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The Story of Christian Dior

Christian Dior's reputation as one of the most important couturiers of the twentieth century was launched in 1947 with his very first collection, in which he introduced the "New Look." Featuring rounded shoulders, a cinched waist, and very full skirt, the New Look celebrated ultra-femininity and opulence in women's fashion. After years of military and civilian uniforms, sartorial restrictions and shortages, Dior offered not merely a new look but a new outlook.

How High ?

How High ? (1953)

Comments on Dior's latest bombshell + skirt that's causing the bother.

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French Fashion Reporter

French Fashion Reporter (1960)

French top fashion reporter, director of Elle, Helene Gordon Lazareff at work and at home.

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New Look Underwear

New Look Underwear (1948)

Woman puts on corset and padding to get right figure to model Christian Dior's "New Look".

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Marlene Dietrich In Paris

Marlene Dietrich In Paris (1949)

Great item shows Marlene Dietrich in Paris, visiting Christian Dior's fashion house.

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Dior 'circus' Comes To Town

Dior 'circus' Comes To Town (1950)

The House of Dior displays its fashions for the Summer season at the Savoy Hotel.

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Fashion Changes In The Air - Paris AKA Dior Fashions

Fashion Changes In The Air - Paris AKA Dior Fashions (1953)

Latest Dior creations from Paris.

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Dior's Fashions For 1955

Dior's Fashions For 1955 (1954)

Various models wearing Dior's 1955 collection.

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Dior Hats For Spring

Dior Hats For Spring (1961)

The fashion house of Dior gives a display of hats for Spring - some with horse racing in mind.

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Why Not A Woman 'dior'?

Why Not A Woman 'dior'? (1958)

Fashion designers debate whether men or women are better at creating outfits.

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'dior' Comes To Blenheim

'dior' Comes To Blenheim (1958)

Yves St. Laurent displays new Dior collection in front of Princess Margaret at Blenheim Palace.

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In The Spring Dior's Fancy

In The Spring Dior's Fancy (1952)

From Paris - exclusive first pictures of Spring styles by Dior.

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Extra ! Fur Fashions

Extra ! Fur Fashions (1969)

Christian Dior and Frederick Castet fur fashion parade in London.

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Christian Dior Dies At Age Of 52

Christian Dior Dies At Age Of 52 (1957)

Dior talking to lady, placing hat on lady, kissing lady, various models wearing Dior designs.

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Paris Fashions For 1969 AKA Paris Fashions 1969

Paris Fashions For 1969 AKA Paris Fashions 1969 (1968)

Various shots of girls modelling Yves St Laurent, Nina Ricci and Ungaro designs in Paris salon.

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Still: Christian Dior Dies At Age Of 52 (1957)

Dior talking to lady, placing hat on lady, kissing lady, various models wearing Dior designs.

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