Question 1

Which direction do you wear a pear shaped ring?

Accepted Answer

While a pear-shaped ring can be worn either way, most commonly it is worn with the tip of the diamond facing upwards to look like a falling teardrop when the hand is raised. This also helps create the impression of longer fingers.

Question 2

What is the difference between fashion design and costume design?

Accepted Answer

The difference between fashion design and costume design is the end goal of the design process. Fashion design is the term for creating apparel, accessories, bags, shoes and jewelry intended for people to wear in their everyday lives for casual, work and special occasions. Costume design focuses on creating similar items for performers to wear during theatrical and other stage productions, television shows and films. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel and accessories.

Question 3

What is Eastlake design?

Accepted Answer

Eastlake is a design movement started by architect Charles Eastlake. It is considered part of the late Victorian-era and features geometric shapes and curves in furniture, a nod towards modernism. You can shop a collection of Eastlake furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 4

Who is Balmain's designer?

Accepted Answer

Balmain’s designer is Olivier Rousteing, the iconic French couture house’s current creative director. Rousteing is an alum of Roberto Cavalli. He was installed as Balmain’s creative director in 2011. Shop vintage Balmain clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Who is Balenciaga the designer?

Accepted Answer

Cristóbal Balenciaga was a revolutionary Spanish designer who founded the revered haute couture house Balenciaga. He opened several boutiques in Spain before moving to Paris in 1937 (he lived and worked in the French capital for three decades). He retired in 1968. In 1986, Jacques Bogart SA acquired the rights to Balenciaga, and Kering purchased the brand in 2001.

Balenciaga's creative director is Demna Gvasalia. He was appointed to the role in 2015 and succeeded Alexander Wang. Shop a collection of Balenciaga from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 6

Who designs Gucci?

Accepted Answer

At Gucci, the creative director primarily designs the fashions and accessories. Alessandro Michele took on the role of creative director for Gucci in 2015. Previous Gucci creative directors include founder Guccio Gucci, Tom Ford and Frida Giannini. Shop a curated collection of Gucci apparel on 1stDibs.

Question 7

Who were Gucci's designers?

Accepted Answer

Many well-known names in fashion were once designers at Gucci. The original designer for the Italian luxury fashion house was Guccio Gucci. His sons Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo began designing for Gucci during the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s. Other designers who have worked at Gucci include Tom Ford, Alessandra Facchinetti, Frida Giannini, Alessandro Michele and Sabato De Sarno. Shop a wide range of Gucci apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 8

Who is the designer of Libertine?

Accepted Answer

Johnson Hartig is the designer for the luxury fashion brand. The American designer co-founded the label in 2001 and serves as the company's CEO as of January 2020. You'll find a range of Libertine apparel from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs

Question 9

Who is the Missoni designer?

Accepted Answer

Angela Missoni is currently the president as well as the creative director of Missoni. She is the daughter of the founders, Ottavio and Rosita Missoni. She has headed up the company since 1998. Browse a collection of beautiful Missoni pieces from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.

Question 10

Who have been the designers for Balenciaga?

Accepted Answer

Many people have been designers for Balenciaga since the fashion house's founding in 1919. The brand's first designer was Cristóbal Balenciaga, who led Balenciaga until 1968. Other designers who have contributed to the company's success include Michel Goma, Josephus Thimister, Nicolas Ghesquière, Alexander Wang and Demna Gvasalia. Shop a variety of Balenciaga apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is the difference between a dress designer and a fashion designer?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a dress designer and a fashion designer is what these design professionals create. A dress designer is someone who specifically creates custom dresses. Fashion designers may also design dresses, as well as many other types of clothing and accessories, such as blouses, suits, skirts, trousers, jeans, handbags and shoes. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of apparel and accessories.

Question 12

Who is the designer of Chanel?

Accepted Answer

The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.

In addition to a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye.

Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.

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Question 13

What is a filigree design?

Accepted Answer

A filigree design is an intricate design made of thin pliable threads of precious metal like gold, silver, platinum and sometimes even metals like copper, by twisting and turning the metal into curls, twists or turns. Filigree designs can be inset with precious stones like diamonds, rubies, coral and others. A wide range of necklaces, rings, bracelets, in antique, vintage, and contemporary filigree designs set with precious stones can be sourced on 1stDibs.

Question 14

What does an interior designer do?

Accepted Answer

An interior designer's job is to make interior spaces functional and well as beautiful. Interior designers accomplish these goals by selecting both essential and decorative items to fill and complement the space. By drawing, reading, and editing blueprints as well as selecting the proper colors, furnishings and materials, they bring life to a space.

Question 15

What does an industrial designer do?

Accepted Answer

An industrial designer plays an important role in the production of manufactured products. They come up with concepts and create drawings and schematics that manufacturers use as guides when making everything from cars to furniture to housewares. Typically, they earn college degrees in fine arts, architecture, industrial design or engineering prior to working in the field. Some well-known industrial designers include Philippe Starck, Dieter Rams, Marcel Breuer and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of furniture and decorative objects.

Question 16

What is an İznik design?

Accepted Answer

Of Turkish origin, İznik refers to a type of pottery that was decorated with intricate designs depicting colors inspired by semi-precious stones such as lapis lazuli and malachite. Designs were largely made using quartz or quartzite. You can shop a selection of İznik designs from some of the world’s sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What does a fashion designer do?

Accepted Answer

Fashion designers create apparel, bags, shoes and accessories. Their work begins with sketches that show how the pieces will look. After they make illustrations, they produce patterns and select the fabrics and other materials that will go into producing the finished items. Designers also help to oversee the manufacturing process to ensure that garments and accessories reflect their visions. Shop a large collection of apparel, shoes, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 18

What is a furniture designer?

Accepted Answer

A furniture designer is a professional who creates furniture. They begin with a concept and then produce sketches to capture their vision. Then, they create more detailed schematics that can be used to manufacture furniture. Some well-known furniture designers include Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Frankl, Milo Baughman, Gio Ponti, Le Corbsuier, Ettore Sottsass, Paul Evans, Jules Leleu, Poul Kjærholm, George Nakashima, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright and Hans J. Wegner. Explore a large selection of furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is Scandinavian design?

Accepted Answer

Scandinavian design, associated with the countries of Northern Europe, is characterized by simplicity, functionality and beauty,

Question 20

What is sustainable design?

Accepted Answer

Sustainable design is the concept and philosophy behind the inception of abolishing negative environmental impact entirely via skilfully sensitive design initiatives. It is also referred to as environmentally sustainable design or environmentally conscious design.

Design By Directional

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Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Sofa

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Sofa

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

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