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Maria Grazia Chiuri Departs Dior After Transformative Tenure

Originally Published 7 months ago — by WWD

Maria Grazia Chiuri is stepping down as Dior's artistic director of women's collections after nine years, during which she significantly contributed to the brand's growth with her feminist-driven storytelling and successful designs. Her successor has not yet been announced, but Jonathan Anderson is expected to take over both men's and women's divisions. Chiuri leaves a lasting legacy at Dior, having expanded the brand's offerings and elevated its global status.

"Jennifer Lawrence's Bold Fashion Statements at Dior's Fall 2024 Show"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter

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Jennifer Lawrence and other celebrities attended Dior's Fall Winter 2024 women’s ready-to-wear show in Paris, where Indian artist Shakuntala Kulkarni's bamboo installation set the stage. Dior’s head of makeup, Peter Phillips, created stress-free beauty looks for the models, and the show featured silhouettes inspired by the late 60s, with a focus on the Miss Dior era and the empowerment of women. The collection showcased trench coat beige, white, orange, pink, and neon green, using gabardine and double cashmere to tell a sartorial story of women conquering the world. Additionally, The Galerie Dior Exhibit in Paris features costumes from Apple TV+’s original series The New Look, which explores the life and career of Christian Dior.

"Rihanna's Modern Twist at Dior's Paris Fashion Week Show"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian

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Dior's haute couture show in Paris reflects the paradox of blockbuster entertainment and intellectual soul-searching, with creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri discussing gender politics and fabric as a raw material in art. The fashion house has become more profitable and high-profile while embracing radical and values-driven initiatives, such as featuring feminist artist Judy Chicago in advertising campaigns and addressing overlooked narratives in fashion history. The show showcased a polished and ladylike collection with a 1950s flavor, reimagining classic designs for the modern world, and highlighting the evolving role of women.

Natalie Portman Shines in Vintage Dress at Cannes Film Festival

Originally Published 2 years ago — by HuffPost

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Natalie Portman stunned at the Cannes Film Festival premiere of her new movie "May December" wearing a modern reimagining of a Christian Dior gown created 74 years ago. The dress, named "Junon," was first part of the fashion house's fall/winter collection in 1949 and is regarded as one of Dior's most coveted designs. Portman's latest performance in "May December," directed by Todd Haynes, received an eight-minute standing ovation at its premiere and drew raves from critics.