Q: What is Scandinavian design?

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

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 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 3

What is a designer purse?

Accepted Answer

A designer purse is a handbag that a specific fashion designer or luxury brand produces. Generally, the term “purse” refers to a smaller handbag, but some people apply it to bags of all sizes. Designer purses are traditionally characterized by exquisite craftsmanship and the integration of superior materials (they’re durable and made to last). Examples of designer purse brands include Chanel, Hermès, Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Prada. Shop a diverse assortment of bags on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What is sustainable design?

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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.

Question 5

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 6

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 7

What is Scandinavian design?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

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 12

Is Celine a designer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Celine is a designer of women's apparel and accessories. Céline and Richard Vipiana founded the luxury fashion house in 1945 in Paris, France. LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton now owns the brand, and its headquarters remain in the city. Hedi Slimane serves as its creative director. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Celine apparel.

Question 13

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 14

Who has designed for Balenciaga?

Accepted Answer

The Balenciaga brand was started by Cristóbal Balenciaga who was the first designer. In 1968 he retired and closed the house but in 1986 it was purchased and reopened. The new Balenciaga was designed by Michel Goma, following him was Josephus Thimister. Nicholas Ghesquière joined as a licensed designer under Thimister and was promoted to head designer in 1997. In 2012 Alexander Wang took over as creative director but only stayed in the position for three years. Today Demna Gvasalia is the creative director. Shop a collection of Balenciaga from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 15

Who has designed for Lanvin?

Accepted Answer

A number of people have designed for Lanvin. Jeanne Lanvin founded the French fashion house and served as its chief designer until her death in 1946. Since then, designers for Lanvin have included Antonio Castillo, Jules-François Crahay, Maryll Lanvin, Claude Montana and Dominique Morlotti. Find a collection of Lanvin apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 16

Who has designed for Celine?

Accepted Answer

A number of talented designers have designed for Celine over the years. Céline Vipiana founded the French luxury fashion house in 1945 and served as its chief designer until 1997. Since then, Michael Kors, Roberto Menichetti, Ivana Omazic, Phoebe Philo and Hedi Slimane have all contributed to the brand's designs. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Celine apparel and accessories.

Question 17

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 18

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 19

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 20

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.

Design By Directional

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Pair Paul Evans Burl Wood Steel Etageres SIGNED

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Paul McCobb Console Table for the Calvin Group

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Paul Evans Welded Steel and Bronze Brutalist Patchwork Coffee Table

Vintage 1970s American Bookcases

Pair Paul Evans Burl Wood Steel Bookcases Signed

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Paul Evans Cityscape Sculptural Patchwork Credenza Cabinet

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Single Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Armchair, Late 1960s

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Set of 8 Paul McCobb Dining Chairs

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Pair of Corkscrew Chairs Designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in 1992

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Walnut Credenza by Kipp Stewart for Directional

Mid-20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires

Walnut Armoire by Kipp Stewart for Directional

Mid-20th Century Dressers

Pair of Tall Walnut Dressers by Kipp Stewart for Directional

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Milo Baughman for Directional Dresser Cabinet

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Set of Six Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Directional, 1950s

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Kipp Stewart for Directional Pair of Lounge Chairs

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Vladimir Kagan for Directional Three-Piece Cloud Sectional Sofa

Vintage 1970s American Modern Sectional Sofas

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Cloud Sectional Sofa Reupholstered in Mohair

Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Cloud Sofa Freshly Reupholstered in Mohair

Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Cloud Sofa Freshly Reupholstered in Mohair

Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Cloud Sofa Freshly Reupholstered in Mohair

Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Cloud Sofa Freshly Reupholstered in Mohair

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Pair of Single Headboards by Paul McCobb for Directional

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Set of 3 McCobb Directional Benches

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Brass Frame and Vitrolite Top, Side Table by Paul McCobb, Directional

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Vladimir Kagan Swivel Lounge Chair for Directional

Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Modern Swivel and Rock Lounge Chair and Ottoman in White by Vladimir Kagan

Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs

Kipp Stewart Pair of Leather "Arc" Chairs for Directional

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Milo Baughman Mid Century Credenza

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Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Sofa

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Sofa

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Sofa

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

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