Jérôme Gautier's 'Dior. New Looks' Charts Christian Dior's Rise
In 1919, a fortune teller told young Christian Dior that women would bring him success. This prediction proved accurate, as Dior would go on to become a celebrated couturier. Jérôme Gautier's book 'Dior. New Looks', published by Thames & Hudson, explores this trajectory. The volume traces Dior's evolution from adolescence to his establishment as a fashion icon, emphasizing his relationships with women as a central theme. The book was reviewed in artpress issue n°433, May 2016, page 83.
Key facts
- In 1919, a fortune teller told Christian Dior that women would bring him success.
- Christian Dior became a successful fashion designer.
- Jérôme Gautier authored the book 'Dior. New Looks'.
- The book was published by Thames & Hudson.
- The book explores Dior's career and his relationships with women.
- The review appeared in artpress n°433, May 2016, page 83.
Entities
Artists
- Christian Dior
- Jérôme Gautier
Institutions
- Thames & Hudson
- artpress
Sources
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