We’re thrilled to offer a rare opportunity to offer garments directly from the official Pierre Cardin archives. Each piece was personally selected by us and is being released to the public for the very first time. Every garment features a “PIERRE CARDIN HERITAGE” cloth label, hand-stitched inside, signifying its authenticity and origin from the historic archives and its place in fashion history.
Year: 1980s
*Cardin's ready-to-wear presentations could be considered couture or demi-couture since the garments never went into production for stores. These pieces were made custom for clients or sometimes the runway garments were sold in the boutique and sometimes featured the boutique label.
This is possibly the garment from the runway show. Many of these pieces still bear model names or line-up numbers on the inside.
Label: Pierre Cardin Heritage
Color: Ivory & Grey
Fabric: Cotton Muslin
Lining: Unlined
Marked Size: Unlabeled
Measurement: Chest-42"
Description: This exceptional Pierre Cardin piece exemplifies the designer's visionary approach to avant-garde fashion during the 1980s. Constructed from lightweight woven muslin, the shirt showcases a meticulously structured silhouette featuring a cropped cut, cinched waist, and dramatically oversized architectural sleeves that define the era's experimental silhouette. The striking geometric chevron pattern in contrasting grey and cream creates visual movement across the garment, while a commanding wide collar and polished metallic snap-button front closure add refined detailing. A rare find for collectors of designer vintage and architectural fashion, this piece represents Cardin's innovative exploration of textile and form during his most creatively daring period.
