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Christian Dior sketching a fashion design, 1948
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Christian Dior sketching a fashion design, 1948
In 1947 Christian Dior (1905-1957) created a sensational collection labelled the New Look. His designs centred around gowns with an 18 inch waist, which focused attention on the bust and hips. He paired the nipped in waist with a full skirt, using a large amount of material. These designs were seen as luxuriously extravagant because of the rationing that was still in force, following the Second World War. Dior developed his talents through a study of art which included painting, magazine illustration and European architecture
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, Christian Dior (1905-1957) is captured in the act of creating, his focus intently fixed on the sketchpad before him. The year is 1948, and the French fashion designer is in the midst of designing what would become one of the most influential collections in fashion history: the New Look. The New Look, unveiled in 1947, marked a radical departure from the utilitarian, practical clothing that had dominated during and after the Second World War. Dior's designs centred around gowns with an 18-inch waist, which drew attention to the bust and hips. He paired the nipped-in waist with a full skirt, using a large amount of material. These designs were seen as luxuriously extravagant due to the ongoing rationing that was still in force at the time. Dior's talents were not born out of the fashion industry alone. He developed them through a deep study of art, including painting, magazine illustration, and European architecture. In this photograph, we see the artist at work, his hand poised above the sketchpad, ready to bring his vision to life. The photograph is a testament to the creative process, capturing the moment of inspiration and the dedication of a true artist. The New Look collection was a sensation, and its influence can still be seen in fashion today. The photograph serves as a reminder of Dior's enduring impact on the world of fashion and the importance of art in shaping our cultural landscape.
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