The Contour of Luxury Spring/Summer 2020 Issue | Page 396
1942
LA
MAISON
TRIGERE
The birth of the legend
Vehemently opposed to his young wife working, Pauline Trigère’s
husband unexpectedly deserts her and their children. Relying upon
talent and determination, Trigère establishes her own New York
Maison de Couture. Madame borrows $1500 and sells a pair of her
diamond earrings from her personal jewellery collection to finance
the new business. Her impeccable mastery of French styling attracts
important couture customers and major retail buyers across North
America and Europe. Within three years the House of Trigère is
widely renowned.