Christian Dior Suit in Grey
Located in Carnate, IT
Suit Christian Dior. 90's. The size and composition label have been cut.
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Christian Dior 90s
Christian Dior Black Knit Wool Blend Cape - 1980s/90s
By Christian Dior
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
An elegant and sophisticated staple from the House of Dior, this vintage 1980s/90s cape is a masterclass in understated luxury.
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1980s Italian Capes
Christian Dior x John Galliano Grey Metallic Vintage 90's Rare Swimsuit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
Christian Dior x Galliano Swim Suit One Piece Metallic Grey New No Tags Size: US 8, EU 40 (It fits like a size US 6-8 or Small-Medium --vintage US sizes are marked larger in vintag...
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1990s French Swimwear
Christian Dior 1990s Sz 10 Purple Eggplant Wool Velvet 90s Vintage Jacket Blazer
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1990s CHRISTIAN DIOR Size 10 purple / eggplant wool and velvet women's blazer jacket ! Beautiful warm tone of purple. Tailored with lightweight wool, with velvet trimmed up the ...
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1990s American Blazers
Christian Dior Navy Blue & Black Wide Stripe Wool Twill Jacket Late 90s-2000s 4
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior navy Blue & black wide stripe wool twill jacket late 1990s early 2000s. Large black oval single button waist front closure. Wide notched lapels are are faced with a ba...
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Christian Dior Denim Belted Asymmetrical Sleeveless Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Christian Dior V-shape neck denim belted asymmetrical sleeveless dress
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1990s French Casual Dresses
1990s Christian Dior Women's Black Satin Boutique Pumps Size 39.5
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1990s Christian Dior Women's Black Satin Boutique Pumps Size 39.5
By Christian Dior
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
In the 1990s, Christian Dior created a range of pumps that were popular during that era, including satin pumps that captured the essence of '90s fashion.
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1990s French Low Heels
1990s Christian Dior Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Velvet Vintage Straight Leg Pants
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1990s / 90s CHRISTIAN DIOR black silk velvet trousers! Timeless fit features a slight high rise waist, with straight legs.
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1990s French Wide Leg Pants
Christian Dior John Galliano Size 8 / 10 Terra Cotta Tan Silk Vintage Slip Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Flirty late 90s CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO terra cotta tan colored silk slip dress!
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
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Vintage Christian Dior brown nappa leather backpack design, large hobo bag.
By Christian Dior
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Unisex Introducing another unique and rare vintage piece from Christian Dior back in the early 90s. This is like a backpack, but it is actually carried on one shoulder.
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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags
Vintage Christian Dior grained black leather handbag with oval golden CD logo.
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H 6.3 in W 8.2 in D 5.9 in
Vintage Christian Dior grained black leather handbag with oval golden CD logo.
By Christian Dior
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Introducing another adorable vintage purse from Christian Dior back in the 90's. If you are looking for a unique Dior vintage bag, then this will be a must-have piece for your collec...
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1990s French Shoulder Bags
Vintage Christian Dior black logo jacquard shoulder bag, clutch with gold motif.
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H 6.7 in W 9.25 in
Vintage Christian Dior black logo jacquard shoulder bag, clutch with gold motif.
By Christian Dior
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Here is a vintage black clutch shoulder purse from Christian Dior back in the 90's. Featuring a large golden "CD" logo motif on the flap.
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1990s French Shoulder Bags
Vintage Christian Dior brown leather double flap clutch bag, pouch. Unisex bag.
By Christian Dior
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
***The hobo bucket shoulder bag in this series is also for sale. *** Introducing another unique and rare vintage piece from Christian Dior back in the early 90s. Very nice and soft ...
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1990s Italian Clutches
Vintage Christian Dior 2552 90 Oversized Black Sunglasses Optyl 1980's Austria
By Christian Dior
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Christian Dior black with gold mosaic details sunglasses. Spotless medium brown lenses. This item may show light sign of wear on the frame due to storage. MESUREMENTS: FR...
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1980s Austrian Sunglasses
90s Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre bishop sleeve silk blouse
By Gianfranco Ferré, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Christian Dior bishop sleeve peach silk blouse with dramatic big sleeves. Gold buttons. marked size: 42 Size: 8/ LARGE
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1980s French Bishop Sleeve Blouses
1990s Christian Dior Monogram Newsboy Cap
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Adorable 90's Christian Dior newsboy cap in the iconic Dior logo print!
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1990s French Hats
Christian Dior Black Dior Rubber 2 Sunglasses XH1 59/14 130mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage 90s unisex CHRISTIAN DIOR Rubber 2 Sunglasses, XH1.
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1990s Italian Sunglasses
1990s CHRISTIAN DIOR Black Silk Spaghetti Strap Slip Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 90s Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk slip dress with tulle lining underneath. silk button on the side, spaghetti strap.
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1990s French Mini Dress
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Metal Oval Ring Statement Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage gold metal chain bracelet by CHRISTIAN DIOR from the 90s. Oval ring design, articulated links and toggle closure.
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1980s German Wallets and Small Accessories
DIOR by GIANFRANCO FERRE 80s/90s Vintage Numbered Hot Red Silk Evening Gown Maxi
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Dior by Gianfranco Ferre Vintage Numbered Late 80's early 90's Hot warm toned red 100% silk Invisible side zip Size F38 Like New Condition !!! Measurements in inches laying flat: len...
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1980s Evening Gowns
DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO (USA ONLY) Vintage Black & White Fur Knitwear Sweater
By Christian Dior
Located in Leonardo, NJ
USA ONLY REAL FUR CANNOT CROSS CUSTOMS John Galliano for Christian Dior Vintage Late 90's to early 00's Black and White Size and comp tag removed (fits XL) Authentic real fur Woven r...
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Sexy Galliano for Christian Dior 90s Black Bodycon Bandage Dress w/ Pleather
By John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage Christian Dior, by John Galliano black strapless bandage dress! Alluring stitching, with pleather accents mixed in throughout. The perfect little black dress (LBD)!!! Lo...
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Rare Vintage Christian Dior 1990s Round " CD " Logo Tortoise Sunglasses Glasses
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR 90s round sunglasses! Amazing shape, that is so in style at the moment, and will remain a classic silhouette.
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1990s Italian Sunglasses
New Vintage Christian Dior 2558 90 Gold Accents 1980's Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Christian Dior 2558 90 black frame, gold circle accents with spotless light rose lenses.
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Christian Dior By John Galliano 90's Sexy Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Gorgeous Tulle and see through knitted lace dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior French Size 38 Measurements taken flat in inches Ua to Ua 15,5(x2) - Waist 11"(x2) - Hips 15"...
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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 90's Christian Dior by John Galliano Sexy Flair Jeans
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
90's Christian Dior Boutique By John Galliano sexy soft jeans.
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Late 20th Century French Jeans
1990s Christian Dior Monogram Newsboy Cap
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Adorable 90's Christian Dior newsboy cap in the iconic Dior logo print!
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1990s French Hats
Christian Dior Blue Feather Cropped Top
By Christian Dior
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Christian Dior blue feather scoop neck cropped top
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1990s French Crop Tops
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano maroon silk jacquard gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano maroon silk jacquard gown with long sash draped at the back. slit in the front. marked size 6 but fit smaller.
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1980s Christian Dior Fourrers Red Suede Leather Fur Shearling Coat
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
1980s (or early 90s) Christian Dior Fourrers stunning tomato red suede coat with red shearling lining and red dyed fox fur trim along the collar and cuffs.
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1980s French Fur Puffer Coats
Christian Dior Vintage Lipstick Red Sleeveless Flower Print 1990s Vest Waistcoat
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 90s CHRISTIAN DIOR lipstick red flower embroidered vest!
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Christian Dior 1980s Black Velvet and Gold Beaded Star Corset Bustier
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Christian Dior 1980s Black Velvet and Gold Beaded Star Corset Bustier
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Christian Dior Boutique late 80s/early 90s black velvet corset with gold beaded appliqué star detail and trim at bust.
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1990s French Bustiers
Christian Dior Vintage Mint Unisex Eyeglasses 2899 Optyl 48/21 135 mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Eyeglasses by Christian Dior Mod. 2899, from the 90s. Made in Austria.
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20th Century Austrian Sunglasses
Christian Dior Vintage Mint Unisex Eyeglasses 2293 Optyl 57/13 125 mm
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Eyeglasses by Christian Dior Mod. 2293, from the 90s. Made in Austria.
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20th Century Austrian Sunglasses
Unworn Christian Dior 1990s Logo White Sheer Low Rise Vintage Hot Pants Shorts
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Unworn Christian Dior 1990s Logo White Sheer Low Rise Vintage Hot Pants Shorts
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy never worn 90s vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR white sheer logo lace monogrammed lowrise hot pants!
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1990s French Hot Pants
Vintage Christian Dior 1990s Yellow Marigold Size 10 Silk Long Sleeve Blouse Top
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 90s CHRISTIAN DIOR marigold yellow long sleeve silk shirt!
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1990s French Blouses and Tops
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Ivory Silk Camisole Top and Maxi Skirt ensemble
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Late 90s Christian Dior by John Galliano knit spaghetti strap with metallic grey knit tank top lace camisole top and creme bias cut silk maxi skirt ensemble.
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Early 2000s French Wedding Dresses
Christian Dior Two Tone Evening Gown from 90'S
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
A very elegant and timeless black and white Christian Dior evening gown from the 90'S. The bodice is made of black velvet with button fastening long sleeves.
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1990s French Ball Gowns
Slim 90s Black Christian Dior Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A tailored 90s black Christian Dior jacket with a flap welt pocket situated on each side of the hip, slim lapels and a single front button closure pinch in the waistline in the centr...
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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear
90s Christian Dior dark brown suede pumps
By Christian Dior
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Christian Dior dark brown suede pumps. Slip-on model, pointed toe, branded leather insole and squared heel.
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1990s Italian Shoes
Christian Dior by John Galliano 90'S Teal Fringe Bias Cut Evening Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
A jacquard printed teal cascading fringe evening gown by John Galliano for Christian Dior in 90'S. Signature bias cut with concealed zip fastenings at side.
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
90s Christian Dior Dramatic Black and White Poets Blouse
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oh so dramatic and poetic - Black crepe and white silk organza blouse/vest. Exaggerated details with oversized collar, full sleeves and extra long french cuffs. Beautiful diamante bu...
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1990s French Blouses
AUTH 90s JOHN GALLIANO FOR CHRISTIAN DIOR SEXY RED DRESS
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Paris, IDF
SEXY JOHN'S GALLIANO DRESS FOR CHRISTIAN DIOR IN THE 90s RUNWAY MODEL
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
AUTH 90s JOHN GALLIANO FOR CHRISTIAN DIOR BIAIS CUT SILK DRESS
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Paris, IDF
BEAUTIFUL SILK AND DELICATE LACE EVENING DRESS. PERFECT IN ANY CLASSY OCCASIONS.
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1990s French Evening Gowns
Christian Dior Boutique Brown Flared Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Christian Dior Boutique 90s embroidered vintage jacket.
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1990s French Blazers
Christian Dior Black White Wool Pied de Poule Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Christian Dior Boutique 90s vintage jacket. Blazer, with black and white pied de poule pattern.
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1990s French Jackets
Christian Dior Boutique Blue Gold Sequins High Waist Evening Trousers
By Christian Dior
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Christian Dior Boutique 90s vintage evening trousers.
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1980s French Wide Leg Pants
Vintage Christian Dior black leather chain clutch bag with golden logo motif.
By Christian Dior
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Here is a vintage black leather clutch chain shoulder purse from Christian Dior back in the 90's. Featuring a golden "Dior" logo motif on the flap.
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1990s French Clutches
Vintage Christian Dior black leather shoulder bag, clutch bag with golden CD
By Christian Dior
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Here is a vintage black leather clutch shoulder purse from Christian Dior back in the 90's. Featuring a large golden "CD" logo motif on the flap.
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1990s French Shoulder Bags
Vintage Christian Dior navy bolide style handbag with golden large CD logo motif
By Christian Dior
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Introducing another adorable vintage purse from Christian Dior back in the 90s. If you are looking for a unique Dior vintage bag, then this will be a must-have piece for your collec...
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1990s Spanish Top Handle Bags
John Galliano for Christian Dior 90s Pink Trotter Bucket Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in US
The 1990's are back with this vintage piece by John Galliano for Christian Dior. This white terry bucket bag features a pink Trotter print and is featured in the larger size with a w...
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1990s French Novelty Bags
Christian Dior by John Galliano 90's Polka Dot Print and Lace Silk Skirt Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
This classic and timeless navy polka dot silk jacket and skirt with lace hem is from Christian Dior by John Galliano in 90's. The jacket features button fastening through front with...
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1990s French Skirt Suits
90s Christian Dior Scarf Print Halter with Gold Tone Logo Hardware
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
So decadent! 90s Christian Dior halter top with equestrian print in white, pinks, golds and browns.
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1990s French Blouses
Vintage Christian Dior black leather mini bolide style handbag with logo motif.
By Christian Dior
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
Introducing another adorable vintage purse from Christian Dior back in the 90's. If you are looking for a unique Dior vintage bag, then this will be a must-have piece for your collec...
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1990s French Top Handle Bags
Christian Dior Boutique Beige Gray Wool Double Face Suit Skirt and Coat 1990s
By Christian Dior
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Christian Dior Boutique 90s vintage women's suit skirt.
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1990s Italian Skirt Suits
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By Christian Dior
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Find an extraordinary variety of christian dior 90s available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Beige christian dior 90s, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Black, Brown and more options on these pages. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many classic iterations of christian dior 90s over the years, but those made by Christian Dior, John Galliano and John Galliano for Christian Dior are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.
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When Christian Dior launched his couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.
Dior was born in Granville, on the Normandy coast, in 1905. His prosperous haute bourgeois parents wanted him to become a diplomat despite his interest in art and architecture. However, they agreed to bankroll an art gallery, which Dior opened in 1928 in Paris with a friend.
This was the start of Dior’s rise in the city’s creative milieu, where he befriended Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. After seven years as an art dealer, Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for Robert Piguet, and in 1941, following a year of military service, he joined the house of Lucien Lelong. Just five years later, with the backing of industrialist Marcel Boussac, the ascendant Dior established his own fashion house, at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris.
Just two years after the end of World War II, the fashion crowd and the moribund haute couture industry were yearning, comme tout Paris, for security and prosperity, desperate to discard the drab, sexless, utilitarian garb imposed by wartime deprivation. They needed to dream anew.
And Dior delivered: He designed a collection for a bright, optimistic future. “It’s quite a revolution, dear Christian!” exclaimed Carmel Snow, the prescient American editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar, famously proclaiming, “Your dresses have such a new look.” The press ran with the description, christening Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection the New Look. “God help those who bought before they saw Dior,” said Snow. “This changes everything.”
Dior’s collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in. His skirts could have 40-meter-circumference hems, and outfits could weigh up to 60 pounds. They were cut and shaped like architecture, on strong foundations that molded women and “freed them from nature,” Dior said. Rather than rationing, his ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred. The debut got a standing ovation.
In the subsequent decade, Paris ruled as the undisputed fashion capital of the world, and Christian Dior reigned as its king. With the luxuriously full skirts of his New Look, suits and his drop-dead gorgeous couture dresses and ball gowns worthy of any princess, Dior gave women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of war.
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