INFORMATION
Author(s): Florence Müller, Anne Pasternak, Maureen Footer
Print length: 264 pages
Dimensions: 23,62 × 30,48 cm
Format: Hardcover
Price: 1.829.000 đ
Weight: 1.810 g
Publisher: Rizzoli
Publication year: 2021
INTRODUCTION
"Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams" offers a richly illustrated retrospective of the influential Dior fashion house, tracing its legacy from the 1947 “New Look” debut to its evolving presence in contemporary style. The volume focuses especially on Dior’s relationship with the United States, documenting how the house’s French origins have been intertwined with American culture and taste.
The book presents iconic designs by Christian Dior alongside creations by the artistic directors who succeeded him — including Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, John Galliano, Raf Simons and Maria Grazia Chiuri. Featuring contributions from prominent authors and a foreword by Anne Pasternak, the publication accompanies the retrospective exhibition staged at the Brooklyn Museum in 2021.
Visually, it combines archival and contemporary photography — from couture garments, sketches, and runway shows to advertising campaigns and celebrity portraits — to show how Dior has shaped fashion, culture, and identity across decades. These visuals are paired with in-depth essays exploring themes of elegance, innovation, craftsmanship, and global influence. The result is both a historical document and a beautifully designed coffee-table book that appeals to fashion historians, collectors, and admirers of haute couture.
