Jonathan Anderson Channels Lynda Benglis for Dior Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026–2027
During Paris Haute Couture Week at the Musée Rodin, Dior unveiled its Fall/Winter 2026–2027 collection, curated by creative director Jonathan Anderson. The event, titled "Grammar of Forms" (July 7–12), showcased a blend of new couture designs, pieces from the Dior archive, and artworks by American sculptor Lynda Benglis, some of which were displayed in France for the first time. Anderson highlighted the parallels between Benglis's innovative use of materials and the sculptural nature of couture. The collection was influenced by Benglis's ties to Ahmedabad, India, featuring floral details and 18th-century chintz fabrics on Dior bags. Accessories included four bag styles in collaboration with Benglis: Dior Cigale, Dior Bow, a new Lady Dior, and Petit Dîner, alongside footwear and jewelry inspired by her Peacock series.
Key facts
- Dior Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026–2027 presented at Musée Rodin during Paris Haute Couture Week.
- Collection conceived by Jonathan Anderson as a response to Lynda Benglis's work.
- Exhibition 'Grammar of Forms' on show set July 7–12, 2026, featuring Dior archive, new couture, and Benglis artworks.
- Some Benglis artworks exhibited in France for the first time.
- Collection inspired by Benglis's Peacock series, begun in late 1970s, and her time in Ahmedabad, India.
- 18th-century chintz fabrics used on Dior bags.
- Four bag shapes co-created with Benglis: Dior Cigale, Dior Bow, Lady Dior, Petit Dîner.
- Jewelry made in France and India, including Jaipur, with Peacock-inspired motifs.
- Benglis has a home and studio in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
- Exhibition hours: July 7, 2–6:30 p.m.; July 8–12, 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Dior
- Musée Rodin
- Whitewall
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Ahmedabad
- Gujarat
- India
- Santa Fe
- New Mexico
- Jaipur
- Rajasthan