DIOR. The History of the Fashion House

In 1947, in Paris, which was still recovering from the Nazi occupation, an idealist couturier named Christian Dior opened his Fashion House. His first collection was highly anticipated, and as the models walked through the elegant gray halls of his salon, the audience held their breath… Christian Dior's thrilling ascent to the pinnacle of Paris haute couture is one of the most captivating stories in 20th-century fashion. By combining a modern vision with the traditions of French luxury, he created the New Look silhouette, revolutionizing the wardrobes of millions of women. This book tells the story of Christian Dior's early years, the creation of the brand, the triumph of haute couture collections, his famous admirers, and the evolution of the House under the leadership of Maria Grazia Chiuri. Over 100 carefully selected illustrations will help take you on a journey through time with the most famous brand — one that still has the final word in luxury today.