Dress
Designer
Pierre Cardin
(1922 - 2021)
c. 1963
Wool and satin
Gift of Mrs. Hugh Murphy for The Estate of Ms. Marye Murphy
Object number73.30.12
Cardin began to work with cutouts during the early years of the 1960s. His first examples featured diamond shapes cut over the breastbone, while slightly later versions, such as this dress, used circles to similar effect. Cardin debuted his “Cosmos” line in 1967, which included cutouts to enhance his futuristic aesthetic.
DescriptionSleeveless navy blue wool dress with satin bow at neck and circular cut outs at neck and hem; below-the-knee length; coutureExhibitions