Known for introducing rich theatricality and memorable fashion spectacles to the runway, John Galliano has enjoyed a singular career. The audacious British designer has garnered universal acclaim for genre-breaking collections not only at his eponymous label but also for Christian Dior.
From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless newspaper-print dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy, drawing on history as often as it embodies a fresh and forward-looking sensibility, and over the years the designer has helped shape an ever-broadening new legion of enthusiasts for Parisian couture.
Born in Gibraltar but raised in South London by strict Roman Catholic working-class parents, Galliano attended the all-boys Church of England grammar school, where his flamboyance and interest in art attracted the attention of bullies. Eventually, Galliano ended up at the prestigious design and art school Central Saint Martins College (then called Saint Martin’s School of Art), where fellow British designers Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen also trained.
Galliano flourished at Central Saint Martins. While a student, he worked in the costume department at the National Theatre in London. His graduate collection in 1984, dubbed “Les Incroyables” and named for post–French Revolution fashion lovers, was modeled by close friends of his and earned a standing ovation. The line ended up in the storefront windows of London luxury boutique Brown’s on South Molton Street, and Galliano’s first official collection — after he graduated — debuted at Paris Fashion Week in 1989.
In the early 1990s, Galliano’s relationship with his financial backer, Plein Sud’s Faycal Amor, ended, and by 1994, he was broke and sleeping on the floor of a friend’s apartment. Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour and then-Vanity Fair editor André Leon Talley stepped in and introduced the budding designer to Portuguese socialite and fashion patron São Schlumberger and others.
At Schlumberger’s Hôtel Particulier, Galliano’s shows became the stuff of fashion legend. His collection, a blend of Japanese modernist style as well as nostalgia for Art Deco and 1940s’ tailoring, earned raves in glossy magazines and garnered the attention of Princess Diana, Madonna and other fashion luminaries.
Once the Galliano name was well known among the world’s most stylish set, the chairperson of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, appointed Galliano head designer of French fashion house Givenchy. One year later, in 1996, LVMH moved him to the design team at Dior. In just eight weeks, Galliano produced 50 looks for Dior Haute Couture’s brilliant Spring/Summer 1997 Maasai collection and would ultimately design a mind-boggling eight collections a year for the storied French fashion house until 2011. Today, Galliano is the creative director of Maison Margiela.
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Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 1999 Knit Cardigan Runway
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 1999 Knit Cardigan John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Fall/Winter 1999 Christian Dior style: 9H13021200 Country of manufacture: ...
Christian Dior sweater 'fly Girls' by John Galliano Winter 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR -2000 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear "Fly Girls" Collection, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Off-white crocheted sweater made of mohair and blended wool. Size 40FR i...
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 1999 « Communist & Constructivist » cardigan
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional Christian Dior Boutique by John Galliano Spring/Summer 1999 knit cardigan top, from Galliano's celebrated "Communists & Constructivists" collection. Made in France in ...
John Galliano for Dior F/W 2003 Wool Knit Cardigan, Size 38 FR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior & John Galliano F/W 2003 Knitwear Cardigan John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: F/W 2003 Christian Dior style: 3A13022020 Country of manufacture: France Ma...
Christian Dior sweater 'Hardcore Romance' by John Galliano Winter 2003
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR -2003 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear "Hardcore Romance"Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Black stretch sweater with a detachable fox fur neck. Size 38FR ind...
Vintage Christian Dior cape, 2009. Wool, cashmere, rabbit fur trim.
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Item: Vintage Christian Dior cape, 2009. Wool, cashmere, rabbit fur trim. Condition: Excellent vintage (EXCELLENT). The item looks beautiful, but the fine fabric may have a few bare...
Dior sweater 'Fly Girls' by John Galliano Fall 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2000 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear "Fly Girls" Collection, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Sweater made of braided rabbit fur and wool. Size S indicated, it can f...
S/S 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Green Butterfly Knit Cardigan FR38
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Christian Dior knit cardigan from the Spring/Summer 2002 collection by John Galliano is cut in a fitted silhouette with long sleeves and a crew neckline. It features a light gre...
Christian Dior & John Galliano mohair hoodie cardigan
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior & John Galliano mohair hoodie cardigan John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: 2004 Christian Dior style: RFNL45302 Country o...
2005 Christian Dior & John Galliano wool cardigan IT 44
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior 2005 & John Galliano wool cardigan IT 44 John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior 2005 fall / winter Christian Dior style: 5A13077101 Country of p...
2005 NWT NEW WITH TAGS top Christian Dior
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Composition: Wool / Silk / Cashmere (wool + silk + cashmere) - a super-soft blend. Size: F 38 (Russian 44-46). Actual measurements (laying flat): Shoulder width: 32 cm (12.6") Arm...
Christian Dior "Logomania" vest by John Galliano, Spring 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - "Logomania" Ready-to-Wear Spring/Summer 2000 Collection, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Black cotton crochet cardigan with XXL sleeves. Size 36FR. Made in I...
Dior jacket 'dans l'atelier de Modigliani' Fall 1999-2000
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 1999-2000 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear "Dans l'atelier de Modigliani" Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Black mohair wool wrap-over cardigan braided with...
S/S 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Perforated Knit White Logo V-Neck 38FR
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
John Galliano designed this white Christian Dior sport jersey style sweater for his Spring/Summer 2004 ready to wear collection. This light weight...
Dior cardigan 'Rave Technicolor' by John Galliano Fall-Winter 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2001 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear 'Rave Technicolor' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Sleeveless cardigan made of alpaca and goat fur. Without lining. S...
Christian Dior & John Galliano F/W 2002 Knitwear Cardigan
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior & John Galliano F/W 2002 Knitwear Cardigan John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Fall-Winter 2002 Christian Dior style: 2A13022001 Country of manufacture: Franc...
F/W 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Slashed Floral Cropped Sweater
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Austin, TX
DESIGNER: F/W 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano slashed floral cropped sweater Asymmetrical design Mohair-Nylon-Wool Made in France Condition: Excellent Chest: 52", Waist: 50", Le...
Christian Dior Galliano 2009 wool sweater
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Galliano 2009 wool sweater Sleeve (Neck): 68 cm → 26.77 in Sleeve (Armpit): 46 cm → 18.11 in Length: 56 cm → 22.05 in size 40 excellent...
Dior sweater 'sportswear on high heels' by John Galliano Fall-Winter 1998-1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 1998-1999 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear 'sportswear on high heels' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Openwork sweater with a low shawl collar and short ba...
Christian Dior "Rave Technicolor" top by John Galliano, Winter 2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - "Rave Technicolor" Ready-to-Wear Collection Fall/Winter 2001, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Long-sleeved, oversized turtleneck top in shades of burgundy red....
Christian Dior cardigan by Bill Gaytten Cruise 2012
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2012 Cruise ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Bill Gaytten. Powder-pink knitted cardigan ornamented with flounces and sequins. Size 40FR indicated. M...
2000 Christian Dior Galliano sweater wool mohair
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior & John Galliano 2000 sweater wool mohair John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: F/W 2000 Christian Dior style: 0A13055860 Country of...
John Galliano for Dior 2006 Mint Logo Perforation Jumper, Size 6
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior & John Galliano 2006 logo perforation jumper John galliano for christian dior Collection: Christian Dior 2006 Christian Dior style: 6P13055302 Country of productio...
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano FW 2000 Asymmetrical Wool Knit Sweater - S
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Title: Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano FW 2000 Asymmetrical Wool Knit Sweater - Size F 42 Description: Elevate your collection with this ex...
2010 Christian Dior fur vest
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
2010 Christian Dior fur vest Shoulders: 36 cm / 14.17 in Underarms: 40 cm / 15.75 in Length: 48 cm / 18.90 in Details: branded buttons The vest is timeless, very stylish and beautif...
Christian Dior 2004 Galliano wool and silk top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior 2004 Galliano wool and silk top, size FR 38 / M — John Galliano collection Description: For sale is a vintage top from the legendary Christian Dior 2004 collection u...
Christian Dior & John Galliano F/W 2003 pullover flowers Y2K
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior & John Galliano F/W 2003 pullover John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: F/W 2003 Christian Dior style: 3A13055033 Country of manufacture: France the condition i...
John Galliano for Christian Dior 2004 Wool Angora Cardigan, Size F 38
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Condition: Excellent (отличное состояние) Size: F 38 (fits like modern XS–S, depending on desired fit) Measurements (flat lay): Sleeve length (from shoulder seam to cuff): 82 cm /...
Christian Dior John Galliano 2006 Wool Turtleneck
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior John Galliano 2006 Wool Turtleneck / Italy / Size F 42 – Excellent Condition Description: For sale is an exclusive vintage turtleneck from the legendary Christian Dio...
Christian Dior & John Galliano F/W 1999 vest
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior & John Galliano F/W 1999 vest John galliano for christian dior Collection: F/W 1999 Ad Campaign: VOGUE PARIS OCT 1999; model: TRISH GOFF; PHOTOGRAPHER: PATRICK DEMARCH...
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 1947 T-shirt black size F 40 vintage
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
A vintage black Christian Dior T-shirt from the 2004 collection, the "1947" style, is an iconic reference to the founding year of the House. It's the era of John Galliano, an archiva...
Christian Dior sweater by John Galliano 'Rave Technicolor' Winter 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - "Rave Technicolor" Ready-to-Wear Collection Fall/Winter 2001, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Roll-neck knit sweater made from white crocheted alpaca wool inte...
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 T-shirt 1947 color baked milk size F 40
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
A rare vintage Christian Dior T-shirt from the 2004 collection, model "1947." A refined warm milk shade—a creamy beige, versatile, and very stylish. Size: F 40 (French) Color: Warm...
2007 Christian Dior by Galliano cashmere sweater
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
2007 Christian Dior Cashmere Sweater This is a brown knit sweater with a V-neck and ruffles. Size F 40 Good condition, with a small snag at the front, see photo 4 The silk ribbons ...
Dior Black Wool Sweater 40FR
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Black wool sweater ornamented with buttons on the shoulders top. Size 40FR. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 42 ...
Christian Dior top Winter 1998
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Long-sleeve silvery lurex thread top decorated with blue and yellow flowers. Size M indicated. 1998 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Joh...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2003 Brown Bondage Zipped Sweater
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Caserta, IT
- Designed by John Galliano - Fall winter 2003 - Bondage Brown Sweater - Frontal zipper closure - Leather bondage applications at the shoulders going trough the arms - Good condition...