Pierre Hardy (born 1 February 1956) is a French fashion designer who specializes in luxury footwear. Hardy is known for designing high-end women's shoes and men's sneakers.[1]
Early life and education
Hardy was born in Paris.[2] His mother was a ballet instructor and his father taught athletics.[3] He pursued a teaching degree in plastic arts[3] and taught at art schools, includings at his alma mater École Duperré in Paris.[4] After graduation, he joined a modern dance troupe and drew illustrations for European fashion magazines such as Vanity Fair Italia and Vogue Hommes.[3]