GoKawiilHerman Miller and Girard Studio found the vivid patterns in the designer’s vast archive. In the mid-1960s, Alexander Girard helped bring his vivid patterns to more people through the creation of the Girard throw blanket. Now, more than 60 years later, the furniture brand Herman Miller is releasing three new patterns of blanket: a multicolor stripe, a brown-and-yellow checkerboard, and a pink-and-green checkerboard. The motifs, designed by Girard himself, were found in the archives. [Photo: Herman Miller]Girard created his throw blankets in 1965 as part of an extensive brand identity system for Braniff International Airlines. The visual language consisted of vibrant colors and graphic shapes applied across aircraft, ticketing counters, and small objects customers received, like in-flight dinnerware, matchbooks, and blankets. Braniff called the brand campaign “The End of the Plain Plane.” Produced in a multicolor checker pattern, the wool and cotton blankets became a signature of Girard’s joyful sensibility.
These Pendleton blankets reference the brilliant textiles of Alexander Girard
Why This Matters
The release of new Pendleton blankets featuring Alexander Girard's vibrant textile patterns highlights the enduring influence of mid-century modern design in contemporary home decor. It also underscores the ongoing collaboration between historic design archives and modern brands, bringing iconic patterns to new audiences. This fusion of history and modernity enriches the consumer experience and celebrates innovative textile artistry.
Key Takeaways
- Herman Miller revives Alexander Girard's iconic textile patterns in new blanket designs.
- The blankets are inspired by Girard's original 1960s designs created for Braniff International Airlines.
- This collaboration showcases the lasting impact of mid-century modern aesthetics on contemporary home and fashion accessories.
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