DESIGN
interview by VINCENT DARRÉ and OLIVIER ZAHM
photography by JULIEN DRACH
the revolutionary 98-year-old designer pierre cardin continues to expand his optimistic vision of the future, from clothes to furniture, creating a unique world that can still be experienced in his time-capsule boutique on rue du faubourg saint-honoré in paris.
OLIVIER ZAHM AND VINCENT DARRÉ — What role does love play in your life? A major role?
PIERRE CARDIN — Love has always been an important part of my life. It’s the best stimulus for creation. Nothing can replace love because love honors life itself!
OLIVIER ZAHM AND VINCENT DARRÉ — What is more important to you: fashion or love?
PIERRE CARDIN — It’s a tricky one to answer… Fashion is, above all, about passion, and I get to satisfy this passion because I love my métier. I love what I do.
OLIVIER ZAHM AND VINCENT DARRÉ — Has…