White Polka Dot Cut Out Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and super rare vintage 60s PIERRE CARDIN Couture red and white mod dress with sash belt! Heavy duty soft double cotton keeps shape nice, while ...
Pierre Cardin Wool Princess Coat with Fox Fur Collar, Circa 1970s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pierre Cardin camel beige wool princess coat fit and flare silhouette notch lapel fox fur collar princess seams banded waist blush pink buttons at waist & sleeve cuffs two button clo...
Pierre Cardin 1960s Scarf Hem Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible forest green silk maxi dress with red, orange, rust, blue and celery green dots by Pierre Cardin. The dress is sleeveless with a crew neck and attached by a point at mi...
Pierre Cardin Op Art Scarf Hem Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Pierre Cardin Op Art Scarf Hem Dress in hyponotic rayon georgette print. A simple sleeveless sheath has dozens of scarves applied at hip level to cre...
$1,109Sale Price|20% Off
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/ ...
Vintage 1960's Pierre Cardin Ladies Skirt Suit Pleated Wool Suit UK 12 US 8
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautifully tailored 1960's Pierre Cardin black wool skirt suit, rendered in an iconic 1960's silhouette, is the perfect addition to your vintage collection. The V shaped neck...
Pierre Cardin Avant Garde Black Cut Out Cage Cold Shoulder Tunic Dress, 1980s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique vintage black avant garde dress by Pierre Cardin from the 1980s. Unlined with no closure (pulls on over head). 52% linen, 48% cotton. The marked size is 12, and the dress fits...
Pierre Cardin 1960s Iconic Metal Hardware Collar Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An amazing purple wool dress from Pierre Cardin. It is sleeveless, skims the body then flares subtly to midi length with a center front slit. Around the neckline is a stunning silver metal hardware...
Pierre Cardin 1960's Black and White Mod Leather Gloves, Narrow 6.5
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Creation Pierre Cardin Paris Made by Aris Soft supple leather with the most MOD white patent leather applique cuff border. Truly a staple for any 60s mod collector of Cardin. Very...
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/ UK8 In good vintage condit...
Pierre Cardin 1966 Mod Green Color Block Op Art Shift Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1966 Pierre Cardin dress is a piece of fashion history—a true museum-worthy mod dress from one of the most iconic designers of the Space Age era. Bold lime green, aqua, and whit...
Vintage Pierre Cardin "Space Age" Structured Black Jacket from the 1970s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Genova, IT
Pierre Cardin 1970s Space Age Structured Jacket ABOUT A structured black jacket by Pierre Cardin featuring a geometric design inspired by the futuristic and space-age worlds, which...
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...
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 sle...
Pierre Cardin Mod Logo Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Cardin Mod Logo Sunglasses from the 1960's. Unusual brownish gradient shades with undulating arms and oversized butterfly shaped frame. Enamel "PC" Logo and iridescent deep ma...
Rare Vintage Pierre Cardin Black ' Speedy ' Handbag Bag Signature Purse Satchel
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage Pierre Cardin black 'Speedy' satchel! Features the signature Pierre Cardin crest throughout. Classic silhouette that is timeless, yet utterly chic! Features zip top, wit...
Long evening drape navy blue dress and rhinestone brooch Pierre Cardin
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long evening drape navy blue dress with ruffles on the bottom and rhinestone brooch. Tulle lining in the bottom. Padded bra. SIZE M
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Camouflage Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN "KISS" Camouflage Sunglasses Features: - 100% Authentic PIERRE CARDIN from its iconic "KISS" collection. - Oversized lip shape sunglasses in camo...
Mustard yellow wool single breasted coat with brown velvet detail PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Mustard yellow wool single breasted coat with brown velvet detail. Main fabric composition: 80% wool, 20% nylon. Lining composition: 100% acetate. Velvet button and buttonhole on th...
Off-white Tweed single breasted jacket with pearl button PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white Tweed single breasted jacket with pearl button . Main fabric composition: 100% acrylic. Branded Lining composition: 100% polyester Shoulder pad. Pearl button and buttonhole...
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN Foldable Tortoise Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1960s Iconic PIERRE CARDIN Foldable Tortoise Sunglasses Features: - 100% Authentic PIERRE CARDIN from its 1960s collection. - Foldable and rectangular frame with tortoise p...
Blue sleeveless terry clothes summer dress Pierre Cardin Modes Circa 1960's
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue sleeveless terry clothes summer dress. Hook&eye closure on the middle back. Pocket on both side. SIZE XS
Vintage Rare Pierre Cardin C22 Michael Caine 1960's Sunglasses
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Futuristic Pierre Cardin Rectangular Frame Sporting A Beautiful Pair Of Medium Brown Lenses. This Pair Have Slight Wear On Them Due To To Nearly 60 Years Of Storage. Th...
1970s Pierre Cardin Brown Top Handle Clutch
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful Pierre Cardin brown skin clutch from the 1970s. Rectangular with gold tone metal hardware and retractable top handle. Small PC logo on le...
Burgundy faux fur single breasted coat PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Burgundy faux fur single breasted coat with button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Main fabric composition: 44% acrylic, 37% cotton. Branded rayon lining. Pocket on both ...
Pierre Cardin Vintage 1970s Lavender Viscose Attached Necklace Halter Dress.
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Pierre Cardin vintage 1970s attached necklace halter dress.This elegant piece is made in a viscose lavender tone color fabric that creates soft, fluid drape. The halter neckline is a...
Pierre Cardin Silk Cape Back Dress 1960s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible dress from Pierre Cardin in off white silk with abstract navy shapes. The neckline, wrists and hem are highlighted with rows of top stitching on solid off white. An amazing cape panel drapes from the shoulders at the back of the dress. The dress and cape are fully silk lined and has a fine back hand stitched painted metal zipper. A rare couture...
Late 1960s Pierre Cardin Scarlet Swing Coat
By Pierre Cardin, Pierre Cardin Paris
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Shocking scarlet Pierre Cardin from the late 1960s. Incredible condition, the wool boucle exterior is cozy and bright with two front flap faux pockets. Double breasted closure with o...
Black see-through knit sweater PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black see-through knit sweater . Knit composition; 100% acrylic. SIZE 42 (Fr) L
1960's Pierre Cardin Purple Dress with Chrome Keyhole Neckline
By Pierre Cardin
Located in New Hope, PA
Pierre Cardin designed this purple sleeveless A-line dress in the 1960's. The chrome accented keyhole neckline makes it just as popular today. The purple wool keyhole is edged with...
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...
Pale yellow jacket and skirt ensemble PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale yellow jacket and skirt ensemble. Main fabric composition: 50% rayon, 50% polyester. Acetate lining ( inside the skirt only) Snap closure on the middle front . SIZE on tag : 40...
1960's PIERRE CARDIN black leather and brown shearling jacket
By Pierre Cardin, Pierre Cardin Paris
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This 1960's Pierre Cardin jacket combines dark brown shearling with black leather for a rich tonal contrast. The body is made of soft, dense shearling, while the sleeves, collar, and...
Pierre Cardin belt / necklace (Attributed to)
By Pierre Cardin
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PIERRE CARDIN - Three-row silvery metal chain necklace / belt decorated with a flower with a silvery metal sphere in the center. Not signed jewelry attributed to Pierre Cardin. A Col...
A Space Age Pierre Cardin Dress in chocolate jersey Circa 1970/1975
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970/1975 France Astonishing dress from the futuristic or Space Age period by Pierre Cardin dating from the early 1970s. Sleeveless pinafore dress in thick chocolate jersey. La...
Brown sleeveless leather dress with belt PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown sleeveless leather dress with belt . Rayon lining. Zip closure on the middle front. Belt, buckle and belt-loop. SIZE 40 (Fr) L
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...
Vintage Pierre Cardin 1970s Blue + White Heart Print Flutter Sleeve 70s Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Flirty late 1970s PIERRE CARDIN for NEIMAN MARCUS royal blue and white heart print flutter sleeve dress! Features a blue background with white hearts printed throughout. Elastic wais...
1960's Vintage PIERRE CARDIN Crocodile Skin Pouch Bag with Shoulder Strap
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sheffield, GB
A rare 1960's PIERRE CARDIN pouch bag, with Singular shoulder strap and made entirely from crocodile skin with large and iconic sixties Cardin Logo. 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 ONE SIZE. Measurements provided in inches; Length; 7'' Depth; 6'' Width; 2'' Strap; 25'' Condition 5/10. The bag is considered an Archival Museum Quality Piece...
$183Sale Price|25% Off
1990s Pierre Cardin Red Print Sport Casual Top Vest
By Pierre Cardin
Located in London, GB
1990s Pierre Cardin Top Vest, front white print, in red cotton Size: S/M - it wears in a baggy style Condition: vintage, 1990s, some light wear, images true to condition
Printed mini dress PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed mini dress . Fabric composition: polyester. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. SIZE 38/40
Pierre Cardin Mid-1960's Haute Couture Silk Cocktail Dress w/Feather Trim
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Studio City, CA
Mid-1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture chocolate brown silk cocktail dress featuring a scoop neckline, wraparound necktie w/side bow and brown feather trim at the hem. Lined with silk...
Vintage Pierre Cardin Cocktail Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in London, GB
A vintage black wool cocktail dress by Pierre Cardin . The dress has a double ruffle detail on one side and over the shoulder and single ruffle detail on the cuff. There is a 5 1/2'...
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...
Black chiffon organza and silk dress with belt Pierre Cardin Boutique Circa 1960
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black chiffon organza and silk dress with belt. SIZE 10 (Us)
Black see-through sweater with large turtle neck PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black see-through sweater with large turtle neck. Knit composition: acrylic SIZE 42
A Pierre Cardin Black Couture Jersey Evening Dress Circa 1976/1978
By Pierre Cardin Couture, Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1976/1978. France Evening dress by Pierre Cardin Haute Couture in black silk jersey dating from the late 1970s. Crew neck dress in stretchy black silk jersey, with long bat sle...
Pierre Cardin Tiny Red heart Polka dot Vintage bustier - Black lace Corset
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sheffield, GB
Pierre Cardin circa 1990 black lace Bustier, crafted from a stretchy nylon/ elastane blended material in a delicate tiny red hearts polka dot print. USA 38B / Recomended Size UK10-1...
Pierre Cardin Mod Color Block Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous much documented in the 1960s red and black dress from the master Pierre Cardin. It has a crew neckline and short sleeves both with black trim. It is fully lined in red a...
Pierre Cardin "Boutique" Black Wool Accented with Fox Collar Evening Jacket
By Pierre Cardin
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Cardin "Boutique" wonderful elegant fully lined black wool accented with a black fox collar has two buttons in front. The fox collar ha...
$183Sale Price|50% Off
1980s Pierre Cardin Black Tan Logo Flap Shoulder Bag
By Pierre Cardin
Located in London, GB
1980s Pierre Cardin Black Tan Logo Flap Shoulder Bag, black leather exterior, zippered closure, tan leather flap, gold matte hardware, zipped interior pocket, adjustable leather str...
Black wool jacket with bow tie PIERRE CARDIN "JEUNESSE" for TAKASHIMAYA
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool jacket with bow tie. Lining is probably rayon or acetate. Hidden snap closure on the middle front with decorative button on the top. SIZE 38/ M
Pierre Cardin 1960s Silk Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 1960's silk dress from Pierre Cardin in a brightly colored abstract print in blues, green, fuchsia and white. It has semi sheer full sleeves which gather at the wrists. Th...
A Pierre Cardin padded Silk Jacket From Jacqueline de Ribes Wardrobe Circa 1985
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1985 France A Pierre Cardin’s turquoise cloque satin suit jacket (attributed to) dating from the 1980s. Presumed and oral origin of the wardrobe of Madame Jacqueline de Ribes w...
Pink rayon dress with belt PIERRE CARDIN
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink rayon dress with belt. Acetate lining ( only on the top front of the dress. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle back. Pocket on both side + one "fake" pocket on the top....
Orange, red and brown wool patchwork dress Pierre Cardin Circa 1970's
By Pierre Cardin Paris, Pierre Cardin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange, red and brown wool patchwork dress. No fabric composition tag but the lining is probably in silk ( and not inside the sleeve, only the body) Zip closure and hook&eye on the m...
Vintage Pierre Cardin 1970s Acrylic Logo Jacquard Knit A-Line Mini Skirt Sz 9
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Pierre Cardin acrylic jacquard knit skirt, dating to the late 1970s / early 1980s. This striking mod-inspired piece features an allover geometric Pierre C...
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