Continuity of Cardin's Couture

Every great artist, musician + designer constantly strives to push boundaries, explore new styles + create new things. Pierre Cardin has spent over 60 years being a master of just that. Even the best "boundary-pushers," however, have a signature style -- a "library" of elements they constantly reference throughout their career + body of work. Cardin's library includes many iconic elements, from his use of unusual fabrics + trims to specific architectural constructions + stitching.

Iconic 1958 Pleat-back coat. Photo by Georges Dambierelle


1980 "Computers" collection, L'Officiel


1980 "Computers" collection, L'Officiel


Draped cape coat, 1980 L'Officiel


Fin back coat, 1980 L'Officiel


Pierre Cardin fitting model, c.1980


Lace dress c.1987, Philadelphia Museum of Art


1987 Haute couture fin back coat, L'Officiel

We are pleased to bring you this iconic vintage 1987 Pierre Cardin haute couture fin-back coat. A well documented and coveted piece. Truly iconic, one-of-a-kind find in a classic Cardin avant garde cut.

Heavy-weight magenta wool with single asymmetrical button closure. Amazing trapeze shape with huge draped fin construction that gives this piece the most amazing movement. Oversize shoulder pads. Unlined. Fully labeled. Pristine vintage condition. Made to measure haute couture piece - can easily fit multiple sizes due to construction. For purchase inquiries, visit http://www.bustownmodern.com.

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1988 double-breasted wool coat dress, L'Officiel

c. 1992/93 Pierre Cardin haute couture ensemble. Incredible, extremely hard to find piece. Dark navy blue light to mid-weight wool crepe. Simple high-waisted skirt tapers at the knee. Matching tunic features wide set shoulders and tapered cocoon cut body. Standing ivory-colored notched collar snaps in back. Hidden zipper in back. Fully lined in silk. For purchase inquiries, visit http://www.bustownmodern.com.

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Tie-waist jacket, 1964 L'Officiel


Vinyl-tie wool coat, 1970 L'Officiel


1992 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Spring collection, L'Officiel


1992 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Spring collection, detail


1993 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture tie-waist jacket, L'Officiel

Beautiful vintage haute couture houndstooth jacket by Pierre Cardin, c. 1993. Incredible classic Cardin avant garde construction featuring his signature vinyl circle ties at the waist. Oversize shoulders with slightly nipped waist and huge slits up each side. Very lightweight ultra soft wool. Unlined. Fully labeled. Excellent vintage condition. For purchase inquiries, visit http://www.bustownmodern.com.

Absolutely awesome vintage F/W 1992/93 Pierre Cardin haute couture houndstooth jacket. Button front with oversize shoulders, nipped waist and front ties with classic Cardin vinyl dots accenting the end of each tie. Mid-weight wool. Fully lined. Excellent vintage condition.


All pieces available online at http://www.bustownmodern.com.