Christian Dior 2004 Galliano wool and silk top
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior 2004 Galliano wool and silk top, size FR 38 / M — John Galliano collection Description: For sale is a vintage top from the legendary Christian Dior 2004 collection u...
Christian Dior 2004 by John Galliano Diorissimo Monogram viscose jacket
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior 2004 by John Galliano Diorissimo Monogram viscose jacket John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior 2004 (spring / summer) Country of production: Fra...
Dior 2004 Rasta Collection Heels
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
These Green canvas and leather quilted heels from Galliano Era Dior are from the 2004 RTW 'Rasta' collection. Features iconic Dior tread, Quilt stitching, buckle strap detail, tri-co...
Christian Dior 2004 Vintage Trotter Embroidery black D bucket hat
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Vintage Trotter Embroidery black D bucket hat A black bucket hat decorated with the iconic Diorissimo print and a logo plaque created by John Galliano for Christian D...
Christian Dior 2004 Fall-Winter Blended Cotton Blouse with Silk Flower
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Blended cotton blouse decorated with a silk flower on the front.
Christian Dior 2004 Women's Green Plaid Pleated Mini Skirt with Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking example of Christian Dior Fall/Winter 2004 Ready-to-Wear under the direction of John Galliano, this pleated mini skirt embodies the era’s signature tension between classic...
Christian Dior jacket by John Galliano Spring 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2004 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior Tattoo dress 'Hommage à Marlène' by John Galliano Summer 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2004 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear "Hommage à Marlène" Collection, under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior suit 'Tribute to Marlene' by John Galliano Spring-Summer 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2004 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear 'Tribute to Marlene' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior set 'the Empress Sisi' Haute Couture by John Galliano Winter 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2004 Fall-Winter Haute couture 'The empress Sisi' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior by Galliano 2004 Rasta Mania skirt size 38
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior 2004 rasta collection 'Mania' skirt. Alternate print from the famed rasta collection.
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 jeans
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 jeans size F 40 excellent condition
Dior Monogram Galliano 2004 юбка
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior Monogram Galliano 2004 skirt Condition Excellent Brand: Christian Dior Color: Pink condition excellent skirt with monogram
Christian dior hat Winter 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Foal-like calfskin hat witn animal print, a black corduroy ribbon, and a bow.
Christian Dior hat Winter 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Foal-like calfskin hat witn zebra print, a black corduroy ribbon, and a bow.
Vintage Christian Dior Galliano T-shirt 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
The 2004 model boasts a recognizable silhouette and luxurious quality.
2004 set Dior Gitane 2004 Galliano cotton T-shirt Enameled Swallow Brooch
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
1 Rare!!! Dior Gitane 2004 by John Galliano cotton T-shirt John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior Spring 2004 Ready-to-Wear Country of production: France An u...
Dior Gitane Gipsy 2004 Galliano silk scarf
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior Gitane Gipsy 2004 Galliano silk scarf Excellent condition Silk scarf
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 wool silk skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 wool silk skirt size 34 The condition is excellent wool skirt, silk lining Waist Size: 72cm / 28.35inches Length: 38cm / 14.96 inches Hips: 94cm / 37....
2004 Vintage John Galliano for Christian Dior
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
2004 John Galliano for Christian Dior jacket John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior 2003 Christian Dior style: 3H12022220 Country of production: France Marked S...
Christian Dior Spring Summer 2004 romantic pink silk set
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Stunning Christian Dior by John Galliano romantic ruffled pink silk chiffon set from the Spring Summer 2004 collection.
Christian Dior Galliano SS 2004 patchwork T-shirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
VINTAGE CHRISTIAN DIOR GALLIANO T-SHIRT SS 2004 John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection, Spring-Summer 2004.
Christian Dior stole by John Galliano circa 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 2004 under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior John Galliano 2004 black shirt vintage
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Black vintage Christian Dior shirt, 2004 collection, Galliano era. A strict, refined silhouette.
Dior foulard by John Galliano circa 2002-2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 2002-2004 under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior Argyle Print Canvas & Leather Belt circa 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Christian Dior Argyle Print Canvas & Leather Belt from circa 2004 is a quintessential piece that combines classic sophistication with a touch of vintage charm.
Christian Dior Rasta Fall 2004 Fox Fur Muff
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Rasta Fall 2004 Fox Fur Muff Vintage fox fur muff.
Christian Dior by Galliano Fall 2004 Prototype Suit
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Norwich, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano, unique prototype sample from Fall/Winter 2004.
$3,713Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 hardcore Lace
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano SS 2004 hardcore lace up mini dress.
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 hardcore Lace
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano SS 2004 hardcore lace up mini dress.
Dior Lack Synthetic Coat with Fleece Lining, 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Portugal) Black synthetic coat with a fleece lining.
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004. Vintage Shirt / Blouse.
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004. Винтажная рубашка / блуза.
Christian Dior by John Galliano. Mink fur coat. 2004.
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
🔥 VINTAGE / ARCHIVE: Christian Dior by John Galliano. Genuine mink fur coat. 2004.
Vintage Christian Dior Galliano 2004 T-shirt in black
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
The 2004 model boasts a recognizable silhouette and luxurious quality.
Christian Dior by John Galliano – 2004 Angora & Wool Cardigan
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Condition: Excellent (отличное состояние) Size: F 38 (fits like modern XS–S, depending on desired fit) Measurements (flat lay): Sleeve length (from shoulder seam to cuff): 82 cm /...
2004 Dior Tattoo Logo Corset Corset top Gitane collection
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
2001 Dior Tattoo Logo Corset John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior Spring 2004 Ready-to-Wear Country of production: France Corset top mannequin 84.5 cm x 62 ...
Vintage 2004 Christian Dior By John Galliano Denim Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage Christian Dior By John Galliano 2004 collection. Features a blue denim fabric, oversized front utility side straps pockets with metal hardware engraved “Dior,” and two back ...
Christian Dior – John Galliano – T-shirt “Gitane” Runway – Spring/Summer 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
Rare Christian Dior Boutique Paris t-shirt, designed by John Galliano for the Spring-Summer 2004 Ready-to-Wear collection.
2004 Rare Dior by J.Galliano Silver Tone Aviator Mask Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior by J.Galliano Silver-tone metal "Aviator" mask frame sunglasses featuring grey lens, gradient-effect, mini crystals on bridge and temples and mini crystal in ”Dior” on...
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2004 Leopard Bob
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in CANNES, FR
Christian Dior Boutique X John Galliano Fall/Winter 2004-2005 Leopard Bob in printed cotton with burgundy velvet, adorned with a chain.
Christian Dior by John Galliano – Rare Monogram Ski Helmet, circa 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
Exceptional and highly collectible Christian Dior ski helmet designed under the creative direction of John Galliano, dating to circa 2004.
Christian Dior by John Galliano – Rasta Mania Bikini, Spring/Summer 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
This particular style gained renewed attention after being worn by Kourtney Kardashian and featured in international fashion publications, further cementing its status as a coveted Y...
Christian dior Harlequin 'Boston Bowling' bag 2004 Golf Collection
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Harlequin coated leather 'Boston Bowling' bag with beige leather.
John Galliano for Christian Dior Argyle Sleeveless Polo Top circa 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This John Galliano for Christian Dior Argyle Sleeveless Polo Top from circa 2004 is a luxurious and distinctive piece that exemplifies high-end designer craftsmanship.
Christian Dior by John Galliano, 2004 down jacket (puffer / Vintage)
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior by John Galliano, down jacket, 2004 (Archive / Vintage) Size: IT 40 Condition: Excellent (9/10), no defects, abrasions, or stains.
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 Double Silk Tank Top
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Vintage Christian Dior Fall-Winter 2004 collection (John Galliano era).
Christian Dior F/W 2004 Cheetah Print Silk Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Bias-cut silk dress in Dior’s iconic cheetah print from John Galliano’s Fall/Winter 2004 collection.
Rare vintage Christian Dior tank top, John Galliano era, 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Excellent condition. This model is a true treasure for collectors and fans of Galliano's work. Size chart (France 40 / XS-S): ▪️ Shoulders: 30 cm (11.8") ▪️ Chest width (underarm): ...
Christian Dior x Galliano 2004 Medallion Trim Patchwork Jumper Sweater
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Rarest Christian Dior sweater from John Galliano's Spring 2004 Collection.
Christian Dior John Galliano 2004 white shirt size 46 excellent condition
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
A vintage white Christian Dior shirt from the 2004 collection, a period inspired by John Galliano.
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 pink rex rabbit fur headband
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall Winter 2004 pink rex fox fur and leather headband, Dior silver metal plate name on the front, leather stretchy on the back, one size.
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2004 Silk Evening Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
• Iconic Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2004 full length evening gown in deep black silk blend jersey • Ultra sculpting silhouette with elongated mermaid cut designed ...
Christian Dior by Galliano Diorissimo Logo Bucket Hat 2004 SZ 56
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior Galliano Oblique Jacquard Bucket Hat Diorissimo Trotter A black canvas bucket hat decorated with the iconic Diorissimo print and a logo plaque created by John Galliano for Chris...
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 1947 T-shirt black size F 40 vintage
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
A vintage black Christian Dior T-shirt from the 2004 collection, the "1947" style, is an iconic reference to the founding year of the House.
Christian Dior & Galliano 2004 spring RTW runway leather jacket USA 8 2000s
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
So, Christian Dior & Galliano 2004 spring RTW runway leather jacket FR 40 USA 8 2000 Designer John Galliano by Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior spring 2004 READY-TO-WEAR (Lo...
Christian Dior F/W 2004 Blue Nylon Technical Mini Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Blue nylon technical mini skirt from Christian Dior by John Galliano featuring multiple zipper pockets and chain details. Constructed in lightweight technical nylon with a fitted sil...
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO F/W 2004 Sheer Art Deco Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall Winter 2004 Sheer Art Deco Top FR44 Brand: Christian Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection / Year: Fall / Winter 2004 Material: Tulle: 64% Cot...
Dior Monogram Diorissimo Pink Canvas No 2 Girly Bum Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
John Galliano for Dior, 2004. This Dior belt bag features diorissimo/trotter monogram print with white patent leather finishes including appliqué No 2 at front, dual front stripes an...
Christian Dior "Mitzah" Winter 2004 Leopard Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chic Christian Dior "Mitzah" 2004 Leopard Gown which is sleeveless with speghetti straps.
2004 Christian DIOR chocolate Orylag fur jacket
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Newark, DE
Christian Dior, boutique, circa 2004 Chocolate Orylag fur jacket, as soft as Chinchila fur...
2004 DIOR knit and ostrich feathers dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Newark, DE
Christian DIOR boutique, by John GALLIANO, circa 2004 A lovely short black mohair knitted dress or tunic, fancy knitting.
Dior Coated Canvas Argyle Print Bowler Top Handle Bag (2004)
By Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This Dior top handle bag is from the spring/summer 2004 collection by John Galliano.
Circa 2004 CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano silk bow sheer blouse unworn
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Circa 2004 White bow sheer blouse from Christian Dior by John Galliano featuring a classic collar, a front button fastening, long sleeves, button cuffs and a ruffled design.
Unavailable
Size: France 40
Circa 2004 CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano black silk bow sheer blouse unworn
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Unworn Circa 2004 Shoulder 48 cm Sleeve lenght 64 cm
S/S 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano White and Patterned Bias Cut Drape Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano white and patterned bias cut dress.
2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Pink Silk Tiered Ruffle Bias-Cut Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A highly coveted and totally ethereal Christian Dior pearly pink silk chiffon bias-cut dress from John Galliano's celebrated 2004 spring-summer collection.
Dior Monogram Oblique Beige Rasta Tote Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This Dior tote bag from the 2004 Rasta Collection by John Galliano is influenced by Jamaican culture.
2000s DIOR HAUTE COUTURE houndstooth cashmere suit
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Newark, DE
Christian DIOR, by John GALLIANO, circa 2004- 2005 A very elegant black and grey hound's tooth checked cashmere suit, un- labelled.
Unavailable
Size: 38 1/2
DIOR exquisite new white ostrich feather and studded leather sandals size 38 1/2
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Newark, DE
Christian DIOR, by John GALLIANO, circa 2004 Exquisite and delicate pair of white leather sandals, fully studded with tiny round metallic domes, lined in white leather, adorned ...
Unavailable
Size: 37 1/2
DIOR by GALLIANO Iconic pink satin and white patent leather pumps size 37 1/2
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Newark, DE
A John Galliano for Christian DIOR, spring- summer 2004, ultra glamorous, feminine and sophisticated pink silk satin, white pierced leather and pink dyed fox shoulder bag.
John Galliano SS-1993 Cropped Acetate Pants
By John Galliano
Located in Brussels, BE
Look 32 as seen on the runway John Galliano Spring/Summer 1993, ready-to-wear, in ice blue color (as seen on John Galliano at fashion show finale Spring/Summer 2004 Christian Dior by...
Geoffrey Beene Black Silk Jersey Wrap Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Topanga, CA
Beene died on September 28, 2004, due to complications from cancer.
2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano logo pattern hooded coat
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano logo pattern hooded coat .
Dior 2004 Rasta Print Monogram Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Wembley, GB
Interdite Vintage presents a Dior 2004 Rasta Print Monogram Saddle Bag This bag is a collectors item featuring a brown monogram ‘Dior’ canvas and leather with silver hardware.
Christian Dior 2004 Y2K Dice Leopard Print T-Shirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a bold statement with the Christian Dior 2004 Y2K Dice Leopard Print T-Shirt, a vibrant homage to the iconic John Galliano era for Christian Dior.
Christian Dior 2004 Silk Floral Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Norwich, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2004 silk floral dress.
Christian Dior 2004 Dress With Diamante Brooch
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Norwich, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano dress, from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection.
Christian Dior 2004 Rasta Monogram Swim Halter Top size 36
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
2004 Christian Dior Rasta collection halter top by John Galliano.
Christian Dior 2004 by John Galliano crystal Chocker + co ords Belt
Located in Carnate, IT
Choker necklace + belt. in silver adorned with multiple danging crystals from the fall 2004 runway collection modeled by Karolina Kurkova and designed by John Galliano for Christian ...
Christian Dior Vintage 2004 Rasta Heels
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Brand: Christian Dior Color: Multi Size: UK 4 Brand: Christian Dior Tag Size: 37 Modern Size: UK: 4, US: 6, EU: 37 Year / Season: 2004 Authenticity Guaranteed
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 Spectator Patent Leather Pumps
By Christian Dior
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A striking pair of oxford-style pumps from Dior’s 2004 collection under John Galliano. Featuring classic white leather with brogue trim, contrasted by glossy black patent leather de...
Christian Dior set 'Teddy Boys Art Deco' by John Galliano Spring 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2004 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear "Teddy Boys Art Déco" Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior set 'Teddy Boy style' by John Galliano Winter 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2004 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear 'Teddy Boy style' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior set 'Tribute to Marlene' by John Galliano Spring 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2004 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear 'Tribute to Marlene' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano.
Christian Dior jacket 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Gray blended wool jacket pleated on the front.
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.