Mode & Maroquinerie Flashcards
Founded in Paris in 1970 with the first boutique in Galerie Vivienne, the House continues to cultivate and reinterpret with modernity the codes that make its uniqueness: the mix of prints, the harmony of refined colours and an exuberant and sophisticated creativity imbued with optimism and impertinence.
Kenzo - founded by Kenzo Takada
With its world-renowned collections of men’s and women’s fashion, this Paris-based house has been sensuously reinterpreting the codes of elegance, sophistication and femininity since it was founded in 1952.
Givenchy
Parisian bags and leather goods, established as a trunk-maker in 1849
Moynat
This international brand was created with Robert Duffy in 1984, basing the brand on two very simple concepts: a love of fashion and a commitment to quality. Finding the perfect balance between tradition and innovation, the brand has become a driving force in the industry.
Marc Jacobs
Since its foundation, the craft of trunk-making has forced the House to develop additional savoir-faire, such as leather goods making, locksmithing and box making. In the same spirit, since 1997, it has taken on the role of a true “fashion house” with lines for men and women.
Louis Vuitton
Prestigious German luggage company, founded in 1898 in Cologne
RIMOWA
Founded in 1914 in Paris.
Patou
Founded by Adele and Edoardo Fendi in Rome in 1925, this house has emerged as a Maison renowned for its craftsmanship and innovation deeply linked to its Roman roots. Today, it is synonymous with tradition, experimentation and daring creativity.
Fendi
In only ten years, from 1947 to 1957, this house revolutionized the conventions of elegance and femininity, designing collections infused with dreams and enchantment. The man who set out to be an architect offered women his vision of beauty through elegant lines, his name eventually becoming synonymous with French luxury all around the world.
Christian Dior
Based in northern Italy, this Maison produces superlative textiles and luxury goods using the world’s finest, rarest raw materials. The pursuit of excellence has been its mission for six generations. ; Antoine Arnaut is a Chairman.
Loro Piana
Inspired by exotic cultures and by the natural landscapes of the Mediterranean, the founder brough bright colour to his designs in an unparalleled way. In the 1950s he began developing his signature prints: graphic, abstract designs, which swirled in a kaleidoscope of colour.
Emilio Pucci
Spanish Brand with a German name - founded as a Spanish leather making collective in 1846. Led by an obsessive focus on craft and an artisanal approach to design and manufacture.
LOEWE
Men’s leather shoes since 1895; Antoine Arnault est le PDG.
Berluti
luxury French fashion House founded in 1945; today under the creative direction of Hedi Slimane.
Celine - founded by Céline Vipiana
