Adolfo Sardinia
Born in
Havana
Cuba
About
the designers
Adolfo was born on 15 Feb. 1933 in Havana, Cuba. He worked first as a milliner, then trained at Chanel and Balenciaga. He immigrated to New York in 1948, and became an assistant to a milliner.
In 1953, he became chief designer for Emme, a wholesale millinery company. Adolfo received a Coty Fashion Award in 1953, for his innovative and dramatic millinery designs.
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The Look
An Adolfo lady should look simple, classic and comfortable.
Who Wears It
In the past Mr and Mrs Wyatt Cooper weared his refined clothes. Inspired by Coco Chanel’s jersey sportswear and famous suits, his famous knitted suits were bought by New York’s old society.
Perfumes
1978 Adolfo(W)
1981 Adolfo Classic(W)
1981 Adolfo Classic Gentleman
1982 Adolfo Couture(W)