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.
CHRISTIAN DIOR natural raffia 2020 CD DOUBLE WRAP ROPE Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior double-wrap rope belt is crafted in natural raffia and finished with a silver-tone CD metal buckle. A versatile accessory that adds a refined yet e...
1970s Dior Multi-Strand Serpentine Silver Chain Belt w Center Swag
By Christian Dior
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Dior Multi-Strand Serpentine Silver Chain Belt w Center Swag: A sexy '70s body conscious chrome chain belt can be worn with anything from a swim suit to high evening glamour. ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Magnificent belt model « Boxing champion » parade Winter 2001
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR Beautiful, vintage belt. Parade collection, autumn winter 2001. Very rare and highly sought after model. Champion belt style. Size L. Length 96 cm. View of Samantha in...
Christian Dior Swarovski Crystal Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Christian Dior Swarovski Crystal Belt from the 1970's. Unusual configuration with flexible rounds crystals set with diamond an...
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Toned Belt Buckle Circa 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold Toned Belt Buckle. Authentic luxury vintage DIOR printed in black on metal gold tone belt buckle. Vintage Dior Gold and Black Belt Buckle from Dior's Sign...
Christian Dior Vintage Black Enamel and Gold Toned Belt Buckle Circa 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Black enamel and Gold Toned Belt Buckle. Authentic luxury vintage DIOR in black enamel on metal gold tone belt buckle. Vintage Dior Gold and Black Belt Buckle ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Silver Tone Chain Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver tone chain belt featuring a carabiner clasp and an ID tag embossed DIOR, with clear crystal embellishment. Adjustable carabiner clasp closure. Emboss...
1970s Christian Dior Trotter Oblique Monogram Black Jacquard Enamel Buckle Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Chic Vintage 1970's CHRISTIAN DIOR belt, featuring the iconic 'Trotter' Oblique monogram in black & cream, with large enamelled 'CD' buckle. Can be worn at the waist...
Christian Dior leather belt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Openwork orangey brown leather belt decorated with silvery metal and red resin cabochons. Leather interlaced with a flower pattern silk ribbon. Condition: Ver...
1970s Christian Dior Vintage Striped Boho Hippie Woven Belt with Wooden Buckle
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
1970s Christian Dior Striped Boho Hippie Woven Belt with Wooden Buckle cotton jute, this belt features a multicolor striped pattern, Measurements: 40x3 inch Condition details: 197...
Iconic Miss Dior Logo Belt, 1970's
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Rare Miss Dior Logo Belt, 1970's France. Antique silver plated links each embellished with Miss Dior Logo. Adjustable links for sizing. 1970s France. Fits 27"-31". Width .75".
Signed Christian Dior Multi-Chain Gold Hardware Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior multi-chain gold hardware belt is signed. The belt measures 30" on the waist and can be adjustable.
Dior Saddle Corset Belt Pouch Black - '10s
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A striking fusion of fashion and functionality, the Dior Saddle Corset Belt Pouch reinterprets the House's iconic Saddle silhouette in a bold waist-cinching design. Crafted from supp...
Christian Dior Vintage Black Enamel and Gold Toned Belt Buckle Circa 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Black enamel and Gold Toned Belt Buckle. Authentic luxury vintage DIOR in black enamel on metal gold tone belt buckle. Vintage Dior Gold and Black Belt Buckle ...
Christian Dior Canvas & Leather Embroidered Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Canvas & Leather Embroidered Belt Navy and white canvas belt with signature branding to rear. Detailed with black adjustable leather strap and aged gold buckle to th...
Christian Dior F/W 2002 tan suede "Admit it" corset wide belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
Christian Dior F/W 2002 corset "Admit it" belt Tan suede Silver metal hardware Adjustable Marked size 85 length 80-87 cm - 31.5-34.5 in height 5-11 cm - 2-4.25 in Great condition M...
Christian Dior Golden Metal Belt with Glass Cabochons, 1990
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Golden metal belt with glass cabochons. A 1990 circa Collection. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 86 cm Seller Reference: BC60
CHRISTIAN DIOR black leather MONTAIGNE BOBBY CD Belt 80
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior Montaigne Bobby CD waist belt in shiny calfskin featuring signature CD metal buckle with gold finish. Has been w...
Christian Dior belt
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) White fabric and leather belt edged with golden leather, and with engraved golden metal elements and buckle. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 7...
Dior, gold buckled D belt with beige leather
By Christian Dior
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Dior, gold buckled D belt with beige leather. The item has a few stains further in good condition.
CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Vintage Chunky Medallion Crest Chain Belt Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE by GIANFRANCO FERRE vintage chunky gold tone textured chain belt/necklace featuring seven medallion crests embellished with clear crystals. Hook clasp. Embo...
Christian Dior Gilded Gold Hardware Evening Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior gilded gold hardware evening belt measures 30" for a fitted waist. There are five strands of gilded gold chains for a elegant appearance.
Christian Dior belt
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Golden leather belt with a red large grain ribbon and a golden metal buckle. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 75 cm SKU:ACC260
Christian Dior belt Summer 2018
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Finesilvery metal belt set with multicolored rhinestones. Collection Printemps-Eté 2018 under the artistic direction of Maria Grazia Chiuri. Condition: Very good condition D...
Christian Dior Mustard Yellow Snakeskin with Gold Hardware Adjustable Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior's adjustable snakeskin belt in mustard-yellow is lined with lambskin leather on the interior. The belt is adjustable just by adjusting one hardware underneath. The bel...
Christian Dior Logo Belt With Small CD Gold Buckle
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It'a all in the details when it comes to this Christian Dior Belt, sporting the iconic CD monogram.The small gold buckle acts as the cherry on top. Strap measures 35.5" from end to ...
Christian Dior Large Gilded Gold Hardware Buckle and Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior vintage large detailed gilded gold with filigree hardware belt buckle with a adjustable black calfskin leather belt. The gilded gold filigree det...
Dior Thin Pink Snake Leather Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Thin pink snake leather belt with a silvery metal buckle ornamented with rhinestones. Size 36FR indicated. Additional information: Condition: Very good condit...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Medallion Crest Chunky Chain Necklace Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Medallion Crest Chunky Chain Necklace Belt Measurements: Height: 1.88 inches (4.8 cm) Length: 27.75 inches to 30 inches (70.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic ...
DIOR minimal logo metal bar black smooth calfskin wide belt 90cm
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR minimal logo metal bar black smooth calfskin wide belt 90cm Reference: AAWC/A01202 Brand: Dior Material: Leather, Metal Color: Black, Silver Pattern: Solid Closure: Belt Lining:...
$2,207
Dior silvery belt
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Silvery metal articulated belt with rhinestones. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 86 cm SKU:BC264
Christian Dior Leather And Gripoix Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Christian Dior leather and Gripoix belt is a luxurious and statement-making accessory that fuses classic craftsmanship with ornate detailing. The belt is crafted from high-quality le...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Oblique Logo Monogram Burgundy Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Oblique Logo Monogram Burgundy Belt Measurements: Height Buckle: 1.38 inches (3.5 cm) Height Belt Strap: 0.98 inch (2.5 cm) Weara...
Christian Dior leather belt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Openwork orangey brown leather belt decorated with silvery metal and red resin cabochons. Leather interlaced with a flower pattern silk ribbon. Condition: Ver...
Christian Dior Vintage F/W 2006 Purple Buckle Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage Fall/Winter 2006 Christian Dior by John Galliano oil slick denim purple belt. Feature an oversize square silver front buckle. Look 46 on runway. In excellent condition. Bra...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Lion Head Charms Brown Leather Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Lion Head Charms Brown Leather Belt Measurements: Buckle Height: 1.97 inches (5 cm) Strap Height: 1.18 inches (3 cm) Length: 33 inch...
Dior Art Deco Revival Bakelite Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Art Deco Revival belt of wide, soft black leather with rhinestone decorated, carved red bakelite buckle. Fully adjustable, no size. 1980...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Logo Red Textured Leather Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE Logo Red Textured Leather Belt Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE. - Red lizard leather belt with CD logos. - Gold tone hardware. - S...
Black Christian Dior Wide Leather Belt Size US S
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good. Minor signs of wear and use throughout. Some creasing and scratching throughout. Some scratching at hardware.
Christian Dior leather belt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Camel-color lamb leather belt with golden metal buckle. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: from 78 cm to 88 cm SKU:ACC117
Christian Dior Argyle Print Canvas & Leather Belt circa 2004
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Christian Dior Argyle Print Canvas & Leather Belt from circa 2004 is a quintessential piece that combines classic sophistication with a touch of vintage charm. The belt feat...
Christian Dior Vintage Massive Art Deco Pegasus Belt Buckle
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage rare massive two tone Art Deco stlye belt buckle featuring a pegasus with CD monogram, embellished with off-white enamel and clear crystals. Marked CHRISTIAN ...
Dior 'strap' belt
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Leather belt with a red and black strap. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Size 85 SKU:ACC16
Christian Dior Logo Canvas & Leather Embroidered Belt
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Logo Canvas & Leather Embroidered Belt Black and grey canvas belt with signature branding to rear. Detailed with black adjustable leather strap and aged gold buckle ...