Question 1

Are Christian Dior and Dior the same?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Christian Dior and Dior are the same. The French couturier Christian Dior founded his eponymous house in 1946. The brand is commonly known as simply Dior.

After seven years as an art dealer in Paris, the Granville-born 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.

Dior's New Look — the silhouette introduced by the couturier with his first namesake collection in 1947 — featured gowns characterized by soft, rounded shoulders; a prominent bust; waspish waistlines; and long, voluminous skirts. Dior’s work definitively declared that opulence was in, and his return to a “pretty,” highly feminized style was a direct reaction to years of wartime austerity.

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Question 2

What is Dior?

Accepted Answer

Dior is a luxury French fashion house that celebrates opulence, extravagance and femininity in fashion. It was founded in 1946 by French fashion designer Christian Dior and gained fame for revolutionizing women’s fashion after World War II. Find a collection of authentic Christian Dior clothing, jewelry and other stunning items on 1stDibs.

Question 3

Who took over Dior when Christian Dior died?

Accepted Answer

When Christian Dior died, Yves Saint Laurent took over the French fashion house in accordance with Dior's wishes. Saint Laurent had joined Christian Dior's atelier two years earlier, at the age of 19. He remained the creative director until 1960, following his conscription into the French military and a prolonged illness. In 1962, Saint Laurent established his own eponymous fashion house in Paris. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Christian Dior apparel, bags and accessories.

Question 4

When was Dior founded?

Accepted Answer

The company Christian Dior was originally founded in 1946 at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris, France. From there, Dior strove to deliver fashion for an optimistic post-war future, leading to the great success of his company. Shop a collection of designer Christian Dior pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Who is Christian Dior?

Accepted Answer

Christian Dior, born in Granville, France in 1905, was one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. His “New Look,” which featured a sensuous silhouette complete with rounded shoulders, a cinched waist and a full skirt, revived extravagance in women’s fashion after the poverty of World War II. Find an opulent collection of Dior pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What does a love knot mean?

Accepted Answer

The love knot has been used as a sign of love for a long time. It symbolizes two lovers' unbreakable link and lifelong connection. Since ancient times, knots have been associated with love in various cultures — Ancient Greek jewelry, Egyptian sculptures, and Celtic knots are among them. Additionally, in ancient Arabia, couples utilized love knots to communicate with one another. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage love knot jewelry.

Question 7

What is the tradition of the loving cup?

Accepted Answer

The tradition of the loving cup involves two people drinking out of the double-handled cup at the same time. It is a common part of Scottish wedding ceremonies and symbolizes the intimacy and selflessness that come with marriage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of loving cups.

Question 8

Why do they call it a loving cup?

Accepted Answer

A loving cup was originally a drinking cup that was designed to be shared at banquets, weddings and other celebrations. It featured two handles to make it easier to pass along. Cups would also be used as trophies, and led to the classic double-handled cup trophy shape. Shop an array of loving cups from top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What necklace symbolizes love?

Accepted Answer

Many necklaces can symbolize love. One of the most popular options is the heart-shaped pendant necklace, as the heart has for centuries been associated with romance. Emeralds, diamonds and sapphires may also represent love, as can necklaces that feature two interlocking rings. Find a variety of necklaces on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What jewelry symbolizes love?

Accepted Answer

Many jewelry pieces can symbolize love. Heart jewelry is one of the most commonly worn symbols of love, since the heart has long been associated with romance. Toi et Moi rings that feature two gemstones can also represent love, as can engagement and wedding rings. Some iconic jewelry designs have more unconventional symbols of love. For example, the screws on the Cartier Love bracelet evoke the idea of locking down or protecting love so that it can last a lifetime. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of jewelry.

Question 11

What does the Love sculpture represent?

Accepted Answer

The Love sculpture represents the changes in American culture that occurred during the 1960s due to the anti-war protests, the sexual revolution and the civil rights movement. You'll find a variety of Robert Indiana art on 1stDibs.

Question 12

Who designed for Dior in 2022?

Accepted Answer

In 2022, Maria Grazia Chiuri designed for Dior. She was the first woman to ever serve as Creative Director for the luxury fashion house. Her work in the Dior Fall/Winter 2022 Haute Couture collection celebrated women and drew inspiration from the art of Olesia Trofymenko. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Dior pieces.

Question 13

Do Dior bags have Velcro?

Accepted Answer

Whether Dior bags have Velcro depends on the design. When it debuted in 1999, the original Dior Saddle bag had a Velcro tab securing its flap. For the re-release in 2018, Dior replaced this closure with a magnetic snap. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Dior bags.

Question 14

What is Dior best known for?

Accepted Answer

Dior is best known for his legendary fashion house and New Look collection.

When Christian Dior launched his haute 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.

Two years after the end of World War II, the fashion crowd and the moribund haute couture industry were yearning for security and prosperity, desperate to discard the drab, sexless, utilitarian garb imposed by wartime deprivation. Dior’s New Look collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in.

Dior 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. Find vintage Dior dresses, skirts and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 15

How do I clean Dior sneakers?

Accepted Answer

How to best clean Dior sneakers varies based on the material. Using a cleaning product designed for whatever your sneakers are made of can help you avoid damaging leather or suede. Generally, you can wipe surface dirt off all Dior sneakers with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Dior sneakers.

Question 16

How do I authenticate Dior jewelry?

Accepted Answer

Hallmarks can help you authenticate Dior jewelry. Typically, Dior stamps its hallmarks on the fasteners of their jewelry. Pieces made in the 1950s often include the names of the designers Kramer or Mitchel Maer. Pieces from this period may also say "Dior West Germany" or "Made in Germany for Christian Dior." During the 1960s and 70s, the hallmark became "Chr.Dior." Since the 1980s, the brand's hallmark reads "Christian Dior" along with a copyright symbol and the manufacturing year. You may also find "Made in France" on modern hallmarks. Shop a large selection of expertly vetted Dior jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 17

How can I wear a Dior scarf?

Accepted Answer

You can wear a Dior scarf many ways, and how you choose to style it is largely a matter of personal preference. Try folding the scarf into a triangle and tying it in a single knot, or knot it into a symmetrical bow at your throat and allow the ends to hang loosely. Dior scarves also work well as bag accessories, headbands and kerchiefs. You’ll find a large selection of Dior scarves on 1stDibs.

Question 18

How can I wear a Dior Mitzah?

Accepted Answer

You can wear a Dior Mitzah in many ways. Wrap the long, narrow strip of fabric around your neck and tie it in a bow like a scarf, or coil it around the handles of your Dior handbag. The dimensions of the scarf also allow it to function as a headband or a wrist wrap. Shop a large selection of Dior scarves on 1stDibs.

Question 19

Is Dior a public company?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dior is a publicly traded company. Its full name is Christian Dior SE. The stock trades on the Euronext 100 market under the initials "CDI." The largest shareholder and primary owner of the company is the French corporation LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. You’ll find a large selection of Dior on 1stDibs.

Question 20

Are Dior sunglasses polarized?

Accepted Answer

Yes, some Dior sunglasses are polarized. Designs vary from year to year, but generally at least a few in every season's collection feature polarized lenses. The Dior EverDior aviator sunglasses are one example of a signature style that often offers polarized lenses as an option. You’ll find a large selection of Dior sunglasses on 1stDibs.

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