Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S2003 Sheer Lace Knit Black Evening Dress Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano Ruffled Belted Sheer Lace Open Knit Black Evening Dress Gown XS/S
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S2003 Sheer Lace Knit Black Evening Dress Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano Ruffled Belted Sheer Lace Open Knit Black Evening Dress Gown XS/S
Christian Dior S/S 2012 White Black Rose Embroidered Ruched Evening Dress Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This Dior evening gown from the Spring/Summer 2012 collection is a rare and highly collectible
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2004 Black Bias-Cut Evening Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Excellent condition Size 40FR / 44IT / Large From Fall Winter 2004 Collection Bust: 32" Waist: 24–28" Hip: 32–36" Length: 60"
Dior 2000's Dark Navy Silk Deep V- Neck Quiet Sexy Evening Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A timeless gown by Christian Dior. Inky deep navy blue silk beautifully tailored to figure
Dior Evening Dress with Black Crepe and Lace
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (made in France) Black crepe and lace dress embroidered with sequins and pearls. No size nor
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
stunning evening gown by Christian Dior Designed by John Galliano 2005 Collection Embroidered with tiny
Christian Dior Deco Inspired Rich Black Bias Cut Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior rich black silk charmeuse bias cut gown. Spaghetti straps. A portion of bodice
Black satin evening slip dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin evening slip dress with silk chiffon lining. The black chiffon lining is visible on the
CHRISTIAN DIOR Evening Dress Size 38FR in Black Silk
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Evening dress CHRISTIAN DIOR in black silk. John Galliano Era. Draped and crossed on the neckline
RARE Christian Dior by Raf Simons 2013 Colum Evening Gown Maxi Dress with Train
By Christian Dior, Raf Simons for Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
collection: A rare black evening gown from the Christian Dior 2013 collection, designed by Raf Simons. This
rare! Christian Dior & John Galliano 2002 evening black rose dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
rare! Christian Dior & John Galliano 2002 evening black rose dress John Galliano for Christian
Black velvet backless evening dress with bow on the shoulder Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet backless evening dress with bow on the shoulder. Fabric composition: rayon, elastane
Christian Dior Runway Gilded Butterfly Evening Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior graphic butterfly silk dress as seen on the runway. Maria Grazia Chiuri
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Crepe Evening Dress, FW 1997
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Evening dress designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior from the Fall-Winter 1997 collection
Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown, fw 2008
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black silk faille strapless evening gown ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Built-in
Autumn/Winter 1959 Christian Dior Couture Black Silk Chiffon "Bella" Gown
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Absolutely breathtaking black layered silk chiffon Christian Dior Couture gown from the fall/winter
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Satin Crystal Evening Dress, SS 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano sleeveless floor-length evening dress in black hammered satin, cut
Christian Dior John Galliano Era S/S 1999 Black Lace Detail Gown Maxi Dress FR36
By Christian Dior
Located in Melbourne, VIC
An exquisite piece from the Christian Dior archives, this black gown from the Spring/Summer 1999
Christian Dior 2020 Cruise Collection Runway Dress Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior runway gown from the 2020 Cruise collection. The fabrics and styles of this
Christian Dior evening dress 2008
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Plum silk muslin evening dress with a cut in bias. A shoulder with drapery
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Halter Evening Dress with Draping, FW 1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano evening dress, Fall-Winter 1999. This halter-style gown is
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré silk evening dress
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré black and white silk evening dress 1990’s era, ivory satin lapel
Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk bias cut evening dress, ss 2005
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black silk evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Cowl neckline with long
Christian Dior Chevron Pattern Evening Ensemble Inspired by 1950 Dior Collection
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior. Gown fashioned of black white and red chevron stripe bias cut spaghetti strap design. Also
Christian Dior by John Galliano black lurex evening dress and coat, ss 1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior evening dress and coat ensemble ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Dress comprises a
Christian Dior by John Galliano black evening dress with lace inserts, ss 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1999 ▪
Christian Dior by John Galliano foiled black open-knit evening dress, fw 1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Constructed from black foiled
Christian Dior by John Galliano black bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 2000
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Constructed
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre S/S 1994 vintage black silk evening dress
By Gianfranco Ferré, Christian Dior
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
spring summer 1994 runway black silk evening dress. A white version was presented on the runway modeled
1991 Christian Dior By Gianfranco Ferre Black Silk One Shoulder Gown
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Spring/ Summer 1991 Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre black silk once shoulder gown with puffy
Valentino Runway Inspired Art Deco Beaded Handkerchief Hem Evening Dress Gown
By Valentino, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantasy Valentino evening dress fashioned of midnight blue shower of sequins adorned with beaded
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained by superimposing
Christian Dior Haute Couture Long Blue Gown Provenance Betsy Bloomingdale 1988
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long royal blue silk taffeta gown by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1988-89. The
Christian Dior evening dress winter 1997
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Sequined black dress with long sleeves. Sleeve bottom and dress bottom
2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Silk Charmeuse Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano purple eggplant silk charmeuse spaghetti strap with ruching
1960's Black Silk Chiffon Tiered Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Attributed to Dior. Stunning 1960's black silk chiffon multi-tiered gown. Tiers are trimmed thinly
Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back and extra panel on the back ( to give more
2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Silk Charmeuse Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano purple eggplant silk charmeuse spaghetti strap with ruching
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 1999 Knit Sheer Black Maxi Evening Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Size 38FR Excellent vintage condition 100% viscose Turtleneck style
A black silk cocktail Gown by Christian Dior HC - Fuseau line, A/W 1957
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Autumn/Winter Collection 1957-1958 Paris A rare black ribbed satin cocktail dress from Christian
Vintage F/W 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Bias Cut Silk Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage F/W 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Silk Gown. The dress features a 100% silk
F/W 1998 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Woven Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Christian Dior Haute Couture gown, designed by John Galliano. From the
F/W 1998 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Woven Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Christian Dior Haute Couture gown, designed by John Galliano. From the
Christian Dior Cruise 2013 Black & White Satin Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This silhouette is symbolic of classic Christian Dior style. A cinched waist, accentuated hips and
Christian Dior by John Galliano Openwork Viscose Knit Evening Dress, SS 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano evening dress from the Spring-Summer 1999 collection is
Christian Dior by John Galliano tricolour bias-cut evening dress, ss 1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior tricolour evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Made up of red, black and
2015 Raf Simons for Christian Dior Embroidered Sequin Evening Dress, Pre-Fall
By Raf Simons for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Raf Simons for Christian Dior, Pre-Fall 2015, silk embroidered raisin sequin with indigo and
1980s Dior Attributed Haute Couture Black Velvet Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Bought alongside other labelled Dior haute couture pieces, we believe this elegant black velvet
Vintage 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano Silk Bias-Cut Gown dress, with stole
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
elegance, crafted in 2004. This black silk gown is adorned with intricate metallic floral embroidery
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Satin Gown with Geometric Inlays, FW 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano dress from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is a floor-length
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Christian Dior by John Galliano burgundy wool crepe evening dress, fw 2008
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by John Galliano - Sold by Skof.Archive - Cowl neckline - Above knee-length - Hidden side zipper - Draped bow with rose detail - Size label removed - Fall Winter 2008 ...
Christian Dior Embellished Slip Silk Black Midi Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior Embellished Slip Silk Black Midi Dress Condition: Good Vintage Condition, please
Dior Beaded Tulle Gown Dress Pre-Fall 2018
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Absolute fairytale Dior beaded tulle gown from the Pre-Fall 2018 collection. Bought for £6000 and
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Bias Cut Silk Evening Dress, fw 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2002 ▪ Elegantly
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior Evening Dress and Shawl Ensemble ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring
Christian Dior by John Galliano Beaded Net Evening Dress with Fringe, SS 1998
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano dress from the Spring-Summer 1998 collection is crafted from
Christian Dior Black Wool Midi Dress, Size 6
By Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The dress features crew neck line, short balloon sleeves, midi length flare skirt, rear zip closure and knit finish.
When Christian Dior launched his couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.
Dior was born in Granville, on the Normandy coast, in 1905. His prosperous haute bourgeois parents wanted him to become a diplomat despite his interest in art and architecture. However, they agreed to bankroll an art gallery, which Dior opened in 1928 in Paris with a friend.
This was the start of Dior’s rise in the city’s creative milieu, where he befriended Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. After seven years as an art dealer, Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for Robert Piguet, and in 1941, following a year of military service, he joined the house of Lucien Lelong. Just five years later, with the backing of industrialist Marcel Boussac, the ascendant Dior established his own fashion house, at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris.
Just two years after the end of World War II, the fashion crowd and the moribund haute couture industry were yearning, comme tout Paris, for security and prosperity, desperate to discard the drab, sexless, utilitarian garb imposed by wartime deprivation. They needed to dream anew.
And Dior delivered: He designed a collection for a bright, optimistic future. “It’s quite a revolution, dear Christian!” exclaimed Carmel Snow, the prescient American editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, famously proclaiming, “Your dresses have such a new look.” The press ran with the description, christening Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection the New Look. “God help those who bought before they saw Dior,” said Snow. “This changes everything.”
Dior’s collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in. His skirts could have 40-meter-circumference hems, and outfits could weigh up to 60 pounds. They were cut and shaped like architecture, on strong foundations that molded women and “freed them from nature,” Dior said. Rather than rationing, his ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred. The debut got a standing ovation.
In the subsequent decade, Paris ruled as the undisputed fashion capital of the world, and Christian Dior reigned as its king. With the luxuriously full skirts of his New Look, suits and his drop-dead gorgeous couture dresses and ball gowns worthy of any princess, Dior gave women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of war.
On 1stDibs, find an exquisite range of vintage Christian Dior clothing, jewelry, handbags and other items.
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.