Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Torque Necklace 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A rare and super stylish Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Torque Necklace. Alone or layered, this is the perfect timeless statement from the Dior archive.
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Torque Necklace 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A rare and super stylish Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Torque Necklace. Alone or layered, this is the perfect timeless statement from the Dior archive.
Christian Dior Crystal Charms & Silver-Tone Chain Pendent Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Christian Dior Crystal Charms & Silver-Tone Chain Pendant Necklace is a stunning piece that effortlessly combines elegance and playful charm.
CHRISTIAN DIOR Crystal Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR silver tone chain necklace featuring a large rectangular facetted clear crystal pendant encaged in a jewelled DIOR logo.
Christian Dior Crystal Vase / Ice Bucket
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior clear crystal vase or ice bucket / made in France Original mark on the glass Measures: width 8.5 inches, depth 7 inches, height 7 inches 1 available in stock in Italy ...
Crystal
1980s Christian Dior Crystal Link Statement Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A striking vintage Christian Dior link bracelet from the 1980s, built from bold oval links fully encrusted with clear crystals.
Crystal, Silver Plate
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Swirl Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Dior Crystal Swirl Earrings. Crafted in gold plated metal and set with crystal chatons in a graduating swirl. In very good vintage condition. Signed. Approx. 2.7cms. A glamou...
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Wing Earrings 1974
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of exquisite and super stylish Vintage Dior Wing Earrings. Featuring claw set paste chatons in a wing or apostrophe style design. Crafted in rhodium plated metal. Very good vi...
1990s Christian Dior Crystal and Pearl Tear Drop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s or 1990s Christian Dior gold-plated clip-on earrings set with a lustrous iridescent teardrop shaped pearl as the centre price.
Crystal
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Spell Out Charm Necklace 1990s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Dior Spell Out Necklace. Featuring the most fabulous array of crystal set charms spelling out Dior, not once, but three times. Created in rhodium plated metal. Signed, in v...
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Ladybird Double Pin Set 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A wonderfully whimsical Vintage Dior Ladybird Brooch with Ladybird tack duo. Crafted in rhodium plated metal and set with jet glass and crystal stones. A fabulous pair, the long slen...
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal & Pearl Drop Estruscan Inspired Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Dior Pearl Estruscan Earrings. Crafted from gold plated metal, crystals and glass pearls. Featuring Etruscan inspired long drop mounts set with a timeless combo of pearls and...
1970s Christian Dior Crystal Necklace with Sky Blue & Lemon Yellow Crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Vintage Christian Dior 1970’s Vintage Bejeweled Necklace with Sky Blue and Lemon Yellow crystals on a golden finish with ivory enamel details.
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Pavé Gold-Tone Statement Clip Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
These striking statement earrings feature an elegant link and horseshoe-shaped design, fully pavé-set with sparkling clear crystals in a warm gold-tone setting. Christian Dior is on...
Gold
Christian Dior 1980s Crystal Chain Necklace, Unisex, 41cm Length
By Christian Dior
Located in Capri, IT
1980s Christian Dior crystal necklace measurements: 41 cm
New Christian Dior Nude Crystal Embellished T-strap Shoes Pumps 39.5
By Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Christian Dior Crystal Embellished T-strap Shoes Pumps Designer size - 39.5 Nude Upper Glitter Fabric with Mesh Lining, Finished with Several Shapes of Crystals, Satin Insole, Le...
Christian Dior Paris Crystal Desk Accessory Letter Opener
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning crystal desk accessory, a letter opener, was designed for the Christian Dior Interior Collection.
Crystal, Enamel
Christian Dior Paris Crystal Desk Accessory Pencil Cup, circa 1990
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning crystal desk accessory, a pencil cup, was designed for the Christian Dior Interior Collection.
Crystal, Enamel
Christian Dior Paris Crystal Desk Accessory Pen Holder
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning crystal desk accessory, pen holder, was designed for the Christian Dior Interior Collection.
Crystal, Enamel
John Galliano for Christian Dior "CD "Crystallized Necklace
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Nothing gets more Iconic than this John Galliano for Christian Dior crystal necklace. With so many ways to style and wear this killer necklace, it is a no-brainer.
Crystal
Vintage Christian Dior Statement Crystal Cascade Necklace & Drop Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular and grand Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Cascade Necklace. Drops cascade from the collar to mesmerizingly beautiful effect.
Christian Dior Interior Collection Modernist Crystal Vase, circa 1980
By Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
Christian Dior Crystal Vase, Rare 1980 Italian Studio Edition – Signed and Labeled A masterstroke of sculptural elegance, this rare crystal vase was created exclusively for the Chris...
Crystal
Christian Dior Lead Crystal Vase
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior clear lead crystal vase / made in France Original label on the glass / comes in original box Measures: width 9 inches, depth 6.5 inches, height 12.5 inches 1 available...
Crystal
Christian Dior Swarovski Crystal Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Christian Dior Swarovski Crystal Belt from the 1970's.
1980s Christian Dior Vintage D Logo Crystal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Its substantial weight and high-shine silver finish reflect the premium craftsmanship Dior is known for. Specifications Designer: Christian Dior Era: Circa 1985–1989 Style: Stylized...
Crystal
Christian Dior Vintage Bracelet with Cabochons and Crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This beautiful vintage Christian Dior bracelet dates from the 1980s and features stunning cabochon and crystal details.
Crystal, Gold Plate
Christian Dior Couture Olivine Crystal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Haute Couture Regency style brooch of olivine crystal faceted oval and teardrop stones accented with pale blue aurora borealis round crystals. 1950's France.
Silver Plate, Base Metal, Bronze
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR gold emerald green crystal runway earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • Signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold tone • emerald green crystal • vintage runway couture clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 3/4” long by 3/8” wide CONDITION • excellent vintage c...
Crystal, Gold Plate
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Silver Checkerboard Crystal Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Silver Checkerboard Crystal Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR. - Checkerboard style earrings studded with black and clear rhinestones. - Silv...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Silver Checkerboard Crystal Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Silver Checkerboard Crystal Necklace Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR. - Checkerboard style ribbed necklace studded with black and clear rhinestones ...
Christian Dior Grey Satin Crystal Cannage Mini Lady Dior Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Christian Dior Grey Satin Crystal Cannage Mini Lady Dior Bag SKU: 155500 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item is in very good co...
$3,000 / set
1997 Christian Dior Large Crystal Drop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
These rare earrings are the commercial version of the enormous earrings that were seen on the runway for Christian Dior’s Fall 1997 haute couture collection, designed by John Galliano.
Vintage Christian Dior Emerald Crystal Earrings 1968
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Pair of Vintage Dior Emerald Earrings. These classic vintage Christian Dior earrings from 1968 are a beautiful example of the craftsmanship and design that defined the House of Dio...
Christian Dior My ABCDior Tribales Faux Pearl & Crystal 'N' Single Earring
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Christian Dior My ABCDior Tribales Faux Pearl & Crystal Letter 'N' Single Earring From the Dior's iconic 'Tribales' collection is this single drop earring featuring a...
Crystal
Christian Dior Lady Dior Bag Niloticus Crocodile Himalaya White Crystal Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in Aventura, FL
This is an authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR Niloticus Crocodile Himalaya Crystal Small Lady Dior in White.
Vintage Christian Dior Contemporary Silver Crystal Collar 1990s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Dior Rhinestone Collar from the 1990s. Featuring rhodium plated metal and pave set Swarovski crystals. Measuring approx. 38cm and in very good vintage condition. Signed. A ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Resin Crystal Hearts Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR black resin cuff bracelet embellished with clear heart shaped crystals in a silver toned setting.
Vintage Christian Dior Chunky Crystal V Necklace 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A chunkier version of this Dior design, this striking vintage Dior V necklace is expertly crafted to showcase the House’s timeless style. This bold and weighty statement piece featur...
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Gold Tone Enamel Crystal Cusp Ring
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Amazing cusp crystal enamel gold tone cusp ring from Christian Dior, Dior signature on the inside Inside Diameter MM Inches 16.71 0.658 Inside Circumference MM In...
Crystal, Enamel, Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Crystal Logo Clip On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage clip-on earrings featuring a massive rectangular clear crystal set in a jewelled DIOR logo.
Vintage Christian Dior Onyx Glass & Crystal Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
She has sourced and curated a strikingly beautiful collection of vintage Christian Dior jewels, including this one, spanning the seven decades of the house; including pieces when Chr...
Christian Dior Couture Murano ArtGlass Crystal Beaded Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
Presenting a singular masterpiece from Christian Dior's couture archives: an extraordinary, one-of-a-kind runway necklace conceived as a lavish prototype for the Paris 1980s Dior run...
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Plated Enamel Leaf Brooch with Crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This 1980s Christian Dior Enamel Leaf Brooch, yellow gold-plated brooch is an exquisite piece featuring a sophisticated, stylish large leaf design, adorned with crystals, a signatu...
Crystal, Gold Plate, Enamel
Vintage Christian Dior Oval Aqua Crystal Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of ultra feminine and very pretty Vintage Dior Aqua Earrings. Crafted in weighty gold plated metal and set with glass crystals. In very good vintage condition. Signed. Approx....
Vintage Christian Dior Silver Crystal Spellout Necklace 2000s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Dior Spellout Necklace. Crafted in rhodium plated metal and set with crystal chaton stones. Finished with the CD hang tag fastener. In very good vintage condition. Signed. ...
1964 Christian Dior Gold Mesh Knotted Brooch with Crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This brooch was designed for Christian Dior in 1964 and produced by the famous Henkel & Grosse factory who had a long association with jewellery making for the house of Dior.
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage CD Logo Pastel Roses Crystal Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver tone necklace, embellished with clear crystals, featuring pastel colour roses with dangling C and D letters.
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Crystal Buckle Style Clamper Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Crystal Buckle Style Clamper Bracelet Measurements: Height: 1.02 inches (2.6 cm) Inner Circumference: 6.50 inches (16.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authen...
Christian Dior Clear Heart Glass Paperweight, Lead Crystal, France
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior clear heart shaped lead glass crystal paperweight / made in France Original label on the glass / comes in original box Length: 4 inches / Width: 4 inches / Height: 1 i...
Glass
$1,276Sale Price|20% Off
1959 Christian Dior Faux Pearl Green Crystal Costume Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning faux crystal and pearl Christian Dior brooch. From 1959, this large and wealthy brooch features a diamond shape with faux pearls and green, clear, and black cry...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Silver Tone Crystal & Resin Flower Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver tone chain necklace featuring iridescent resin flowers embellished with crystals (clear and very light yellow) and clusters of facetted clear glass bea...
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage bow gold crystal designer runway brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold tone with crystals • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of ...
1970s Christian Dior Knotted Gold Rope and Crystal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
1970s Christian Dior brooch almost certainly manufactured by Henkel & Grosse who have a long association with jewellery making for Dior.
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR logo gold crystal designer runway bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold tone with crystals • vintage designer runway bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...
Vintage Christian Dior Oval Aqua Blue Crystal Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of ultra feminine and very pretty Vintage Dior Aqua Earrings. Crafted in weighty gold plated metal and set with glass crystals. In very good vintage condition. Signed. Approx....
Christian Dior Black Lucite with Swarovski Crystal Cuff Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR gorgeous black lucite cuff bracelet embellished with clear, "black diamond" and jet SWAROVSKI crystals.
Christian Dior Leaf-Shaped Pearl & Crystal Clip-On Earrings 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Elegant vintage clip-on earrings by the iconic French fashion house Christian Dior, dating to the 1970s. Each earring features a graceful leaf-shaped design adorned with lustrous fau...
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Green Emerald Gripoix Crystals Octagon Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Emerald Green Crystals Octagon Rectangle Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Byzantine Crystals Openwork Mesh Statement Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Byzantine Braid Whole Sparkling Crystals Tennis Openwork Chunky Statement Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genu...
Gold Plate
Condiment Set Lucite, Wicker and Crystal Christian Dior Style, Italy 1970s
By Christian Dior, Dior Home
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury beautiful condiment set (vinegar, oil, salt and pepper) in lucite, wicker, bamboo, brass and crystal ( Royal Crystal Rock) in the style of Christian Dior Home.
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Metal, Brass
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Square Crystals Omega Adjustable Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Square Cube Crystals Omega Adjustable Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition, maybe light scratches or colour loss,...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Christian Dior Crystal Choker with Logos
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare, beautiful Christian Dior choker with logo details on the crystal.
Unavailable
H 1.19 in W 0.79 in D 0.08 in
Pair of 1950s Christian Dior Crystal Earrings by Mitchel Maer
By Christian Dior
Located in London, England
An exquisite vintage pair of Christian Dior clip-on earrings are a rare and magnificent example of the short-lived but legendary collaboration between the French couture house and th...
Crystal, Metal
Unavailable
H 3.2 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Christian Dior Set of Eight Tumbler or Double Old Fashioned Whisky Glasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Petaluma, CA
This new, never used, set of eight Christian Dior tumbler glasses is model "Doll." The model has an elegant decorative etched circle design on the front of each glass. The glasses co...
Crystal
Christian Dior 1963 Red Crystal Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior couture necklace signed and dated 1963 Made by Henkel Grosse company
Christian Dior 1963 Red Crystal Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Yuting Ren, GB
Christian Dior couture necklace signed and dated 1963 Made by Henkel Grosse company
Vintage Christian Dior earrings Crystal and Montana swarovski cristal
By Christian Dior
Located in BÈGLES, FR
Christian dior vintage the shape, could represent a heart, upside down. It would be entirely set with Cristal de Swarovski like diamond chips. Thé Dimensions Is 2 cm ...
Crystal, Gold Plate
Christian Dior Gold clip On Crystal Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Lake Park, FL
These vintage Christian Dior clip on gold earrings have gorgeous blue and purple crystals.
Christian Dior Briolette Crystal Clip-On Bow Costume Dangle Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Gorgeous costume dangle earrings by Christian Dior. Feature crystal-studded metal bows with briolette cut crystal.
Crystal, Base Metal
Vintage Christian Dior Cross Blue Green Crystal Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Yuting Ren, GB
Vintage Christian Dior brooch, comes with crystals. In Cross shape.
Vintage Signed Christian Dior Faux Lapis & Crystal Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
These vintage signed Christian Dior earrings feature faux lapis center stones with clear crystal accents in a gold tone setting.
Christian Dior Butterfly Embroidered AB Crystal Denim Flap Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a Christian Dior denim flap handbag with embroidered multi color butterflies and aurora borealis crystal with a white patent leather handle and silver hardware.
Christian Dior 1966 Green Crystal Large Circus Clown Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Brooch Signed and dated 1966 Made by Henkel&Grosse Company
Christian Dior 1961 Green Crystal Large Stone Couture Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Brooch Signed and dated 1961 Made by Henkel&Grosse Company
Christian Dior 1961 Green Crystal Large Stone Couture Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Yuting Ren, GB
Christian Dior Brooch Signed and dated 1961 Made by Henkel&Grosse Company
Vintage Signed Christian Dior Faux Amber & Crystal Clip Earrin
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
These vintage 1980s Christian Dior clip earrings were made with a large faux amber faceted stone. They are surrounded by a half moon design with rhinestones on each side. They are in...
Unavailable
H 0.25 in W 0.5 in L 17.5 in
20th Century Gold, Enamel & Swarovski Crystal Necklace By, Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Gold, Enamel & Swarovski Crystal Choker Style Necklace By, Christian Dior.
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.
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