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Christian Dior

French, 1905-1957

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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Designer: Christian Dior
Christian Dior Early 2000’s Vintage Black Leather High Heel Slide - Size 39
By Christian Dior
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Early 2000s Italian Christian Dior

Christian Dior Vintage Black Leather Pump with Silver Dior Buckle-Size 37.5
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Early 2000s Italian Christian Dior

Christian Dior Runway Fall 2015 Red Multi Layer Silk Shift Dress - US Size 8
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior Runway Fall 2015 Red Multi Layer Silk Shift Dress - US Size 8 This spectacular Dior creation is made of 4 layers of silk organza in two different colors (1st two are a light blush color with the next 2 being a bright red silk organza) with the outside fabric having a wool tweed looking Red and Blue side striped pattern horizontal inserted panels in a wavy geometric shape and with a red fringe detail. The dress has a 14” side zipper with a hook and eye closure under the armhole and a 16” slit on the left front side of the dress. The sleeveless shift dress was look 32 on the runway for the Fall 2015 Christian Dior fashion show...
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2010s French Christian Dior

Christian Dior Black Floral Print Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Dress - Size 36
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior Black Floral Print Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Dress - Size 36 This transparent silk chiffon floral print dress has a black silk slip with spaghetti straps, some stretch...
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2010s French Christian Dior

Christian Dior Black and Gold Mini Polka Dot Sheer Mesh Top - Size Small
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior Black and Gold Mini Polka Dot Sheer Mesh Top - Size Small. This “in style” sheer piece was made with a separate black silk camisole that has a 12” side zip and is 21.5...
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2010s Italian Christian Dior

Christian Dior Red Printed Silk Chiffon One Shoulder Dress - Size 44
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This fabulous Christian Dior cocktail dress is red with a floral-esque print on it. The dress is made of silk chiffon with a pleated skirt and ruched along the bust and single strap....
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Early 2000s French Christian Dior

Christian Dior Black Velvet Bodysuit - Size 42 - Circa 1970's
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior Black Velvet Bodysuit - 42 - Circa 70's The blast from the past Dior Black velvet bodysuit has a high turtleneck collar with a lace de...
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1970s French Christian Dior

CHRISTIAN DIOR Nude Fabric Small Lady Dior Handbag
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
CHRISTIAN DIOR Nude Fabric Small Lady Dior Handbag. This adorable Christian Dior Lady Dior handbag is in good condition. The item does show some sign of use with some fading of the leather and aging that consists of a sticky feeling throughout the bag. It is a small Lady Dior bag...
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2010s French Christian Dior

Christian Dior Beige Cork Wedges with Ankle Straps - 42
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These Christian Dior cork wedges have beige straps. One of the straps have a snakeskin texture. The wedge is made to have a cork appearance. These wedges are in good condition with s...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Christian Dior

Christian Dior Vintage Burgundy Leather Clutch with Bow - circa 1990's
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior Vintage Burgundy Leather Clutch with Bow - circa 1990's. This bag is in fair good vintage condition with some scratches in the front and back of the bag. The piece has...
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1990s French Christian Dior

Christian Dior Bronze Leather Sandal -Size 38
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior Bronze Leather Sandal -Size 38 3” high heel .25” thin strap across toe box with T strap 2” wide top band connected by the T strap Silver C on right shoe and D on th...
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2010s Italian Christian Dior

Christian Dior Black Lace Camisole Top - French 40
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Christian Dior camisole is black with a v-neck. It has layers and a stretch lace like texture. This camisole is new with tags. French 40, US 8 Measurements Bust: 30" - 32" Wai...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Christian Dior

DIOR Gold & White aviator sunglasses w/ white legs & pink detail
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
DIOR Gold & White aviator sunglasses w/ white legs & pink detail. These amazing Christian Dior sunglasses are in good condition. The legs are ...
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2010s Italian Christian Dior

Christian Dior Black Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These Christian Dior sunglasses are black with rectangle lenses. They are in excellent condition and come with the box. Measurements Length: 6" (both lenses) Leg Length: 5.25" Lens...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Christian Dior

Christian Dior 1970's Vintage Olive Square Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior 1970's Vintage Olive Square Sunglasses. These sunglasses are in excellent vintage condition and have light brown lenses. The only ar...
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1970s French Christian Dior

Christian Dior Creme Braided Leather Woodstack Heel - 38.5
By Christian Dior
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior Creme Braided Leather Woodstack Heel - 38.5. These heels are in good condition with wear on the bottom and slight marks seen on the bottom of image 3 and image 6. Thos...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Christian Dior

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Christian Dior fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Christian Dior fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of red, pink, blue and other tones. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Yves Saint Laurent, Thierry Mugler, and Jeanne Lanvin appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Christian Dior fashion from top boutiques around the world. Christian Dior fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $50 and tops out at $245,500, while the average work can sell for $1,121.
Questions About Christian Dior
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Dior shoes tend to run narrow. It is often recommended to purchase a size up, especially if you don’t have narrow feet to begin with. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary Christian Dior shoes from a variety of top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to best clean Dior sneakers varies based on the material. Using a cleaning product designed for whatever your sneakers are made of can help you avoid damaging leather or suede. Generally, you can wipe surface dirt off all Dior sneakers with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Dior sneakers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To attach a branded canvas strap to a Dior saddle bag, use the spring-mounted lobster clasps located at each end. Simply pull back on the finger knob to open the fastener and slip the clasp onto one of the metal rings located on the top of the bag. Let go to close the fastener. Repeat on the other side, and you're ready to carry your bag with your new strap. Find a collection of Dior saddle bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Hallmarks can help you authenticate Dior jewelry. Typically, Dior stamps its hallmarks on the fasteners of their jewelry. Pieces made in the 1950s often include the names of the designers Kramer or Mitchel Maer. Pieces from this period may also say "Dior West Germany" or "Made in Germany for Christian Dior." During the 1960s and 70s, the hallmark became "Chr.Dior." Since the 1980s, the brand's hallmark reads "Christian Dior" along with a copyright symbol and the manufacturing year. You may also find "Made in France" on modern hallmarks. Shop a large selection of expertly vetted Dior jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are several signs to look for to tell whether your Dior bag is authentic or fake. Check the handles to make sure they’re sturdy and don’t bend. The leather used for inner implements should be an exact match to the leather used on the outside of the bag. Check for any signs of sloppy workmanship in the stitching, hardware or in the shape of the bag. Authentic Dior bags will always retain their shape, even if they’re vintage. Date code tags should be rectangular with rounded edges. Keep in mind that Dior stopped making their handbags in France in 1990, so a newer bag with a “Made in France” stamp is another warning sign. While Christian Dior has inspired knockoffs, 1stDibs partners with only top-vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tie a scarf on a Lady Dior bag, knot one end on one side of the arched handle. Position the short end of the scarf so that it faces straight down. Then, carefully wrap the long end of the scarf around the handle, working from one side to the other. Stop occasionally to reposition the short end to keep the tip facing downward. Once the scarf completely covers the handle, knot the other end. Shop a large selection of Lady Dior bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can check a few features to know if Dior sunglasses are likely real. All Dior sunglasses show a brand name stamp along the inner temple. The stamp should be in the correct font and may say "Dior" or "Christian Dior." On newer styles, a serial number or style number appears beside the brand name. Length of the numbers varies, but the printing will always consist of a mix of capital letters and numbers. Newer eyewear designs also display the model number, frame size and temple length on the inner temple tip. Shop a large selection of expertly vetted Dior sunglasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The last four digits on a Dior date stamp indicate the month and year. The first and third digits represent the months, while the second and fourth digits represent the year. For example, if your date code ends with 1109, then that would mean the time of manufacture was October 2019. This is the same code system used by Louis Vuitton.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can wear a Dior scarf many ways, and how you choose to style it is largely a matter of personal preference. Try folding the scarf into a triangle and tying it in a single knot, or knot it into a symmetrical bow at your throat and allow the ends to hang loosely. Dior scarves also work well as bag accessories, headbands and kerchiefs. You’ll find a large selection of Dior scarves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can wear a Dior Mitzah in many ways. Wrap the long, narrow strip of fabric around your neck and tie it in a bow like a scarf, or coil it around the handles of your Dior handbag. The dimensions of the scarf also allow it to function as a headband or a wrist wrap. Shop a large selection of Dior scarves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The last four digits on a Lady Dior date code indicate the month and year. The first and third digits represent the month, while the second and fourth digits represent the year. For example, if your date code ends with 1128, that would mean the time of manufacture was December 2018. This is the same code system used by Louis Vuitton.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can wear a versatile Dior belt bag many different ways. The most traditional position is around your waist. If you wish, you can pull the belt through loops on your jeans, pants or skirts. Another option is to sling the belt lower so that the bag hangs just below your hips. Shop a range of Dior belt bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    After seven years as an art dealer, Christian Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for French fashion designer Robert Piguet. In 1941, following a year of military service, Dior joined the fashion house of Lucien Lelong. Five years later, he was able to open a fashion house of his own at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris. At 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern Christian Dior clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Christian Dior and Dior are the same. The former refers to the founding designer of his namesake fashion house, Dior.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Dior is a publicly traded company. Its full name is Christian Dior SE. The stock trades on the Euronext 100 market under the initials "CDI." The largest shareholder and primary owner of the company is the French corporation LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. You’ll find a large selection of Dior on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, the Dior saddle bag is generally not considered a classic bag. It debuted in 1999 in the Spring/Summer 2000 collection designed by John Galliano. Because of its introduction year, the saddle bag isn't a vintage style and is usually thought of as a modern design. Shop a range of Dior saddle bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, some Dior sunglasses are polarized. Designs vary from year to year, but generally at least a few in every season's collection feature polarized lenses. The Dior EverDior aviator sunglasses are one example of a signature style that often offers polarized lenses as an option. You’ll find a large selection of Dior sunglasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dior Oblique shoes tend to fit true to size. Check the brand’s website for exact shoe measurements to ensure a proper fit. Shop a wide variety of Dior Oblique collections from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, Dior shoes usually are not true to size, although sizing differences vary by shoe style. Depending on which shoe you buy, you may need to purchase one-half to one full size up from what you normally wear. Dior’s website offers an official size chart to help you select the right size. Explore a large selection of Dior shoes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A new pair of Dior eyeglasses are available from Dior directly as well as through multiple retailers. For physical store locations, consult the brand’s website. Shop a collection of vintage Christian Dior eyeglasses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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