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Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2004 Black Bias-Cut Evening Gown
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2004 Black Bias-Cut Evening Gown

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"

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Dior 2000's Dark Navy Silk Deep V- Neck Quiet Sexy Evening Gown
Dior 2000's Dark Navy Silk Deep V- Neck Quiet Sexy Evening Gown

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

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2010s French Evening Dresses

Dior Evening Dress with Black Crepe and Lace
Dior Evening Dress with Black Crepe and Lace

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

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1990s French Evening Dresses

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

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

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Christian Dior Deco Inspired Rich Black Bias Cut Gown
Christian Dior Deco Inspired Rich Black Bias Cut Gown

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Black satin evening slip dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
Black satin evening slip dress CHRISTIAN DIOR

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

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2010s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

CHRISTIAN DIOR Evening Dress Size 38FR in Black Silk
CHRISTIAN DIOR Evening Dress Size 38FR in Black Silk

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

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses

RARE Christian Dior by Raf Simons 2013 Colum Evening Gown Maxi Dress with Train
RARE Christian Dior by Raf Simons 2013 Colum Evening Gown Maxi Dress with Train

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

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2010s French Evening Gowns

rare! Christian Dior & John Galliano 2002 evening black rose dress
rare! Christian Dior & John Galliano 2002 evening black rose dress

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

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Runway Gilded Butterfly Evening Dress
Christian Dior Runway Gilded Butterfly Evening Dress

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

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2010s Evening Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Crepe Evening Dress, FW 1997
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Crepe Evening Dress, FW 1997

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

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown,  fw 2008
Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown,  fw 2008

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

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Satin Crystal Evening Dress, SS 2000
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Satin Crystal Evening Dress, SS 2000

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

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior 2020 Cruise Collection Runway Dress Gown
Christian Dior 2020 Cruise Collection Runway Dress Gown

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

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2010s Evening Gowns

Christian Dior evening dress 2008
Christian Dior evening dress 2008

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

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré silk evening dress
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré silk evening dress

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

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1990s French Evening Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk bias cut evening dress, ss 2005
Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk bias cut evening dress, ss 2005

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

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano black lurex evening dress and coat, ss 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano black lurex evening dress and coat, ss 1999

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

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano black evening dress with lace inserts, ss 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano black evening dress with lace inserts, ss 1999

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 ▪

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano foiled black open-knit evening dress, fw 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano foiled black open-knit evening dress, fw 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

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano black bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 2000
Christian Dior by John Galliano black bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 2000

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

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre S/S 1994 vintage black silk evening dress
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre S/S 1994 vintage black silk evening dress

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

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1990s French Evening Gowns

1991 Christian Dior By Gianfranco Ferre Black Silk One Shoulder Gown
1991 Christian Dior By Gianfranco Ferre Black Silk One Shoulder Gown

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

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1990s French Wedding Dresses

Christian Dior evening dress winter 1997
Christian Dior evening dress winter 1997

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

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Silk Charmeuse Gown
2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Silk Charmeuse Gown

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

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

1960's Black Silk Chiffon Tiered Gown
1960's Black Silk Chiffon Tiered Gown

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

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1960s French Evening Gowns

2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Silk Charmeuse Gown
2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Silk Charmeuse Gown

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

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

F/W 1998 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Woven Gown
F/W 1998 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Woven Gown

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

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

F/W 1998 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Woven Gown

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

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior Cruise 2013 Black & White Satin Dress
Christian Dior Cruise 2013 Black & White Satin Dress

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

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2010s Evening Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Openwork Viscose Knit Evening Dress, SS 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano Openwork Viscose Knit Evening Dress, SS 1999

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

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano tricolour bias-cut evening dress, ss 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano tricolour bias-cut evening dress, ss 1999

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

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

2015 Raf Simons for Christian Dior Embroidered Sequin Evening Dress, Pre-Fall
2015 Raf Simons for Christian Dior Embroidered Sequin Evening Dress, Pre-Fall

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

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Dior Attributed Haute Couture Black Velvet Dress
1980s Dior Attributed Haute Couture Black Velvet Dress

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

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Vintage 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano Silk Bias-Cut Gown dress, with stole
Vintage 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano Silk Bias-Cut Gown dress, with stole

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

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Satin Gown with Geometric Inlays, FW 2002
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Satin Gown with Geometric Inlays, FW 2002

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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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano burgundy wool crepe evening dress, fw 2008
Christian Dior by John Galliano burgundy wool crepe evening dress, fw 2008

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 ...

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Christian Dior Embellished Slip Silk Black Midi Dress
Christian Dior Embellished Slip Silk Black Midi Dress

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

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dior Beaded Tulle Gown Dress Pre-Fall 2018
Dior Beaded Tulle Gown Dress Pre-Fall 2018

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

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2010s French Maxi Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Bias Cut Silk Evening Dress, fw 2002
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Bias Cut Silk Evening Dress, fw 2002

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

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998

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

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Beaded Net Evening Dress with Fringe, SS 1998
Christian Dior by John Galliano Beaded Net Evening Dress with Fringe, SS 1998

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

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Black Wool Midi  Dress, Size 6
Christian Dior Black Wool Midi  Dress, Size 6

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.

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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Black Dior Evening Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary black dior evening gown you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a black dior evening gown may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior and John Galliano are consistently popular. Finding a black dior evening gown for sale for women should be easy, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Black Dior Evening Gown?

On average, a black dior evening gown on 1stDibs sells for $2,345, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Christian Dior for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

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.

Questions About Christian Dior
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dior is a luxury French fashion house that celebrates opulence, extravagance and femininity in fashion. It was founded in 1946 by French fashion designer Christian Dior and gained fame for revolutionizing women’s fashion after World War II. Find a collection of authentic Christian Dior clothing, jewelry and other stunning items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior, born in Granville, France in 1905, was one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. His “New Look,” which featured a sensuous silhouette complete with rounded shoulders, a cinched waist and a full skirt, revived extravagance in women’s fashion after the poverty of World War II. Find an opulent collection of Dior pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The current designer for Dior is Maria Grazia Chiuri as of December 2021. She became the first woman to lead creative designs at the brand when she took on the role in 2016. Previous chief designers for Dior include founder Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan and Gianfranco Ferré. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of Dior garments, jewelry and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior was influenced by his years working as an art dealer and fashion illustrator before finally opening a fashion house of his own. He was initially interested in art and architecture. Prior to his work in fashion design, Dior ran an art gallery with a friend, where he showed the work of Max Ernst, Picasso, Joan Miró and others. In 1946, Dior opened his fashion house and strove to deliver bright fashions for a new era, discarding the sexless utilitarian garbs that had been forced upon people during the war. Three very talented women who worked in Dior’s studio — Madame Raymonde Zehnacker, Marguerite Carré and Mitzah Bricard — are also said to have inspired him. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Dior clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To correctly pronounce the first word in Dior Homme, say "dee-OAR." The second word sounds like the word "home" but without the letter H. Dior is the French last name of the brand's founder, Christian Dior. "Homme" is the French word for man. Find a selection of Dior Homme on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The company Christian Dior was originally founded in 1946 at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris, France. From there, Dior strove to deliver fashion for an optimistic post-war future, leading to the great success of his company. Shop a collection of designer Christian Dior pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, Dior is a luxury brand.

    Legendary French designer Christian Dior launched his haute couture house in 1946. He would go on to alter 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.

    A luxury brand is typically recognized for its heritage and its dedication to uncompromising quality standards (luxury brands are synonymous with a history of excellence in service and craftsmanship). Exclusivity plays an enormous role with respect to luxury brands, and while all luxury fashion brands are not necessarily haute couture houses, what could be more exclusive than a dress that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish?

    Only a select group of fashion houses are legally permitted to operate with the haute couture title, and Dior, a universally revered luxury brand, is one of them.

    Find vintage Dior clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dior boutiques often have sales at the end of the season on select items. The best way to find out is to ask your nearest location or keep an eye on the inventory. For physical store locations, consult the brand’s website. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Dior clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2024
    Dior bags are made of a variety of materials. Some of the bags created by the acclaimed French luxury house come in fabrics, including cotton canvas, jacquard, satin, blue denim and velvet. Other bags hand-crafted in Dior’s leatherworking ateliers have included those made with grained calfskin, durable bull calf leather and goatskin. Patent lambskin bags are also part of the brand's offerings as well as bags made with wicker, python leather and crocodile leather.

    Some of the best known Dior bags include the Lady Dior, the Saddle and the Book tote.

    You’ll find a large selection of Dior shoulder bags, totes and other handbags for sale on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    No, Dior doesn’t have Black Friday sales. Founded by Christian Dior in 1946, the legendary French couture house is known for its clothing, jewelry, bags and accessories. The brand has established more than 220 boutiques around the world, and the locations of its stores can be found on its official website. Some of Dior’s new offerings may only be available on its website, while other items may be exclusive to its boutiques.

    And you don’t need to book an appointment to visit a Dior boutique.

    Find vintage Dior dresses and gowns, shoulder bags and other items for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can wear a Dior Mitzah in many ways. Wrap the long, narrow strip of fabric around your neck and tie it in a bow like a scarf, or coil it around the handles of your Dior handbag. The dimensions of the scarf also allow it to function as a headband or a wrist wrap. Shop a large selection of Dior scarves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Dior is a publicly traded company. Its full name is Christian Dior SE. The stock trades on the Euronext 100 market under the initials "CDI." The largest shareholder and primary owner of the company is the French corporation LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. You’ll find a large selection of Dior on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, the Dior saddle bag is generally not considered a classic bag. It debuted in 1999 in the Spring/Summer 2000 collection designed by John Galliano. Because of its introduction year, the saddle bag isn't a vintage style and is usually thought of as a modern design. Shop a range of Dior saddle bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    After seven years as an art dealer, Christian Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for French fashion designer Robert Piguet. In 1941, following a year of military service, Dior joined the fashion house of Lucien Lelong. Five years later, he was able to open a fashion house of his own at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris. At 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern Christian Dior clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 19, 2024
    Yes, Christian Dior and Dior are the same. The French couturier Christian Dior founded his eponymous house in 1946. The brand is commonly known as simply Dior.

    After seven years as an art dealer in Paris, the Granville-born 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.

    Dior's New Look — the silhouette introduced by the couturier with his first namesake collection in 1947 — featured gowns characterized by soft, rounded shoulders; a prominent bust; waspish waistlines; and long, voluminous skirts. Dior’s work definitively declared that opulence was in, and his return to a “pretty,” highly feminized style was a direct reaction to years of wartime austerity. 

    Find 1950s Dior dresses, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    As of 2021, Dior eyewear is manufactured by Thélios, an Italian company owned by Dior’s parent company LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton. The change happened after the 23-year long license deal with the eyewear company Safilo expired in 2020. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Dior eyewear from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The last four digits on a Lady Dior date code indicate the month and year. The first and third digits represent the month, while the second and fourth digits represent the year. For example, if your date code ends with 1128, that would mean the time of manufacture was December 2018. This is the same code system used by Louis Vuitton.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The location of manufacture for Dior products varies depending on the product. For example, Dior’s leather goods are made in Italy, their timepieces are crafted in Switzerland, and jeans are produced in Japan. For information on specific products, consult the brand’s website. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary Dior clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell a vintage Dior, check to see if the bag has a date code tag inside. Dior introduced its date coding system in the late 1990s, so if your bag lacks a date code, it is possibly vintage. Earlier-dated bags will have their codes in XX-YYYY. The first and third "Y" characters indicate the month of production, and the second and fourth correspond to the production year. For example, 0917 would indicate a production date of January 1997. On more recent bags, the date code will be in an XX-XX-YYYY format, but you can still find the date in the last four characters using the same method. If your bag is at least 20 years old, it is vintage. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Dior bags.