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Why is Christian Dior so famous?
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Christian Dior is so famous because he helped to set women's fashion trends of the 1940s and 50s. His designs marked a departure from the simpler looks popular during World War II, with feminine details like longer hemlines, fuller skirts and cinched waists. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Christian Dior apparel and accessories.
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Dior Orange x John Galliano Vintage SS2000 Clear Acetate Pilot Shield Sunglasses
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, ON
Dior Orange x John Galliano Vintage SS2000 Clear Acetate Pilot Shield Sunglasses
Clear acetate frame
Light gold-tone hardware
CD logo at temples
Featured in the SS2000 ad campaign
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Early 2000s Sunglasses
Christian Dior by Marc Bohan Fall 1985 Red Silk Taffeta Ruffle Dress, Runway
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Utterly fabulous red silk taffeta voluminous ruffle dress from Marc Bohan's Fall 1985 collection for Christian Dior. At the time, WWD described the collection as "young at heart, nau...
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1980s French Evening Dresses
Long see-through tulle long dress with check pattern CHRISTIAN DIOR
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long see-through tulle long dress with check pattern and ruffles. Invisible zip closure on the left side. Detachable collar with button and buttonhole closure on the middle front.
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2010s French Evening Dresses
F/W 2010 Christian Dior by John Galliano Dark Plum Purple Tailored Formal Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Christian Dior F/W 2010 Dark Plum Purple Tailored Silhouette Formal Dress
A Christian Dior Plum Purple coloured formal dress. Crafted in a 99% Virgin Wool and 1% Silk blend cloth. Fe...
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2010s Italian Formal Wear
Christian Dior London 1954 'Mexico' Gold Embellished Black Faille H-Line Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A truly remarkable piece of fashion history. This Christian
Dior London dress is the Ready to Wear version of the Paris Haute Couture dress from the Autumn 1954 "Mexique" collection....
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1950s English Cocktail Dresses
CHRISTIAN DIOR black wool & silk DOUBLE BREASTED OFF-SHOULDER Jacket 40 M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior jacket is tailored in black wool (77%) and silk (23%), showcasing the maison’s signature architectural precision. It features a fitted, cropped sil...
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