Dress
Christian Lacroix · spring/summer 1988
Christian Lacroix
- Theatrical couture
- Stage costume
Christian Lacroix studied art history before entering fashion, working at Hermès and then Jean Patou. He founded his own house in 1987.
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Dress
spring/summer 1988
Bright floral fabric sits against dark lace in this spring/summer 1988 dress. The full, gathered volume at the hips contrasts with a close-fitting upper body and narrower lace layer.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Qui a le droit?
1993 · V&A collection
Silk satin, silk net, chenille, silk and metal thread embroidery, paste gems.
© Victoria and Albert Museum, London
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Lace Bubble Dress
1989 · V&A collection
Lace and net.
© Victoria and Albert Museum, London
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Skirt suit
1988 · V&A collection
Printed silk grosgrain.
© Victoria and Albert Museum, London
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Evening dress
1996 · V&A collection
Chiné-printed silk taffeta and lace, embroidered with sequins, pastes and beads.
©Victoria and Albert Museum, London/Christian LacroixCollections & archive pieces
1 collections represented · 1 piecespring/summer 1988
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About Christian Lacroix
His designs brought bright color, lavish decoration and theatrical references into couture, while his work for opera and stage maintained a close exchange between fashion and performance.