This piece is part of the exclusive Pierre Cardin Heritage Collection —
Garments personally selected by Vintage Martini from Cardin's official archives and offered publicly for the first time. Each piece bears an authenticated hand-stitched PIERRE CARDIN HERITAGE cloth label documenting its origin and place in fashion history.
Description: Pierre Cardin Spring/Summer 2003 cotton check ensemble featuring a sleeveless zip-front vest paired with matching tailored trousers in an oversized black, ivory, and gray buffalo plaid. Architectural flap pockets, a stand collar with snap closure, and an integrated geometric belt create the streamlined, utilitarian silhouette characteristic of Cardin's early-2000s menswear. Crafted in crisp cotton, the bold oversized check balances classic workwear inspiration with the house's unmistakable futuristic aesthetic. A rare runway ensemble that reflects Pierre Cardin's continued exploration of graphic pattern, architectural tailoring, and modern proportion.
Year
2003
Label
Pierre Cardin, Paris & Pierre Cardin Heritage
Color
Black & Ivory
Fabric
Cotton
Lining
Unlined
Marked Size
Unmarked
Measurements
Chest-40" / Waist-32" / Inseam-34" (Unhemmed)
Condition
Gently worn with no obvious damage.
Item
#5650
Cardin's presentations of this era are considered couture or demi-couture — pieces made custom for individual clients or runway models, never produced for general retail. This may be the original runway piece.
The primary image is a digital reference rendering. Gallery images show the actual garment.
