Dior Embellished Navy Lady Dior Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Embellished navy lady Dior with rhinestones decoration. The shoulder strap measures 16” and it is
Dior Embellished Navy Lady Dior Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Embellished navy lady Dior with rhinestones decoration. The shoulder strap measures 16” and it is
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Black Suede Leather Gold Hardware 1997
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Black Suede Leather Gold Hardware 1997 These are professional photos of
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Black Suede Leather Gold Hardware 1997
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Black Suede Leather Gold Hardware 1997 These are professional photos of
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Black Suede Leather Gold Hardware 1997
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Black Suede Leather Gold Hardware 1997 These are professional photos of
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile
$4,884
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 black & red leather 2018 LADY DIOR MEDIUM HEART CLOVER Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Limited Edition Lady Dior shoulder bag in black calfskin embellished
CHRISTIAN DIOR black & white leather 2018 CHECK LADY DIOR MEDIUM TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Limited Edition Lady Dior shoulder bag in black and white calfskin
Lady Dior Medium Black Patent Leather Handbag with Silver Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Medium Black Patent Leather Handbag with Silver Hardware These are professional photos
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Navy Blue Jeans Silver Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Navy Blue Jeans Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the
Christian Dior Black Nylon Medium Lady Di Bag
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dior Vintage Medium Lady Dior Black Nylon Cannage Quilted Bag in very good condition. Black nylon
Dior Lady Medium Fur Grey
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Borsa firmata Dior, modello Lady nella misura Medium, realizzata in tessuto Fur nella colorazione
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Brown Nylon Cloth with Yellow Gold-tone Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This large Lady Dior handbag, made of high-quality black cloth with iconic micro-cannage stitching
$3,395
H 8 in D 4.75 in L 9.25 in
Christian Dior Latte Embroidery Around the World Motif Medium Lady D-Lite Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Latte Embroidery Around the World Motif Medium Lady D-Lite Bag. The latte style is
Dior Metallic Silver Supple Cannage Leather Medium Lady Dior Tote
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Dior Metallic Silver Supple Cannage Leather Medium Lady Dior Tote SKU: 116146
Lady Dior 2012 Large Bag Pink Lambskin Cannage Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior 2012 Large Bag Pink Lambskin Cannage Leather These are professional photos of the actual
Christian Dior Medium Lady Laced Black Leather Limited Edition Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Freehold, NJ
Pre-Owned 100% Authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Laced Leather Black Limited Edition Shoulder
Christian Dior Lady D-Lite Bag Embroidered Canvas Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 3.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Lady D-Lite Bag Embroidered Canvas Medium Exterior Material
Limited Edition Lady Dior MM Pearls handbag strap in Black Cannage leather , BHW
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, IDF
Exceptional and rare Dior Lady Dior Medium handbag strap in black crackled
Beautiful Lady Dior MM D-Lite in Black Toile de Jouy Reverse motif, PHW
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, IDF
wide, reversible, and removable embroidered strap, this medium Lady D-Lite bag
Lady Dior Black Quilted Lambskin Bag Medium
By Christian Dior
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of Savineti we offer this Lady Dior Bag: - Brand: Dior - Model: Lady Dior 9.5
CHRISTIAN DIOR Lady Dior Black Quilted Lamb Leather Medium Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN DIOR "Lady Dior" medium handbag comes in a black quilted lamb leather featuring silver
2010 Christian Dior Black Quilted Patent Leather Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Quilted Patent Leather Medium Lady Dior This CHRISTIAN DIOR Medium Lady Dior
Christian Dior Lady Dior Black Nylon Medium Size Vintage Gold Hardware Preowned
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
quilting, Dior’s Medium Black Fabric Lady Dior is made of fabric for a laid-back take on a classic tote
Dior Lady Dior Medium Green Patent Leather Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Krakow, PL
Lady Dior bag in leaf green patent 'Cannage' calfskin, adjustable shoulder strap. Jewelry in
Lady Dior Medium Handbag Black Lambskin Leather Gold Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
style of Medium Lady Dior, crafted in Pearlescent Pink Lambskin Leather. This classic bag features a
CHRISTIAN DIOR black Cannage leather LADY DIOR SOFT MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior 'Lady Dior Soft Medium' tote bag in black cannage lambskin. Opens
CHRISTIAN DIOR Black & Gold Cannage Quilted Leather Medium Lady Dior Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Medium Lady Dior" bag in black Cannage print quilted soft leather featuring
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H 7.88 in W 9.45 in D 4.34 in
2003 Christian Dior Black Quilted Glazed Calfskin Leather Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Quilted Glazed Calfskin Leather Medium Lady Dior This CHRISTIAN DIOR Medium
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H 7.88 in W 9.45 in D 4.34 in
2003 Christian Dior Black Quilted Glazed Calfskin Leather Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Quilted Glazed Calfskin Leather Medium Lady Dior This CHRISTIAN DIOR Medium
Medium Embroidered Lady Dior Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
* Light pink/black * Canvas * Abstract embroidery * Logo print to the front * Signature Dior
Christian Dior Women's Black Onyx Medium Lady Dior Patent Micro Cannage
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
helping to progress the momentous CSD designer resale revolution! Christian Dior Women's Black Onyx Medium
Christian Dior Medium Blue Denim Studded Lady Dior Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A Lady Dior in Denim! Proving once again that Dior is for the modern woman. Denim bags are so hot
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H 7.88 in W 9.45 in D 4.34 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Grained Deerskin Leather Floral Printed Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Grained Deerskin Leather Floral Printed Medium Lady Dior Serial Number: 17-BO
2000 Christian Dior Khaki Monogram Patent Leather Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Khaki Monogram Patent Leather Medium Lady Dior Xupes Reference: CB291 Serial Number
CHRISTIAN DIOR black leather 2017 STUDDED SUPPLE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Supple Lady Dior Medium bag in black studded Cannage mortif calfskin
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Black Cloth with Yellow Gold-tone Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Vintage Medium Black Cloth with Yellow Gold-tone Hardware These are professional photos
CHRISTIAN DIOR Bag Lady Dior Medium Cannage Embellished Strap NWT
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Lady Dior medium black lambskin leather with 5 quilted Cannage. Hidden top
Christian Dior BLUE TIE DYE DENIM KALEIDIORSCOPIC MEDIUM LADY DIOR
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior BLUE TIE DYE DENIM KALEIDIORSCOPIC MEDIUM LADY DIOR CONDITION NOTES The exterior is
CHRISTIAN DIOR Orange Quilted Lambskin Leather Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Orange Quilted Lambskin Leather Medium Lady Dior Xupes Reference: HB5101 Serial
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H 7.88 in W 9.45 in
2014 Christian Dior Navy Smooth Calfskin Leather Pocket Detail Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Navy Smooth Calfskin Leather Pocket Detail Medium Lady Dior Xupes Reference: HB3436
Lady Dior Medium Nature Ballet Star Embroidery Handbag Black Calfskin Gold HW
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
in Italy Year of Manufacture: 2019 Size: medium Exterior Color: Black and multicolor Exterior
Christian Dior Medium Lady D-Lite Black and White Houndstooth Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
, reversible and removable embroidered shoulder strap allows for the medium Lady D-Lite bag to be carried by
Dior White Leather Eiffel Tower Embroidered Medium 'Lady Dior' Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Lady Dior bag, the symbol of Couture elegance and refinement is elegantly crafted in a soft
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H 7.88 in W 9.45 in D 4.34 in
2016 Dior Dark Petrol Blue Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
CHRISTIAN DIOR Dark Petrol Blue Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Medium Lady Dior This CHRISTIAN
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Size: L 26 cm x H 20 cm x D 12 cm
Christian Dior Lady 95.22 Medium Top Handle Bag in Black Cannage Lambskin with G
By Christian Dior
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
An elevated take on the Lady Dior lineage, the 95.22 bag was introduced by Maria Grazia Chiuri as a
Dior 2008 Black Soft Leather Cannage Embossed Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
resale item. Details Datecode - 225-BM-0018 (2008) Model: Lady Dior Tote Black
Christian Dior Embroidered Canvas Mizza Medium Lady D-Lite Bag Blue
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
medium Lady D-Lite bag can be carried by hand or worn crossbody. Designer: Christian Dior Material
1995 Christian Dior Black Patent "Lady Dior" Bag
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Lady Dior in Black created in 1995 via John Galliano. This lovely vintage medium sized tote is smooth
Limited Edition Lady D Christian DIOR
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Collection: Lady Dior Medium Genre: women Material: canvas Colors: grey, black Dimensions: 24 x 20 x 11 cm
Dior Christian Dior x Niki de Saint Phalle 2018 Large Lady Dior Dragon Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Phalle Model: Large Lady Dior Black Leather Medium Handbag 2x Top handles Front dragon detail
Lady D-Joy Medium Bag Exceptional Piece Black Silk Satin Turquoise Beaded Tassel
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Brand: Christian Dior Model: Lady D-Joy Exterior Material : Silk Exterior Color: Black and Turquoise
Lady Dior Large Bag Teal Blue Lambskin Cannage Leather
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Large Bag Teal Blue Lambskin Cannage Leather These are professional photos of the actual
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Size: 14.5"L x 6.5"W x 11.0"H
Christian Dior Signature Medium Book Top Handle Tote In Blue Oblique Canvas Blue
By Christian Dior
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Christian Dior Signature Medium Book Tote In Blue Oblique Canvas Make a bold style
Dior Black Leather Lady Dior Embellished Clutch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
. Details Black Leather Medium clutch bag Floral embellishment Flap with magnetic fastening
Dior Black Patent Lady Dior Cannage Chain Pouch
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Dior designer resale item. Details Lady Dior Black Patent leather Medium clutch
Dior Lady Dior Medium Niki de Saint Phalle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Krakow, PL
. This limited edition Lady Dior from the brand’s 2018 collection is crafted in smooth, black leather and
Christian Dior Navy Patent Cannage Medium Lady Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Christian Dior Navy Patent Cannage Medium Lady Dior SKU: 135479 MSRP: 6500.00 USD
Lady Dior Medium Metallic Blue Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Dior pristine condition medium Lady Dior in metallic blue leather with silver tone hardware
Christian Dior Woven Tweed Crystal Medium Lady Dior Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Christian Dior Woven Tweed Crystal Medium Lady Dior Bag in New without tag condition. Woven multi
Lady Dior Medium Black Patent Leather Handbag with Gold Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Lady Dior Medium Black Patent Leather Handbag with Gold Hardware These are professional photos of
Sac Lady Dior Medium Dark Navy Canvas Bag strap
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Medium Lady Dior bag in almost black navy blue quilted Cannage canvas and gold metal, Dior letters
Christian Dior 2024 Floral Embroidered Canvas Medium Lady D-Lite Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior 2024 Floral Embroidered Canvas Medium Lady D-Lite Bag. Features Black Embroidery
Christian Dior Zodiac Toile De Jouy Medium Lady D-Lite Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
embroidered shoulder strap, the medium Lady D-Lite bag can be carried by hand or worn crossbody. Retail $5,400
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H 8 in D 4.75 in L 9.25 in
Christian Dior 2024 Floral Embroidered Canvas Medium Lady D-Lite Bag rt $5300
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior 2024 Floral Embroidered Canvas Medium Lady D-Lite Made In: Italy Year of Production
Dior Black Leather Medium Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Lady Dior tote from Dior is iconic, highly coveted, and since its birth in 1994, it has swayed
Dior Black Leather Medium Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Lady Dior tote from Dior is iconic, highly coveted, and since its birth in 1994, it has swayed
Dior Black Cannage Leather Medium Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
continue to invest in to this day. We have here this medium Lady Dior tote crafted from black patent
Dior Black Cannage Leather Medium Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
continue to invest in to this day. We have here this medium Lady Dior tote crafted from black patent
Dior Black Patent Leather Medium Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Lady Dior tote is a Dior creation that has gained recognition worldwide and is today a coveted
Dior Black Cannage Nylon Medium Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Lady Dior tote is a Dior creation that has gained recognition worldwide and is today a coveted
Dior Black Cannage Canvas Medium Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Lady Dior tote is a Dior creation that has gained recognition worldwide and is today a coveted
Dior Black Cannage Leather Medium Lady Dior Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Lady Dior tote is a Dior creation that has gained recognition worldwide and is today a coveted
CHANEL black lambskin leather CLASSIC MINI RECTANGULAR Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Mini Rectangular Timeless Single Flap Bag in black lambskin embodies the maison’s timeless elegance. Crafted with silver-tone hardware, it closes w...
$910
H 1.19 in W 0.28 in L 1.07 in
Hermès Curiosity Kelly Bag Charm Pendant Necklace Guilloche Permabrass
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Pendant In shape of a "Kelly" Bag The smallest version ever of the Iconic Kelly Bag It even has the padlock and clochette-tirette ! Made in France Made...
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A limited edition bag by Gucci From the early 2000s years A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closu...
GUCCI by Tom Ford 2004 Exotic Silver Dragon Encrusted Crystal Bag Clutch Bamboo
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD UNIQUE EVENING BAG WITH GORGEOUS JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL LIMITED EDITON - ONLY VERY FEW PIECES WERE PRODUCED OF THIS FABULOUS BAG AND SOLD TO A SELE...
$375Sale Price|21% Off
H 2.75 in D 1.25 in L 4.5 in
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Encrusted Compact Evening Bag by Elgin c 1950s
By Elgin
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl crystal encrusted evening bag- compact case designed by Eligin c 1950s The elegant evening purse - cosmetic case is designed with exotic mother of pearl ti...
Hermès Horseshoe Birkin 25 cm Sellier Biscuit Craie Epsom Leather
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Birkin Bag "Sellier Version" Made in France Stamp K Made of epsom leather and permabrass hardware (yellow gold tone but less bright) Colorway: Ouside i...
GUCCI by Tom Ford Pink GG Monogram Logo Satin Lizard Barbiecore Horsebit Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning Gucci clutch Made of finest pink satin Ruched style, with the famous GUCCI GG Monogram stamped on silk Exotic Lizard Skin Trimming Mat-gold hardware Horsebit detail Fully ...
Chanel Vintage Classic Flap Mini Square Green Lambskin 24k Gold HW, 1989-1991
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Vintage Classic Flap Mini Square Green Lambskin 24k Gold HW, 1989-1991 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: GOOD This preloved/ preow...
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag . SIZE 20cm X 12cm X 6cm Chain lenght = 125cm One flat pocket on the back of the bag. 2 inside pocket ( one with zip closure) Kaki leather lining. Aut...
UNWORN Gucci Limited Edition Flora Print Beaded Embroidered Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA BEADED SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG LIMITED EDITON - ONLY VERY FEW PIECES WERE PRODUCED OF THIS GORGEOUS BAG AND SOLD IN FLAGSHIP STORES TO A SELECTED ...
FENDI Embroidered Baguette Handbag Flap Bag Clutch - Full Set
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in Switzerland, CH
Special Piece, ultrarare collector's Baguette bag by FENDI Wonderful rare Fendi Baguette Bag Hand-embroidery on front and back Black exotic ostrich leg leather trimmings Adjustable ...
Chanel Classic Flap Mini 2014 Navy Lambskin Leather Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Mini 2014 Navy Lambskin Leather Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Condition: VERY GOOD Overall light signs of us...
$220,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
Chanel Classic Flap Medium 2008 Burgundy Caviar Leather Silver Hardware
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Medium 2008 Burgundy Caviar Leather Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Crafted from high quality calfskin leather...
Christian Dior Black Nylon Mini Lady Dior Bag
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Dior Vintage Mini Lady Dior Black Nylon Cannage Quilted Bag in very good condition. Black nylon cannage quilted body trimmed with gold hardware and black leather handles. Top flap sn...
UNWORN Exotic XL Gucci Camouflage Green Python Skin Tote Shoulder Bag Hobo
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci Python Skin Handbag XL size Made of finest exotic python skin A real eye catcher Closes with zipper Golden colored hardware Fully lined One pocket inside Complete with...
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.