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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NEW Christian Dior SS 2002 Galliano Blue Bow Pointed Toe Heeled Booties 41.5
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
NEW Christian Dior SS 2002 Galliano Blue Bow Pointed Toe Heeled Booties 41.5 Color Pale Blue Size 41.5EU Heel Height 3.5in Leather and canvas upper Leat...
Dior pumps shoes with bridles
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Brown leather pumps with bridles. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Size 39 1/2 SKU:CH89
$1,115
Christian Dior brown hat
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Brown rabbit hat topped with a wide corduroy ribbon. A Collection circa 2000 under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Condition: Very good condition D...
Christian Dior - Diorissimo Resort 2005 Logo Flowers Bucket Hat
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Iba, PH
Diorissimo Resort 2005 Logo Flowers Bucket Hat. Pink and white bucket hat adorned with a logo flowers Diorissimo print from the resort 2005 collection by...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Beaded Shawl
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
John Galliano for Christian Dior Art Deco inspired long shawl of black silk georgette which is a doubled tube with Art Deco patterned beading in jet and hematite seed beads on both...
Vintage Christian Dior By Galliano Statement Logo Silk Necktie 2000s
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous Vintage Dior D Logo Necktie. Tie a little silk around your neck for your finishing touch and make it Dior. The leather embellished designer logo...
Christian Dior hat Winter 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Foal-like calfskin hat witn zebra print, a black corduroy ribbon, and a bow. Size 58 indicated. 2004 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Jo...
$1,196Sale Price|20% Off
2000s Christian Dior by John Galliano Knit Brown Sable Mink Fur Scarf
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous brown knit mink Christian Dior scarf designed by John Galliano. From the early 2000s, this luxurious scarf is the perfect addition t...
Dior John Galliano Red Double Buckle Snakeskin Peep Toe Platform Pumps 39.5
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Dior John Galliano Red Double Buckle Snakeskin Peep Toe Platform Pumps 39.5 Color Red Size 39.5 Heel Height 4.75in Watersnake and suede upper Leather sole Sculpted high heel D’orsa...
Christian dior hair jewelry
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Silvery metal hairclip set with pearly cabochons and rhinestones. A Collection circa 2000 under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Condition: Very good condition Dimen...
Dior Galliano 2006 Runway Black Leather Western Over the Knee Boots 37
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in San Jose, CA
Christian Dior black leather over the knee-high boots from the coveted John Galliano era, featured on the Fall 2006 runway. Rare designer boots that blend western, equestrian, biker...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 pink rex rabbit fur headband
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall Winter 2004 pink rex fox fur and leather headband, Dior silver metal plate name on the front, leather stretchy on the back, one size. Collector i...
F/W 2003 Christian Dior by John Galliano Green Yellow Wrap Bandage Sunglasses
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pair of green and yellow Christian Dior wrap sunglasses designed by John Galliano. From the Fall/Winter 2003 collection, these fabulo...
Green and ink blue leather boots by John Galliano for Christian Dior Circa 2000
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2000France A pair of high-heeled boots in ink-blue and green leather by Christian Dior under the direction of John Galliano, dating from the early 2000s. The shape is at once ...
Rare Dior by John Galliano 2003 Dior Bandage 2 Sunglasses
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano 2003 Dior Bandage 2 sunglasses in degrade color pale pink and white. Condition: Really good. Packing/...
Christian Dior by Galliano Diorissimo Logo Bucket Hat 2004 SZ 56
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior Galliano Oblique Jacquard Bucket Hat Diorissimo Trotter A black canvas bucket hat decorated with the iconic Diorissimo print and a logo plaque created by John Galliano for Chris...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 collection black denim and lace hat
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 collection black denim and lace hat, size 57 it fits small and medium. Monigram oblique print inside. Amazing shape
$1,153
Dior fur collar
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Black, brown, and white fur collar. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 190 cm SKU:FFD14
John Galliano for Christian Dior Art Print Silk Scarf circa Y2K
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This John Galliano for Christian Dior Art Print Silk Scarf from the circa Y2K era is a stunning example of high-fashion accessory design. Crafted from luxurious silk, it features an ...
Christian Dior 2004 Vintage Trotter Embroidery black D bucket hat
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Vintage Trotter Embroidery black D bucket hat A black bucket hat decorated with the iconic Diorissimo print and a logo plaque created by John Galliano for Christian D...
Dior Gitane Gipsy 2004 Galliano silk scarf
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior Gitane Gipsy 2004 Galliano silk scarf Excellent condition Silk scarf
Christian Dior FW 2001 Faux Denim Hat
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Christian Dior FW 2001 Faux Denim Hat, a remarkable creation by John Galliano for Christian Dior that embodies the designer's in...
Dior leather sandals
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Golden and brown leather open sandals. Size 38 1/2. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Size 38 1/2 SKU:CH56
F/W 2001 Rare Vintage John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Scarf
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Rare Vintage John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Scarf F/W 2001 100% Silk Excellent condition Highly collectible!
F/W 1997 Christian Dior by John Galliano White Fox Fur Trim Leather Gloves
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Christian Dior's Fall/Winter 1997 collection by John Galliano, these luxurious leather gloves feature an elegant white fox fur trim. Approximate Measurements: Palm Width: 4" ac...
Dior by John Galliano logo monogram oblique black cap
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Dior by John Galliano monogram oblique black cap size 58 it can fit small and medium.
2002 Dior Galliano 2002 cashmere scarf
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior Galliano 2002 cashmere scarf Product type: Scarves and shawls ConditionExcellent Color: Red For whom: Women 100% cashmere Famous "Miss Dior" print Length 123 cm / 48.43 inc...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Trotter Monogram Baseball Cap
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Christian Dior by John Galliano 2002 Trotter Monogram Baseball Cap, a timeless and iconic accessory that epitomizes luxury and style...
57 Dior Galliano Dior Trotter Charms Monogram Oblique Bucket Hat Diorissimo 57
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dior Galliano Dior Trotter Charms Monogram Oblique Bucket Hat Diorissimo 57 Christian Dior bucket hat in the designer's most recognizable pri...
Christian dior hat Winter 2004
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Foal-like calfskin hat witn animal print, a black corduroy ribbon, and a bow. Size 58 indicated. 2004 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of J...
Christian Dior leather belt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for 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...
Dior John Galliano Retro Vintage I Love Dior Leopard Print Chelsea Boots 41.5
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Dior John Galliano Retro Vintage I Love Dior Leopard Print Chelsea Boots 41.5 Color Multi Size 41.5EU Heel Height 1in Leather and fabric upper Rubber sole Ankle high shaft length L...
Dior Galliano 2006 Bondage Heels Black Lace Up Pumps 38.5
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in San Jose, CA
Authentic Vintage Dior Galliano bondage lace-up pumps from the iconic Fall 2006 era. Black leather with corset lacing, quilted detailing, pointed toes, and slender stiletto heels, th...
NWT Christian Dior Galliano new cashmere gloves
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Christian Dior Galliano new cashmere gloves, size 7 New condition with tags
Dior Fabric and Leather Belt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Italy) Fabric and leather belt. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length : 80 cm - Width : 5 cm Seller Reference: ACC41
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