Christian Lacroix
Arles-born Parisian couturier of spectacle and colour. Bright pink-and-black tags with 'Made in France' date the late 1980s; blue tags with 'Jeans de Christian Lacroix' mark the 1990s sub-lines; black 'Homme' tags identify menswear.
- Origin
- France
- Founded
- 1987
- Category
- High Fashion
- Documented eras
- 3
How Christian Lacroix labels evolved over time. Match the markers below against the tag in hand to place a garment in its era.
1987–1989
Late 1980s Bold Color Tags
Bright bold colors such as pink with black serif lettering. 'Made in France' text on the side. Prominent 'Christian Lacroix' in signature serif establishes the flamboyant couture identity.
- Bright pink or bold-colored tags with black serif text.
- 'Made in France' prominently displayed.
- 'Christian Lacroix' in prominent signature serif.
How to spot it
Hot pink + serif 'Christian Lacroix' + 'Made in France' = late 1980s debut piece.
Value signal
Very high — debut-era Lacroix with France provenance is premier.
1990–1999
1990s Sub-Line Color Tags
Continues to use bold colors with more variations. Blue tags for 'Jeans de Christian Lacroix' sub-line. Different lines like 'Luxe', 'Bazar', and 'Jeans' each have distinctive tags.
- Blue tags for 'Jeans de Christian Lacroix' line.
- Varied bold colors for different sub-lines.
- Sub-line name is key dating indicator.
How to spot it
Blue 'Jeans de Christian Lacroix' tag = 1990s accessible line.
Value signal
High for couture; moderate for Jeans line.
2000–2009
2000s Modern Heritage Tags
Incorporates modern design elements while retaining the classic logo. Black tags for 'Homme' menswear line. More diverse backgrounds alongside the retained signature Lacroix aesthetic.
- Modern design elements alongside retained classic logo.
- Black tags for 'Homme' menswear line.
- More diverse background colors for different collections.
How to spot it
Black 'Homme' tag or diverse-background Lacroix tag = 2000s.
Value signal
Moderate.