Dior CD Diamond Structured Box Bag – Toile de Dior, 1970s Inspiration
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This rare Dior box bag showcases the iconic CD Diamond motif, originally designed by Marc Bohan in
Dior CD Diamond Structured Box Bag – Toile de Dior, 1970s Inspiration
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This rare Dior box bag showcases the iconic CD Diamond motif, originally designed by Marc Bohan in
Christian Dior Calfskin Leather 30 Montaigne Box Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Calfskin Leather 30 Montaigne Box Bag Black box bag crafted of calfskin leather in
Christian Dior Pink Calfskin 30 Montaigne Box Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pale pink box calfskin 30 Montaigne bag adorned with gold-finish CD clasp and distinctive embossed
Christian Dior Black Box Calfskin Medium Bobby Flap Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Christian Dior Black Box Calfskin Medium Bobby Flap Bag SKU: 153091 MSRP: 3900.00
$4,856
H 8.27 in D 4.73 in L 9.45 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR Medium Lady Dior Bag Black Patent Cannage Calfskin W/Box
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This medium Lady Dior bag is one of the most iconic bag from the House of Christian Dior introduced
Christian Dior Beige Smooth Box Calfskin 30 Montaigne Flap Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Christian Dior Beige Smooth Box Calfskin 30 Montaigne Flap Bag SKU: 152717 Condition
Dior Black Box Calf Leather Flap Chain Bag 827da9
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 9" Width: 1" Height: 6" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" and 15" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and Trim: M...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Calfskin Leather Chain Box Bag Small Beige
By Christian Dior
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR small box bag is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in beige. This
$1,233
H 5.91 in W 3.94 in D 3.55 in
Christian Dior Black Oblique Monogram & Calfskin Vintage Top Handle Box Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Black Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Top Handle Box Bag Product
Christian Dior 2020 Sac Pochette Nano Pouch Shoulder Bag Blue New in Box
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Nano Christian Dior pouch in royal blue leather, clasp in slightly dark silver metal (ruthenium
CHRISTIAN DIOR Box Calfskin Medium Bobby Flap
By Christian Dior
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Christian Dior Box Calfskin Bobby Flap Crossbody in light brown. Features smooth brown
$6,515
H 6.5 in W 2.5 in L 6 in
Christian Dior Lady Dior Python Snakeskin Gold Hardware Top Handle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Houston, US
minor wear normal from everyday use. Includes original Dior box and dust bag. SKU: 224356
$1,008Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage John Galliano black trotter Street Chic canvas box bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage John Galliano black trotter Street Chic canvas box bag Reference: TGAS
$1,248Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR 30 Montaigne Box Mini nude leather gold CD buckle crossbody bag
By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 30 Montaigne Box Mini nude leather gold CD buckle crossbody bag Reference: KYCG
Christian Dior Pink Smooth Calfskin Leather 30 Montaigne Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: 2019 RRP: £3,050 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Care Booklet, Authenticity Card Colour: Pink
$3,564
H 6.7 in W 9.45 in D 3.15 in
Christian Dior Burgundy Oblique Jacquard & Calfskin Leather 30 Montaigne Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: 09-BO-1119 Age: 2019 Accompanied By: Christian Dior, Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
$7,366
H 4.34 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in
Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Jewellery Case
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: 37-MA-1117 Age: 2017 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Protective Felt, Selfridges Receipt Colour
Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
strap - Internal zip-fastening pocket - Leather interior - Comes with original dust bag - Condition
Christian Dior Black Grain Leather 'Box' Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Black grain leather box-shaped bag. Purse fastening and golden logo. Additional information
Christian Dior Bag Large Lady Dior Greige Patent Leather Cannage w/Box
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
papers sleeper and gift box. Has a few light markings. final sale BAG MEASURES: LENGTH 12.75" TALL
CHRISTIAN DIOR grey leather 30 MONTAIGNE BOX Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box crossbody bag in gray smooth box calfskin. The flap
Christian Dior Vintage Red Leather Flap Box Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR structured shoulder bag crafted in red leather. Flap with magnetic button
1990s Christian Dior Top Handle Houndstooth Box Clutch Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
One of a kind Christian Dior Black and White Houndstooth patterned leather handbag with beautiful
CHRISTIAN DIOR navy blue leather 30 MONTAIGNE BOX Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box crossbody bag in softly wrinckled navy box calfskin
Christian Dior Saddle Bag Bright Green Calfskin Iridescent Hardware New w/ Box
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Christian Dior Saddle bag featured in bright Green grained calfskin. A fresh
Christian Dior Black Quilted Patent Leather Lady Dior Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
, length: 23 cm, depth: 9 cm, shoulder strap: 85 cm Will be delivered in a dust bag and Dior box
CHRISTIAN DIOR Violet Cannage Lambskin Leather Medium Lady Dior Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: 04-MA-0069 Age (Circa): 2009 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Care Booklet, Authenticity Card
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage John Galliano trotter Street Chic canvas leather box bag
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage John Galliano black trotter Street Chic canvas leather box bag Reference
2002 Christian Dior Brown Monogram Canvas Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
(Circa): 2002 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet Authenticity
Christian Dior x Sorayama Metal & Brass Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
(Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Dior x Sorayama Box, Dust Bag, Care Booklet, Authenticity Card, Spare Box
CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Grained Calfskin Leather Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-MA-0198 Age (Circa): 2018 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Box, Care Booklet Authenticity
2018 Christian Dior Black Calfskin Leather Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Age (Circa): 2018 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet, Protective Felt
2018 Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-0178 Age (Circa): 2018 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
2018 Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-RU-0168 Age (Circa): 2018 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
2018 Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-RU-0168 Age (Circa): 2018 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
Sold
H 6.7 in W 9.45 in D 3.15 in
Christian Dior Burgundy Oblique Jacquard & Burgundy Leather 30 Montaigne Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
- Circa 2019 Accompanied By- Christian Dior, Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet, Protective
Sold
H 7.88 in W 10.04 in D 2.56 in
Christian Dior Navy Grained Calfskin Leather Saddle Bag with Shoulder Strap
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: 09-MA-1108 Age: 2018 Accompanied By: Dior Box, Dust Bag, Care Card, Authenticity Card, Black
Sold
H 7.88 in W 10.04 in D 2.56 in
Christian Dior White, Lilac, Red, Orange Beaded Saddle Bag with Shoulder Strap
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
, Crossbody, Top Handle Serial Number: 02-MA-0168 Age: 2018 Accompanied By: Dior Box, Dust Bag, Care Card
CHRISTIAN DIOR Orange Quilted Lambskin Leather Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: 09-MA-1117 Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Box, Shoulder Strap
Dior White Leather Eiffel Tower Embroidered Medium 'Lady Dior' Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
for that one of a kind statement piece. This bag comes in a Dior box and dust bag with a detachable
Christian Dior Pink & Orange Ombre Python Leather Lady Dior GM
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: 02-MA-0121 Age (Circa): 2011 Accompanied By: Dior Box, Dust Bag, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
Sold
H 4.73 in W 8.27 in D 0.79 in
Christian Dior Lime Cannage Quilted Lambskin Lady Dior Wallet-on-Chain
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: 02-LU-1103 Age: 2013 RRP: £1,250 Accompanied By: Dior Box, Dust Bag, Care Card, Chain, Charm
Sold
H 6.7 in W 8.67 in D 3.55 in
Christian Dior Denim Blue Quilted Lambskin My ABCDior Small Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-0271 Age: 2021 RRP: £5,000 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Box, Shoulder Strap, Authenticity
Sold
H 9.85 in W 12.6 in D 4.34 in
Christian Dior Black, Green & White Satin Canvas Graffiti Floral Lady Dior GM
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-BO-1104 Age (Circa): 2014 Accompanied By: Dior Box, Dust Bag, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
Christian Dior Ecru Club V1U Tinted Sun Visor
By Christian Dior
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Box, Dust Bag, Care Book & Microfibre Cloth
Christian Dior Quilted Leather Boots - Black - Size 39.5
By Christian Dior
Located in Krakow, PL
: Genuine leather (upper & lining) Color: Black Included: Original Dior dust bag & box, ensuring they are
Christian Dior Burgundy Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Book Tote Product Type- Tote Serial Number- 50******* Age- Circa 2019 Accompanied By- Dior Dust Bag
Christian Dior Red Velvet Heels - Size 35.5 (Fits 36)
By Christian Dior
Located in Krakow, PL
Material: Textile upper, leather insole Packaging: No original Dior box or dust bag included Measurements
Christian Dior Burgundy Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet Colour: Burgundy Material(s): Canvas Specification
Sold
H 4.34 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in
2017 Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Jewellery Case
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Serial Number: 37-MA-1117 Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Protective Felt
Sold
H 4.34 in W 8.67 in D 6.7 in
2017 Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas & Calfskin Leather Jewellery Case
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-1117 Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Protective Felt, Selfridges Receipt
Sold
H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 1.97 in
2019 Christian Dior Burgundy Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: 50-MA-0189 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
2019 Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
: 50-MA-0199 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
Sold
H 5.91 in W 9.06 in D 1.97 in
2019 Christian Dior Burgundy Oblique Monogram Canvas Mini Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: 50-MA-0189 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card
Sold
H 5.91 in W 9.85 in D 3.15 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR Red Heart Quilted Calfskin Leather DiorAmour Medium Caro
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Serial Number: 62-MA-0261 Age (Circa): 2021 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity
Sold
H 4.73 in W 7.49 in D 1.19 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Smooth Calfskin Leather J'adior Wallet on Chain
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Number: 12-MA-0117 Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Christian Dior Dust Bag, Box Authenticity Details
1980s Gucci Blondie Unicorn Ivory Cream Leather Clutch Bag
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Top Handle Houndstooth Box Clutch Bag Gucci Blondie Unicorn ivory cream leather
2018 Christian Dior Blue Oblique Monogram Canvas Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-0168 Age (Circa): 2018 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet, Protective
2019 Christian Dior Green & Black Oblique Canvas Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-MA-0179 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, Authenticity Card, Care Booklet
Christian Dior J'Adior It Sandals
By Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
: 39.5 Heels: 0.5 cms Condition: new Comes with: Christian Dior box, Christian Dior dust bag All items
2016 Christian Dior White Calfskin Bee Pouch
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
accompanied by Dior Dust Bag, Box, Care Card. Circa 2016. Primarily made from Calfskin Leather complimented by
2019 Christian Dior Red, White & Blue Union Jack Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
-0169 Age (Circa): 2019 Accompanied By: Dior Dust Bag, Box, authenticity Card, Care Booklet, Harrods
Christian Dior Raf Simons Limited Edition 6.5 Hand Painted Leather Opera Gloves
By Christian Dior, Raf Simons
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare brand new, with original Dior box and dust bag, limited edition CHRISTIAN DIOR, by RAF SIMONS
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 20-24" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather Exterior Material
Dior Black Leather 30 Montaigne Box Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This 30 Montaigne box bag from Dior derives inspiration from this historical address. Crafted from
Dior Blue Leather 30 Montaigne Box Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This 30 Montaigne Box bag from Dior derives inspiration from this historical address. Crafted from
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21-25" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather Exterior
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
4.5", Width 7", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21-25" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
4.5", Width 7", Depth 2", Strap Drop 22-25" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
4.5", Width 7", Depth 2", Strap Drop 22-25" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2", Strap Drop 21-25" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather Exterior
Christian Dior 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 21-25" Designer: Christian Dior Model: 30 Montaigne Box Bag Leather Exterior Material
Chanel Classic Small Baby Blue RARE 24k GHW Lambskin
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Chanel Classic Flap Small: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Classic Flap Small - Color: Baby Blue - Year: 1991-1994 - Condition: Good Vintage C...
$828Sale Price|51% Off
H 9.85 in W 12.6 in D 4.34 in
Christian Dior Black Quilted Nylon LARGE Lady Di Bag 1990s
By Christian Dior
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This large authentic Christian Dior Lady Nylon Tote Bag from 1995 is a remarkable piece that embodies the fashion trends of the 1990s, combining practicality with luxury. Its stunnin...
Christian Dior Denim Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano Saddle bag in denim color blue and beige leather, gold hardware. Condition: Excellent. Packing/accessories: Box, dustbag and authenticity card. ...
Lady Dior Mini Gold Calfskin Leather with Crystals Gold Hardware 2020
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Mini Gold Calfskin Leather with Crystals Gold Hardware 2020 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. This mini handbag, made of high-quality blac...
Christian Dior Lady Dior Large Lambskin Hot Pink / Fuschia Handbag, Excellent
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The Lady Dior handbag epitomizes the House's vision of elegance and beauty. Sleek and refined, the timeless yet relevant style is crafted in cherry red lambskin with Canna...
$90,184
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US 4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fuchsia Evening Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2007
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A museum-grade Christian Dior evening coat, crafted from a cotton and silk blend in a rich fuchsia hue. The coat features dramatic, oversized raccoon fur trim on the sleeves and hem,...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CANNAGE patent leather LADY DIOR MEDIUM TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in burgundy red patent calfskin with signature Cannage stitching. Silver-finish metal hardware and the 'D.I.O.R.' charms...
$42,000
H 8 in W 4.75 in L 9.25 in
Christian Dior Exotic Lady Dior Blue Iridescent Gold Crocodile Leather Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Christian Dior Exotic Lady Dior Blue Iridescent Gold Crocodile Leather Handbag is a stunning example of luxury craftsmanship and design. This exquisite handbag features a mesmeri...
Very Rare 1990s Chanel Coco Mark Black Patent Vanity Heart Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Collector’s item chanel vintage heart vanity in black patent with gold hardware. Original condition. No touch ups or recoloring. Slight cloudiness to the patent surface due to storag...
$48,561
Size: approx. FR38 - UK10 - US6
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture White Bouclé Corseted Skirt Suit, ss 2014
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Chanel Haute Couture Ensemble ▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Haute Couture, Spring-Summer 2014 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ The ensemble consists of a crop top and a short sk...
Black leather bag Cannage Miss Dior Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather bag. Silver hardware and clasp closure on the middle front. Many credit-card pocket inside. Detachable chain. SIZE: 22CM X 13CM X 3CM Chain lenght= 108cm
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.