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Christian Dior Brooches

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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Creator: Christian Dior
Christian Dior 1966 Vintage Unisex Green Cabochon Oval Rectangle Elegant Brooch
Christian Dior 1966 Vintage Unisex Green Cabochon Oval Rectangle Elegant Brooch

Christian Dior 1966 Vintage Unisex Green Cabochon Oval Rectangle Elegant Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1966 Vintage Unisex 4 Four Dark Green Emerald Oval Rectangle Cabochon Elegant Monderist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely ...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior by Galliano S/S 2002 Oversized Enamel Butterfly Brooch
Christian Dior by Galliano S/S 2002 Oversized Enamel Butterfly Brooch

Christian Dior by Galliano S/S 2002 Oversized Enamel Butterfly Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful enameled butterfly brooch from Christian Dior Boutique, circa Spring 2002. Rare and collectible. Christian Dior was famously at the helm of the fabulous John Galliano at th...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Christian Dior Brooches

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Base Metal, Enamel

1980s Christian Dior Vintage D Logo Crystal Brooch
1980s Christian Dior Vintage D Logo Crystal Brooch

1980s Christian Dior Vintage D Logo Crystal Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

The Quintessential 80s Dior Statement Embrace the opulence of the 1980s with this authentic Christian Dior brooch. This piece features a beautifully fluid, stylized "D" silhouette—a...

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1980s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Crystal

1980s Christian Dior Giant Celestial Sun Moon and Stars Brooch
1980s Christian Dior Giant Celestial Sun Moon and Stars Brooch

1980s Christian Dior Giant Celestial Sun Moon and Stars Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This striking Christian Dior brooch was designed by the world-renowned fashion house circa mid 1980s. It was almost certainly manufactured by Henkel & Grosse who have a long asso...

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1980s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Domed Brooch, 1965
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Domed Brooch, 1965

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Domed Brooch, 1965

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver-tone domed brooch embellished with clear and red crystals. Embossed CHR. DIOR 1965 Germany. Indicative measurements : max. width approx. 4.5 cm (1.77 ...

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20th Century German Christian Dior Brooches

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold-Tone Ladybug Pin Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold-Tone Ladybug Pin Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold-Tone Ladybug Pin Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold-tone ladybug pin brooch. Embossed CHR. DIOR Germany. Indicative measurements : max. length approx. 2.6 cm (1.02 inches) / max. width approx. 2.7 cm (1.0...

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20th Century French Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Gold Textured Flame Wing Eye Rope Modernist Brooch
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Gold Textured Flame Wing Eye Rope Modernist Brooch

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Gold Textured Flame Wing Eye Rope Modernist Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Unisex Textured Flame Wing Eye Rope Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Good condition. Light scratches or colour loss. 100% Genuine. A unique piece. This gol...

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1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Gold Vivid 3D Blossom Flourish Layers Brooch
Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Gold Vivid 3D Blossom Flourish Layers Brooch

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Gold Vivid 3D Blossom Flourish Layers Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Unisex Large Textured Vivid 3D Rose Blossom Flourish Layer Flower Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Christian Dior Lapis Stylised Flower Brooch 1967
Vintage Christian Dior Lapis Stylised Flower Brooch 1967

Vintage Christian Dior Lapis Stylised Flower Brooch 1967

By Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Discover timeless elegance with this exquisite Vintage Dior Lapis Flower Brooch from 1967. A true treasure from the flower power era, this rare Dior brooch...

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1960s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior Vintage 1972 Gold Vivid Textured Rose Curled Leaf Flower Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1972 Gold Vivid Textured Rose Curled Leaf Flower Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1972 Gold Vivid Textured Rose Curled Leaf Flower Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1972 3D Unisex Vivid Textured Blossom Flourish Rose Curled Leaf Flower Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Maybe light scratches, ba...

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1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Pearl Crescent Brooch 1970s
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Pearl Crescent Brooch 1970s

Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Pearl Crescent Brooch 1970s

By Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Delight in the elegance of this vintage Dior crystal pearl brooch from the 1970s—a timeless statement of classic Dior refinement. Featuring shimmering marquise-cut white crystals, artfully hand-set with claw settings, the design frames a perfect row of lustrous faux pearls. The brilliance of diamond-like crystals paired with pearl softness creates a sophisticated contrast, making this brooch the ideal finishing touch for any look. Crafted with Dior’s signature attention to detail, it’s a charming piece of vintage heritage that adds a graceful swoosh of style. Available exclusively at Jennifer Gibson Jewellery. With pieces from her personal archive showcased at the Victoria & Albert Museum's acclaimed Dior: Designer of Dreams exhibition, Jennifer Gibson is recognised as a leading expert in vintage Dior jewellery...

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1970s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior Charm Brooch, Galliano
Christian Dior Charm Brooch, Galliano

Christian Dior Charm Brooch, Galliano

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Christian Dior Charm Brooch from the 1990's by Galliano. Gold toned safety pin design with 3 dangling House charms of Dior perfume, Dior Bee and a Dior Bag. 1990's France. 2.5" x 3" ...

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1990s French Artisan Christian Dior Brooches

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Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Flower Vivid 3D Rose Blossom Flourish Brooch
Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Flower Vivid 3D Rose Blossom Flourish Brooch

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Flower Vivid 3D Rose Blossom Flourish Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Vivid 3D Rose Blossom Flourish Flower Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 1...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Christian Dior Lattice Droplet Brooch 1961
Vintage Christian Dior Lattice Droplet Brooch 1961

Vintage Christian Dior Lattice Droplet Brooch 1961

By Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A rare and exquisite Vintage Dior Lattice Droplet Brooch from 1961, capturing the timeless elegance of one of fashion’s most iconic houses. Expertly crafted in gold-plated metal, this couture brooch features a domed lattice body and droplet, meticulously claw-set with over fifty sparkling glass crystal stones. The intricate design and exceptional attention to detail highlight Dior’s craftsmanship at its finest. Remarkably, this brooch is dated with the year and collection it was created for - making it a true collector’s piece and a shining example of vintage Christian Dior style. With pieces from her personal archive showcased at the Victoria & Albert Museum's acclaimed Dior: Designer of Dreams exhibition, Jennifer Gibson is recognised as a leading expert in vintage Dior jewellery...

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1960s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large 3D Textured Vivid Floral Rose Blossom Brooch
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large 3D Textured Vivid Floral Rose Blossom Brooch

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large 3D Textured Vivid Floral Rose Blossom Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Iconic Large 3D Textured Vivid Floral Rose Blossom Flourish Flower Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Very rare to find. Light scratches or ...

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1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Iconic Jewelled Bee Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Iconic Jewelled Bee Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Iconic Jewelled Bee Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique vintage iconic gold tone bee brooch embellished with clear crystals. Marked CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique. Indicative measurements : length approx. 3.6 cm (1.42 i...

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20th Century French Christian Dior Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Gold Flower 3D Blossom Rose Flourish Brooch
Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Gold Flower 3D Blossom Rose Flourish Brooch

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Gold Flower 3D Blossom Rose Flourish Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large 3D Vivid Blossom Rose Flourish Flower Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Rare to find. Maybe ight scratches or colour loss, barely noti...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Leaf Textured Vivid Long Wavy Reed Feather Brooch
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Leaf Textured Vivid Long Wavy Reed Feather Brooch

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Leaf Textured Vivid Long Wavy Reed Feather Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Unisex Textured Vivid Long Leaf Wavy Reed Feather Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. A unique piece. This gol...

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1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1969 Vintage Large Rose Blossom Flower Flourish Vivid 3D Brooch
Christian Dior 1969 Vintage Large Rose Blossom Flower Flourish Vivid 3D Brooch

Christian Dior 1969 Vintage Large Rose Blossom Flower Flourish Vivid 3D Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1969 Vintage 3D Large Textured Vivid Flourish Blossom Flower Rose Elegant Modenrist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Rare to find. Light scratches or colour lo...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1966 Sapphire Crystals Blue Oval Peacock Eye Domed Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1966 Sapphire Crystals Blue Oval Peacock Eye Domed Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1966 Sapphire Crystals Blue Oval Peacock Eye Domed Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1966 Unisex Sapphire Navy Blue Oval Shining Clear Crystals Marquise Double Domed Peacock Eye Elegant Modernist Brooch, Silver Plated Very excellent condition....

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Silver Green Emerald Crystals Layers Domed Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Silver Green Emerald Crystals Layers Domed Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Silver Green Emerald Crystals Layers Domed Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Emerald Green Crystals Circle Square 4 Layers Domed Brooch Peacock Eye Elegant Brooch, Silver Plated Very excellent condition. Not any stones lost. Very ...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Large Openwork Marquise Circle Crystals Drop Gold Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage Large Openwork Marquise Circle Crystals Drop Gold Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage Large Openwork Marquise Circle Crystals Drop Gold Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1950s Large Openwork Marquise Circle Crystals Drop Chunky Exquisite Elegant Brooch, Gold Plated Good condition. Some scratches or colour loss, since dating to...

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1950s German Art Deco Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Gold Crystals Feather Vivid Leaf Openwork Brooch
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Gold Crystals Feather Vivid Leaf Openwork Brooch

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Gold Crystals Feather Vivid Leaf Openwork Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Unisex Vivid Openwork Feather Leaf Crystals Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Very new. 100% genuine. A unique piece. This...

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1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Massive Ribbon Bow Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage Massive Ribbon Bow Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage Massive Ribbon Bow Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage massive gorgeous gold toned 3-dimensional textured ribbon bow brooch. Marked © CHR. DIOR Germany. Indicative measurements : ...

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20th Century German Christian Dior Brooches

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Gilt Metal

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Silver Tone Insigna Monogram Logo Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Silver Tone Insigna Monogram Logo Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Silver Tone Insigna Monogram Logo Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver tone brooch featuring C DIOR monogram logo embellished with clear crystals. Embossed CHR. DIOR © Germany. Indicative measurements : max. width approx....

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20th Century German Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round Pearl Gold Brooch
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round Pearl Gold Brooch

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round Pearl Gold Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Oval Swirl Openwork Round White Pearl Chunky Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% genuine. A unique piece. This is gold plated stylis...

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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled CD Ladybug Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled CD Ladybug Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled CD Ladybug Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver tone CD logo brooch featuring a ladybug embellished with clear crystals and black cabochons. Embossed DIOR ©. Indicative measurements : width approx. ...

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20th Century French Christian Dior Brooches

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold-Tone Turtle Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold-Tone Turtle Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold-Tone Turtle Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold-tone turtle brooch. Embossed CHR. DIOR Germany. Indicative measurements : max. length approx. 4.7 cm (1.85 inches) / max. width approx. 2.8 cm (1.10 inc...

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20th Century German Christian Dior Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2004 clear crystal rhinestone brooch
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2004 clear crystal rhinestone brooch

Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2004 clear crystal rhinestone brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring Summer 2004 « Marlène Dietrich » collection oversized clear crystal rhinestone insignia brooch. As seen on the runway and on Bella Hadid i...

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Early 2000s Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior Vintage Unisex Gold Knot Bow Ribbon Insignia Statement Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage Unisex Gold Knot Bow Ribbon Insignia Statement Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage Unisex Gold Knot Bow Ribbon Insignia Statement Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Glow Logo Monogram Floppy Bow insignia Ribbon Chunky Statement Modernist Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or ...

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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage bow gold crystal designer runway brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage bow gold crystal designer runway brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage bow gold crystal designer runway brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold tone with crystals • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of ...

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1980s Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Iconic Gold-Tone Bee Brooch with Faux Pearls & Crystals
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Iconic Gold-Tone Bee Brooch with Faux Pearls & Crystals

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Iconic Gold-Tone Bee Brooch with Faux Pearls & Crystals

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage iconic gold-tone bee brooch embellished with faux pearls and clear crystals. This bee brooch echoes the poetic, nature‑inspired universe cherished by Monsieur...

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20th Century French Christian Dior Brooches

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Gilt Metal

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Medieval Inspired Cross Brooch Pendant
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Medieval Inspired Cross Brooch Pendant

CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Medieval Inspired Cross Brooch Pendant

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR by GIANFRANCO FERRE vintage gold-tone medieval inspired cross brooch/pendant embellished with green enamel, faux pearls and marbled raspberry colour glass domed caboch...

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20th Century French Christian Dior Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold crystals designer runway bow brooch w tag
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold crystals designer runway bow brooch w tag

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold crystals designer runway bow brooch w tag

By Christian Dior

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer runway brooch • with original tag MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with m...

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1980s German Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1963 Green Jade Brown Ruby Tear Drop Marquise Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1963 Green Jade Brown Ruby Tear Drop Marquise Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1963 Green Jade Brown Ruby Tear Drop Marquise Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1963 Textured Green Jade Brown Ruby Red Cabochon Marquise Water Tear Drop Patchwork Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour lo...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Huge Turquoise Egyptian Revival Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Huge Turquoise Egyptian Revival Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Huge Turquoise Egyptian Revival Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Huge Massive Egyptian Revival Turquoise Emerald Pink Crystals Chunky Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light glue and scratches at side, ...

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Early 2000s French Art Nouveau Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold plated pearls designer runway brooch w box
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold plated pearls designer runway brooch w box

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold plated pearls designer runway brooch w box

By Christian Dior

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with faux pearls • vintage designer runway brooch • comes with original box MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage co...

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1980s German Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior brooch/penant, signed 1960, turquoise glass stones, faux pearls
Christian Dior brooch/penant, signed 1960, turquoise glass stones, faux pearls

Christian Dior brooch/penant, signed 1960, turquoise glass stones, faux pearls

By Christian Dior

Located in Stuttgart, DE

CHR. DIOR BROOSCH/PENDANT signed 1960 with larg and smaller turquoise stone, handmade pearls and 3 larg pearl drops in excellent condition. Dimensions Length with pearls 9 cm, withou...

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1960s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Crystal, Brass

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed maltese cross gold crystals designer runway brooch
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed maltese cross gold crystals designer runway brooch

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed maltese cross gold crystals designer runway brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • 2.5” by 2” CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal sig...

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1980s German Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Aztec Round Disc Brooch
Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Aztec Round Disc Brooch

Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Aztec Round Disc Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Massive CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Aztec Round Disc Brooch Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR. - Massive Aztec style round brooch. - Silver tone hardware. - Signed Chris...

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1980s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Dior Brooch in Gold-Plated Metal
Dior Brooch in Gold-Plated Metal

Dior Brooch in Gold-Plated Metal

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dior - (Made in Germany) Brooch in gold-plated metal. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 10 cm x 3 cm Seller Reference: BR150

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1970s German Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold plated enamel crystals designer runway brooch
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold plated enamel crystals designer runway brooch

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold plated enamel crystals designer runway brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs o...

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1980s German Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1962 Red Blue Pearls Turquoise Amethyst Crystals Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1962 Red Blue Pearls Turquoise Amethyst Crystals Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1962 Red Blue Pearls Turquoise Amethyst Crystals Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1962 Unisex Turquoise Marble Blue Amethyst Purple Ruby Red Crystals Round White Pearls Square Openwork Domed Elegant Brooch, Silver Plated Very good condition...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Trio Milky White Oval Pearls Gold Long Bar Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Trio Milky White Oval Pearls Gold Long Bar Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Trio Milky White Oval Pearls Gold Long Bar Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Symmetric Trio Three Milky White Oval Pearls Long Bar Elegant Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss at back, ba...

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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Gold Vivid Wavy Leaf Crystals Chunky Brooch
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Gold Vivid Wavy Leaf Crystals Chunky Brooch

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Gold Vivid Wavy Leaf Crystals Chunky Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Large Vivid Wavy Leaf Crystals Statement Chunky Modernist Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, imperfect on the top po...

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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Vintage Christian DIOR Amethyst & Ruby Crystal Sputnik Style Brooch 1963
Vintage Christian DIOR Amethyst & Ruby Crystal Sputnik Style Brooch 1963

Vintage Christian DIOR Amethyst & Ruby Crystal Sputnik Style Brooch 1963

By Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

Introducing a breathtaking vintage Dior amethyst Sputnik brooch from 1963 - an extraordinary piece of modernist design and Dior heritage. Inspired by the space age, this rare brooch features a central amethyst glass cabochon, accented by six elongated glass cabochons, alternating amethyst and ruby glass, each hand-set with impeccable precision. The interplay of jewel-toned colours evokes a sense of Dior's refined opulence, while the machine-age design speaks to the innovation of Dior’s jewellery in the 1960s. A rare, date-stamped collector’s piece and a true style hero, exclusively curated by Jennifer Gibson Jewellery for lovers of iconic vintage fashion. With pieces from her personal archive showcased at the Victoria & Albert Museum's acclaimed Dior: Designer of Dreams exhibition, Jennifer Gibson is recognised as a leading expert in vintage Dior jewellery...

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1960s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex White Enamel Crystals Ribbed Horn Shell Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. Not a...

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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian dior brooch 1990s
Christian dior brooch 1990s

Christian dior brooch 1990s

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - Golden metal pin brooch topped with a glass paste cabochon and an impressive dark-green rhinestone. A Collection circa 1990, under the artistic direction of Gianfranco Ferré. ...

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1990s French Christian Dior Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Amethyst Trio Octagon Rectangle Long Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Amethyst Trio Octagon Rectangle Long Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Amethyst Trio Octagon Rectangle Long Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Trio Amethyst Purple Octagon Rectangle Crystals Long Bar Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable...

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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR CD Logo Art Deco Style Black Enamel Rhinestone Brooch
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR CD Logo Art Deco Style Black Enamel Rhinestone Brooch

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR CD Logo Art Deco Style Black Enamel Rhinestone Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR CD Logo Art Deco Style Black Enamel Rhinestone Brooch FEATURES: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR. - CD Logo in Art Deco style. - Black enamel with rhinestones ...

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1980s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Crystals Flower Clover Gold Pin Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Crystals Flower Clover Gold Pin Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Crystals Flower Clover Gold Pin Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex White Round Pearl Crystals Flower Clover Blossom Elegant Modernist Pin Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable....

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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Gold Emerald Ruby Green Brown Water Drop Brooch
Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Gold Emerald Ruby Green Brown Water Drop Brooch

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Gold Emerald Ruby Green Brown Water Drop Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Jade Green Brown Ruby Red Cabochon Marquise Water Drop Patchwork Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss. Very rare ...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Enameled Swallow Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage Enameled Swallow Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage Enameled Swallow Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver toned enameled swallow brooch embelisshed with a clear crystal eye. Silver tone metal hardware. Marked DIOR ®. Indicati...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Gold Ribbon Knot Bow Openwork Crystals Brooch
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Gold Ribbon Knot Bow Openwork Crystals Brooch

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Gold Ribbon Knot Bow Openwork Crystals Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Large Glow Knot Bow Ribbon Openwork Crystals Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. ...

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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Handbag Pin Brooch – Gold-Tone, CD Logo – 1980s
Christian Dior Vintage Handbag Pin Brooch – Gold-Tone, CD Logo – 1980s

Christian Dior Vintage Handbag Pin Brooch – Gold-Tone, CD Logo – 1980s

By Christian Dior

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Christian Dior Vintage Handbag Pin Brooch – Gold-Tone, CD Monogram – 1980s A charming and rare Christian Dior vintage pin in the shape of a miniature luxury handbag. Crafted in gold...

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1980s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold

Christian Dior Kramer 1950s White Pearls Black Dark Red Leopard Cabochon Brooch
Christian Dior Kramer 1950s White Pearls Black Dark Red Leopard Cabochon Brooch

Christian Dior Kramer 1950s White Pearls Black Dark Red Leopard Cabochon Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Kramer 1950s Vintage Unisex White Pearls Black Dark Red Leopard Cabochon Round Circle Domed Drop Dangle Elegant Chunky Statement Brooch, Gold Plated Very excellent co...

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1950s German Art Deco Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Vintage Christian Dior Fancy Cut Crystal Bee Pin/Brooch 1980s
Vintage Christian Dior Fancy Cut Crystal Bee Pin/Brooch 1980s

Vintage Christian Dior Fancy Cut Crystal Bee Pin/Brooch 1980s

By Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

An adorable Vintage Dior Bee Brooch. Signifying one of Monsieur Dior's original codes of the House within a wonderfully glamourous 1980s design. A perf...

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1980s French Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior 1968 Vintage Turquoise Cabochon Blue White Pearls Flower Brooch
Christian Dior 1968 Vintage Turquoise Cabochon Blue White Pearls Flower Brooch

Christian Dior 1968 Vintage Turquoise Cabochon Blue White Pearls Flower Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior 1968 Vintage large Turquoise Blue Oval Cabochon White Pearls Openwork Flower Dome Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone Good condition. Peel off at faux pearls, barely noticeable...

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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

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Gold Plate

Vintage Dior Gold & Amethyst Crystal Plume Brooch 1980s
Vintage Dior Gold & Amethyst Crystal Plume Brooch 1980s

Vintage Dior Gold & Amethyst Crystal Plume Brooch 1980s

By Christian Dior

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage Dior Amethyst Brooch. Featuring a plume design set with a teardrop amethyst crystal and pave set clear chaton crystals. 5cms. In very good vintage condition. Signed. A supe...

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1980s Vintage Christian Dior Brooches

Christian Dior brooches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Christian Dior brooches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Christian Dior jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Christian Dior crystal brooches, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 135 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. art nouveau and Art Deco are among the most popular styles of Christian Dior brooches available on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider brooches by Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior, Givenchy, and Cartier. Prices for Christian Dior brooches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $161 and tops out at $8,900, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $665.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dior is a luxury French fashion house that celebrates opulence, extravagance and femininity in fashion. It was founded in 1946 by French fashion designer Christian Dior and gained fame for revolutionizing women’s fashion after World War II. Find a collection of authentic Christian Dior clothing, jewelry and other stunning items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior, born in Granville, France in 1905, was one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. His “New Look,” which featured a sensuous silhouette complete with rounded shoulders, a cinched waist and a full skirt, revived extravagance in women’s fashion after the poverty of World War II. Find an opulent collection of Dior pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The current designer for Dior is Maria Grazia Chiuri as of December 2021. She became the first woman to lead creative designs at the brand when she took on the role in 2016. Previous chief designers for Dior include founder Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan and Gianfranco Ferré. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of Dior garments, jewelry and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior was influenced by his years working as an art dealer and fashion illustrator before finally opening a fashion house of his own. He was initially interested in art and architecture. Prior to his work in fashion design, Dior ran an art gallery with a friend, where he showed the work of Max Ernst, Picasso, Joan Miró and others. In 1946, Dior opened his fashion house and strove to deliver bright fashions for a new era, discarding the sexless utilitarian garbs that had been forced upon people during the war. Three very talented women who worked in Dior’s studio — Madame Raymonde Zehnacker, Marguerite Carré and Mitzah Bricard — are also said to have inspired him. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Dior clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To correctly pronounce the first word in Dior Homme, say "dee-OAR." The second word sounds like the word "home" but without the letter H. Dior is the French last name of the brand's founder, Christian Dior. "Homme" is the French word for man. Find a selection of Dior Homme on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The company Christian Dior was originally founded in 1946 at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris, France. From there, Dior strove to deliver fashion for an optimistic post-war future, leading to the great success of his company. Shop a collection of designer Christian Dior pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dior boutiques often have sales at the end of the season on select items. The best way to find out is to ask your nearest location or keep an eye on the inventory. For physical store locations, consult the brand’s website. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Dior clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2024
    Dior bags are made of a variety of materials. Some of the bags created by the acclaimed French luxury house come in fabrics, including cotton canvas, jacquard, satin, blue denim and velvet. Other bags hand-crafted in Dior’s leatherworking ateliers have included those made with grained calfskin, durable bull calf leather and goatskin. Patent lambskin bags are also part of the brand's offerings as well as bags made with wicker, python leather and crocodile leather.

    Some of the best known Dior bags include the Lady Dior, the Saddle and the Book tote.

    You’ll find a large selection of Dior shoulder bags, totes and other handbags for sale on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    No, Dior doesn’t have Black Friday sales. Founded by Christian Dior in 1946, the legendary French couture house is known for its clothing, jewelry, bags and accessories. The brand has established more than 220 boutiques around the world, and the locations of its stores can be found on its official website. Some of Dior’s new offerings may only be available on its website, while other items may be exclusive to its boutiques.

    And you don’t need to book an appointment to visit a Dior boutique.

    Find vintage Dior dresses and gowns, shoulder bags and other items for sale 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    As of 2021, Dior eyewear is manufactured by Thélios, an Italian company owned by Dior’s parent company LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton. The change happened after the 23-year long license deal with the eyewear company Safilo expired in 2020. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Dior eyewear from some of the world’s top sellers 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The location of manufacture for Dior products varies depending on the product. For example, Dior’s leather goods are made in Italy, their timepieces are crafted in Switzerland, and jeans are produced in Japan. For information on specific products, consult the brand’s website. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary Dior clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 19, 2024
    Yes, Christian Dior and Dior are the same. The French couturier Christian Dior founded his eponymous house in 1946. The brand is commonly known as simply Dior.

    After seven years as an art dealer in Paris, the Granville-born 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.

    Dior's New Look — the silhouette introduced by the couturier with his first namesake collection in 1947 — featured gowns characterized by soft, rounded shoulders; a prominent bust; waspish waistlines; and long, voluminous skirts. Dior’s work definitively declared that opulence was in, and his return to a “pretty,” highly feminized style was a direct reaction to years of wartime austerity. 

    Find 1950s Dior dresses, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Christian Dior is so famous because he helped to set women's fashion trends of the 1940s and 50s. His designs marked a departure from the simpler looks popular during World War II, with feminine details like longer hemlines, fuller skirts and cinched waists. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Christian Dior apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Christian Dior is famous for his eponymous fashion house. Dior's style is characterized by its elegant, yet conservative pieces, a range of which can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    When Christian Dior died, Yves Saint Laurent took over the French fashion house in accordance with Dior's wishes. Saint Laurent had joined Christian Dior's atelier two years earlier, at the age of 19. He remained the creative director until 1960, following his conscription into the French military and a prolonged illness. In 1962, Saint Laurent established his own eponymous fashion house in Paris. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Christian Dior apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior used natural fabrics in his designs. The most common ones were cotton, silk and wool. Most of the fabrics came from Europe. You'll find a variety of vintage Christian Dior apparel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior apparel and accessories are made in a number of locations. Shoes and ready-to-wear apparel come from factories in France and Italy, while workshops in Switzerland manufacture watches. Parisian ateliers produce all of the French luxury fashion house's jewelry. Sunglasses and scarves originate from Italian artisans. Shop a selection of Christian Dior apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 19, 2024
    The fabrics Christian Dior used included cotton, wool and silk. And, in the late 1940s, in an era of rationing materials and wartime austerity, the legendary couturier’s New Look collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in.

    Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection, christened “The New Look” by the fashion press in 1947 owing to its novelty, is characterized by soft, rounded shoulders; a prominent bust; waspish waistlines; and long, voluminous skirts. His return to a “pretty,” highly feminized style was a reaction to the miserable years of war, and this cinched-waist, ladylike ideal quickly became the predominant silhouette of the 1950s.

    Dior’s 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. Buyers paid to attend his official fashion shows, and his models demurely strolled through a salon in the maison, its interiors bedecked with moldings, sconces and gilt-edged mirrors.

    Dior introduced lavish hourglass ball gowns and evening dresses while his Bar Suit comprised an ivory silk-shantung jacket with soft shoulders, nipped waist and padded hips over a voluminous black wool skirt. Rather than rationing, Dior’s ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred.

    Find 1950s Dior dresses and other vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some Christian Dior products are made in Germany. The German designers, Henkel and Grossé, were active in the 1950s and onwards. Their designs can be recognized by a “Made in Germany” stamp. Shop a collection of vintage and new Christian Dior bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, Christian Dior makes jewelry. The French luxury fashion house offers many fine jewelry pieces, including earrings, necklaces, bracelets and wedding and engagement rings. In addition, Dior has a line of more economically priced fashion jewelry. Shop a range of Christian Dior jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, Christian Dior shirts generally do not run small. Most people find that they are true to size. However, some shirts feature a more fitted modern cut. For a looser fit, you may wish to buy one size up. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Christian Dior apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To tell if a Christian Dior bag is vintage, check for a date code inside. Normally, it appears on a stitched leather tag in the lining. If the date is more than 20 years old, the bag is vintage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Dior handbags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior is known for designing a dress style called the New Look in 1947. It had soft rounded shoulders, a fitted waist and a full A-line skirt. It was a dramatic departure from the simpler frocks worn by women during World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Christian Dior apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, authentic Christian Dior scarves are not made in China. Authentic Christian Dior scarves are crafted in Italy and made of premium silk, cashmere and wool. You’ll find a large range of scarf styles, including authentic Christian Dior, from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not Christian Dior jewelry is real gold depends on the type in question. Dior often uses genuine 18-karat gold for its fine jewelry pieces. Fashion jewelry is usually not real gold. Instead, the brand applies a gold-tone finish to a base metal. Silver-tone pieces typically feature the same base metal under a layer of palladium. Find a large collection of Christian Dior jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024
    No, Dior does not make nightgowns. A number of the French luxury brand’s vintage nightgowns can be found online from a variety of platforms, and while Dior garments are among fashion’s most collectible items, treasure hunters may be able to track down Dior slip dresses by visiting a favorite reseller’s physical storefront. Find an alluring assortment of vintage Christian Dior slip dresses and other dresses from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Christian Dior scarf is hand-rolled and hand-stitched. The scarf is rolled in towards the logo and hand-stitched so that the material comes from the back to the front. The pattern should be symmetrical with no irregularities. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Christian Dior scarves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if Christian Dior jewelry is real, study the hallmarks carefully. Over the years, the French luxury fashion house has used different styles of markings. If you know roughly when your piece was made, you can compare its hallmarks to images of the stamps on authentic pieces produced around the same time to get an idea of its authenticity. Also, examine hardware like O-rings and clasps carefully. On genuine pieces, the hardware should be well-made and display no visible glue or soldering marks. For help with authentication, consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Christian Dior jewelry.