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Dior by Dior: The Autobiography of Christian Dior - Hardback

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Christian Dior (1905-1957) found fame with his first collection in 1947 when the "New Look" took the world by world by storm. This charming autobiography gives a fascinating insight into the workings of a great fashion house, while revealing the private man behind the high-profile establishment.

 

Originally published in English in 1957, with a translation by Antonia Fraser, this beautifully designed new edition features three updated plate sections, including iconic photographs of Dior creations by Richard Avedon, Cecil Beaton and Horst P. Horst.

Pages

264

Dimensions

22.8 x 20.3cm (9 x 8in)

ISBN

9781838510497

Colour

Grey

Product code

169998

Book Format

Hardback

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About the exhibition

Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams

Ran from 2 February 2019 to 1 September 2019. This exhibition traced the history and impact of one of the 20th century's most influential couturiers, exploring the enduring influence of the fashion house, and Dior's relationship with Britain.