Christian Dior by Marc Bohan brown mink cape with leather tassels, c. 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Step into luxury with the exquisite Christian Dior by Marc Bohan brown mink cape from the 1970s
Christian Dior by Marc Bohan brown mink cape with leather tassels, c. 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Step into luxury with the exquisite Christian Dior by Marc Bohan brown mink cape from the 1970s
Spring 1961 Couture Dior By Marc Bohan Cocktail Dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A spring collection 1961 Couture Christian Dior black dress designed by Marc Bohan. This dress
1960 Christian Dior By Marc Bohan Black Feather & Quill Structured Cocktail Hat
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Christian Dior hat by Marc Bohan: A structured turban-style cocktail hat covered
Vintage Christian Dior by Marc Bohan Claw-Set Pearl & Emerald Glass Bangle 1960S
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A most beautiful Vintage Christian Dior 1960s Bangle. Crafted in rhodium plated metal with the band
1970s Christian Dior Gold Dress by Marc Bohan
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
70s Christian Dior by Marc Bohan Gold Silk Lamé Cheongsam long sleeve cocktail dress. - mandarin
1960s Christian Dior Sage Green Satin Slouchy Turban Hat
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulously louche 1960s Christian Dior by Marc Bohan, sage green silk satin turban hat: Pleated
Christian dior ball skirt by Marc Bohan circa 1980
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1980, under the artistic direction of Marc Bohan
Documented Christian Dior FW 1987 embellished bustier top corset by Marc Bohan.
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in NICE, FR
direction of Marc Bohan. An exceptional archival piece, exquisitely hand-embroidered in the legendary
$1,480
Size: Equivalent french size 36/38.
A Christian Dior Haute Couture Evening Dress by Marc Bohan Circa 1975
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toulon, FR
satin label white graphic Christian Dior Paris Made in France indicating on the back 100% silk. Very
$923
Size: Equivalent size 36-38 France
A Christian Dior boutique Chiffon blouse and skirt By Marc Bohan Circa 1980
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Marc Bohan and dating from the 1980s. Translucent silk crepe printed with Impressionist floral motifs
Dior multi-row necklace by Marc Bohan 1962
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A 1962 Collection under the artistic direction of Marc Bohan. Multi-row necklace made of
Christian Dior skirt by Marc Bohan Circa 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Ready-to-wear collection circa 1970, under the artistic direction of Marc Bohan. Long silk
Dior Perfume choker necklace by Marc Bohan 1987
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
direction of Marc Bohan. Goossens Atelier. Golden metal choker necklace with orange resin shells. Made in
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior coat by Marc Bohan circa 1975
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1975 under the artistic direction of Marc Bohan. Pale-blue
$1,197Sale Price|40% Off
Size: FR42
1960s Christian Dior by Mark Bohan Black Patent Bow Knit Fringe Cocoon Coat
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Marc Bohan designed this chic black Christian Dior knit cocoon coat in the 1960s. This vintage coat
Dior set of jewelry by Marc Bohan circa 1960
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A Collection circa 1960 under the artistic direction of Marc Bohan. Silvery metal set
$6,500
Size: 4/6/8/10 Small - Medium
1979 Christian Dior Couture Black and White Checkered Jacket and skirt set
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic 1979 Christian Dior Couture by Marc Bohan black and white checkered over coat tent jacket and
Christian Dior Vintage 1960s For Saks White Leopard Print 60s Dress Jacket Set
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in San Diego, CA
highly collectible late 1960s Christian Dior New York by Marc Bohan silk and rayon dress and jacket set
Unavailable
Size: No size label (fits S/M)
Christian Dior by Marc Bohan F/W 1987 grey pinstripe Chinchilla fur skirt suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, IT
- Christian Dior by Marc Bohan - Fall Winter 1987 collection - Grey wool pinstripe jacket and skirt
Dior by Marc Bohan Haute Couture Silk Satin Beaded Jacket, 1983
By Christian Dior Haute Couture, Christian Dior
Located in London, Chelsea
Christian Dior by Marc Bohan Haute Couture Beaded Jacket. This stunning jacket by Dior was designed
Dior by Marc Bohan Haute Couture Black Silk Pleated Dress, 1983
By Christian Dior
Located in London, Chelsea
/ Designer: Christian Dior by Marc Bohan Period: 1983 – Spring / Summer Couture Collection Origin: France
Unavailable
L 44.18 in
Dior by Marc Bohan Haute Couture Black Silk Chiffon Layered Evening Dress - 1980
By Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in London, Chelsea
dress by Christian Dior was created by Marc Bohan. Haute Couture, it was designed for the 1980 Spring
Christian Dior by Marc Bohan 1970's Trotter Logo Print trench coat
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior 1970's Trotter Print Trench Coat designed by Marc Bohan: Step back in time and
Marc Bohan for Christian Dior Embroidered Sequin Dress, Circa 1970s
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Christian Dior by Marc Bohan, circa 1970's, sleeveless shift dress with diagonal stripe embroidery
Dior Marc Bohan Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress Size 4, 1980s
By Marc Bohan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dior by Marc Bohan 1980s new still with tag silk strapless ruching dress size 38 but fits like a
1976 DIOR HAUTE COUTURE shimmering blue chiffon evening ensemble
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Newark, DE
Chistian DIOR by Marc Bohan, Haute couture, 1976, A DIOR, haute couture lamé blue chiffon
1962 Christian Dior Paris Ivory Silver Floral Silk Brocade Back-Bows Bridal Gown
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
wearable art was a custom made commission while Marc Bohan was creative director at Dior. Garments with
1968 Christian Dior Haute Couture Documented Ivory Checkered Silk Pleated Dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
made commission while Marc Bohan was creative director at Dior. As shown, we were thrilled to also find
Christian Dior Silk Striped Blouse with Volant Detail by Marc Bohan 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Striped silk Christian Dior blouse from the seventies, created under then Dior designer Marc Bohan
Christian Dior by Optyl 2040 70 Sunglasses, C. 1970s
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Houston, TX
So vintage! So fabulous! Yellow frames with wide, circular lenses in a green ombre tone. Brow decorated with orange and green lines. Made in Germany. Frame Width- 6" Lens Width 2.5"...
1980s DIOR black ottoman and velvet evening gown
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Newark, DE
CHRISTIAN DIOR, boutique, by Marc Bohan Long evening dress of black ottoman, ample pleats at the
Christian Dior black and red velvet dress, circa 1985
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR dress, circa 1985 Designed by Marc bohan for the Dior Collection. Cocktail dress in
Christian Dior by Marc Bohan Haute Couture 1982 Yellow Silk Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dramatic Christian Dior by Marc Bohan haute Couture silk moiré in light yellow and black velvet bow
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Size: Small - Small Medium
1970s Christian Dior By Marc Bohan Hiroshige Wave Silk Chiffon Vintage 70s Gown
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutley stunning rare 1970s vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR by MARC BOHAN hiroshige wave novelty print
Christian Dior Couture Slate Silk Chiffon Gown with Jewel Encrusted Collar, 1968
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Gresham, OR
1968 Haute Couture Spring/Summer Christian Dior by Marc Bohan. A stunning slate grey textured silk
Christian Dior Haute Couture Halterneck Gown & Stole, Spring-Summer 1972
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Geneva, CH
sumptuous and feminine evening wear. We are pleased to offer one of a kind Christian Dior by Marc Bohan
Christian Dior necklace by Marc Bohan circa 1973-1985
By Marc Bohan
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A Collection circa 1973-1985 under the artistic direction of Marc Bohan. Two-row golden
Gilt Metal
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Size: Equivalent size France 36
Dress by Christian Dior/Marc Bohan Couture 1988- wardrobe of Princess Caroline
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toulon, FR
Christian Dior Haute Couture under the direction of Marc Bohan dating from the late 1980s. From the wardrobe
Sold
Size: Equivalent french size 36/38.
A Christian Dior Haute Couture Evening Dress by Marc Bohan Circa 1975
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toulon, FR
satin label white graphic Christian Dior Paris Made in France indicating on the back 100% silk. Very
Sold
Size: Equivalent size 36-38 France
A Christian Dior boutique Chiffon blouse and skirt By Marc Bohan Circa 1980
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toulon, FR
Marc Bohan and dating from the 1980s. Translucent silk crepe printed with Impressionist floral motifs
Christian Dior Haute Couture Ensemble by Marc Bohan for Daimaru Japan 1960's
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a rare Christian Dior Haute Couture ensemble by Marc Bohan for Daimaru Japan 1960's era
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Size: Equivalent to size 36-38 France
Evening bolero in pink crepe by Marc Bohan for Christian Dior - Paris C. 1965
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1965 France Evening bolero in powder pink silk crepe by Marc Bohan for Christian Dior
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36
A Christian Dior-Marc Bohan Little Black Dress numbered 15843 Spring Summer 1982
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toulon, FR
Caudry lace from the designer house Christian Dior directed by Marc Bohan. Straight dress with batwing
Christian Dior shawl by MArc Bohan circa 1960
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1960 under the artistic direction of Marc Bohan. Black
Christian Dior indoor coat by Marc Bohan circa 1980
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A Lingerie Collection circa 1980, under the artistic direction of Marc Bohan. Powder-pink
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Size: Equivalent French Size 40/42
A Christian Dior / Marc Bohan Evening Coat Numbered 115674 - Fall 1962
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
silk satin from the designer house Christian Dior directed by Marc Bohan from the "Flèche" Line
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Size: Equivalent French Size 38
A Christian Dior Haute Couture Little Black Dress by Marc Bohan Fall 1961
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
dress of the first season of Mr. Marc Bohan at the head of the illustrious designer house in 1961 after
Miss Dior by CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1960’s Black Gold Woven Straw Bow Chain Sun Hat
By Miss Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Thiensville, WI
Miss Dior by CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1960’s Black Gold Woven Straw Bow Chain Sun Hat (New-Old Stock
Superb 1980s Christian Dior Mohair Wrap
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Port Hope, ON
This 1980s Christian Dior Mohair wrap was designed by Marc Bohan and has the serial# 41270. It is
Haute Couture Christian Dior Vintage Black Velvet Lace 1970s dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible 1973 Automne-Hiver Christian Dior Haute couture by Marc Bohan black velvet drop waist
Vintage Dior Boston Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
without the key. It is carried by hand via a double handle. The Dior Oblique canvas was designed by Marc
Dior Couture Evening Dress
By Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in New Hope, PA
Collection of the House of Dior, designed by Marc Bohan. It is from the estate of a titled French woman who
Christian Dior Haute Couture Ivory Silk Evening Dress, circa 1978
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Haute Couture by Marc Bohan ivory silk two-piece evening ensemble, Autumn Winter
Autumn-Winter 1961 Christian Dior Couture Black Wool Dress with Bow
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Collection by Marc Bohan. Sleeveless with a scoop neck with a large flat bow in the centre. The dress is
Sold
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Christian Dior Haute Couture cream silk two piece dress and wrap skirt, fw 1978
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior: Haute Couture by Marc Bohan cream silk two piece, slip dress and flounced wrap
1970s Christian Dior By Marc Bohan Red Silk Dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Dior by Marc Bohan red silk dress with white dots. Size : XS/ S Measurement : 32” Bust
1960 Christian Dior By Marc Bohan Satin Pleated Turban w/Black Feather Spray
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning 1960s Christian Dior by Marc Bohan eggshell satin pleated turban hat with crisp black
1960s Christian Dior by Marc Bohan Chinchilla Fur 60s Vintage Hat and Scarf
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Luxurious 1960s CHRISTIAN DIOR by MARC BOHAN for SAKS FIFTH AVENUE chinchilla fur hat and scarf
1970 Dior by Marc Bohan Mocha Disco Gown & Slim Jacket w/Ostrich Trim
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Dior Boutique by Marc Bohan for Christian Dior. Euro-jersey mocha brown disco gown and jacket
Vintage Christian Dior FW 1988 Floral & Ribbon Appliqué Bustier
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Christian Dior by Marc Bohan black velvet bustier with fancy bows, flowers and beaded
Christian Dior 1960's Marc Bohan Numbered Houndstooth Suit
By Marc Bohan
Located in Oakland, CA
Iconic mid 1960's Christian Dior Boutique suit designed by Marc Bohan. Hand numbered and printed
1960 Christian Dior Gold Mesh Turban W/ Metallic Jeweled Flowers By Marc Bohan
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Gresham, OR
rhinestones. Theatrical glamour by Marc Bohan for Christian Dior. Grosgrain inner band. Size Medium.
1960s Christian Dior Chapeaux by Marc Bohan Woven Wicker Floral Rose Velvet Hat
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
the 1960s while the house was under the creative direction of Marc Bohan. Approximate measurements
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Size: Equivalent to Size 37- 38 France
Marc Bohan for Christian Dior Couture little black dress Spring Summer 1966
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toulon, FR
silk fabric by Christian Dior, directed by Marc Bohan. Sleeveless sheath dress with a high Mao-style
Miss Dior CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1960’s Marc Bohan Dark Brown Felted Fur Pillbox Hat
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Thiensville, WI
Miss Dior CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1960’s Marc Bohan Dark Brown Felted Fur Pillbox Hat Circa: 1960’s
CHRISTIAN DIOR Chapeaux c.1960's MARC BOHAN Chinchilla Fur Tiered Cossack Hat
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage c.1960's Christian Dior designed by Marc Bohan, natural gray and brown striped chinchilla
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36
A Christian Dior-Marc Bohan Little Black Dress numbered 15843 Spring Summer 1982
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Toulon, FR
Caudry lace from the designer house Christian Dior directed by Marc Bohan. Straight dress with batwing
Vintage Christian Dior Amethyst Droplet Brooch 1963
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Approximate Dimensions: 6cm A beautiful archive piece from the House of Dior by Marc Bohan; early in his
Miss Dior by CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1960s Green Paisley Silk & Straw Pleated Toque Hat
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Thiensville, WI
: Designed by Marc Bohan. Ikat paisley print in shades of brown and green knife pleated and twisted around
Miss Dior By CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1960's Ribbon Loop Glass Beaded Evening Calot Hat
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Thiensville, WI
Circa: c.1960’s Label(s): Miss Dior by Christian Dior Designer: Marc Bohan Style: Calot hat Color(s
Miss Dior By CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1960's Light Blue Silk Floral Capulet Flower Hat
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Miss Dior created by Christian Dior c.1960's silk floral capulet style hat. Blue, white
1969 Christian Dior Cabochon Chain Rhinestone Necklace with Box
By Marc Bohan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Marc Bohan. From 1969, this fabulous necklace features long strands of gold-tone metal chain which lead
Diorling by CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1960's Peach Wool Button Front Mod Princess Coat
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Diorling By Christian Dior c.1960's peach 100% wool coat. Peter pan collar. Two front
1960s Christian Dior Beaded Silk Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This gown is a truly fabulous example of 1960’s Dior demi couture eveningwear, designed by Marc
1986 CHRISTIAN DIOR Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in San Fransisco, CA
at back from Christian Dior designed by Marc Bohan dating to the fall of 1986. Best fits a US size 4
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Gorgeous Rare Thierry Mugler Jacket Black Lace Semi Sheer Dream
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
A phantom of lace and shadow, this extraordinary vintage Thierry Mugler jacket feels less designed than conjured. Sculpted with Mugler’s unmistakable architectural precision, beaurif...
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
1940S ARMANDE PARIS Chocolate Brown Satin, Lace Deadstock Long Line Bra
Located in New York, NY
1940S ARMANDE PARIS Chocolate Brown Satin, Lace Deadstock Long Line Bra
Vintage Dior Emerald Drop Earrings 1966
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A mesmerisingly beautiful pair of Vintage Dior Emerald Drop Earrings dating to 1966. Featuring wonderful emerald green glass cabochons created to emulate natural emeralds with their ...
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
$1,092Sale Price / item|30% Off
W 0.2 in L 7 in
Minimalist Stackable Multi Sapphire Chain Bracelet for Her in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Minimalist Stackable Multi Sapphire Chain Bracelet in 18K gold showcases endlessly sparkling natural multi sapphire, weighing 7.22 carats.. It measures 7 inches long in length. ...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
$7,920
H 5.1 in W 7.1 in D 2.8 in
Chanel 1992 Vintage Diamond Quilted Soft Lambskin CC Shoulder Camera Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage 90's Diamond Quilted CC Shoulder Bag Year: circa 1992 {vintage 32 Years} leather diamond quilting signature interlocking CC turn-lock fastening gold-tone hardware la...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.91 in W 1.97 in L 9.85 in
Rare Chanel Old Medium Brasserie Mosaic Boy Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
A rare mosaic tiles boy bag. Beautiful color combination. Item is in fair condition due to the dirt and yellowing behind the mosaic tiles details that can’t be cleaned due to the con...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
Chic 1950s Pale Blue Couture French Lace Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 50s Blouse
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 50s demi couture pale blue French Lace wrap blouse top! Features a chiffon backing, with taffeta covered button. Attached taffeta ribbon ties multiple times around the wai...
$3,834
Size: UK 10 - IT 42 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit, ss 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit with matching fabric belt Spring-Summer 1994
$5,204
Size: FR 34 - IT 38 - UK 6 - US 2
Alexander McQueen metallic tweed high collar skirt suit, fw 2004
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen metallic tweed skirt suit. Structured jacket with high turn-over collar, front zip fastening, silk lining and Chanel style chain on the hem. Sold with matching knee...
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.