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Balmain Haute Couture silk dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture (N°132-027) Dress composed of silk chiffon, embroidered with beads and
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1960s French Evening Dresses
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Viscose Embroidered Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture - Evening dress in viscose embroidered with pearly beads. No
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1980s French Evening Dresses
Balmain Haute Couture Dress and a Bolero Set, 1960s
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain Haute Couture - Set comprised of a dress and a bolero, composed of pink silk covered with
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1960s French Evening Dresses
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Long Silk Coat on Black and White
By Pierre Balmain Couture, Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture (Ribbon N°148889) Long silk coat with a black and white pattern
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1970s French Coats
Balmain Haute couture SS2000 Black Polka Dot silk Dress US4
By Balmain
Located in PARIS, FR
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture dress SS2000 collection by Gilles Dufour in black silk organza with
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Early 2000s French Day Dresses
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Silk & Guipure Dress, circa 1970
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Geneva, CH
A wonderful piece of Pierre Balmain haute couture, this effortless cream gown could make a perfect
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1970s French Evening Dresses
Vintage Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Silk Chiffon Evening Gown No.173.195
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Pierre Balmain haute couture No. 173.195 black silk chiffon halter neck evening gown with
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20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 1971 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Beaded Blue Velvet Jumpsuit and Jacket
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite Pierre Balmain Haute-Couture dark blue silk-velvet jumpsuit ensemble dating back to his
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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Printed satin blouse by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture - France Circa 1980
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980
France
Beautiful evening blouse in printed silk satin by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Category
1980s French Blouses
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Size: Equivalent size 38-40 France
Vintage Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Gown & Jacket Evening Ensemble No.155782/3
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Studio City, CA
Mid-1960's Pierre Balmain haute couture No.155782 gown with a high waist and featuring a brown
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 1998 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Sheer Illusion Appliqué Net Lace Gown
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture, Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Pierre Balmain haute couture runway gown from when Oscar de la Renta was head designer
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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
A Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress Numbered 112776 Circa 1965
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1965/1970
France
Elegant Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress numbered 112776 Circa
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses
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Size: Equivalent French Size 42/44
1949 Documented Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Grey Bar Jacket Suit
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture, Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
Fine and rare Pierre Balmain haute couture grey bar jacket and skirt suit attributed to the autumn
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1940s French Skirt Suits
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
By Gérard Uféras
Located in Vienna, AT
us in on a never-before-seen side of haute couture.
Daring women, teint de porcelaine and delicate
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1990s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
2000 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture by Oscar de la Renta Navy Car Coat
By Pierre Balmain, Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous navy blue Pierre Balmain haute couture car coat, designed by Oscar de la
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Early 2000s French Car Coats
Vintage 1973 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Navy Silk Pleated Petal Collar Gown
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ultra chic modernist Pierre Balmain haute couture navy blue gown dating back to the 1973 fall
Category
1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
PIERRE BALMAIN Haute Couture c.1964 Black Crystal Beaded Mink Fur Cropped Jacket
By Pierre Balmain Couture
Located in Thiensville, WI
PIERRE BALMAIN Haute Couture Black Crystal Beaded Mink Fur Ball Cropped Jacket
Brand
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1960s Cropped Jackets
A black kimono jacket by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture n. 111036 Circa 1975-1980
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1975-1980
France
A Black Grain de poudre kimono evening jacket by Pierre Balmain Haute
Category
1970s French Tuxedo Jackets
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Size: Equivalent French size 38-39
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture silk dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare silk haute couture dress with ruching from Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Color is
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1960's Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Floral Printed Silk Gown No.158143
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Studio City, CA
Early 1960's Pierre Balmain No. 158143 haute couture silk organza floral print gown with multi
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture black dress with flounced trim
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black haute couture wool dress with beautiful flounce trimmed in satin from Pierre Balmain
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1951 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Wide-Cuff Swing Coat
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Length: 23 inches
Total Length: 40 inches
This stunning Pierre Balmain Paris Haute Couture numbered
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1950s French Coats
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute COUTURE velvet dress with sheer lace detail
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet black silk velvet haute couture dress with unique sheer floral lace sleeves and
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
White guipure bustier wedding dress Pierre Balmain Haute-Couture Circa 1950's
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White guipure bustier wedding dress. Underdress with boned bustier and zip closure on the back and hook&eye closure on the tulle petticoat. Second zip on the top of the 1st one in th...
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1950s French Wedding Dresses
Balmain Couture Dress in Silk Crepe and Transparent Black Lace, circa 1990s
By Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - Haute Couture dress in silk crepe and transparent black lace. No size indicated, it fits
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1990s French Evening Dresses
Pierre Balmain (Attributed to) Haute Couture A-Line Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Geneva, CH
Late sixties wool and silk snakeskin like dress, attributed to Pierre Balmain haute couture. Lovely
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses
A Pierre Balmain Couture Turquoise Silk Chiffon Cocktail Gown Circa 1958
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958
France
Sumptuous cocktail or ball gown with Princess line by Pierre Balmain Haute
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1950s French Cocktail Dresses
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Size: Equivalent size France 35-36
Pierre Balmain Maxi Dress Haute Couture
By Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - (Made in France) Maxi robe Haute Couture avec traine en organza entièrement soutaché de
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1980s French Maxi Dress
Haute Couture Pierre Balmain by Oscar de la Renta Fall 1998 Runway Ensemble
By Pierre Balmain, Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Prague, CZ
Pierre Balmain Fall 1998 Haute Couture collection, designed by Oscar de la Renta, Look 47.
The ensemble
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haute Couture workshop
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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 1960s Haute Couture Balmain Dress and Jacket
By Balmain
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning piece and so wonderfuly constructed. The fabric is a wonderful orange and ivory print, with a super silk lining and an inner lining of tuile like fabric. The dress...
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1960s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
Vintage 1950's Pierre Balmain Couture Creme Beaded Embroidered Silk Bridal Gown
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
couture design with Balmain's extraordinary workmanship still readily apparent. The bodice is a seductive
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1950s French Ball Gowns
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN black velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress with rhinestones
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, haute couture, silk velvet dress with rhinestones from Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses
Pierre Balmain 1950s Haute Couture Cream Jacquard Two Piece Bridal Set
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This timeless 1950s New Look style Haute Couture two piece by Pierre Balmain is in impeccable
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1950s French Vintage Bridal Gowns
1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & White Haute Couture Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Jacke
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & White Haute Couture Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Jacket With Mink Collar
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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & Blue Haute Couture Silk Organza Beaded Trained Gow
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Gown is missing label and is priced accordingly. True Haute Couture construction fully boned and
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1950s French Evening Gowns
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN elaborately beaded silk and satin HAUTE COUTURE dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet black silk satin and velvet haute couture dress with unique spiral design and
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1960s Haute Couture Pierre Balmain Green Silk Chiffon Dress with Hand Bead Work
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Firenze, IT
fantastic blend of green silk chiffon dress by Pierre Balmain. It is exquisitely decorated with precious
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Curtains and Valances
Materials
Silk, Beads
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H 59.06 in W 36.62 in D 0.4 in
Haute Couture - Helena Christensen at Balmain
By Bruno Bisang
Located in New York City, NY
Bruno Bisang
Haute Couture
Helena Christensen at Balmain Fashion, 1998
16 x 20 inches
40 x 50 cm
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20th Century Contemporary Portrait Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Haute Couture Gown with Beaded Bodice
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gown by Pierre Balmain
Empire waist
Striped beaded bodice
Pink satin waistband
Purple silk linen
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Mid-20th Century Evening Gowns
1950'S BALMAIN Style Turquoise Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Embroidered Wi
Located in New York, NY
great French houses of the day such as Dior & Balenciaga. 1950'S BALMAIN Style Turquoise Haute Couture
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1950s Casual Dresses
Balmain Evening Clutch in Lame Gold Fabric and Embroideries
By Balmain
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning Balmain evening clutch. It is entirely handmade in Paris. Work of haute couture. Fabric in
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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches
Set of Six Original Maison Balmain Gouaches from the 1970-1980 Collection
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Washington, DC
Vintage set one-of-a-kind haute couture gouache fashion sketches by the Parisian Balmain Fashion
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20th Century French Paintings
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood, Paint
H 17.75 in W 13.75 in D 0.63 in
A French Couture dress and jacket in Pierre Balmain style - Circa 1972
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1972
France
Haute couture set with dress and jacket in navy blue jersey and silk
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1970s French Casual Dresses
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Size: Equivalent french size 38
Lanvin Castello Haute Couture Coral Silk Brocade Coat & Dress Ensemble 1950s
By Antonio del Castillo, Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin-Castello Haute Couture dress & coat ensemble in bright coral silk brocade from the 1950s
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1950s French Dress and Coat Ensembles
Vintage 1970s Molyneux Haute Couture Floral Sheer Silk & Black Crepe Halter Gown
By Molyneux
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredibly beautiful and ultra rare Molyneux haute couture gown dating back to the late 1970's. The
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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Balmain's Mermaid, A Night in Paris
By Gleb Derujinsky
Located in New York, NY
couture, when Balenciaga and Pierre Balmain were at the top of their game and Yves Saint Laurent and Karl
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1950s Modern Figurative Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Balmain and Lanvin, Long Stem Roses
By Gleb Derujinsky
Located in New York, NY
couture, when Balenciaga and Pierre Balmain were at the top of their game and Yves Saint Laurent and Karl
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1950s Figurative Photography
Materials
Archival Pigment
Couture Cis Zoltowska FingerlikeProngSet Red CrackleGlass Balls Silver Earrings
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in Chicago, IL
In the mid-century, Austro-Hungarian Comtesse Cissy Zoltowska designed haute-couture costume
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Silver, Mixed Metal
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H 1 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in
New Jacques Fath Paris Sheer Black Demi-Couture Linen Lingerie Skirt - M, 1990s
By Jacques Fath Paris
Located in Tucson, AZ
One of the demigods of French Haute Couture in the 1950s, Jacques Fath tragically died at age 42
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1990s French A-Line Skirts
Size: none; comparable to size M
CHANEL GRIPOIX 1950, NECKLACE and BRACELET, gadrooned gilt beads, Gripoix glass
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
, bracelet weight 20 g,
good condition.
The oldest and probably best-known of the haute couture jewelry
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Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old NECKLACE,
vintage from the 50s,
multi-color glass cabochons,
haute couture designer
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Vintage 1950s French Choker Necklaces
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old NECKLACE,
vintage from the 50s,
multi-color glass cabochons,
haute couture designer
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Vintage 1950s French Choker Necklaces
Augustine By Gripoix, Gold and Blue Poured Glass Flower Brooch
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Couture Houses, such as Chanel, Yves Saint-Laurent and Dior... not to mention Givenchy, Balmain, Lacroix
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1990s French Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Printed silk and ostrich feather dress and coat - France Circa 1975-1980
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1975
France
Spectacular unidentified Haute Couture ensemble, dedicated to a ceremony and
Category
1970s French Maxi Dress
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Size: Equivalent to size 36/38 France
JACQUES FATH, clip-on Earrings, signed, FRANCE, Vintage
By Jacques Fath
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
dominantes dans la haute couture d'après-guerre, avec Cristóbal Balenciaga, Christian Dior ou Pierre Balmain
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20th Century French Artist Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Mixed Metal
ROGER Jean Pierre, Magnificent old brooch, vintage from the 50s, High fashion
By Roger Jean-Pierre
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old BROOCH,
vintage 50's,
glass rhinestones, glass beads,
by Haute Couture designer
Category
Vintage 1950s French Artist Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
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H 3.55 in W 2.37 in
ROGER Jean Pierre, Magnificent old brooch, vintage from the 50s
By Roger Jean-Pierre
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
ancienne,
vintage des années 50's,
en métal noirci, strass en verre, perles,
par créateur Haute Couture
Category
Vintage 1950s French Artist Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old BROOCH, vintage 50s, High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
collected.
FR:
Magnifique BROCHE ancienne,
vintage des années 50,
créateur haute couture CIS comtesse
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Vintage 1950s French Brooches
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W 1.19 in L 1.38 in
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old BROOCH, vintage 50s, High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
collected.
FR:
Magnifique BROCHE ancienne,
vintage des années 50,
créateur haute couture CIS comtesse
Category
Vintage 1950s French Brooches
Materials
Mixed Metal
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W 1.19 in L 1.5 in
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- Is Balmain haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024Yes, Balmain is haute couture. The term haute couture refers to high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish. The world of haute couture is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France.
Fashion designer Pierre Balmain established his now-iconic label in 1945. In the postwar years, Balmain became known for bell-shaped skirts falling from slender waists, structured jackets over sheath day dresses and embellishments like fur trim.
From the dresses favored by Hollywood icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich to the sleek, skinny jeans seen on Nicki Minaj, Kid Cudi and every Kardashian, clothes from the House of Balmain have long been mainstays in celebrity wardrobes. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs. - What is haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Haute couture is the name of custom-designed clothing that select fashion houses produce. To qualify as haute couture, a maker must receive certification from the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Each year, this chamber of commerce publishes a list of the current haute couture maisons. Shop a selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The difference between couture and haute couture comes down to the regulations and laws of France. A couture fashion label is any label that produces made-to-order pieces for clients. To be accurately identified as haute couture, a couture maison must secure certification from the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris. Each year, this organization publishes a list of current haute couture fashion houses. Explore a large selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Is Versace haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Yes, Versace is haute couture. The Italian fashion house is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which firms can operate with haute couture status.
More than any designer before him, Gianni Versace mined celebrity, music and Pop art for inspiration. In fact, the New York Times noted in 1997 that the fashion industry "is now driven by contemporary culture because Mr. Versace made it that way."
On 1stDibs, find vintage Versace clothing and accessories. - What qualifies as haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Haute couture is described as high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish and is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France. You can shop a variety of top fashion houses' haute couture designs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Mugler haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Whether Mugler is haute couture may vary from year to year. This is due to the fact that the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode updates its list of haute couture fashion houses annually. Generally, the French luxury fashion house founded by Thierry Mugler has regularly appeared on the list of official haute couture fashion houses. Explore a variety of Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- What is a haute couture dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024A haute couture dress is dress is a dress that was made by an esteemed haute couture designer. Dresses created by haute couture houses are constructed by hand from start to finish. They’re made of the finest materials and are individually tailored to meet the needs of a specific client.
Haute couture garments are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are examples of universally revered haute couture houses.
Find haute couture dresses on 1stDibs. - Is Dior haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 20, 2024Yes, Dior is haute couture.
The French luxury fashion house Christian Dior is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which maisons can operate with haute couture status.
When Christian Dior launched his haute couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.
On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Dior apparel and accessories. - Is Louis Vuitton haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Yes, Louis Vuitton is haute couture. The iconic French luxury brand is a member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body of haute couture as an art form.
Founded in 1868 as the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture and renamed FHCM in 2017, the organization has around 100 members — and Sidney Toledano, the CEO of Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), sits on its executive committee. "Haute couture" is a legal term that, literally translated, means "high sewing" and refers to innovative, hand-crafted garments created for private clients and presented to the public every January and July.
Find vintage Louis Vuitton Neverfull bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024In fashion, “haute couture” means "high sewing" or "high dressmaking." Haute couture is French and refers to the creation of one-of-a-kind pieces by an esteemed fashion designer or house for a particular client.
Haute couture garments such as dresses are pieces of clothing constructed by hand from start to finish and are made with the highest quality materials. They are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are some of fashion's universally revered haute couture houses. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024The difference between ready-to-wear and haute couture comes down to availability and pricing as well as whether or not the brand in question can assert haute couture status (this denomination is protected by law). Haute couture garments are crafted by maisons that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Haute couture items are custom-made and individually tailored to fit the wearer. As a result, they sell for very high prices. Fashion houses produce ready-to-wear apparel on a much larger scale in a range of predetermined sizes and sell it at lower price points. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel and accessories.
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