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What is Paris known for in fashion?
In fashion, Paris is known for being home to the headquarters of many luxury houses. Dior, Givenchy, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Chanel, Saint-Laurent, Celine, Hermès, Lanvin and Louis Vuitton all call the city home. Paris also draws crowds twice per year with Paris Fashion Week, a series of fashion shows that feature top maisons showcasing their latest pieces. In addition, the city is home to some of the top fashion schools in Europe, including ESMOD International, the Institut Francais de la Mode, Studio Berçot and the Paris College of Art. Explore a wide range of French apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
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Leonard Paris 1970s vintage signed 100% silk jersey floral print maxi dress
By Leonard, Leonard of Paris
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Signed Leonard Paris 1970s vintage maxi dress featuring bell sleeves and made in a botanical printed 100% silk jersey. The ...
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1970s Maxi Dress

Leonard Paris Rare Cheongsam Style Silk Jersey Butterfly Phoenix Print Dress
By Leonard of Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Leonard Paris, rare, cheongsam style silk jersey, butterfly & phoenix print dress. Short sleeve dress with a traditional cheongsam neckline band collar and decorative shoulder side f...
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1990s French Day Dresses

Vintage Leonard of Paris 1990s Size 44 Croc Print Fox Fur Collar 90s Sweater Top
By Leonard, Leonard of Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish vintage Leonard of Paris 1990s brown croc / alligator animal print sweater ! Features the softest, most luxurious fox fur around the collar. Warm colors of brown, rust orang...
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1990s French Pullovers

1980 S LEONARD OF PARIS Floral Silk Jersey Dress
By Leonard of Paris
Located in New York, NY
1980'S LEONARD OF PARIS Floral Silk Jersey Dress
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1980s Casual Dresses

Leonard Paris 1970 Luxury Couture Maxi Dress 70s Silk Velvet Gown
By Leonard of Paris
Located in Berlin, BE
Devine Evening Dress, Leonard Paris 1970 Luxurious vintage couture gown amde of high quality silk velvet. Stunning shape and the most vibrant col...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Leonard Paris Printed Silk Mini Dress / Tunic Pants Set 1970s
By Leonard of Paris
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Synonymous with luxury and innovation, Leonard Paris is collected for its unique prints, like the one found on this dazzling three-piece set from the 1970’s. The kaleidoscopic print has an oriental feel, incorporating flowers such as camellias and chrysanthemums which have traditionally been embroidered on kimonos in Japan. The multiple patterns form a rich canvas for this ensemble, and is a grand example of designer Daniel Tribouillard’s artistry and love of flowers. Done in a black silk jersey, the tunic begins with a high mandarin collar with cloth button closures, bringing some structure to the otherwise lounge-like feel of this set. Falling several inches above the knee, this tunic can easily be worn as a mini-dress, the beautifully draped kimono sleeves adding a flair of drama while allowing for greater ease of movement. The matching ankle-length pants have black piping down the sides and are tailored to perfection with a straight waistband, pockets, and front pleats, ensuring a slender fit. An accompanying belt of the same fabric may be worn tied at the waist, completing the elegant wrap style silhouette of this ensemble. The collar is done in print of small jewel-colored flowers and leaves, bordered by stripes of black, light pink, and magenta. This pattern repeats a second time in a concentric circle below the collar, elongating the neck. A pattern of pink whorls and large pink and black chrysanthemums winds its way through the body of the tunic, punctuated by bursts of blooming flowers with turquoise centers and red stamens, surrounded by clusters of magenta leaves. The kimono style sleeves are done largely in a red honeycomb pattern on a black ground with a small flower set in the center of each hexagon, while a contrasting print of black and pink flowers on a woven ivory ground is set down the side of each sleeve in a narrow band, emphasizing the line from the shoulder. The lower half of the tunic brings balance to the intricate medley of color above the waist, with evenly spaced rows of jewel-colored camellias on a black ground offering a stunning contrast with its use of negative space. A complimentary...
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1970s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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