Dior: history of the fashion house and current events in Paris

Published by Audrey de Sortiraparis · Photos by Audrey de Sortiraparis · Published on December 31, 2023 at 06:13 p.m.
Since its first fashion show in 1947, marking the era of the New Look, the House of Dior has never ceased to embody elegance and innovation. Eminent couturiers have perpetuated its legacy over the decades in the heart of 30 Montaigne, the cradle of Dior and its icons. Get caught up in Dior's fabulous history and find out what's new at the brand in Paris.

Founded by Christian Dior in 1946, the House of Dior has forged a legendary history of elegance and innovation in the world of haute couture. On February 12, 1947, the very first Dior show marked the advent of the"New Look" and its emblematic Bar suit, revolutionizing post-war fashion with feminine, luxurious and elegant silhouettes.

After Christian Dior's untimely death in 1957, Yves Saint Laurent took over the reins and created the Trapeze silhouette. Other talented couturiers followed, such as Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, John Galliano, Raf Simons and finally Maria Grazia Chiuri, each bringing their own singular vision.

Beyond haute couture, Dior has extended its expertise to perfumery, starting with the famous Miss Dior fragrance, and to jewelry with sumptuous creations. In leather goods, the Lady Dior bag has become an icon of the brand.

The private mansion at 30 Montaigne, an emblematic address in Paris, became the Maison's headquarters, embodying its heritage and commitment to timeless elegance.

Today, Dior 's innovation and creative audacity endure, with each collection revealing unprecedented know-how and craftsmanship. Artistic directors reinterpret the House's iconic designs, fusing heritage and avant-garde to shape the fashion of tomorrow.

Noël 2024 à Paris : rendez-vous au Café éphémère Dior au 30 Montaigne, pour des fêtes coutureNoël 2024 à Paris : rendez-vous au Café éphémère Dior au 30 Montaigne, pour des fêtes coutureNoël 2024 à Paris : rendez-vous au Café éphémère Dior au 30 Montaigne, pour des fêtes coutureNoël 2024 à Paris : rendez-vous au Café éphémère Dior au 30 Montaigne, pour des fêtes couture Christmas 2024 in Paris: visit the Café éphémère Dior at 30 Montaigne for couture festivities
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Celebrate the festive season with elegance and refinement thanks to the Dior Yule Log, available at 30 Montaigne from December 14, 2024. A sweet couture creation by chefs Jean Imbert and Romuald Bizart, for a highly stylish New Year's Eve meal. [Read more]

Visuel Paris - Crédit municipal - mont de piétéVisuel Paris - Crédit municipal - mont de piétéVisuel Paris - Crédit municipal - mont de piétéVisuel Paris - Crédit municipal - mont de piété Exhibition and auction of Hermès, Vuitton, Chanel and Dior luxury bags, jewelry and scarves
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The Orangerie at the Château de Versailles welcomes "Chambre de soie", Eva Jospin's monumental work from June 18 to September 29, 2024. Inspired by nature and architectural follies, this 350 m2 embroidery offers an immersive promenade, blending the grandiose setting of the site with the meticulousness and preciousness of thread creation. Ready for a couture immersion in the gardens of Versailles? [Read more]

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Avenue Montaigne and Rue François 1er are transformed into an ephemeral gallery from September 12 to 15, 2024, for the new edition of the Promenade pour un Objet d'Exception. On the program? 26 luxury brands - from Chanel to Dior, Gucci to Jacquemus - reveal iconic pieces and works of art chosen or designed for the occasion. [Read more]

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What do Lady Gaga, Aya Nakamura and Céline Dion have in common? Their Dior-designed stage outfits, sported at the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Good news! These haute couture creations, which practically stole the show at the ceremony, are joining the Galerie Dior fashion exhibition until September 30, 2024! [Read more]

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This Friday, the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games was no match for Fashion Week! The banks of the Seine were transformed into a veritable catwalk, where stars and athletes competed in glamour. But who were the fashion houses and young designers behind these dazzling stage costumes? [Read more]

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While Fashion Week Haute Couture is making the capital shine, until Sunday June 30, 2024 you too can step into the Dior show set, in the heart of the Rodin Museum sculpture garden. Project yourself into the atmosphere of the show and discover the monumental embroidered works in this Dior showcase! [Read more]

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The "Nuit Dansée et Nuit Romaine" ballets will plunge you into the harmonious world of fashion and dance, from April 26 to 28, 2024. The dancers of the Opera of Rome, adorned in magnificent Dior costumes, will enchant the stage of the Palais des Congrès in Paris for three enchanting nights. [Read more]

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For Epiphany 2024, the House of Dior reveals its latest pastry creation: the Dior galette des Rois. Created by chefs Jean Imbert, Romuald Bizart and Camille Lochouarn, this poetic culinary masterpiece will grace your tables with elegance on January 6. [Read more]

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Christian Dior will soon be the focus of a biopic, produced by Elsa Zylberstein. Set in Paris from 1947 to 1957, the film promises to reveal the mysterious personality of Monsieur Dior, his rise in the fashion world and the intimate moments of his life. Here's what we already know. [Read more]

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The Galerie Dior is the must-see spot for fashion lovers in Paris! Located in the historic mansion at 30 Montaigne, it invites visitors to plunge into the heart of the fabulous universe of the House of Christian Dior. Between heritage(s) and reinvention, discover the new exhibition route of this cultural showcase, through a succession of immersive scenographies brought together in this veritable little museum. [Read more]

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The mythical Dior address at 30 Avenue Montaigne reopens its doors and reveals its new face. Renovated and redesigned, this is a new address that should seduce all fashion addicts but also fine gourmets in search of a gourmet café or a refined restaurant. [Read more]

Le SPA DIOR et la piscine du Cheval Blanc ParisLe SPA DIOR et la piscine du Cheval Blanc ParisLe SPA DIOR et la piscine du Cheval Blanc ParisLe SPA DIOR et la piscine du Cheval Blanc Paris Cheval Blanc Paris Dior Spa opens
Cheval Blanc Paris, the famous and highly awaited hotel set in the former Samaritaine, unveils the first DIOR SPA. Open to all starting from September 7, 2021, this Spa provides you with a whole range of treatments for an enchanted break. Extend this break with the magnificent and huge 98.42ft-long swimming pool! [Read more]

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