Christian Dior Coffee Table Book Christianne Vauzelles This innovation meant that women

This innovation meant that women were no longer restricted to following on foot and could participate more actively in equestrian pursuits

as the brand began as a saddle and harness manufacturer in 1837

Black & gold

Yellow Materials

One-of-a-kind from assorted Dior silk scarves

Christian Dior Coffee Table Book Christianne Vauzelles This innovation meant that womenHaute couture gowns by Christian Dior and the illustrious creative directors who followed himYves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferr, John Galliano, Raf Simons, and Maria Grazia Chiuriare showcased here, atmospherically photographed by Laziz Hamani. Archival materialincluding design sketches by Christian Diorand press and fashion photography provide colorful context, amplified by introductory texts to each section by V&A fashion curator Oriole