PIERRE HARDY, A COMMITTED DESIGNER AND CREATOR

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Pierre Hardy is a brand of high-end shoes, leather goods & accessories for men and women, created in Paris in 1999.


The constant search for novelty and contemporary elegance are the key words that characterise this fascinating and creative brand.


Born in Paris in 1956, Pierre Hardy has always had a passion for drawing and dancing.


Noted for his skill and mastery of the brush, he joined the prestigious M
Christian Dior Maison to design the wonderful shoe collections. 

In 1990, the Hermès Maison joined his list of clients, where he was responsible for designing their shoes.

The Pierre Hardy Maison was founded in 1999. A few years later, in 2002, Pierre Hardy launched his leather goods collection. 

In 2006, his first collection of luxury sneakers was launched.

Here, are some iconic products available from Armenak :

Balenciaga opened its doors to him in 2001, where he forged his name.

A true chameleon of Luxury, whatever the universe he ventures into, this free, avant-garde and timeless designer breaks away from the codes of traditional Fashion and Luxury when his eponymous brand is created.  

Refusing to follow contemporary trends, his unique creations scape the frameworks and limits set by the Great Luxury Maisons.   

His clientele, with its assertive style, likes to make a difference. By wearing his creations, they feel privileged and unique. Pierre Hardy's pieces are considered as works of art reserved for the initiated.

Throughout his career, the French designer Pierre Hardy has collaborated with several major public figures such as the contemporary designer Mathias Kiss. The development of a capsule collection with the model and actress Liya Kebde, not to mention the exclusive edition with the American footballer Victor Cruz. All these collaborations mark the seasons and thehistory of Pierre Hardy.

Before presenting them to you, let's take a look at the first stage of the manufacturing process at Pierre Hardy.

Far from the limelight and mass-produced products, his discretion and humility are paradoxical to his experience and the craze that exists around his creations.

Enthusiastic, spontaneous, stubborn and dynamic: his personality stands out through his collections.

His curiosity for architecture, the pleasure of movement, art & design, are the essence of his imagination. Trek Comet, Vibe, Streetlife, Alpine or the Rodeo boots, so many emblematic models which are the proof.

 

FIRST STEP

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The first stage of the creative process: sketches and drawings are used to give shape to ideas.

The drawing is transformed into a model in order to model the shoes in 3D. These sketches are then used to develop a prototype.

Iconic, the heels are worked like real works of art. A predominant part of Pierre Hardy, looks, they require a great deal of work in the studio before being moulded.

The models finally come to life thanks to the colours and materials that give an extra character to these emblematic fashion accessories.

Although timeless, Pierre Hardy's lines are no less committed. The designer works with many artists.

COLLABORATIONS

Victor Cruz

He was an American football player until 2018 when he retired. He collaborated with Pierre Hardy for a limited edition based on his life.  

Three pairs of iconic trainers that correspond to three key moments in the life of Victor Cruz.

Taking an existing model and making it stronger, sportier, "even Olympic".  

1996 : The year Victor Cruz takes a strong interest in American football, where it all begins. 

2006 : The first season in college for Victor Cruz. 

2012 : The final year, the year Victor Cruz's team competes and wins the world famous Super Bowl. 

Three variations are created for this pair of sneakers always so luxurious. 

The VCI 1996 with harmonious and sophisticated colours, a more sober and all-purpose pair thanks to the VCI 2012 and finally a sneaker with the Giant colours to celebrate, even almost ten years later, this Super Bowl victory !

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Pierre Hardy Victor Cruz 2006 sneakers

In the same style, trendy and colourful sneakers by Pierre Hardy for men

Liya Kebede

World famous model and partner of our designer Pierre Hardy.

From this friendship was born a sincere and natural micro collection with the collaboration of the ethical brand created by the model ten years ago, LEMLEM. 

This collection includes a pair of sandals, a pair of slide sneakers, a clutch and a bag

A real turning point for the Pierre Hardy Maison and luxury itself with this never before seen edition and collaboration with an ethical brand.  

A gathering of ancestral know-how & modern values/concerns that give this collection all its strength, goodness and beauty.  

It is also a real source of energy for our dear Liya Kebede's native Ethiopia.

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Here, the luxury sandals collection available Armenak by Pierre Hardy, Spring-Summer 2021

Mathias Kiss

Walking on gold has become possible thanks to the contemporary artist Mathias Kiss.

In collaboration with Pierre Hardy, he has revisited the famous Slide sneaker, exclusively ! 

Wanting to preserve the minimalist and uncluttered side of this sneaker, Mathias Kiss has encrusted the entire sole with gold leaf. Encouraging the world to walk on gold...

An architectural interpretation of contemporary art and a timeless style: that's the mood of this artist's work. 

And this very limited edition of 25 has been created just for you ladies !      

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Slidor Mathias Kiss Pierre Hardy

Find right here, the slide sneakers, which have become permanent at Armenak. 

In addition to being trendy regardless of the years and seasons. Pierre Hardy's creations will provide you with flawless comfort. 

That's what happens when you combine a shoemaker and a designer. You can find our video dedicated to Pierre Hardy on our Instagram account.

Find your style among the sneakers, boots, espadrilles et sandals

And don't forget the clutches, card holders and others accessories available in our leather goods section. 

You can find all of Pierre Hardy's creations at Armenak in exclusive and limited quantities.  

You can find at the Pierre Hardy House, models of casual shoes, velvet, brown or high heels.

Available in several colours such as beige, brown and camel.

Different materials are also available. Suede, patent leather, velvet and even smooth leather.

Choose the pair of shoes of your dreams to fill your dressing room. Pierre Hardy creations are a must !

A huge collection of shoes for women.

You will love the luxury creations of the famous French designer Pierre Hardy.

With a top of the range service, you won't be able to do without these trendy luxury shoes.

Elegant, this pair of luxury pumps is featured in the new Pierre Hardy spring-summer 2021 collection.

The Pierres Hardy shoes are real jewels. Your wardrobe will love them ?

In leather, velvet, with straps or laces, there is something for everyone. Many models are available in our luxury boutiques.

Pierre Hardy shoes are trendy for all seasons. Cubic shapes, trend and style are present in Pierre Hardy shoes.

Pierre Hardy luxury shoes are available in our different luxury boutiques.

You can find our Pierre Hardy shoes on our website. You can do your luxury shopping there.

Don't forget the Pierre Hardy luxury leather goods collections.

Pierre Hardy luxury leather goods at the top of the 2021 trends.

Combine your luxury leather goods with your Pierre Hardy luxury shoes to be on top of the 2021 trends.

These women's shoes are as comfortable as they are trendy and will make you fall in love with them.

Flat shoes or heels, we are ecstatic about the Pierre Hardy collections. 

© Photos of collaborations & sketches taken from the official Pierre Hardy website, all rights reserved at www.pierrehardy.com

See you soon for a new article ! 

Léa, Armenak web editor.