Vogue April 1, 1947. "Christian Dior, new house with new vigor, new ideas, here makes a variation of his market-woman skirt—stiffened, standout, pleated at a low mark. The hat is by Maud Roser Two 1940s British models attempt to achieve Christian Dior's New Look by wearing the latest 1940s shape-wear -From the Pathe's film archive.
It was clear that "Christian Dior" was now no longer just a name. It had become a symbol of anticipating the future, of breaking past boundaries, and of pursuing a new image — a "New Look.". Following the success of the 1947 "New Look," Dior remained at the top of the fashion world until his death in 1957. Within those ten years
"As long as Hitler controls Paris," declared one American journalist, "Paris will never control fashion." Taking these words to heart, Christian Dior, then in his 30s, set about waging a war of his own, and as the tanks and fighter jets of the 1940s loomed around him, the designer formed his own résistance against aesthetic oppression.
Featuring rounded shoulders, a cinched waist, a very full skirt, the "New Look" celebrated ultra-femininity and opulence in women's fashion. After years of military and civilian uniforms,
Created by Todd A. Kessler, the show delves into the life of the iconic fashion designer Christian Dior in post-World War II Paris, focusing on building his revolutionary fashion line that came to be known as the"New Look" ."The New Look," an eagerly anticipated biographical drama television series, is set to premiere on Apple TV+ in 2024.
After the war, Christian Dior launched the New Look in Paris, returning women's fashion to an overtly feminine silhouette, while men, women, and children's clothing all began to lean towards the sporty, casual American Look. 1948 - Christian Dior, Evening ensemble. Posted by Kaylee Spiteri | Last updated Jun 16, 2020 | Published on Jun 7, 2020 | 1940-1949, 20th century, garment analysis, LGBTQ+. This Dior evening dress embodies the elegance of Dior's 1948 collection and fashionably exhibits the New Look silhouette of the time. .
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