Spring/Summer 2006 Christian Dior Trompe L'oeil Lace and Denim Bikini
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Dior bikini from Spring/Summer 2006. Muted peach colour with trompe l'oeil printed lace on the top
Spring/Summer 2006 Christian Dior Trompe L'oeil Lace and Denim Bikini
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Dior bikini from Spring/Summer 2006. Muted peach colour with trompe l'oeil printed lace on the top
Christian Dior 2004 Trompe L'oeil Jacket Pants Set
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior 2004 Trompe L'oeil Jacket Pants Set John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection
Christian Dior SS 2006 Trompe-l'oeil Pareo Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe-l'oeil pareo skirt. Size 38 FR. Condition: Excellent.
Christian Dior by Galliano 2001 Miss Diorella Trompe L'oeil Bustier
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior by Galliano 2001 Miss Diorella Trompe L'oeil Bustier Designed by John Galliano for
$1,408Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe l'Oeil Denim Pattern Jacket
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
Great vintage jacket from John Galliano for the house of Christian Dior. It is made of cotton with
CHRISTIAN DIOR Wet Look Trompe L'oeil Denim Print Two Piece String Swimsuit
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage shiny wet look MISS DIORELLA two piece string swimsuit
$728Sale Price|25% Off
Christian Dior Shiny Wet Look Trompe L'oeil Denim Print One-Pïece Swimsuit
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage shiny wet look MISS DIORELLA one-piece swimsuit featuring a denim trompe
$14,629
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Christian Dior by John Galliano trompe-l'œil carpet print jacket, fw 2002
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior cord jacket ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2002 ▪ Constructed from a
Christian Dior S/S 2000 Denim Trompe L'oeil Print Deep Plunge Swimsuit Maillot
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
denim trompe l'oeil print that appeared on the runway. A halter style that ties behind the neck, it has
$1,393
Size: 90 C (Int 34 C)
Christian Dior by Galliano 2001 Miss Diorella Trompe L'oeil Bustier size 90C
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior autumn-winter 2001 denim Trompe L'oeil print bustier. Designed by John Galliano for
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano Runway S/S 2006 Trompe-L'œil Denim & Lace Jacket 36
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
runway jacket from Dior’s Spring/Summer 2006 collection captures John Galliano’s mastery of feminine
$4,995
Size: F40/US8/GB12
F/W 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Leather Trompe l'oeil Denim Wrap Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Christian Dior’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection by John Galliano, this soft leather wrap skirt
Christian Dior by Galliano 2001 Miss Diorella Trompe L'oeil Pencil Skirt size 36
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior autumn-winter 2001 denim Trompe L'oeil print trousers. Designed by John Galliano
$9,056
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Bias-Cut Trompe-l'œil Print Silk Dress, SS 2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Spring-Summer 2001 ▪
Dior Miss Diorella Trompe pants
By Christian Dior
Located in North Miami, FL
Rare Dior Miss Dior Trompe pants Size 38 Front zipper with a lace tie Good vintage condition
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Dior by Galliano Spring 06 "Dior Nude" Collection Trompe l'oeil Slip Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Christian Dior by John Galliano "Dior Nude" Collection Spring 2006 Slip Dress. Knit with a faux
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano t-shirt with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 36
Christian Dior 2006 Chic Denim Dress with Lesage Trompe-l'œil "Corsage"
By Christian Dior
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Christian Dior by John Galliano Denim "Corsage" Shirt Dress from Cruise 2006 This is so much
Late 1980s Christian Dior Velvet Bag with Trompe L'Oeil Necklace
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and elegant Gianfranco Ferre for Christian Dior velvet embroidered evening bag. And
Christian Dior Trompe L'oeil Denim Slip Dress 2000
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Galliano for Christian Dior trompe l'oeil denim silk slip dress. Collection 2000.
2000s Christian Dior trompe l'oeil denim knit skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Christian Dior trompe l'oeil denim knit skirt. Waist: 28" Hip: 35"
Christian Dior Trompe L'oeil Silk Top
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Port Hope, ON
" and "certified precision Dior Miss Diorella", amongst others, this is a statement piece! On top of
Christian Dior by John Galliano Vintage Denim Trompe L'oeil Slip Dress, 2000
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage John Galliano for Christian Dior trompe l'oeil denim silk slip dress. Spring/Summer 2000
Famous Dior By John Galliano Trompe L'Oeil Denim Swimsuit 2000 Never Worn
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage John Galliano for Christian Dior trompe l'oeil denim one-piece swimsuit. Bathing suit
Sold
Size: FR 36 - UK 8
Christian Dior by John Galliano denim print bodysuit and sarong skirt, ss 2002
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior Trompe-l'œil denim printed bodysuit and maxi skirt set ▪ Designed by John Galliano
Sold
Size: 34 (Fr) 4 (Us) XS
Iconic "Zémir" dress in black Faille with Trompe l'oeil belt Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Rare dress named "Zémir" in black Faille with Trompe l'oeil belt.3 lays of petty-coat underneath
DIOR GALLIANO 2006 3pc bikini w. pareo cover-up vintage runway trompe l'oeil
By Christian Dior
Located in Leonardo, NJ
NWTs John Galliano for Christian Dior SS06 bikini and matching cover-up sarong skirt. Muted pink
Sold
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil Denim Print Silk Dress, ss 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 2000 ▪
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'Oeil Denim Dress or Maxi Skirt, SS2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
From the unmissable early 2000 John Galliano for Christian Dior collection, this strapless slip
Iconic Dior by John Galliano Tromp L'oeil Denim Print Slip Dress 2000 Runway
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
CHRISTIAN DIOR BLUE DENIM TROMPE SLIP DRESS 2000 Condition : Excellent Vintage Condition Size : 36
Christian Dior Trompe L'oeil Patchwork Dress 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Galliano for Christian Dior trompe l'oeil denim "Gambler" silk slip dress with clear dice at
Christian Dior Trompe-l'oeil Print Silk Dress Spring 2006 Runway
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
Christian Dior Trompe-l'oeil Print Silk Dress Spring 2006 Runway. Delicate silk dress with a lace
John Galliano for Dior trompe l'oeil denim print dress w CD hardware 2000
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
CHRISTIAN DIOR SEQUIN TROMPE L'OEIL DENIM DRESS Condition : Excellent Vintage Condition John
Christian Dior Trompe L'oeil Denim Print One-Pïece Halter Swimsuit
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage one-piece halter swimsuit featuring a denim trompe l'oeil print. Adjustable
Sold
Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4
Christian Dior by John Galliano blue denim print wide-leg pants, ss 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior trompe l’oeil denim print wide-leg pants ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ 98% Cotton
Christian Dior Vintage Trompe L'Oeil Denim Print Sheer Pareo
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage blue trompe l'oeil denim print sheer pareo. Can be worn in
Christian Dior SS/2000 Denim Print Trompe-l'œil Swimsuit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Christian Dior SS/2000 Denim Print Trompe-l'œil Swimsuit from Spring Summer / 2000 Runway
Christian Dior Shiny Wet Look Trompe L'oeil Denim Print One-Pïece Swimsuit
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage shiny wet look MISS DIORELLA one-piece swimsuit featuring a denim trompe
FW 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano Denim Print Trompe L'oeil cashmere Sweater
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage Fall / Winter 2004 Cashmere & Wool blend sweater by John Galliano for Christian Dior, in an
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Trompe l’Oeil Denim Pareo, SS2000
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
From the unmissable early 2000 John Galliano for Christian Dior collection, this sheer pareo/sarong
Sold
Size: FR 44 (US 12) but runs small
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'Oeil Denim Swimsuit, Fall-Winter 2001
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
From the unmissable early 2000 John Galliano for Christian Dior collections, this “trompe l’oeil
Sold
Size: FR 40 (US 8) but runs small
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'Oeil Denim Jacket, Spring-Summer 2000
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
From the unmissable early 2000 John Galliano for Christian Dior collections, this trucker-inspired
Sold
Size: Marked a size 2
Christian Dior By John Galliano Miss Diorella Trompe L'Oeil Denim Pareo, FW 2001
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
From the unforgettable John Galliano years for Christian Dior, this sheer pareo/sarong features the
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe l’Oeil Denim Pareo, Spring-Summer 2000
By John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
From the unmissable early 2000 John Galliano for Christian Dior collections, this large cotton
Sold
Size: FR 40 (US 8) but runs small
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe l’Oeil Denim Swimsuit, Spring-Summer 2000
By John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
From the unmissable early 2000 John Galliano for Christian Dior collections, this sexy “trompe
Christian Dior By John Galliano Miss Diorella Scarf, Fall-Winter 2001
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
From the iconic John Galliano years for Christian Dior, this unlabeled "trompe l'oeil" denim and
Christian Dior By John Galliano Miss Diorella Jeans, Fall-Winter 2001
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
From the iconic John Galliano years for Christian Dior, this "trompe l'oeil" denim and patches
Christian Dior By John Galliano Ruched Printed Mini Dress, Fall-Winter 2001
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
From the iconic John Galliano years for Christian Dior, this "trompe l'oeil" denim and patches mini
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2001 Wet Look Denim Bodysuit Swimsuit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Vintage Christian Dior Miss Diorella Trompe L'oeil faux denim "Speedway" print swimsuit. Excellent
F/W 2001 Christian Dior Trompe L'oeil Denim Print Nylon Slip Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: F/W 2001 Christian Dior Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
2000 Christian Dior by Galliano Trompe L'oeil Denim Print Silk Bias-Cut Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ultra seductive and highly coveted Christian Dior trompe l'oeil blue denim print silk bias-cut
Dior Miss Diorella Denim Trompe L'oeil Lingerie Set, Size 4
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Rare set from Dior Miss Diorella collection, from Galliano era -Features denim trompe l'oeil
Christian Dior Denim Trompe l'oeil Silk Dress, Spring / Summer 2000
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Gorgeous A-line, bias cut dress from Galliano's time at Christian Dior -Seen in the ad campaigns
Sold
Size: tag removed- see measurements
2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil Print Long Silk Gown Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or photos
S/S 2002 Christian Dior John Galliano Trompe L'oeil Sheer Silk Blouse Top
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact us for more images or
Sold
Size: Unknown- tags removed
S/S 2000 Christian Dior John Galliano Trompe L'oeil Sheer Cami & Skirt Set
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Please contact for more information and/or
Dior by John Galliano Spring 2000 RTW Denim Trompe L’œil Silk Mini Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Prague, CZ
Every Dior by John Galliano collector’s dream - a flirty 100% silk jersey dress with denim print
Galliano for Dior Miss Diorella Silk Scarf, c. 2000's, 26" x 26"
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Galliano for Dior silk scarf in denim trompe l'oeil print -Made of 100% silk -Made in Italy -Has
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe L'oeil T-shirt
By Christian Dior
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano with Trompe L'oeil details. French size 40
Dior by Galliano Spring 06 "Dior Nude" Collection Trompe l'oeil Slip Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Christian Dior by John Galliano "Dior Nude" Collection Spring 2006 Slip Dress. Knit with a faux
Christian Dior 2006 Chic Denim Dress with Lesage Trompe-l'œil "Corsage"
By Christian Dior
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Christian Dior by John Galliano Denim "Corsage" Shirt Dress from Cruise 2006 This is so much
Sexy 1990s Vintage Emilio Pucci Bright Orange Silk Jersey Side Print Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s Emilio Pucci silk jersey dress in a vibrant bright orange hue! Wonderful signature print on the side, and around front collar. Extremely slimming. Looks great alone, or wi...
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown IT 40 As seen on Naomi Campbell on the Runway for the final look!
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
Kathrine Baumann Leopard Design Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite handmade designer, Kathrine Baumann, who is the celebrated handbag maker to the stars, leopard pattern pillow shaped minaudière, evening bag or evening clutch is completely...
$275
Size: Fits IT 40, US 4 see measurement
Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dolce and Gabbana lime green fit and flare pencil skirt with yellow lace godet panels at bottom. Vertical seam detail at one side. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose (linen-loo...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Plunging Ruched Long Sleeve Sweater Top
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Plunging Ruched Long Sleeve Sweater Top XS Gucci long sleeve ruched top with plunging neckline and back.
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2002 Cutout Plunged Neckline Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2002 Cutout Plunged Neckline Black Dress IT 40 Gucci sleeveless black knee-length dress featuring ruffled shoulders, cutouts at front and back and concealed zi...
$175Sale Price|30% Off
Size: French 36 (Best Fits US 2-4)
Thierry Mugler Silk Animal Leopard Print Top, C.1990
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Atlanta, GA
Purrrr-fection! This Thierry Mugler C.1990 silk top is loaded with feline details beyond the animal print. It snaps at the back with an hourglass silhouette which nips at the waist...
Roberto Cavalli Summer Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
A pretty Summer top by Roberto Cavalli. The top has a v neckline, frill sleaves , adn is a blue and yellow print with gathering at the bust.
$5,750
Size: 42 / US 8
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 1997 Sz 42 / 8 Black Patent Leather Vintage Harness Gown
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic and extraordinary new with tags vintage FW 1997 TOM FORD for GUCCI black signature harness halter gown / evening dress! Words cannot even begin to describe how dreamy and fla...
Gucci Silk Dress with Hardware and Cut outs
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous grey silk jersey dress from Gucci. It is fitted with long sleeves and cut outs at one shoulder and side waist plus a slit along the front of one leg of the straight skirt...
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2008 Cutout Sheer Mesh Panels Bodycon Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
Jean Paul Gaultier Cutout Sheer Mesh Panels Bodycon Dress IT 40
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...
Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...
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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