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.
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Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR gold mesh crystal designer runway haute couture necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold tone with crystals • vintage designer runway earrings necklace MEASUREMENTS • 17.5" long by 0.75" wide CONDITION • excellent vintage ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR S/S 2013 "Dior in Me" Flower Plexiglass Neckpiece by RAF SIMONS
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
CHRISTIAN DIOR S/S 2013 "Dior in Me" Flower Plexiglass Neckpiece by RAF SIMONS. A limited edition neckpiece in which electric blue version was sold only in Europe; lovely pale muave sold in USA only...
$315Sale Price|25% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR blue marble logo star charm black leather short choker
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR blue marble logo star charm black leather short choker Reference: AAWC/A01036 Brand: Dior Designer: Maria Grazia Chiuri Material: Metal, Leather Color: Black, Blue Pat...
Dior Necklace / Belt with Large Links Holding Charms
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Golden metal sautoir / belt with large links holding charms representing a violin and keys of G. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimen...
Christian Dior Long Golden Metal Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Long golden metal necklace with a golden metal 'D' pendant. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: from 78 cm to 88 cm SKU:BC120
Vintage 1967 CHRISTIAN DIOR 10 Strands Chain Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1967 CHRISTIAN DIOR 10 Strands Chain Necklace Measurements: Chain drop at the centre: 6.88 inches (17.5 cm) Wearable Length: 19.68 inches (50 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR. - 10 Strands of chain necklace. - Signed 1967 CHRISTIAN DIOR Germany...
Vintage 1971 CHRISTIAN DIOR Double Oval Green Pendant Chain Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1971 CHRISTIAN DIOR Double Oval Green Pendant Chain Necklace Measurements: Pendant Height: 2.36 inches (6 cm) Wearable Length: 15.94 inches until 18.70 inches (40.5 cm until...
Christian dior necklace / belt
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Golden metal belt / necklace with rhinestones. A Collection circa 1990, under the artistic direction of Gianfranco Ferré. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: ...
$636Sale Price|20% Off
1962 Christian Dior Signed Honey Graduated Bead Resin Double Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Christian Dior necklace from 1962 features a double-strand construction with graduated round beads. It is composed of honey-colored resin beads that increase in size toward the ...
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Large Oval White Pearl Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Oval White Pearl Curled Bar Crystals Drop Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. Marked 'Chr....
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Crystal Charms & Silver-Tone Chain Pendent Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Christian Dior Crystal Charms & Silver-Tone Chain Pendant Necklace is a stunning piece that effortlessly combines elegance and playful charm. Crafted from a sleek silver-tone met...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Logo Beaded Necklace and Earrings Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Logo Beaded Necklace and Earrings Set Measurements: EARRINGS Height: 0.78 inch (2 cm) Width: 0.66 inch (1.7 cm)...
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Arrow Crystals Square Triangle Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Unisex Crystals Square Circle Arrow Triangle Pendant Modernist Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Not any stones lost. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '...
Gold Plate
Vintage Christian Dior Mogul Braided Disc Logo Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Christian Dior Mogul Braided Disc Logo Necklace Measurements: Height: 4 6/8 inches (center part) Wearable Length: 17 inches Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN DIOR. - Cas...
Christian Dior Silvery Metal Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Silvery metal monogrammed choker necklace. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: from 33 cm to 38 cm SKU:BC104
$944Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Dior J'ADIOR Choker Necklace in Aged Gold
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your accessory game with this Necklace in aged gold metal, a stunning choker from the renowned brand Christian Dior. Measuring 15 inches, this exquisite piece features the ic...
Mixed Metal, Steel
Christian Dior Vintage Lapis Navy Oval Crystals Cabochon Chain Long Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Lapis Navy Blue Oval Cabochon Foil Stones Crystals Charm Chain Interlocked Long Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. very new. Only one ...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior choker necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Silvery metal short necklace with rhinestones. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 43 cm SKU:BC85
Dior Set of Necklace and a Bracelet in Silvery Metal
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Set composed of a necklace and a bracelet in silvery metal with grey and mauve ribbons. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Necklace length: fr...
Dior Pearl Necklace Assembled with Knots, 1990s
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Costume Baroque pearl necklace assembled with knots. Jewelry from the 1990s. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 67 c...
Dior by John Galliano c2003 Amethyst-Look Necklace with Bow Detail
By Christian Dior
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Designer Background: Under John Galliano's visionary direction, Dior in the early 2000s embraced a unique blend of theatricality and elegance, often drawing on vintage motifs with a ...
Christian Dior Lapis Diamond Bow Pendant Yellow Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bow Pendant Necklace by Christian Dior. With 12x round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weig...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 White Oval Pearl Gold Semi Circle Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearl Double Semi Circle Shining Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss at back, ...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Knot Bow Water Drop Pearl Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Knot Bow Water Drop Pearl Crystals Dangle Drop Pendant Elegant Modernist Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Constructed from...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Pearl Water Drop Marquise Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Clear Water Drop Pearl Marquise Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Good condition. Very beautiful but some colour loss. A scratch on f...
Gold Plate
Dior Red and Gold Glass Beads Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Long necklace composed of three strings of red and gold glass beads on a gilded metal setting. Additional information: Dimensions: Length...
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior Gold-Tone Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior gold-tone chain necklace featuring Dior a thin chain, a center medal with a CD signature embellished with a faux-pearl and a logo fastening. In good vintage condition...
Ch. Dior maple leaves necklace, sign. Ch. Dior Germany gold plated 1990s
By Christian Dior
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About Very interesting, beautiful Christian Dior necklace consisting of 7 maple leaves, each set with a set of rhinestones. Some of the stones are cut or round. Each leaf is rolled u...
Crystal, Gold Plate
Christian Dior Gold-Tone Medal Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior Gold-tone medal necklace featuring a large center strass medal, a logo fastening, an adjustable fit, spring-ring fastening. Length: 16.54in. (42cm) Circa: 1980s In goo...
Christian Dior Vintage Diamond Gripoix Sapphire Emerald Ruby Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Sapphire Emerald Ruby Gripoix Crystals Diamond Triangle Pendant Openwork Ribbed Snake Omega Choker Adjustable Elegant Modernist Necklace, Gold Ton...
Gold Plate
$2,701
Christian Dior necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Long costume pearl necklace with rhinestoned golden metal rings, linked with a golden metal circular pendant ornamented with rhinestones and a costume pearly drop. Condition:...
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Logo Insignia Medallion Tiered Pearl Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Logo Insignia Medallion Tiered Pearl Choker Necklace MEASUREMENTS: Height: 2.16 inches (5.5 cm) Wearable Length: 13.38 inches to 15.15 inches (34 cm to 38.5 c...
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Geometric Ribbed Omega Snake Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Geometric Pendant Ribbed Omega Snake Choker Collar Modernist Chunky Statement Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colou...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Oval White Pearl Aurora Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Oval Aurora White Pearl Rectangle Circle Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% Genuine....
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Asymmetric Water Drop Logo CD Spiral Openwork Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic Asymmetric Leaf Logo CD Spiral Water Drop Openwork Necklace Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Maybe light scratches ...
Gold Plate
$337Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Christian Dior Enameled Logo Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Stylish 1980s Christian Dior Logo Plaque Pendant Necklace, featuring a vertical plaque enameled pendant adorned with the iconic CD logo, crafted and marked with "chr. Dior" Conditio...
Enamel
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Gold Tone Spellout Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gold tone snake chain necklace featuring a movable spellout DIOR logo. Lobster clasp closure. Embossed DIOR. Indicative measurements : length from approx. 3...
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior Vintage Pearls White Oval Whole Crystals Relief Swirl Drop 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearls Whole Crystals Relief Swirl Link 2 Set Dangle Drop Clip Earrings Necklace Elegant Modernist 2 Gift Jewellery Set, Gold Tone Very excel...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Green Enamel Crystals Leaf Flower Omega Mesh 4 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Green Enamel Crystals Leaf Flower Omega Mesh Collar Necklace Clip Earrings Openwork Brooch Bangle Bracelet Cuff Exquisite Chunky Statement Elegant Modern...
Gold Plate
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Choker Necklace with Dangling Balls
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dior Gold Choker Necklace with Dangling Balls Circa 2000. This necklace is so chic. All gold balls dangle except for three silver bells. I ...
Mixed Metal
CHRISTIAN DIOR Set included necklace and monogram earrings logo DIOR
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR. Very pretty set consisting of a necklace and a pair of earrings. Dior logo monogram. The necklace is adjustable. The measurements are shown in the photo. The earrings...
Christian Dior Vintage Gold White Enamel Triangle Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Beige White Enamel Diamond Triangle Crystals Chunky Pendant Modernist Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% genuine...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Sunburst Flower White Oval Pearls Crystals 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Flower Sunburst White Oval Pearls Crystals Pendant Gift Set Elegant Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. Not any stones ...
Gold Plate
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR by GALLIANO Monogram Charm Flower Enamel Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR by GALLIANO Monogram Charm Flower Enamel Necklace Measurements: Height: 1 inch (2.5 cm) Wearable Length: 14....
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Double Crystals Chain Interlocked Linked 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Double Whole Crystals Chain Interlocked Linked Choker Collar Necklace Bracelet 2 Gift Jewellery Set, Gold Tone Very good condition. Maybe some li...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Pearl Crystals Sparkling Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Oval White Pearl Sparkling Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Not any stones lost. Small peel off on faux pearl, barely...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Jewelled Gold Tone Chain Sautoir Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage gorgeous gold toned chain sautoir necklace featuring faux gem glass cabochons (sapphire, ruby, emerald) and clear crystals. Lobster clasp closure. Embossed C...
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Toned Starlight Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage starlight necklace featuring textured gold toned celestial dome links embellished with clear crystals simulating brighting stars. Adjustable hook clasp closur...
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 White Round Pearls Crystals Trio Cluster Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 White Round Pearls Crystals Trio Cluster Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Very beautiful. Not any stones lost. 100% genuin...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Gold Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Long Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Unisex Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Rectangle Pendant tassel Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. Marked 'C...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Oval Double Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearl Double Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Mater...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Red Ruby Cube Circle Crystals Triangle Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ruby Red Cube Circle Crystals Triangle Pendant Elegant Modernist Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss. 100% Genuine...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Rose De Vents Mother Of Pearl Diamond Long Yellow Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Mother Of Pearl Dior Rose De Vents Long Necklace by Christian Dior. With 9x Mother of Pearl Stones - 11.5mm 9x Round Brilli...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Pink Flower Clover Emerald Dots Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Pink Clover Flower Cross Emerald Green Dots Crystals Row Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Only one green stone shade is deeper th...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Faux Jade Pendant
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
1970's Christian Dior Pendant in gilded metal and faux jade bakelite. Large domed pendant hangs from chunky gilt chaining signed by Grosse who manufactured f...
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior – Vintage Rope Chain Necklace with Blue Cabochon Stones
By Christian Dior
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Christian Dior – Vintage Rope Chain Necklace with Blue Cabochon Stones This elegant vintage necklace by Christian Dior showcases a refined balance between bold design and timeless s...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Iconic Gold Logo Monogram CD Openwork Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic Logo CD Monogram Trio Crystals Elegant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeabl...
Gold Plate
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Silver Tone Figural Charm Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver tone chain necklace embellished with figural charms. Lobster clasp closure. Embossed DIOR on the padlock charms. Indicative measurements : length app...
CHRISTIAN DIOR nude J'ADIOR FRIENDSHIP Bracelet Set of 2
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior friendship bracelet set is crafted in nude cotton and features the iconic J'ADIORembroidery across each ban...
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Crystals Flower Mesh Omega Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearl Crystals Flower Mesh Woven Omega Chunky Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Not any scratches or colour loss, only small...
Gold Plate