This week, we’re discussing the extraordinary history of Christian Dior and the designer who reshaped fashion forever.

From the devastation of post WW2 Paris to the revolutionary debut of the “New Look” in 1947, Christian Dior created a vision of glamour, femininity, and fantasy that transformed the fashion industry forver. We explore Dior’s early life, World War II, couture during occupation, the rise of the House of Dior, the evolution of luxury branding, and the legacy that still defines fashion today.

From couture salons to celebrity campaigns, this is the story of how Christian Dior became CHRISTIAN DIOR.

Created and produced by Claire Donald and Tess Bellomo

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SOURCES: Vogue , Vogue on Christian Dior , The New Look, Wikipedia , Glam Observer , Time, The Independent

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