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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 by JOHN GALLIANO 2003 Vintage Ballet Slipper Pink Silk Gown Maxi Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano for Christian Dior
Vintage
SS03
Ballet slipper pale pink
100% silk
Size F38 fits XS/S best
Great condition, has some wear to fabric at bust and waist as pictured, faint...
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Early 2000s Evening Gowns
Cotton and silk printed top with scarf CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton and silk printed top with scarf. Fabric composition: 50% silk, 50% cotton. Branded button and buttonhole on the top middle front and one on each side.
Scarf size: 50cm X 230c...
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1990s French Blouses and Tops
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 John Galliano Brown Suede Patent Mary Jane sandals Peep Toe Heels
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Ethereal Art-Nouveau style Christian Dior Heels by John Galliano in a Brown Suede and Patent leather.
These cut out detailed Mary Jane sandals feature a 3" heel, fully adjustable ank...
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Early 2000s Italian Shoes
S/S 1997 Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré Black bow Tailored blazer Jacket
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring / Summer 1997 Christian Dior blazer designer by Gianfranco Ferré for his ultimate Dior final collection.
The jacket features the bow closure detail at the bust and waist line...
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1990s French Jackets
Yellow skirt suit with white piping CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Yellow skirt suit with white piping . Fabric composition: 92% rayon, 8% linen. Acetate and cupro lining.
Shoulder pad. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Button on t...
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