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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F/W2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway paneled eel leather skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Milano, Lombardia
F/W2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway paneled eel leather skirt This exceptional Christian Dior skirt from John Galliano’s Fall/Winter 2002 runway collection is crafted fro...
Archival S/S 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Micro Denim Skirt patches Belt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
S/S 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Micro Denim Skirt Belt with patches Size; 26-27” waist Measurements are provided in inches (‘’) Waist; 26-27” waist Length; approx 6” Condi...
Christian Dior by John GALLIANO 2005 Blue Trotter print Wrap around Mini Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
2005 Christian Dior monogram, wrap around mini skirt crafted from Blue trotter 'DIOR' monogram print cloth for the Junior label, with racing stripe detail and number 2 appliqué. Siz...
Rare! Christian Dior & John Galliano 2005 Skirt girly pink cherry blossom dioris
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Rare! Christian Dior & John Galliano 2005 Skirt girly pink cherry blossom diorissimo Y2K John Galliano for Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior 2005 («Logo Flower» – «Cherry Blo...
S/S2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano denim silk patchwork mini skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Milano, Lombardia
S/S2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano denim silk patchwork mini skirt This S/S2004 Christian Dior mini skirt by John Galliano combines structured li...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2003 lace silk beaded mermaid maxi skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
An exquisite Christian Dior Boutique maxi skirt from John Galliano's celebrated Fall/Winter 2003 collection, showcasing the designer's unmistakable romanticism and exceptional crafts...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Vintage Smocked Godet Skirt Fall Winter 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A Christian Dior skirt from John Galliano’s Fall Winter 2002 collection, constructed with an elongated waistband in chartreuse, intricately smocked with h...
Dior pareo skirt 'Zipped and ripped' by John Galliano Spring-Summer 2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2001 Spring-summer ready-to-wear 'Zipped and ripped' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Muslin pareo skirt with an army print. Size and composition la...
2003 Christian Dior By John Galliano Aw03 Ruffed Viscose Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior By John Galliano Aw03 Ruffed Viscose Skirt Christian Dior Ruffed Viscose Skirt from John Galliano's Autumn/Winter 2003 Collection. Condition: Good
2006 Christian Dior Galliano skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Boutique Monogram Skirt excellent condition monogram skirt
Christian Dior x Galliano 2003 Floral Silk Hardware Trimmed Maxi Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Absolutely divine, rarest, super collectible archival skirt from John Galliano's Fall 2003 collection for Christian Dior. In amazing new with tags condition and comes with original...
Spring 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano white denim low-rise pencil skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano white denim low-rise pencil skirt. A Chic Y2K Christian Dior pencil skirt by John Galliano. Featuring signature CD embossed buttons, chrom...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Brocade Godet Skirt with Smocked Waist, FW 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano skirt from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is constructed with an elongated waistband in chartreuse, intricately smocked with horizontal rouleaux...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall Winter 2003 black wool body-hugging skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior by John Galliano black wool draped skirt from the Fall Winter 2003 collection. A masterful example of Galliano's architectural tailoring and avant-garde approach to fe...
2004 Christian Dior skirt (John Galliano era) — wool, France, size 40 IT
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior skirt (John Galliano era) — wool, France, size 40 IT Selling a skirt from the iconic Christian Dior house, from the John Galliano era. Original, made in France. Comp...
F/W 2002 Christian Dior by John Galliano Leather Lace-Up Asymmetric Mini
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
John Galliano designed this Christian Dior brown leather mini skirt for the Fall/Winter 2002 collection. Constructed entirely of leather, this...
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 wool silk skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Galliano 2004 wool silk skirt size 34 The condition is excellent wool skirt, silk lining Waist Size: 72cm / 28.35inches Length: 38cm / 14.96 inches Hips: 94cm / 37....
Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Deconstructed Embroidered Skirt, fw 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior Skirt ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2002 ▪ Crafted from luxurious raw silk featuring a captivating dyed striped print in enchanting hues ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Neon Map Print Mesh Zipper Skirt, FW 2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2001 ▪ Fabric: Printed mesh, featuring a map with a graffiti print overlay in multicoloured neon ...
Christian Dior SS 2006 Trompe-l'oeil Pareo Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe-l'oeil pareo skirt. Size 38 FR. Condition: Excellent.
S/S 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Runway White Silk Horsebit Skirt FR38
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful blue equestrian print Christian Dior wrap skirt, designed by John Galliano. From the Spring/Summer 2000 collection, this skirt d...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Denim Midi Skirt Spring/Summer 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A Christian Dior Boutique midi skirt in dark indigo denim, from John Galliano’s Spring/Summer 2002 ready-to-wear collection. The skirt is cut to a straight midi silhouette with five-...
Christian Dior by John Galliano deconstructed brown leather wrap skirt, ss 2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior deconstructed leather wrap skirt ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Constructed from brown distressed l...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Denim & Silk Ruffle Mini Skirt - S/S2002
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
A quintessential piece of fashion history, this mini skirt from John Galliano’s Spring Summer 2002 collection for Christian Dior captures the designer's genius for blending rugged ma...
Dior Monogram Galliano 2004 юбка
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior Monogram Galliano 2004 skirt Condition Excellent Brand: Christian Dior Color: Pink condition excellent skirt with monogram
Christian Dior skirt 'A trip to Peru' by John Galliano Winter 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2002 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear 'A trip to Peru' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Silk skirt embroidered with golden lurex and edged with bells. Size...
Christian Dior F/W 2004 Blue Nylon Technical Mini Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Blue nylon technical mini skirt from Christian Dior by John Galliano featuring multiple zipper pockets and chain details. Constructed in lightweight technical nylon with a fitted sil...
F/W 2001 Christian Dior by John Galliano Leather Trompe l'oeil Wrap Skirt F40
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Christian Dior’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection by John Galliano, this soft leather wrap skirt features a trompe l’oeil denim print, creating the illusion of layered jeans and dist...
"Fur and Pleats" skirt by John Galliano, Winter 2007
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - "Fur and Pleats" Ready-to-Wear Collection Fall/Winter 2007, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Taupe brown cotton-blend flared skirt, fully pleated. Matching silk...
Christian Dior Red Mesh and Silk Skirt/dress, 2002
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior- (Made in France) Red mesh and silk skirt/dress emrboidered with sequins. 40FR size indicated. 2002 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Additi...
$957Sale Price|40% Off
F/W 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Tie-Dye Blue Denim Asymmetric 12US
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
John Galliano designed this blue tie-dye Christian Dior skirt for the Spring/Summer 2000 collection. Several pieces with the same denim-like tie-dye were highlighted on the season's ...
S/S 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Satin Rhinestone Brooch Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Christian Dior’s Spring/Summer 2004 collection by John Galliano, this black satin skirt features a draped silhouette gathered at the hip with a crescent-shaped rhinestone brooch...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2006 Wool Boucle Fringe Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Wool boucle fringe skirt by Christian Dior designed by John Galliano from the Fall/Winter 2006 collection. The skirt features a black wool boucle upper section with an elastic waistb...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR by John GALLIANO Asymmetric Mohair Wool Skirt Circa 2000
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR by John GALLIANO Asymmetric Mohair Wool Skirt Circa 2000 Measurements taken laid flat, please double waist and hips: Width: 14.17 inches (36 cm) Hips: 19.29 ...
Vintage John Galliano for Christian Dior Gold Dusted Red Silk Long Skirt Size 6
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage John Galliano for Christian Dior Burgundy Red Silk Long Skirt US Size 6 Silk Chiffon is finished with gold dust and signature buttons. Side slit. Fully lined, made in France...
Christian Dior Galliano 2003 skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Galliano 2003 skirt size F 40 excellent condition Waist: 74 cm / 29.13 in Length: 48 cm / 18.90 in Hips: 92 cm / 36.22 in Not long ago I read a forecast from one sou...
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
NWT F/W 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Green Plaid Pleated Mini Skirt 36FR
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A fabulous green plaid pleated skirt by Christian Dior, designed by John Galliano, from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, showcases a vibrant green hue with a striking plaid print. ...
$466Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Dior x Galliano AW00 Zip Front Pinstripe Pencil Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
FABULOUS, rare Christian Dior vintage pencil skirt from the Fall 2000 Collection. worn once. Made from smooth charcoal grey pinstriped wool with a black silk lining and antique loo...
Vintage 2004 Christian Dior By John Galliano Denim Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage Christian Dior By John Galliano 2004 collection. Features a blue denim fabric, oversized front utility side straps pockets with metal hardware engraved “Dior,” and two back ...
Dior skirt 'Pleats and furs' by John Galliano Winter 2007
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2007 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear 'Pleats and futs' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Black new-wool flare skirt, entirely pleated. Matching silk lining....
Dior Gauffering Fabric Short Skirt with Silk Lining
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Gauffering fabric short skirt with a silk lining. No size nor composition label, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Waist: 35 ...
S/S 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Logo Quilted Olive F34 GB6 I38 D32 US2
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Christian Dior’s Spring/Summer 2005 collection by John Galliano, this olive green cargo skirt features quilted stitching, oversized utility pockets, and signature D-ring hardwar...
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2005 Multipocket White Viscose Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
- Designed by John Galliano - Sold by Skof.Archive - Spring Summer 2005 - Runway Piece - Fringe White Viscose Skirt - Cream/ivory textured fabric with delicate thread fringing - thr...
Christian Dior SS 2006 Trompe-l'oeil Pareo Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano Trompe-l'oeil pareo skirt. Size 38 FR. Condition: Excellent.
Christian Dior Leather skirt Ostrich print
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2000s leather skirt color brown, silk lining, gold CD slider charm, size 42 FR. Condition: Really good.
$1,056Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Dior Leather skirt Ostrich print
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2000s leather skirt color brown, silk lining, gold CD slider charm, size 42 FR. Condition: Really good.
Christian Dior x John Galliano, Navy Silk Damask and Lace Tailleur Skirt, 1997
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior by John Galliano navy skirt from the Fall-Winter 1997 Collection, "Dior's Little Sweetheart Pin-Ups". Navy damask with black floral lace vents nested between the ple...
Christian Dior x John Galliano 2001 Black Denim Distressed Peplum Pencil Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Absolutely amazing, super collectible skirt from John Galliano's Spring 2001 collection for Dior. Unworn. Made from black cotton denim with 2% elastane, it has the most fabulous tr...
Dior 2006 SS Galliano Denim runway skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior 2006 SS Galliano Denim runway skirt Designer John Galliano by Christian Dior Collection: Christian Dior spring 2006 READY-TO-WEAR Country of production: France Christian Dior st...
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 1998 Ivory Lace Pencil Skirt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
From the S/S 1998 collection of Christian Dior by John Galliano, this pencil skirt is constructed throughout in an ivory floral lace, the all-over guipure-style motif worked in a ton...
S/S 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Blue Denim Button Pencil Skirt 42FR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Spring/Summer 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano blue denim pencil skirt features a front slit, gold-tone snap buttons, and front pockets. A stylish and versatile piece, it ca...