$5,310
Christian Dior set 1996
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Velvet set composed of pants and a jacket with tails, with prince of Wales check pattern in red, blue, and green tones, and edged with black lace. No size ind...
Christian Dior set Haute Couture 1996
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Brocade fabric set composed of a jacket and trousers, in green and golden tones. The jacket is inlaid with a green muslin stole and golden flowers. No size indicated, it fits ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1996 Citrine Silver Circle Mesh Crystals Bracelet
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 1996 Wide Orange Citrine Circle Round Crystals Openwork Mesh Thick Modernist Chunky Statement Bracelet, Silver Plated Very excellent condition.
Silver Plate
Christian Dior by John Galliano Playing Card & Domino Slip Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Designer Background: Under Galliano’s creative direction (1996–2011), Christian Dior collections often featured daring prints and imaginative themes.
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2001 Domino Silk Ensemble
By Christian Dior
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Designer Background John Galliano helmed Christian Dior from 1996 to 2011, infusing the storied house with theatrical flair and narrative-driven designs.
Christian Dior by John Galliano Aubergine Silk Draped Gown early 2000s
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sophisticated and timeless, it is equally suited for black-tie events, formal evenings, or collectors of Galliano’s celebrated Dior designs. Size : 2/4 ( Small) Measurement : Bust ...
Documented Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré 1991 Runway Silk Chiffon Gown
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A documented runway design from Christian Dior’s celebrated Spring/Summer 1991 ready-to-wear collection by Gianfranco Ferré.
Unavailable
H 49.61 in W 33.86 in D 1.97 in
Jean-Daniel Lorieux "Katherina, Île Maurice, 1996" Limited Edition Photo, 2016
By Jean Daniel Lorieux 1
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Katherina, Fashion by Christian Dior, French Vogue, Île Maurice, 1996, 2016.
Unavailable
H 11.82 in W 7.88 in D 1.97 in
Jean-Daniel Lorieux "Katherina, Ile Maurice, 1996" Limited Edition Photo, 2016
By Jean Daniel Lorieux 1
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Katherina, Fashion by Christian Dior, French Vogue, Île Maurice, 1996, 2016.
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W 0.79 in L 18.12 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR 1996 Citrine Crystals Interlocked Linked Silver Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 1996 Vintage Citrine Yellow Oval Pendant Charms Crystals Interlocked Linked Choker Collar Chunky Modernist Elegant Necklace, Silver plated Book piece.
CHRISTIAN DIOR 1996 Citrine Oval Pendant Crystals Mesh Choker Silver Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 1996 Vintage Citrine Yellow Oval Pendant Charm Crystals Wide Mesh Choker Collar Silver Chunky Modenist Necklace, Silver plated Signed Christian Dior ...
Christian Dior set Summer 1996
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Multicolored striped silk and cotton set edged with trimmings, composed of a short-sleeve jacket and a mid-length skirt. Size 40FR indicated. 1996 Spring-Summ...
Christian Dior Golden Metal Cuff Bracelet, circa 1996
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Golden metal cuff bracelet. 1996 circa Collection, under the direction of GianFranco Ferré. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Circumference: ...
A/W 1995 1996 Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré Sheer White Ballon Sleeve Shirt
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Autumn / Winter 1995 - 1996 CHRISTIAN DIOR by Gianfranco Ferré ! This Balloon sleeved runway Blouse is crafted from a Sheer White raw silk blended material with contrast cotto...
DIOR by GIANFRANCO FERRE 1996 Vintage Art Deco Crystal Embellished Mini Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Gianfranco Ferre for Christian Dior Vintage 1996 Cruise Collection Jet black Top is "sparkly" bottom is silk chiffon All crystals intact Invisible side zip Size F38 Excellent conditi...
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Size: 40 (Fr) 10 (Us)
Pale pink cotton tweed double-breasted jacket with mink edge C.Dior Boutique
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
This jacket has been design by Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior ( 1989/1996) SIZE 40 (Fr) 10 (US)
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Size: Recommended Size; UK 8 - 10
1996 Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré Sheer Beaded Evening Gown Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferré Cruise 1996 Sheer Beaded Evening Dress This superb vintage Christian Dior Runway dress by Gianfranco Ferré features a hand beaded collar line, she...
Christian Dior Vintage 1966 Glass Flower Clip-On Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage 1996 gold toned clip-on earrings featuring a flower embellished with blue shade glass cabochons..
CHRISTIAN DIOR JOHN GALLIANO Blue Denim Asymmetric Skirt Summer 2000 RUNWAY
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
John Galliano served as the Creative Director of Christian Dior from 1996 to 2011, and his designs for the brand were often characterized by their bold and theatrical style.
1996 Christian Dior Collection by John Galliano Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, IDF
1998 Fall/WinterPret-a-Porter Collection Gorgeous off-white lace mixed with wool chevron-patterned gown from Christian Dior is cut on the bias with the off-white lace overlay. In...
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Size: see description
1990s Christian Dior Gianfranco Ferre Pink Jacket w Chiffon Drape & 2 Skirts
By Christian Dior
Located in Portland, OR
Ferre was the creative director for Christian Dior from 1989 until 1996 and he is one of our all time favorite designers.
Spring 2007 John Galliano for Christian Dior Pale Blue Silk Voluminous Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Rockwood, ON
John Galliano was moved from Givenchy to Christian Dior in October of 1996 and stayed there until he was dismissed in February of 2011.
Gianfranco Ferre Cropped Boucle "Coco" Jacket with Velvet Trim
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Brooklyn, NY
He was stylistic director of Christian Dior from 1989 to 1996. His own designs are much more relaxed than the collections he is associated with for Dior.
$1,975
Size: Recommended Size; UK 8 - 10
A/W 1997 Givenchy Alexander McQueen Green Cheetah Animal Print Velvet Skirt Suit
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Superb Autumn / Winter 1997 Givenchy suit by Alexander McQueen. Comprising a tailored jacket with rounded collar and high waisted pencil skirt. Crafted in a forest green Cheetah pr...
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...
Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 foot tall Extremely rare Fall 2001 runway GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE, by Donatella, Museum Worthy black silk chiffon and leather full length evening...
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Iconic Charlestone sequins dress
By Gucci
Located in Capri, IT
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Iconic Charlestone sequins black dress totally made in italy in italian size range 42
Alixandre Fisher Fur Coat, Mid-Calf Length, Notched Collar, Size S-M
By Alixandre
Located in Alford, MA
Luxurious fisher coat by Alixandre, known for high quality furs. Simple styling featuring a notched collar and round, padded shoulders, the vertical skins falling to mid-calf length....
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Coral Turquoise Drop Earrings, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Enchanting dangling earring by YVES SAINT LAURENT, signed 'rive gauche' Made in France 1980s. Dimensions Lenght 7 cm Width 3 cm Features - Signed on the back, YSL rive...
Gilt Metal
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Highly Collectible GUCCI Pair from TOM FORD'S Era S/S 2004 Collection Designer Size - 6 B Color - Black Bamboo and Crocodile Metallic Heel - 4" Silver-Tone Crystal Details Lace-Up...
$546Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
Opulent Mocha Brown Brocade Evening Coat c 1960s
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mocha brown brocade evening coat by Montaldo's c 1960s The elegant opera coat is designed with thick structured brocade panels The luminous mocha brown brocade fabric is illu...
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Peplum Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Black Faille Moire Peplum Jacket from the 1990's. Gaultier's Haute Couture training is evident in this fitted "Bar" style peplum jacket with pointed ...
NWT $4395 Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2001 Lace Belted Plum Blouse Fr 42
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Lace Blouse Top F/W 2001 Ready to Wear Collection Designer size - 42 ( please check measurements) Plum color exquisite lace over the b...
$5,230
Size: FR 34 - IT 38 - UK 6 - US 2
Alexander McQueen metallic tweed high collar skirt suit, fw 2004
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen metallic tweed skirt suit. Structured jacket with high turn-over collar, front zip fastening, silk lining and Chanel style chain on the hem. Sold with matching knee...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
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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