Christian Dior Small Book Tote Blue Oblique Embroidery
By Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
This pre-owned but new Dior Book Tote is a House classic and original creation. It combines blue calfskin with a tonal Dior Oblique embroidery. The interior is equipped with a zip ...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 8.5", Width 11", Depth 5.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas ...
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H 10.5 in W 14 in D 6.5 in
Christian Dior Book Tote Bayadere Stripe Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Bayadere Stripe Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR natural raffia 2023 FLORAL SMALL BOOK TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Small Book Tote in natural raffia is a testament to the House’s unparalleled craftsmanship and creative vision.
Christian Dior Blue Oblique Canvas Small Book Tote Bag Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Iconic Christian Dior blue Oblique canvas 'Book Tote'. This is theSmall size.
Christian Dior Blue Oblique Canvas Small Book Tote Bag Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Iconic Christian Dior blue Oblique canvas 'Book Tote'. This is theSmall size.
Dior Navy Monogram Trotter Oblique Small Book Tote Shopper Bag s27d6
By Christian Dior
Located in Dix hills, NY
Dior Navy Monogram Trotter Oblique Small Book Tote Shopper Bag s27d6 Date Code/Serial Number: 50-MA-0129 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 6" Height: 10.75" Shoulder...
Christian Dior Book Tote Mesh Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Mesh Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exterior ...
Christian Dior Book Tote Mesh Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Minor wear and pilling on exterior edges and handles. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Di...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
This Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small, crafted in blue oblique canvas, features dual rolled handles and Christian Dior lettering at front.
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Small glue stains on opening corners. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book T...
Christian Dior Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Small glue stains on opening corners. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 6" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tot...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain ...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exteri...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7", Handle Drop 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Mater...
Christian Dior Book Tote Plaid Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Plaid Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Ext...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plai...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Box Measurements: Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exterior Color: Blue Interior Material: Ca...
Christian Dior Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Slight creasing on exterior, small glue stain on handle base. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 5.5" Designer: Christian Dior M...
Christian Dior Book Tote Plaid Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Plaid Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Ext...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 5.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plai...
Christian Dior Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exterior Color: Black, Print, White Inter...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Velvet Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7", Strap Drop 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Velvet Small Exterior Material: Velvet Ex...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 5.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Pl...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Ca...
Christian Dior Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear on base, opening corners and handles, small glue stains on front opening corners. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14.5", Depth 6.5"...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exter...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10.5", Width 14.5", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canv...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 11", Width 14.5", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 11", Width 14.5", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Ca...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Pla...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 6" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Pla...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Ca...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embossed Leather Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embossed Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather Exte...
Christian Dior Book Tote KaleiDiorscopic Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote KaleiDiorscopic Canvas Small Exterior Material: Ca...
Christian Dior Book Tote KaleiDiorscopic Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote KaleiDiorscopic Canvas Small Exterior Material: Ca...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas ...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 11", Width 14.5", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Creasing wear and heavy darkening on exterior and handles, Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10.5", Width 14.5", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior ...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canv...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canv...
Dior Burgundy Oblique Canvas Small Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Book tote by Dior became a cult-favorite instantly after it was introduced. The sublime aesthetics and silhouette of the tote reflect everything that Dior's brand DNA stands for....
Dior Blue Oblique Denim Small Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri, the Dior Book Tote is a travel accessory for people with style. The bag here is crafted using denim into a beautiful structure and covered in Oblique...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canv...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 5.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plai...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canv...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embossed Leather Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embossed Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather Exte...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 5.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: ...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embossed Leather Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embossed Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather Exte...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embossed Leather Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embossed Leather Small Exterior Material: Leather Exte...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Pla...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 10.5", Width 14.5", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10", Width 14", Depth 6" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain E...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Plain...
Christian Dior Book Tote Oblique Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Creasing on exterior, moderate darkening, pilling and wear on exterior, heavy darkening and wear on handles, Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 11", Wid...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 7" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Pla...
Christian Dior Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 6" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas Pla...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 10.5", Width 14", Depth 6.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canvas...
Christian Dior Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Box Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 6" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Houndstooth Canvas Small Exterior Material: Canv...
Christian Dior Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small
By Christian Dior
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 8.5", Width 10.5", Depth 5.5" Designer: Christian Dior Model: Book Tote Embroidered Canvas Small Exterior Material:...
Dior Club Bag Blue Dior Oblique jacquard classic logo D.I.O.R charms, 2 straps.
By Christian Dior
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Dior Club Bag Blue Dior Oblique Dior classic logo print Org price €3000 Although I’d love to always wear a crossbody on nights out, I find that shoulder bags both look and feel ch...
Dior New Alps Large Book Bag
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
DIOR brand new large Alps book tote in navy blue with a white star in the center written Christian Dior over it. The piece comes with the original dustcover. The handles are 6.25 inc...
CHRISTIAN DIOR navy blue Oblique canvas LARGE BOOK TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Book Tote Large in navy and ecru Oblique embroiderey canvas. Brand new. Comes with dust bag. Measurements Model M1286ZRIW_M828 Height 35cm (13.7in) Wi...
Dior New Large Book Tote Monogram Blue
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Dior brand new large book tote in blue and white monogram canvas. Comes with original dust cover.
Christian Dior Sac Main Tote Book Medium 2024 Golden Embroidery Ltd Ed Hand Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior Book Tote bag (Medium size), 2024 limited edition in openwork mesh, hand-embroidered with gold-tone thread and the black Dior logo; features two top handles. Dimension...
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2026 Jonathan Anderson oblique embroidery lace Medallion tote bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2026 Joanthan Anderson Medium Book Tote oblique embdoiery lace Medaillon navy white tote bag Reference: TGAS/G00197 Brand: Dior Designer: Jonathan Anderson Model: Boo...
CHRISTIAN DIOR cognac leather 2023 CRONELY EMBROIDERED LARGE BOOK TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Large Book Tote in brown lambskin leather is a stunning tribute to craftsmanship and heritage. Embroidered with a black cornely-effect ornamental m...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Book Tote navy cream Toile de Jouy canvas bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Book Tote navy cream Toile de Jouy canvas bag Reference: KYCG/A00179 Brand: Dior Designer: Maria Grazia Chiuri Model: Book Tote Material: Fabric Color: Navy, Cream Pat...
CHRISTIAN DIOR navy 2021 DIORTRAVEL TOILE DE JOUY MULTIFUNCTIONAL POUCH Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior DiorTravel Multifunctional Pouch in navy blue and white Toile de Jouy embroidered technical canvas. Designed for both practicality and style, it feature...
Christian Dior Navy Oblique Jacquard 30 Montaigne Chain Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Christian Dior Navy Oblique Jacquard 30 Montaigne Chain Bag SKU: 140671 MSRP: 3900.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item i...
Dior New Large Book tote Monogram Blue
By Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Dior brand new large book tote in blue and white monogram canvas. Comes with original dust cover.
Dior Columbus mini bag in silk
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Dior columbus / street chic in silk and patent leather color blu, silver hardware. Condition: Really good. Measurements: 19cm x 13cm x 3,5
Christian Dior Medium Book Tote Gray Toile de Jouy Embroidered Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Good,Normal signs of use, corner wear, and stains both inside and outside. Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:36cm,height:26cm Designer: Christian Dior Model:Book...
Dior Book Medium Tote Canvas Blue Dior Oblique Embroidery
By Christian Dior
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Good, Normal signs of use, clean interior, and minor wear on the four corners. Accessories: ID Ca...
$2,300
H 7.49 in W 5.52 in
Christian Dior D-Bubble Blue Toile de Jouy Canvas Bucket Bag Tassels Italy Auth
By Christian Dior
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Good, Minor signs of use, no damage to the surface, clean interior, slight scratches on hardware. Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:14cm,height:19cm Designer: Chr...
CHRISTIAN DIOR turquoise canvas 2019 LARGE BOOK TOTE Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Book Tote Large in turquoise, yellow, black and red embroidered canvas. Brand new. 2019 Spring/Summer Measurements Height 35cm (13.7in) Width 42cm (1...
CELINE black & olive CALF HAIR MINI LUGGAGE Tote Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
Céline 'Mini Luaggabe' tote in olive calf hair with black calf hair gussets and black leather details. Zipper pocket on the front. Closes with a zipper on top. Lined in black leather...
CELINE navy blue leather & suede TRAPEZE MEDIUM Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Céline Trapeze shoulder bag in navy grained and smooth calfskin and navy suede side parts. One zipper pocket on the back. Opens with zipper on top. Lined in brown lamb...
Christian Dior Embroidered Canvas Jute Medium Book Tote
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in luxury with the Christian Dior Embroidered Canvas Jute Medium Book Tote. Crafted in Italy, this tote boasts a unique blend of beige jute canvas and black, red, and blue pr...
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.
From classic medium-sized Louis Vuitton leather tote bags to authentic cube-like Loewe shoulder bags woven in raffia, the large selection of vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs offers something for special occasions as well as everyday needs.
Although part of a modern look, tote bags have been roomy and versatile accessories since at least 1944, with the launch of L.L.Bean’s “ice bag.” The Maine retailer, then largely known for rugged field coats and hunting shoes, had introduced a big, durable canvas bag that was initially intended to carry firewood or ice. In those days, to keep produce and other foods cool in refrigerators, consumers had to regularly replace the blocks of ice that were doing all the work in their bulky appliances. There was no better bag to help haul big blocks of ice from the trunk of your car to your front door and, subsequently, to your kitchen.
Years later, during the 1960s, L.L.Bean’s Boat and Tote was introduced as an overhauled structured canvas version of the ice bag. Tested to lug up to 500 pounds, the Boat and Tote became a best seller. Also during the 1960s, American designer Bonnie Cashin created the Cashin Carry for Coach. Cashin was Coach’s first lead designer, and she liked leather, large pockets and earth tones. Her modern interpretation of the tote bag introduced a touch of elegance to this increasingly ubiquitous accessory.
In the subsequent decades, more brands debuted their own iterations of the tote bag, from Tory Burch’s Perry leather tote bag to Goyard’s luxurious Saint Louis.
Pay tribute to this long and interesting history of a well-loved accessory by browsing the vintage and designer tote bags on 1stDibs.