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.
Vintage Christian Dior by Galliano Bee Logo Hoops 2000s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of Vintage Dior Bee Hoop Earrings from Galliano's 2000s collection. A large hoop style adorned to perfection with the iconic moniker of the House and a crystal embellished bee...
Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crystals Domed Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Sapphire Ruby Emerald Blue Navy Red Green Oval Whole Shining Crystals Hoop Domed C Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition, very new. ...
Gold Plate
Vintage Dior Gold&Crystal Double Hoop Statement Earrings 1980S
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Spectacular! These uber glamorous statement 1980s Vintage Dior Double Hoop Earrings are the bomb. Featuring high quality gold plate lavishly adorned with Swarovski crystals and edged...
Gold Plate
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Foliage‑Design Gold‑Tone Hoop Earrings with Faux Pearls
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold‑tone hoop earrings featuring intricate leaf-pattern detailing adorned with faux pearls. These vintage Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré earrings embody ...
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Brushed Wheat Half Domed Circle Chunky Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Textured Brushed Wheat Half Domed Circle Chunky Modernist Elegant Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Maybe Light scratches or colour...
Gold Plate
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Round Dome Faux Pearl Earring
By Christian Dior
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Round Dome Faux Pearl Earring Marked: Chr.Dior Approximate Dimensions: 3.2 cm (Diameter) 37.7 grams in weight. ** All dimensions listed above are...
Gold
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Rhinestone Round Dome Faux Pearl Earring
By Christian Dior
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Rhinestone Round Dome Faux Pearl Earring Marked: Chr.Dior Approximate Dimensions: 2 cm (Diameter) 13.8 grams in weight. ** All dimensions listed ...
Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Rope Gold Circle Crystals Hoop Drop Chunky Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Rope Circle Round Hoop Crystals Statement Chunky Modernist Drop Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Very light scratches, very colou...
Gold Plate
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Gold‑Tone Hoop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold‑tone hoop earrings embellished with multicolor crystals. These vintage earrings capture the vibrant glamour and refined craftsmanship emblematic of Chris...
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Huge Shell Conch Swirl Glow Matte Comma Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Massive Huge Shell Conch Swirl Glow Matte Comma Fire Statement Chunky Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, ba...
Gold Plate
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Byzantine Design Jewelled Silver Tone Hoop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique vintage Byzantine design antiqued silver tone hoop earrings (clip-on) embellished with clear crystals. Marked CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE. Indicative measuremen...
Christian Dior Diamond Heart Pendant Hoop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Diamond Heart Pendant Hoop Earrings In 18k Gold. The earrings feature large 18k yellow goldhoop design with graduating in size heart pendants suspended at the bottom. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Christian Dior Square Hoop Huggie Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Dior Square Hoops. Crafted in gold plated metal. A square huggy style hoop adorned with the iconic CD motif. Very good vintage condition, 2cms. Superbly stylish. A jewel box ...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Silver Checkerboard Crystal Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Silver Checkerboard Crystal Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR. - Checkerboard style earrings studded with black and clear rhinestones. - Silv...
Christian Dior Boutique Vintage Gold Toned Multi Strand Choker and Earring Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE vintage rare and important gold toned multi strand choker necklace and hoop earring set. Simplified model to be compared to the creations of CHRISTIAN DIOR b...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Christian Dior Statement Crystal Door Knocker Hoop Earrings 1990S
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
The most magnificent vintage Dior rhinestone hoop earrings. Dating to the 1990s these are the perfect designer statement earring. Crafted in very high quality rhodium plated metal an...
Dior Cultured Pearl 18ct Rose Gold Hoop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Addlestone, GB
Dior the High jewellery Couture Maison creates these amazing chic earrings as a hoop. Crafted beautifully with Cultured Pearl drops, individually moving bringing out beautiful lust...
Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold
Vintage Dior Gold & Crystal Rope Hoop Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Nothing screams style like the gold hoop earring. Stunning Vintage Dior Hoop Earrings have it all. Featuring gold plated metal, Swarovski Crystal embellishment and clip fasteners. Si...
Vintage Christian Dior Statement Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Dior Huggie Hoop Earrings. Crafted in gold plated metal. In very good vintage condition. Signed. Approx. 2.3cms. A wonderfully stylish statement clip on from the House of Dio...
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Crystal Drop Hoop Earrings, 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Drop Crystal Hoop Earrings, circa 1980s. These earrings will always be noticeable and describe who and what they are. Not loud but classic. They ...
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Texture Circle Shell Half Dome Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Textured Shell Half Dome Circle Chunky Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Maybe Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 10...
Gold Plate
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Vintage Massive Hoop Earrings, 2003
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO vintage massive pale copper tone hoop earrings (for pierced ears). CHRISTIAN DIOR Fall 2003 Couture Collectio...
DIOR Tribales pealescent blue faux pearls crystal orbital pin earrings Pair
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR Tribales pealescent blue faux pearls crystal orbital pin earrings Pair Reference: Brand: Dior Collection: Tribales Material: Faux Pearl Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Closure: Pin...
Christian Dior Silver Earrings with Rhinestones and Transparent Pearls
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Silver earrings ornamented with rhinestones and transparent pearls. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 7.5 cm Seller Reference: BO24
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano Black Claw Charm Hoop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano Black Claw Charm Hoop Earrings Measurements: Height: 3.23 inches (8.2 cm) with claw c...
Dior Golden Metal Hoop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Golden metal hoop earrings with orange pearls representing Hippocampus. Jewelry designed under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Additional informatio...
David Webb Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
18kt Yellow gold Diamond Hoop angled shape clip earring, David Webb. The Hoops contain 6 round diamonds weighing approximately 1.00ct. The hoops are made for clip earrings but c...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$122Sale Price|30% Off
MONET signed vintage gold tone faux pearls small hoop designer earrings
By Monet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with faux pearls • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • 11/16" in diameter CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs...
Iconic 24K Gold Chanel 1980s Jumbo Interlocking 'C' Hoop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Calling all Chanel collectors! Do not miss out on the most iconic jumbo Chanel logo hoops from circa 1980s! Large solid gold plated hoop earrings with clip ...
Small Diamond Hoop Earrings in 22k gold
By Lisa Leone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
These one-of-a-kind hoops boast a beautiful interplay of texture and sparkle. Crafted from rich 22k gold, each earring features a lightly hand hammered finish that adds depth and dim...
Diamond, 22k Gold
Vintage Roberto Coin Hoop Earrings
By Roberto Coin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Roberto Coin Materials: 18K Rose & White Gold Gemstone: 0.35 cts round brilliant cut diamond Weight: 25.5 grams Measurement: 1" x 3/8" Hallmarks: 18k, Italy A pair of Roberto Coin hoop earrings from Cobra collection. Made of 18k rose gold, feature diamond. Serpent is one of Roberto Coin’s favorite creature. Roberto Coin Cobra collection includes snake bracelet, snake ring and earrings in different colors of gold. These Cobra earrings...
Diamond
Signature Teardrop Earrings with Diamonds in 22k Gold, by Tagili
By Lisa Leone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
These signature Teardrop Earrings are the perfect combination of 22k gold organic texture and 18 stunning salt and pepper diamonds that effortlessly elevates your mood and style. Tim...
Diamond, 22k Gold
Embrace Collection by Angeletti. Rose Gold Earrings With Amethyst and Diamonds
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Embrace Collection by Angeletti. Rose Gold Earrings With Amethyst and Diamonds. Iconic Embrace Model, Designed and Manifactured in Rome. Four diamonds (ct. 0.32) are set on each side...
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Gold Natural Ruby Diamond Huggies Pendant Necklace Earrings Ring Set
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold natural ruby diamond huggies pendant necklace earrings ring set. Art, color and culture all come together to inspire this delicate ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Victorian Insipred Faux Pearl Dangling Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage oxidized gun patina dangling earrings (clip-on) embellished with faux pearls. Marked CHR. DIOR Germany. Indicative measurements : height approx. 6.1 cm (2.40...
Vintage Christian Dior faux pearl clip on earrings, Gold tone
By Christian Dior
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous pair of vintage Christian Dior clip on earrings. A medium sized pair of clip on earrings these are lighter weight so easier to wear for longer periods than some of the la...
Gold Plate
$686
W 0.99 in L 0.99 in
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Large Round White Pearl Interlocked Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Round White Pearl Rope Twist Interlocked Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Vintage and rare to find. A very bea...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Boutique Vintage Gold Toned Multi Strand Choker and Earring Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE vintage rare and important gold toned multi strand choker necklace and hoop earring set. Simplified model to be compared to the creations of CHRISTIAN DIOR b...
Gilt Metal
Dior Bois de Rose Hoop Earrings 18K Pink Gold Women Fashion Eariing
By Christian Dior
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Dior Bois de Rose collection, a series inspired by the organic beauty of a rose stem. The pieces shown are the large model hoop earrings in pink gold...
18k Gold
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W 1.42 in L 1.82 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Rope Circle Statement Hoop Crystals Drop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Rope Circle Round Hoop Crystals Statement Chunky Modernist Drop Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Very light scratches, very colou...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Huge Shell Conch Swirl Glow Matte Comma Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Massive Huge Shell Conch Swirl Glow Matte Comma Fire Statement Chunky Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches, ba...
Gold Plate
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W 0.75 in L 0.99 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Texture Shell Half Dome Circle Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Textured Shell Half Dome Circle Chunky Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Maybe Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 10...
Gold Plate
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W 1.42 in L 1.82 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Rope Circle Hoop Crystals Statement Drop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Rope Circle Round Hoop Crystals Statement Chunky Modernist Drop Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Very light scratches, very colou...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Boucle Mono Icone Tribale Golden CD Icon single Earring Stud
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Dior Tribale Icone earring, sold individually, in gold-plated metal and fancy pearls. Diameter of the largest pearl 1.35 cm, diameter of the smallest 0.8 cm, dimensions of the CD 1.8...
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W 0.32 in L 1.11 in
Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crystal Hoop Dome Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Classic Gripoix Sapphire Ruby Emerald Blue Navy Red Green Oval Crystals Hoop Dome C Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very excellent condition, very new. Rare...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Golden Metal Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Golden metal earrings with a wood bark effect. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 3 cm Seller Reference: BO409
Christian Dior Earrings with Rhinestones
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Golden metal earrings ornamented with rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 4 cm Seller Reference: BO408
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W 0.75 in L 0.99 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Texture Shell Half Dome Circle Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Textured Shell Half Dome Circle Chunky Clip Earrings Gold Plated Very good condition. Maybe Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100...
Gold Plate
DIOR Tribales gold metal crystal pave CD orbital faux pearl pin earrings pair
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR Tribales gold metal crystal pave CD orbital faux pearl pin earrings pair Reference: AAWC/A00905 Brand: Dior Designer: Maria Grazia Chiuri Collection: Tribales Material: Metal, F...
Christian Dior Vintage Circle Glow Open Hoop Crystals Huggie Pierced Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Circle Glow Open Hoop Crystals Huggie Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone. Good condition. 100% Genuine. All stones are attached, but some darken or turn green. No or...
Gold Plate