Dior Vintage Lambskin beret is revisited in a couture variation. Size 57
By Christian Dior
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Dior Vintage Lambskin beret is revisited in a couture variation.
Dior Vintage Lambskin beret is revisited in a couture variation. Size 57
By Christian Dior
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Dior Vintage Lambskin beret is revisited in a couture variation.
1980s Christian Dior Couture Blue Silk Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
The dress is beautifully lined in silk and is a piece of skilled couture whilst Marc Bohan was at the helm of Dior.
1980s Dior Attributed Haute Couture Black Velvet Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Bought alongside other labelled Dior haute couture pieces, we believe this elegant black velvet gown to also be a Christian Dior haute couture dress from the 1984 / 1985 fall winter ...
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Size: Italy M
Christian Dior Boutique Paris 1990s Stretchy Top Black White Size M
By Christian Dior Haute Couture, Christian Dior
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This beautiful vintage Christian Dior 1990s stretchy top in black and white stripes is a timeless piece that epitomizes the brand’s legacy of elegance and high fashion. 100% Cotton. ...
$4,763
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
The First Lady of France chose the newly-released Dior bag to give to Princess Diana, a special gift that epitomised French savoir-faire and sartorial excellence… Our Vintage Select...
AW 1960 Christian Dior Haute Couture by Yves Saint Laurent Moiré Blouse
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare AW 1960 Christian Dior Numbered Haute Couture by Yves Saint Laurent silk moiré and velvet blouse with beautiful beaded accents throughout.
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L 44.18 in
Dior by Marc Bohan Haute Couture Black Silk Chiffon Layered Evening Dress - 1980
By Christian Dior Haute Couture, Christian Dior
Located in London, Chelsea
Vintage Dior Haute Couture Black Silk Chiffon Layered Dress.
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1990s Vintage Christian Dior Demi Couture Numbered Peplum Jacket and Skirt Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage charcoal grey wool Christian Dior Boutique Demi Couture Suit from the late 1980s or early 1990's is a timeless classic featuring a fun peplum jacket and a slim skirt.
An Incredible 1960s Vintage Christian Dior Couture Silk Dress w. Beading
By Christian Dior
Located in Copenhagen, DK
An absolutely incredible 1960s Christian Dior haute couture ankle-length silk gown with intricate beading across the bust. The beading is repeated along the cross-back straps and alo...
Dior haute couture black dress, Autumn/Winter 1959
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
The perfect way of introducing vintage haute couture into a modern wardrobe, this stunning cocktail dress is incredibly contemporary.
Dior haute couture multicoloured dress, Spring/Summer 1965
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A stunning piece of haute couture, this Marc Bohan by Dior dress was photographed for L’Officiel in 1965.
Dior haute couture black skirt suit, Autumn/Winter 1981
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Whether for the office or an evening event, this Dior haute couture suit will look fabulous. Comprised of a jacket and in skirt in matching black silk, the jacket features a dramatic...
Dior haute couture navy skirt suit, Spring/Summer 1984
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A beautiful piece of haute couture, this navy skirt suit is a great piece for the office or daytime events and consists of a top and skirt constructed in navy wool, lined in silk. Fe...
A vintage S/S 1981 Little Black Christian Dior Haute Couture Dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A fabulous little black Christian Dior haute couture silk dress dating from the 1981 spring summer collection. The dress has a round neckline, a fitted waist, and gorgeous square, do...
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Size: We suggest size S as a guideline
1980s Dior Numbered Demi-Couture Hot Pink Suit With Golden Tassel
By Christian Dior
Located in London, Chelsea
Stunning Vintage Dior Demi-Couture Wool Crepe Skirt Suit. This fabulous numbered ensemble by Dior was created in the 1980s.
Dior by Marc Bohan Haute Couture Black Silk Pleated Dress, 1983
By Christian Dior
Located in London, Chelsea
Vintage Dior Haute Couture Black Silk Pleated Dress.
1961 Marc Bohan for Christian Dior Haute Couture Cocktail Dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
The empire waist slims and emphasizes a womans body, in the tradition and work of Christian Dior. The unique craft of couture and Marc Bohan's technical mastery is clearly evident in...
Dior haute couture black coat, Autumn/Winter 1959
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Constructed in black silk velvet, silk grosgrain and braiding Featuring hand-finishing Buttons fastening to the front Excellent condition with minor loss to the surface of two but...
Vintage Christian Dior Couture Brocade Metallic Short-Sleeved Top
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Be the talk of the town in this Vintage Christian Dior Couture Brocade Metallic Short-Sleeved Top!
Haute Couture Christian Dior Vintage Black Velvet Lace 1970s dress
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible 1973 Automne-Hiver Christian Dior Haute couture by Marc Bohan black velvet drop waist dress. Sheer sleeve lace with velvet flower petal applique. Perfect Cocktail Party...
1960s Christian Dior Demi Couture Ivory Organza Dress & Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Sensational ivory silk organza dress and sleeveless jacket set with sculptural 3D organza roses around the hems. This vintage 1960s piece by Christian Dior is couture made and would ...
1970s Christian Dior Couture Pink Polka Dot Halter Neck Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
1970s Christian Dior pink and white polka dot maxi dress. This is a rare example of a labelled Christian Dior Patron label which indicated that the dress was a bespoke order which c...
1970 Christian Dior Demi-Couture Red Silk Maxi Dress & Cape Ensemble No. 40008
By Christian Dior
Located in Studio City, CA
1970 Christian Dior haute couture red silk maxi dress and cape ensemble.
CHRISTIAN DIOR S/S 1977 Couture Marc Bohan Cream Navy "77" Print Blazer Jacket
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Christian Dior Haute Couture designed by Marc Bohn Spring/Summer 1977 cream and navy blue "77" print blazer.
Vintage Christian Dior Haute Couture 1971 Silk Taffeta Dress No155429 Documented
By Christian Dior
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A long-lasting icon of Haute Couture, Christian Dior designed from 1947 until his death in 1957.
Rare 1950s Christian Dior Haute Couture ' New Look ' Vintage Black Silk Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 50s CHRISTIAN DIOR Haute Couture numbered "New Look" black silk shantung dress! Features a well tailored fitted bodice, with an incredible full skirt. Full metal zippe...
Christian Dior Couture 1950s Vintage Silk Chiffon French Lace Black Bell Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
A true masterpiece! This vintage Christian Dior dress is the perfect black dress! Intricate chiffon French lace throughout, with pretty ladylike scalloped edges. Flattering Bell/A-Li...
1960's Christian Dior Brown Haute Couture Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This exquisite vintage dress was crafted in France from green silk, the beautiful structure features a round neck, an invisible back zip fastening, a sleeveless design, a slim fit, a...
1960s Christian Dior Demi Couture Ivory Organza Dress & Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Sensational ivory silk organza dress and sleeveless jacket set with sculptural 3D organza roses around the hems. This vintage 1960s piece by Christian Dior is couture made and would...
1970s Christian Dior Boutique Couture Label Black Silk Chiffon Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1970s Christian Dior black silk chiffon dress with balloon sleeves and ruffled neckline. The skirt and bodice of the dress have a double layer of chiffon while the sleeves a...
Haute Couture 1959 Yves Saint Laurent for Christian Dior Vintage Coat Dress
By Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sparks, NV
Documented 1959 spring/ summer haute couture coat dress by Yves Saint Laurent for Christian Dior. In 1959, Dior made it past the iron curtain and managed to do a fashion show in Mosc...
Vintage 1970s Christian Dior Haute Couture Linen vest set with silk blouse pcs
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Christian Dior Haute Couture Linen vest ensemble twith silk blouse. Linen Vest linen mix with raffia trim and button. This is 2 piece set. size: 6/8 Vest : Bust 38"/ Wa...
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1950’s Christian Dior Couture Black Velvet Bolero Stole - Short Shrug Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
1950’s Christian Dior Couture Black Velvet Bolero Stole - Short Shrug Jacket An instantly recognisable Vintage Christian Dior Couture Bolero crafted in black Velvet featuring a timel...
1950s Christian Dior Demi Couture Gold Silk Dress With Detachable Shawl
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This arresting Christian Dior new York 1950s silk evening dress showcases some incredibly skillful construction and exudes timeless glamour. The fabric is luxurious textured silk in ...
1970s Christian Dior Demi Couture Red Silk Chiffon Dress
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in London, GB
This sensational demi couture 1970s red silk chiffon evening gown is by iconic brand Christian Dior when celebrated designer Marc Bohan was at the helm.
1960s Documented Marc Bohan for Christian Dior Numbered Couture Check Skirt Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Size estimate: S/M Measurements: Jacket: Shoulders: 16 inches Sleeves: 22 inches Bust: 39 inches Waist: 36 inches Length: 22.5 inches Skirt: Waist: 26 inches Hips: 36 inches Length...
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Size: Small - Medium
Vintage Christian Dior Couture Red + Navy Blue Striped Nautical Blazer Jacket
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Couture / Numbered blazer jacket!
CHRISTIAN DIOR A/W 1972 Marc Bohan 2 Pc Black Orange Polkadot Blouse Skirt Set
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Christian Dior Haute Couture designed by Marc Bohn Autumn/Winter 1972 black and orange stylized polka dot print blouse and skirt set.
1950s GALANOS Magenta Red Silk Cocktail Dress
By James Galanos
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Dress remind me of Vintage 1950s Dior Couture - The New look! This dress comes with crinolin.
Christian Dior Vintage Haute Couture Silk Satin Corset Sculpted Gown
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in London, GB
Custom made Haute Couture Christian Dior Vintage gown. Inbuilt corset.
DIOR Couture Vintage Sequins Jumpsuit Sz 10
By Christian Dior
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Fabulous 1970's Vintage Numbered Couture Sequins Jumpsuit from CHRISTIAN DIOR The label is numbered like a couture piece.
Christian Dior Vintage Haute Couture Silk Embellished Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior pink silk gown featuring two layers of silk. A silk slip illussion with silk chiffon layered on top. Embellished halter-neck straps. 100% Silk. Size: Small (UK 6/8, U...
Vintage 1977 Christian Dior Haute Couture Beaded Sequin Peach Silk Capelet Dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The House of Dior has been an enduring icon of haute couture. When the talented Marc Bohan took over as head designer in 1960, he continued the Dior tradition of elegant design. This...
Vintage 1962 Christian Dior Haute Couture Pink Textured Silk Dress & Bow Jacket
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking museum-quality Christian Dior Haute Couture two piece ensemble dating back to their Fall-Winter 1962 collection. While the House of Dior is still a thriving business tod...
Vintage 1967 Christian Dior Haute Couture Bubblegum Pink Silk One-Shoulder Gown
By Christian Dior Haute Couture, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
We are pleased to offer this iconic gown from the Christian Dior collection of 1967. The House of Dior has been an enduring icon of Haute-Couture. While the House of Dior is still a...
Vintage 1970 Christian Dior Haute Couture Ombre Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Dress Set
By Christian Dior Haute Couture, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The House of Dior has been an enduring icon of Haute-Couture. While the House of Dior is still a thriving business today, Dior's untimely death in 1957 left the fashion world without...
Christian Dior Couture Caftan 1976
By Christian Dior
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine numbered and rare vintage Christian Dior caftan gown. Authentic vivid orange silk chiffon item features all-over metallic gold woven dots with full balloon sleeves and pleated...
Vintage 2003 Christian Dior by Galliano Haute Couture Beaded Lace Bias-Cut Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking and highly desirable Christian Dior haute couture beaded lace bias-cut trained wedding gown with matching cropped bolero jacket. This incredibly rare numbered Christia...
Vintage 1956 Christian Dior Haute Couture Documented Black Silk 'New Look' Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A highly coveted and truly breathtaking museum-quality Christian Dior haute couture 'Chez' titled new look dress dating back to his spring-summer 1956 collection. While the House of ...
Dior haute couture green dress, Autumn/Winter 1959
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Constructed in dark green silk Featuring an overscale bow to the hip Zip fastening to the side Unlabelled but carrying the William Vintage guarantee of Dior the dress is in excel...
Dior haute couture red dress, Autumn/Winter 1979
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Constructed in red silk satin Fabric matched buttons fastening to the rear and zip to the side Unlabelled but carrying the William Vintage guarantee of Dior Excellent condition wi...
Dior Haute couture purple dress, Autumn/Winter 1969
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Constructed in purple velvet Featuring metallic applique and beadwork Zip fastening to the rear Excellent condition with the original haute couture label, lining and fastenings P...
Christian Dior Haute Couture 3 Piece Skirt Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
VINTAGE GRACE NY Christian Dior Haute Couture 3 Piece Gold Skirt Suit.
Dior haute couture brown cape, Autumn/Winter 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Constructed in maroon brown wool Featuring an exaggerated collar Single button fastening on the neckline Excellent condition with the original label and fastening Professionally ...
A Vintage Christian Dior Skirt & Blouse Silk Demi-Couture Ensemble
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A fabulous 1980s Christian Dior jacquard woven silk ensemble consisting of a pleated skirt and blouse. The blouse has a front button closure, asymmetrical turn-up cuffs, and an exagg...
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Vintage Christian Dior Haute Couture Dress Numbered in Navy Blue Silk Chiffon XS
By Christian Dior
Located in Portland, OR
This is an exquisite vintage 2 piece 100% silk chiffon navy blue haute couture evening dress from Christian Dior Paris.
Vintage 1970's Christian Dior Haute Couture Black & Red Cape Cloak Wrap
By Christian Dior
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1970's Christian Dior haute couture Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- no holes or stains. FABRIC: Wool COUNTRY MADE: France SIZE: On...
Vintage 1969 Christian Dior Haute Couture Purple Houndstooth Silk Belted Dress
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This gorgeous Christian Dior haute couture dress reads so fresh, it's hard to believe she is over fifty years old. When the talented Marc Bohan took over as head designer for Christi...
Vintage 1973 Christian Dior Haute Couture Brown Strapless Blouse & Palazzo Pants
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Christian Dior Haute Couture chocolate brown ensemble dating back to their 1972-73 Fall Winter collection. When the talented Marc Bohan took over as head designer in 1960,...
Dior Haute couture black silk dress, Autumn/Winter 1948
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A rare find, this exact dress is seen here being modelled in the Dior atelier in 1948. Constructed from black silk taffeta and velvet Featuring beaded embellishment to the velvet...
1960s CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE Mini Coat Dress
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine & rare vintage Christian Dior mini coat dress. Authentic 1960s Marc Bohan design for I.
Dior Haute couture pink silk coat, Spring/Summer 1963
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This magnificent haute couture coat from the Dior Spring/Summer 1963 collection is beautifully cut and shaped in the front to hide two large pockets, giving it an extremely contempor...
Dolce & Gabbana Flower Applique Pants and Fringe Trim Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black pant and top/vest set from Dolce & Gabbana covered in silk flowers of different varieties and colors. The V neck top is midriff length with 2 feet of fine silk fring...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Vintage Bustier Metallic Bodycon Midi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Vintage Bustier Metallic Bodycon Midi Dress IT 42 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @OPULENTADDICT
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Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
By Narciso Rodriguez
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Narciso Rodriguez 2018 Original Price $2,995 Special Capsule Collection for Barneys NY The most adorable softest baby pink color bordering on peach Pullover Lined 100% silk IT40 fits...
CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress
By Carmen Marc Valvo
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Carmen Marc Valvo Vintage 1990's Silver / Grey / Icy cool toned Delicate floral beaded pattern Looks like liquid silk, but it's not silk Sexy square neckline Size USA 12 - easily tai...
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 1998 Runway Floral Appliqué Sheer Mesh Coat Evening Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 1998 Runway Floral Appliqué Standing Collar Sheer Mesh Coat Evening Dress Size: IT 44, can fit from approximately IT 40 to IT 46 due to the high stretch material...
1987 Chanel Spring Summer Black and White Wool Jacket with Herringbone Trim
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel 1987 Spring/Summer RTW collection wool jacket by Karl Lagerfeld. All the bells and whistles you want in a vintage Chanel classic piece; black wool boucle, graphic black and wh...
$657Sale Price|20% Off
L 29.14 in
Thierry Mugler Vintage Women's Red Asymmetric Jacket, 1990s, Excellent
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Capri, IT
Thierry Mugler Red Jacket silver tone zip and closure asymmetric style total lenght 74 cm shoulder to hem 37 cm
Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in San Diego, CA
WOW! This vintage Mr. Blackwell Custom dress is OUT OF THIS WORLD! This is quite possible the best Mr. Blackwell piece I have ever seen! Dating from the late 1950s/ early 1960s, this...
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Size: 40
Alexander McQueen 1990s Vintage Fucsia Viscose Adjustable Flared Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Capri, IT
Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose
Elegant French Art Deco Sequin Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless French Sequin Art Deco Gown sewn on cotton tulle. Nude iridescent gelatin sequins cover the entire gown completely. There are sequined Art Deco diamond motifs ab...
White openwork knit evening (or wedding) dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White openwork rayon knit evening (or wedding) dress . Invisible zip closure on the left side Middle front lenght : 170cm Side lenght : 185cm
Halston 1970s Black Silk Bias Iconic Bishop Sleeve Vintage Evening Gown Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic beautiful 1970s vintage Halston black bias cut gown ! Features an asymmetrical neckline in the front and bac. Simply slips over the head. Buttons at each bishop sleeve cuff. T...
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Yves Saint Laurent YSL Variation Vintage Fuchsia Tunic Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gorgeous unworn fuchsia tunic dress. Short sleeves. Large buttons. 2 front pockets. Unlined. Label reads Yves Saint Laurent Variation Made in France. Si...
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.
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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement.
For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures.
Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond.
And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship.
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