CHRISTIAN DIOR flu yellow viscose 2014 SHEER LACE KNIT Dress 40 M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior sleeveless flared dress in sheer white lace viscose (34%), polyester
CHRISTIAN DIOR flu yellow viscose 2014 SHEER LACE KNIT Dress 40 M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior sleeveless flared dress in sheer white lace viscose (34%), polyester
CHRISTIAN DIOR red silk 2018 SHEER RUFFLED EVENING GOWN Dress 38 S
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior semi-sheer evening gown in red crêpe silk exudes timeless
F/W 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Ikat Silk Flare Midi Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
John Galliano designed this whimsical red ikat motif mini dress for Christian Dior's Fall/Winter
S/S 2006 Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Stretch Knit Black Flare Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black knit Christian Dior Boutique dress, designed by John Galliano. From the Spring
S/S 1991 Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré Runway Sheer Polka Dot Lace Dress
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a sensual yellow and black knit Christian Dior Boutique dress, designed by Gianfranco
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S2003 Sheer Lace Knit Black Evening Dress Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano Ruffled Belted Sheer Lace Open Knit Black Evening Dress Gown XS/S
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2003 Sheer Lace Bondage Knit Black Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2003 Ruffled Belted Sheer Lace Bondage Open Knit Black Dress FR
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2006 Sheer Lace Trimmed Corset Knit Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2006 Sheer Lace Trimmed Corset Knit Black Dress FR 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior
$960Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage 1990s leopard lurex embroidery sheer back dress FR38 M
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage 1990s leopard lurex embroidery sheer back dress FR38 M Reference: TGAS
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Logo Sheer Lace Knit Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Tie Dye Sheer Lace Detail Knit Dress Size: FR 38
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Leopard Sheer Lace Detail Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Leopard Sheer Gold Lace Detail Backless Knit Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Leopard Sheer Lace Detail Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Leopard Sheer Gold Lace Detail Backless Knit Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Leopard Sheer Lace Detail Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Leopard Sheer Gold Lace Detail Backless Knit Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2001 Logo Sheer Bias Cut Slip Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2001 Logo Monogram Sheer Bias Cut Slip Dress Please note this
$6,589
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 1999 Knit Sheer Black Maxi Evening Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Size 38FR Excellent vintage condition 100% viscose Turtleneck style
$497
Size: UK 6 - 8 (Small -Medium)
2000's Christian Dior by John Galliano Cream Sheer Pearl Strappy slip Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Demure 2000's Christian Dior by John Galliano slip dress featuring a Peal coloured Body and
2000s DIOR sheer silk chiffon cocktail dress and stole
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Newark, DE
Christian DIOR boutique, by John GALLIANO, circa 2003 A lovely see through silk chiffon cocktail
2006 Christian Dior by Galliano Blue Watercolor Sheer Silk Draped Slip Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An extremely chic and highly coveted Christian Dior blue watercolor patterned sheer silk layered
2000 Christian Dior by Galliano Purple Silk Sheer-Sleeve Asymmetric Draped Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
tailored clothes. This dress is everything you look for in Galliano era Dior. The fabrics used are glorious
2010 Christian Dior by John Galliano Ruby Red Silk Sheer Black Bra Bias-Cut Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
inches This 2010 Christian Dior by John Galliano documented runway dress is in wonderful condition with
Dior Pink Sheer Lace Polkadot Dress Size M
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
the front left side of the dress on this used Dior designer resale item. Size and composition label
Dior Pink Sheer Lace Polkadot Dress Size M
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
the front left side of the dress on this used Dior designer resale item. Size and composition label
Dior Pink Sheer Lace Polkadot Dress Size M
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
the front left side of the dress on this used Dior designer resale item. Size and composition label
Pre-Loved Christian Dior Women's Pink Sheer Maxi Slip Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
revolution! Pre-Loved Christian Dior Women's Pink Sheer Maxi Slip Dress
Christian Dior Black Playing Card Print Sheer Silk & Wool Dress 2002
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Christian Dior knit wool dress featuring
1990s John Galliano Christian Dior Tye-Dye Sheer Graffiti Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
1990s John Galliano Christian Dior Tye-Dye Sheer Graffiti Dress
CHRISTIAN DIOR 4 Pink & Orange Striped Sheer Silk Spring 2016 Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior, Raf Simons
Located in San Francisco, CA
This fabulous CHRISTIAN DIOR ensemble includes a gorgeous pink and orange striped transparent sheer
Christian Dior by Galliano Black Sheer Silk Sleeveless Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The house of Dior is known for its long legacy of refined and traditionally sophisticated couture
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Size 10 Black & Gold Sheer Lurex Tunic Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
This fabulous vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR tunic dress comes in a light weight, sheer black and gold
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Silk Slip Dress, circa early 2000s
By Christian Dior
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A sensual and ethereal slip dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior, crafted in sheer black silk
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2006 Sheer Lace Trimmed Corset Knit Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2006 Sheer Lace Trimmed Corset Knit Dress FR 40 Christian Dior
Miss Dior Balloon Sleeve Sheer Gown, 1980s
By Miss Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Be the belle of the ball in our amazing 1980s Miss Dior balloons sleeve gown! From Christian Dior
rare DIOR 2017 Runway black velvet sheer lace trim gown dress FR36 S
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare DIOR 2017 Runway black velvet sheer lace trim gown dress FR36 S Reference: GEGG/A00164 Brand
S/S 2004 CHRISTIAN DIOR by Galliano Sheer Drop Waist Slip Dress Unworn
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 2004 CHRISTIAN DIOR by Galliano Slip Dress Unworn Sheer Drop Waist Black Silk Condition
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano choker lattice asymmetric hem sheer dress FR38 M
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano Vintage leather choker red lattice asymmetric hem sheer dress FR38 M
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2004 Sheer Mesh Fringed Evening Dress Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2004 Sheer Mesh Silk Fringed Evening Dress Gown FR 38
1998 Christian Dior by Galliano Green Fringe Gown with Sheer Panel
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Austin, TX
1998 Christian Dior green fringe gown with sheer panel Condition: Excellent size M/ US8 / FR40 34
1990S JOHN GALLIANO CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Sheer Jersey Slinky Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1990S JOHN GALLIANO CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Sheer Jersey Slinky Cocktail Dress
Christian Dior Gianfranco Ferre Sheer Black Gown Fall/Winter 1993 Size 38FR
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Gianfranco Ferre Sheer Black Gown Fall/Winter 1993 Size 38FR
Galliano Lace Sheer Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Austin, TX
GALLIANO LACE SEMI SHEER Condition: Excellent sz S // 34" bust, 28" waist, 36" hips LISTING IS FOR
1950S Christian Dior Black Chantilly Lace Sheer Top Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
1950S Christian Dior Black Chantilly Lace Sheer Top Cocktail Dress
Christian Dior by Galliano Black Sheer Silk Sleeveless Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The house of Dior is known for its long legacy of refined and traditionally sophisticated couture
S/S 2003 Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Silver Nude Silk Slip Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sublime vintage slip dress from Christian Dior's Spring / Summer 2003 Collection designed by John
John Galliano for Christian Dior Sheer Back Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk dress from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted with a front bust
Christian Dior Paris F/W 1976 Numbered Polka Dot Blue Sheer Dress Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Christian Dior Paris Automne-Hiver 1976, Numbered - 8194 Polka Dot Blue Sheer with Metallic Silver
Christian Dior Toile de Jouy Black & White Sheer Cotton Voile Tunic Dress 10
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior toile de jouy black & white sheer cotton voile tunic, curved shirt tail hems front
F/W 2006 Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Creme Grey Lace Shift Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunning silk chiffon dress was designed by John Galliano for Dior's Fall/Winter 2006
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2009 Bustier Sheer Lace Knit Black Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2009 Bustier Sheer Lace Knit Black Dress FR 36
Sold
Size: Recommended Size; UK 8 - 10
1996 Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré Sheer Beaded Evening Gown Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré Cruise 1996 Sheer Beaded Evening Dress This superb vintage
CHRISTIAN DIOR pink sequins bead embroidered sheer mesh fit flared over dress S
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR pink sequins bead embroidered sheer mesh fit flared over dress S Brand: Christian
Sold
Size: FR38 / US6
S/S 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano 69 Adiorable Sheer Mesh Pink Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a pink mesh Christian Dior Boutique mini dress designed by John Galliano
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Logo Leopard Sheer Lace Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Logo Leopard Sheer Lace Knit Dress FR 36 Look 13
CHRISTIAN DIOR navy blue silk LACE KAFTAN Cocktail Dress 40
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior sheer flared lace dress in marine blue polyester (assumed as tag is missing) with a
CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1970’s Nude Semi Sheer Signature Print Mesh Lace Slip Dress
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Thiensville, WI
CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1970’s Nude Semi Sheer Signature Print Mesh Lace Panel Slip Dress Circa: 1970’s
2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Black Knit Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or photos
Christian Dior Black Dress with Sheer Pockets
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Classic and elegant Christian Dior black dress with sheer pockets. Features a tie-belt and
Christian Dior Pastel Pink Organza Silk Paneled Sheer Mini Dress M
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Envision yourself adorned in the ethereal charm of the Christian Dior dress. Crafted with
2000's Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Ivory Asymmetrical Micro Mini Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2000's Christian Dior Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
S/S 2002 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Pink Embellished Maxi Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 2002 Christian Dior Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
C. 2001 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Black Silk Robe Dress Jacket
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or photos
S/S 2001 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Burgundy Mesh Plunging Maxi Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
vintage mesh Dior dresses. Please see last photo. MATERIAL: Nylon & Spandex COUNTRY MADE: France SIZE
S/S 2002 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Black Knit & Tulle Gown Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or
Sold
Size: unknown- please see measurements
F/W 2000 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Black Lace Panels Gown Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: F/W 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or
1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Silver Knit Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or photos
Sold
Size: S- meant to be loose & baggy
F/W 1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Silver Knit Baggy Sweater Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: F/W 1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or
Sold
Size: 42 runs small w stretch
2000's Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer White Logo Shield Mini Slip Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2000's Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or photos
Vintage 1960's Christian Dior MOD Sheer White Mini Slip Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1960's Christian Dior Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
Unworn 2000 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer White Bodycon Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2000 Christian Dior Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
S/S 2001 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Black Slashed Bodycon Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact us for more images and/or
2000's Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Knit Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2000's Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact us for more images or information
Christian Dior by John Galliano Rasta Monogram Sheer Mesh Tan Dress, 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or photos
F/W 1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Silver Lace Trim Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: F/W 1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or
Christian Dior Boutique by John Galliano Black Sheer Lace Midi Dress L
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Step into timeless elegance with this Dior black lace dress. Meticulously crafted, it embodies
1970s Ronald Kolodzie Navy Blue Orange Green Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
By Ronald Kolodzie
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s RONALD KOLODZIE navy blue, orange and green long sleeve jersey maxi dress! Features a tropical Hawaiian print in vibrant colors of neon orange, green, peach and light p...
Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
Dolce & Gabbana c. 2001 Sheer Open Knit Crochet Corset Black Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana c. 2001 Sheer Open Knit Crochet Corset Black Top Size M
Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Roberto Cavalli 2011 s/s fringes low cut mini dress Fringed dress with alligator/snake print from the iconic 2011S/S collection. The low-cut dress has an asymmetric style and is cra...
$595
Size: best fits M/L, see measurements
Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Gold Accent Pocket Front Maxi Wrap Dress Gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Francisco, CA
Christian Lacroix vintage black full length wrap dress with gold embellishment at one strap. Fastens closed at other strap and wraps with belt and snap at waist. Patch pockets at fr...
Gianni Versace c. 1990 Bondage Leather Belted Knee-Length Black Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace c. 1990 Bondage Leather Belted Knee-Length Black Jacket Coat IT 44 Black Gianni Versace leather knee-length coat featuring four flap pockets at sides, buckled belt an...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2010 “Angels & Demons” Medieval Art Royalty Gown Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
From Alexander McQueen’s final collection, this spectacular piece features digitally printed imagery depicting Medieval religious artwork from German painter Stefan Lochner. The artw...
Yves Saint Laurent Blouse Dress in Printed Satin Circa 1990
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1990 France Iconic blouse dress in printed silk satin from the Variation line by Yves Saint Laurent and dating from the 1990s. Beautiful silk satin printed with stylized patter...
1950s Creme And Black Silk Lace cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950s Creme Silk Dress with black lace cocktail dress with fitted waist and large lapel. Bust: 36” / Waist: 26” / Length: 43 inches
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful never worn 80’s YSL fuchsia gloves trimmed in matching leather diagonal stitching. Both gloves was linked by the original sealing thread. "Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche" g...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2010 "Plato's Atlantis" Lavender Purple Structured Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2012 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Jacket: Color(s): Shades of purple, black, silver Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Content (...
S/S 2003 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Oroton Chainmail Lace Mini Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible acid green and purple Oroton Gianni Versace Couture mini dress designed by Donatella Versace. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this dress debuted as L...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress IT 42
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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