1990's Christian Lacroix Khaki Green & Gold Jacket Mini Skirt Set - 2 Piece Suit
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Marked Size: 42 (EU)Bust: 19 in (48.26 cm)
- Style:1990's (Of the Period)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Sheffield, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3407222336352
Christian Lacroix
At a time when sharp padded shoulders and crisp lines were trending, Christian Lacroix created venturesome clothing that was bubbly, flirtatious and exuberant.
The iconic French fashion designer, whose body of work includes handbags and purses, evening dresses, jackets and lots more, has always favored theater over fashion. He has long integrated corsets and bustles into his work, drawing on diverse cultures and citing epic historical dramas as inspirations. Today he is creating opera costumes, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that his colorful and voluminous garments captured the excesses and defined the extravagant frivolity of the 1980s as well as the sensuality and boldness of the 1990s.
Lacroix studied art history at the University of Montpellier and museum studies at École du Louvre and the Sorbonne in Paris. He aspired to become a museum curator or costume designer but instead entered the world of fashion, specifically haute couture, with the support of his now-wife Françoise Rosenthiel, who helped get his sketches to Hermès. Lacroix was offered an assistant job at the legendary luxury brand and later worked as a designer at the House of Patou in 1981.
Lacroix’s career flourished and his profile soared from then on, as he established his own label in 1987, using layers of fabric and consistently clashing prints in his designs for opulent pouf skirts, vibrant floral maxi day dresses as well as jewelry and watches that commanded attention. He created a ready-to-wear line for Italian manufacturer Genny and dressed dancers at the American Ballet Theatre company.
Lacroix became the artistic director of Italian fashion house Emilio Pucci in 2002, and, over time, he continued to secure work in the fields of theater, opera and other performance art, designing costumes for a range of stage productions. Alongside designs by Stella McCartney, Karl Lagerfeld and others, Madonna wore a corset during her 2004 “Re-Invention World Tour” that was created for her by Lacroix.
Today, the maison founded by the designer in 1987 is owned by the Falic Fashion Group, but Lacroix continues to design womenswear for brands such as Desigual as well as for the stage. His larger-than-life aesthetic has also been translated into a range of accessories and fragrances as well as various interior furnishings such as tableware and household linens. Lacroix has completed interior design projects at a number of hotels and has partnered with the likes of Christofle and other firms over the years. In whatever form it takes, the sumptuousness and glamour of a Lacroix design is unmistakable.
Find a range of vintage Christian Lacroix clothing, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- Early 1990's DOLCE & GABBANA Tiger Print Faux Fur Jacket Pants Suit Matching SetBy Dolce & GabbanaLocated in Sheffield, GBAn Iconic early 1990's Tiger print, textured faux fur suit by DOLCE & GABBANA featuring a Double breasted, Belted Coat with Huge faux fur contrast lapels and...Category
1990s Italian Trouser Pant Suits
- 1990s Christian Lacroix matching Green Lilac Jacket Mini Skirt Set Jacquard SuitBy Christian LacroixLocated in Sheffield, GBFabulous 1990's Vintage Boucle Jacket and Mini Skirt Set by Christian Lacroix, in a superb 'LaCroix' signature material constructed of Lilac, Gre...Category
1990s Skirt Suits
- Archival 1990's Moschino Patchwork Colourful Matching Waistcoat & Shorts SetBy Franco Moschino, MoschinoLocated in Sheffield, GBSuperb, Rare colourful 1990's Moschino Two Piece set, comprising of a button down vest & matching high waisted cotton shorts. MADE IN ITALY Features: ...Category
1990s Italian Twin Sets
- Versace Y2K Denim Print Two Piece SuitBy VersaceLocated in Sheffield, GBEarly 2000's VERSACE JEANS COUTURE jacket & trousers set. An iconic millenial Versace set in blue denim printed fabric, with sparkly 'VERSACE JEANS COUTURE' spell out. Features: ...Category
20th Century Italian Trouser Pant Suits
- Dolce & Gabbana Y2K Lace Up Dark Denim Two Piece Jacket & Crop Pants SuitBy Dolce & GabbanaLocated in Sheffield, GB2000's Dolce & Gabbana dark denim two piece. Featuring a fitted denim jacket and matching pedal pusher crop pants. Features; Jacket; Contrast white s...Category
Early 2000s Italian Trouser Pant Suits
- Dolce & Gabbana 'D&G' Repeat Logo Jacquard Two Piece Matching Jacket Jeans SetBy D&G by DOLCE & GABBANALocated in Sheffield, GBEarly 2000's Dolce & Gabbana denim two piece matching set. Featuring iconic D&G jacquard logo monogram throughout. Features; Jacket; Centra line button fasten Dolce & Gabanna emb...Category
Early 2000s Italian Trouser Pant Suits
- Giorgio di Sant Angelo Suede Vest and Skirt Ensemble, Circa 1970sBy Giorgio di Sant' AngeloLocated in Brooklyn, NY1970s two piece vest and skirt set. Midnight blue suede & interior leather. Circle cut outs with electric green leather "polka dot" inlay. Sleeveless v...Category
1970s American Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
- Morphew Collection Sea Green Polka Dot Print Cold Rayon Bias Draw String PajamasBy MorphewLocated in New York, NYMorphew Collection Sea Green Polka Dot Print Cold Rayon Bias Draw String Pajamas MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials sourced from...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pajamas
- Morphew Collection Green & Yellow Dragon Novelty Print Cold Rayon Bias Draw StrBy MorphewLocated in New York, NYMorphew Collection Green & Yellow Dragon Novelty Print Cold Rayon Bias Draw String Pajamas MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials so...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pajamas
- Morphew Collection Black & White Tic Tac Toe Novelty Print Cold Rayon Bias PajaBy MorphewLocated in New York, NYMorphew Collection Black & White Tic Tac Toe Novelty Print Cold Rayon Bias Pajamas MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials sourced fr...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pajamas
- Morphew Collection Black & White Polka Dot Cold Rayon Bias Pajamas Master MediumBy MorphewLocated in New York, NYMorphew Collection Black & White Polka Dot Cold Rayon Bias Pajamas Master Medium MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials sourced from...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pajamas
- Morphew Collection Indigo Blue Tiger Head Print Cold Rayon Bias PajamasBy MorphewLocated in New York, NYMorphew Collection Indigo Blue Tiger Head Print Cold Rayon Bias Pajamas MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials sourced from around t...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pajamas