At a time when sharp padded shoulders and crisp lines were trending, Christian Lacroix created venturesome clothing that was bubbly, flirtatious and exuberant.
The iconic French fashion designer, whose body of work includes handbags and purses, evening dresses, jackets and lots more, has always favored theater over fashion. He has long integrated corsets and bustles into his work, drawing on diverse cultures and citing epic historical dramas as inspirations. Today he is creating opera costumes, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that his colorful and voluminous garments captured the excesses and defined the extravagant frivolity of the 1980s as well as the sensuality and boldness of the 1990s.
Lacroix studied art history at the University of Montpellier and museum studies at École du Louvre and the Sorbonne in Paris. He aspired to become a museum curator or costume designer but instead entered the world of fashion, specifically haute couture, with the support of his now-wife Françoise Rosenthiel, who helped get his sketches to Hermès. Lacroix was offered an assistant job at the legendary luxury brand and later worked as a designer at the House of Patou in 1981.
Lacroix’s career flourished and his profile soared from then on, as he established his own label in 1987, using layers of fabric and consistently clashing prints in his designs for opulent pouf skirts, vibrant floral maxi day dresses as well as jewelry and watches that commanded attention. He created a ready-to-wear line for Italian manufacturer Genny and dressed dancers at the American Ballet Theatre company.
Lacroix became the artistic director of Italian fashion house Emilio Pucci in 2002, and, over time, he continued to secure work in the fields of theater, opera and other performance art, designing costumes for a range of stage productions. Alongside designs by Stella McCartney, Karl Lagerfeld and others, Madonna wore a corset during her 2004 “Re-Invention World Tour” that was created for her by Lacroix.
Today, the maison founded by the designer in 1987 is owned by the Falic Fashion Group, but Lacroix continues to design womenswear for brands such as Desigual as well as for the stage. His larger-than-life aesthetic has also been translated into a range of accessories and fragrances as well as various interior furnishings such as tableware and household linens. Lacroix has completed interior design projects at a number of hotels and has partnered with the likes of Christofle and other firms over the years. In whatever form it takes, the sumptuousness and glamour of a Lacroix design is unmistakable.
Find a range of vintage Christian Lacroix clothing, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Logo Chunky Curb Chain Rihanna ID Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Logo Chunky Curb Chain Rihanna ID Bracelet Features: - 100% CHRISTIAN LACROIX. - Chunky ID bracelet in gold tone. - Engraved CHRISTIAN LACROIX, CL Monogra...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Cut Out Cross Wide Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Cut Out Cross Wide Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 3.74 inches (9.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN LACROIX. - Gilt textured wide cuff in gol...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Graffiti Claw Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Graffiti Claw Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 3/14 inches (8 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.69 inches (17 cm) opening included Fe...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Openwork Gilt Lace Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Openwork Gilt Lace Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.75 inches (7.7 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.69 inches (17.5 cm) includes op...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Opulent Wide Rhinestone Bracelet Cuff
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Opulent Wide Rhinestone Bracelet Cuff Measurements: Height: 3.23 inches (8.2 cm) Wearable Length: 6.10 inches (15.5...
Christian Lacroix Golden Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - Light bracelet made of hammered gilted metal. Additional information: Dimensions: Circumference: 20 cm (7.87 in) Height: 1.8 cm (0.71 in) Condition: Very go...
Gilt Metal
Christian Lacroix Golden Metal Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix- Golden metal bracelet with multicolored trimmings. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 19 cm Seller Reference: BRA37
Silver Logo Bracelet
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This limited edition piece is inspired by sacred geometries and patterns in nature. This sculptural bracelet is from the John Brevard Spherical series. The series is characterized ...
Sterling Silver
Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Cuff Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent ornately jeweled cuff bracelet. Of vari cut fuschia and faux amythest glass stones with center focal oval cabochon of faux lapis pate de verre. Set in black japane...
Crystal, Bronze, Other
$526
W 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in
Yianni Creations Aquamarine Diamond Silver 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Cuff Bracelet
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations bangle bracelet from Midas Collection all handcrafted from fine silver 950 purity and plated with palladium to resist the elements. This stunning artisan bracelet features 1.10 Carat...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow G...
Aquamarine Rainbow Sapphire Tzavorite Gemstone Handmade Bracelet 18 Karat Gold
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Aquamarine Rainbow Sapphire Tzavorite Gemstone Handmade Bracelet 18 Karat Gold This bracelet is handmade in yellow gold. I wanted to create...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Iolite, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ye...
Baccarat Bracelet
By Baccarat
Located in Paris, FR
Baccarat bracelet, facet collection, silver chain and crystal pendant. Immaculate condition. Dimensions: total length: 21 cm, worn at the longest: 20 cm Deliv...
$1,785
H 1.25 in W 2.5 in D 2 in Dm 2.5 in
Vintage Hallmarked Sterling Silver Sculptural Cuff Bracelet, 1970's
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful substantial sculptural hallmarked sterling silver cuff bracelet is hallmarked 925 sterling Mexico. It has a safety chain in addition to the inserted clasp. Each bar is...
Sterling Silver
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Cameo Slide Charm Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
A stunning example of vintage artistry, this 14K yellow gold bracelet exudes Old World charm and elegance. Crafted meticulously with 12 exquisite cameo slides, each cameo is a miniature work of art carved from mixed color shells. The cameos depict finely sculpted feminine profiles in raised relief against variegated shell backgrounds of cream, peach, and warm earth tones. Golden bead dividers punctuate the spaces between each cameo slide, adding a touch of luminous texture. The bracelet's substantial 14K gold frame measures 6 1/2 inches in length and just under 3/8 of an inch wide, making it a weighty and substantial piece of jewelry. With a total weight of 27.04 grams, it has a pleasant heft on the wrist. This cameo slide charm bracelet...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Filigree and Onyx
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Filigree and Onyx - The bracelet has onyx inside a beautiful filigree design. The width of the bangle is .65 inches. The inside di...
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds - The bracelet contains 6 marquise emeralds and 6 round diamonds....
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$695
H 2.5 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in L 3.25 in
1970's Vintage Brass Hand Hammered Wide Cuff Bracelet With Dimensional Disks
Located in North Miami, FL
This arresting vintage hand hammered wide and sculptural vintage brass cuff bracelet has 7 round brass hand hammered dimensional disks on the front. The disks have a honey comb hammered pattern to them. It can be worn either way with the point to the wrist or visa versa...
Brass
$760Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.25 in W 4 in D 3 in Dm 3.25 in L 4 in
Gold Plated Wide Cuff Bracelet With Jewel Tone Stones, 1980's USA
Located in North Miami, FL
The open sculptural design of the gold plated wide cuff bracelet with amazing The luscious jewel tone colored stones large cuff make this a statement piece....
Gold Plate
Betony Vernon "Pierced Chain Bracelet" Sterling 925 Bracelet in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Pierced Chain Bracelet" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1998 and manufactured in lost wax elements. Part of the iconic "Tokens of Paradise Collection", it is a symbol of virili...
Sterling Silver
Christian Lacroix Silver Plated Articulated Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - Articulated bracelet made of silvery metal paved with rhinestones and cabochons. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 18 cm (7.0...
Christian Lacroix Gold Beads Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - (Made in France) Articulated bracelet in gilded metal with a central cross paved with multicolored rhinestones. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 21 cm...
Gilt Metal
Christian Lacroix Gilded Metal Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix (Made in France) Articulated bracelet in hammered and etched gilded metal set with rhinestones. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 18 - 20 cm (7.08" - 7.8...
Gilt Metal
Christian Lacroix Bakelite Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix (Made in France) Silver plated bracelet adorned with rhinestones and bakelite. Additional information: Dimensions: Circumference: 16 - 19 cm (6.3"-7.48") Width: 1...
Yves Saint Laurent Large Gold Metal Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix -(Made in France) Large gold metal and rhinestone bracelet. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 18 cm Width: 7 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Re...
Gilt Metal
Vintage French Pearl Foiled Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage French Pearl Foiled Gold Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.55 inches (6.5 cm) Length: 6.29 inches (16 cm) includes opening Features: - French gold foil rigid cuff with ...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Roman Leaves Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Roman Leaves Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.83 inches (7.2 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.69 inches (17cm) includes opening ...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Iconic Emblem Enamel Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Iconic Emblem Enamel Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.28 inches (5.8 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.69 inches (17 cm) includes opening Feature...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Crisscross Textured Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Crisscross Textured Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.56 inches (6.5 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.77 inches (17.2 cm) Feat...
Christian Lacroix Silvered Metal Brutalist Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning Christian Lacroix Paris signed brutalist cuff bracelet bangle. Silver-plate cuff shape with a rope-textured pattern ornate with a coiled knotted wire. Signed with the "CL" l...
Silver Plate
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Iconic Cutout Hammered Wide Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Iconic Cutout Hammered Wide Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 4.33 inches (11 c...
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Openwork Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Openwork Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.95 inches (7.5 cm) Inner Circumference: 7.24 inches (18.4cm) Fea...