Newsbytes
  • India
  • Business
  • World
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Science
  • Entertainment
  • Auto
  • Lifestyle
  • Inspirational
  • Career
  • Bengaluru
  • Delhi
  • Mumbai
  • Videos
  • Find Cricket Statistics
Hindi
More
Newsbytes
Hindi
Newsbytes
User Placeholder

Hi,

Logout


India
Business
World
Politics
Sports
Science
Entertainment
Auto
Lifestyle
Inspirational
Career
Bengaluru
Delhi
Mumbai
Videos
Find Cricket Statistics

More Links
  • Videos

Download Android App

Follow us on
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linkedin
  • Youtube
 
Home / News / World News / French designer Pierre Cardin, licensing pioneer, dies at 98
  • World

    French designer Pierre Cardin, licensing pioneer, dies at 98

    Srijita Sen <br/><i>(Sourced from PTI)</i>
    Written by
    Srijita Sen
    (Sourced from PTI)
    Mail
    Last updated on Dec 30, 2020, 12:37 pm
    French designer Pierre Cardin, licensing pioneer, dies at 98
  • French designer Pierre Cardin, who was the ultimate entrepreneurial designer, passed away on Tuesday. He was 98.

    The French Academy of Fine Arts announced the licensing pioneer's death in a tweet but did not mention the cause of his death. He had been among its illustrious members since 1992.

    Tellingly, his name emblazoned hundreds of products, from accessories to home goods.

  • In this article
    Cardin revolutionized the fashion industry, starting in the early 1950s Over-the-top clothes that made a big entrance A necktie fetched him more than a million-franc dress Cardin's philosophy and his take on his designs His flagship store still continues to show eye-catching designs First steps in the fashion world
  • Details

    Cardin revolutionized the fashion industry, starting in the early 1950s

    Cardin revolutionized the fashion industry, starting in the early 1950s
  • Along with Andre Courreges and Spains Paco Rabanne, two other Paris-based designers known for their avant-garde Space Age styles, Cardin revolutionized fashion starting in the early 1950s.

    At a time when Paris labels were obsessed with flattering the female form, Cardin's designs cast the wearer as a sort of glorified hanger, there to showcase the sharp shapes and graphic patterns of the clothes.

  • Details

    Over-the-top clothes that made a big entrance

    Over-the-top clothes that made a big entrance
  • His designs were all about making a big entrance.

    Gowns and bodysuits in fluorescent spandex were fitted with plastic hoops at the waist, elbows, wrists, and knees.

    Bubble dresses and capes enveloped their wearers in oversized spheres of fabric. Toques were shaped like flying saucers; bucket hats sheathed the model's entire head, with cut-out windshields at the eyes.

  • Details

    A necktie fetched him more than a million-franc dress

  • Interestingly, Cardin once earned more from a pair of stockings than a haute-couture gown with a six-figure tag.

    "The numbers don't lie," Cardin had said in a 1970 interview.

    "I earn more from the sale of a necktie than from the sale of a million-franc dress. It's counterintuitive, but the accounts prove it. In the end, it's all about the numbers," he had said.

  • Statement

    Cardin's philosophy and his take on his designs

  • "Fashion is always ridiculous, seen from before or after. But in the moment, it's marvelous," Cardin said in that interview.

    Meanwhile, a quote on his label's website said: The clothing I prefer is the one I create for a life that does not yet exist, the world of tomorrow.

    In the brand's heyday, goods bearing his fancy signature were sold at some 100,000 outlets worldwide.

  • Details

    His flagship store still continues to show eye-catching designs

  • That number diminished later, as Cardin's products were regarded as cheaply made and his clothing designs which, decades later, remained virtually unchanged from its 60s-era styles, felt dated.

    Meanwhile, Cardin used his wealth to snap up top-notch properties in Paris, including the belle epoque restaurant Maxims.

    His flagship store, located next to the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris, continues to showcase eye-catching designs.

  • Backgound

    First steps in the fashion world

    First steps in the fashion world
  • He worked as an assistant in the House of Paquin in 1945 and also helped design costumes for films (Beauty and the Beast, 1946)

    After working briefly with Elsa Schiaparelli and Christian Dior, Cardin opened his fashion house.

    His first real collection was showcased in 1953 and soon after, the celebrated bubble dress was launched in 1954, which put the label on the map.

  • Paris
  • France
  •  
Latest News
  • Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.19 million with 18K+ new cases
    Coronavirus: India's tally reaches 11.19 million with 18K+ new cases
    India
  • Harry, Markle speak about Diana in latest Oprah interview teaser
    Harry, Markle speak about Diana in latest Oprah interview teaser
    Entertainment
  • Infinix Hot 10 Play bags BIS certification, India launch soon
    Infinix Hot 10 Play bags BIS certification, India launch soon
    Science
  • Director Amole Gupte explains trolled 'Saina' poster to 'impatient world'
    Director Amole Gupte explains trolled 'Saina' poster to 'impatient world'
    Entertainment
  • 2021 Volkswagen T-Roc SUV becomes costlier by Rs. 1.36 lakh
    2021 Volkswagen T-Roc SUV becomes costlier by Rs. 1.36 lakh
    Auto
Related Timelines
  • What should we know about country chic kitchens
    What should we know about country chic kitchens
    World
  • Premier League, Arsenal 1-1 Leicester City: List of records broken
    Premier League, Arsenal 1-1 Leicester City: List of records broken
    Sports
Trending Topics
Liverpool Coronavirus
Next News Article
Share
Cancel

Want to share it with your friends too?

Facebook Whatsapp Twitter Linkedin
Copied

Love World news?

Subscribe to stay updated.

World Thumbnail
India News Business News World News Politics News Sports News Science News Entertainment News Auto News Lifestyle News Inspirational News
Career News Bengaluru News Delhi News Mumbai News Bharti Airtel Mukesh Ambani Indian Premier League Samsung Virat Kohli Rohit Sharma
Cricket News YouTube Hollywood News WhatsApp Bollywood News ISRO Yoga Honda Batman Football News
BMW Vaccine Reliance Jio OPPO Food News, Healthy Recipes Royal Challengers Bangalore Toyota Fashion Tips Taj Mahal Mercedes
Friends Series Isha Ambani India Vs England Cricket OnePlus Mobiles Android TV Smart TV Marvel Comics Avengers Neha Kakkar Premier League
Big Bang Theory Liverpool Chelsea X-Men
About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us News Reviews News Archive Topics Archive Find Cricket Statistics
Follow us on
Facebook Twitter Linkedin Youtube
All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2021