Christian Lacroix

  • Christian Lacroix is a French fashion designer who created his first line of clothing in 1981. His own couture house is known for theatrical designs and glamorous ball gowns but has also devleoped a menswear line, lingerie, perfume, shoes, jewelry and other accessories.
  • Early Career

    Lacroix studied art history at University of Montpellier and then the Sorbonne and École du Louvre. During this time he met Jean-Jacques Picart who assisted him in getting a job working at Hermès in 1978 and then with Guy Paulin in 1980. After graduating from the École du Louvre in 1981, he started working at Jean Patou.
  • The Look

    Lacroix's clothes are marked by bright colors, luxurious fabrics, and dramatic lines. He is credited for creating the "le pouf" gown which features a big ball skirt.

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