2005 Velvet & Feather Dress, Size 6

FROM THE PIERRE CARDIN ARCHIVES!

We’re thrilled to offer a rare opportunity to offer garments directly from the official Pierre Cardin archives. Each piece was personally selected by us and is being released to the public for the very first time. Every garment features a “PIERRE CARDIN HERITAGE” cloth label, hand-stitched inside, signifying its authenticity and origin from the historic archives and its place in fashion history.

Year: 2005

*Cardin's ready-to-wear presentations are considered couture or demi-couture since the garments never went into production for stores and were made custom for clients or the runway models were sold in the boutique sometimes featuring the boutique label. 

This is the runway garment from the show. Many of these pieces still bear model names or line-up numbers on the inside. 

Label: Boutique Pierre Cardin Paris / Pierre Cardin Heritage 

Color: Brown & Burgundy 

Fabric: Silk & Feathers

Lining:  Unlined

Marked Size: FR-38

Measurements: Bust-36" / Waist-38"

Description: Chocolate brown velvet cocktail dress featuring a clean strapless shift silhouette dramatically contrasted by an exaggerated hem of voluminous fuchsia feathers in varying textures and patterns. The asymmetric neckline is accented with an angular satin bow appliqué and feather detail at the shoulder, echoing the movement and color of the feathered hem. The minimalist body of the dress highlights the richness of the velvet while allowing the sculptural embellishments to take focus, creating a bold and playful evening look characteristic of Cardin’s theatrical approach to couture-inspired design.

Condition: Gently Worn with no obvious damage

Item: #128449