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Christian Dior Paisley Patchwork Coin Charm Long Dress (S)

Christian Dior Paisley Patchwork Coin Charm Long Dress (S)

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Montreal, Quebec

The skirt flares into a vented mermaid hem, while CD logo coin charms add a signature Dior touch.

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By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Montreal, Quebec

CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE ART DECO BEADED OLIVE GREEN LACE/MESH DRESS (US 4) This Christian Dior Boutique strapless mermaid dress is from the early 2000s and features a ruched floral ...

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is an adorable pink "mermaid" gown by Christian Dior, from 1990. The gown has cream lace detail at the bust knee and hem.

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Dior sequined mermaid dress by John Galliano Pre-Fall 2010

Dior sequined mermaid dress by John Galliano Pre-Fall 2010

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - Pre-Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano.

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Christian Dior by Galliano Powder Blue Knit Lace  Silk Inset Mermaid Skirt

Christian Dior by Galliano Powder Blue Knit Lace Silk Inset Mermaid Skirt

By Christian Dior

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This powder blue skirt is an exquisite reminder of how John Galliano reveled in the theatricality of dressing while he was at Christian Dior. Featuring a stunning mermaid hem that is...

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By John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

An absolutely stunning orange silk gown by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has a plunging neckline front and back plus deep armholes with ruffle edges. The bust portion of th...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 1999 Black Silk Knit Mermaid Dress
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Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 1999 Black Silk Knit Mermaid Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

Black silk knit mermaid dress Christian Dior by John Galliano from the Spring/Summer 1999 collection.

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F/W 2000 Christian Dior Brown Suede Lace Mermaid Asymmetrical Maxi Dress
F/W 2000 Christian Dior Brown Suede Lace Mermaid Asymmetrical Maxi Dress

F/W 2000 Christian Dior Brown Suede Lace Mermaid Asymmetrical Maxi Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: F/W 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact us for more images and/or information. CONDITION: Good- minor imperfections- no holes or stains FABRIC: Suede lea...

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F/W 1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Black Lace Chest Mermaid Dress
F/W 1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Black Lace Chest Mermaid Dress

F/W 1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Sheer Black Lace Chest Mermaid Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: F/W 1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- Flawless! FABRIC: Wool lined in silk COUNTRY MADE: France ...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Black Glitter Mermaid Maxi Dress
S/S 1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Black Glitter Mermaid Maxi Dress

S/S 1998 Christian Dior John Galliano Black Glitter Mermaid Maxi Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: S/S 1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact us for more images and/or information. CONDITION: Excellent FABRIC: Acetate-Viscose-Polyester COUNTRY: France S...

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Dior Mermaid For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary dior mermaid you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Orange and more. You’re likely to find the perfect dior mermaid among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior and John Galliano each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Dior Mermaid?

The price for a dior mermaid starts at $750 and tops out at $18,200, and on average, selling for $9,200.

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