Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring 2008 Lilac Draped Silk Gown

Christian Dior

Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring 2008 Lilac Draped Silk Gown

Name: Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring 2008 Lilac Draped Silk Gown
Brand: Christian Dior
Price: 4600.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$4,600.00

Condition: VERY GOOD

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Condition Report

Very good, approximately 8/10. There are a couple of tiny snags and a pulled thread on the back, barely noticeable.

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GOOD

VERY GOOD

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PRISTINE

Condition Details

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Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring 2008 lilac silk gown, a beautifully documented runway piece from Galliano’s romantic era at Dior.

This gown was seen on the Spring 2008 runway, modeled by Mariya Markina, and was also photographed on Natalia Vodianova by Steven Meisel for the January 2008 issue of Vogue. It was later worn by Monica Bellucci to the Women’s World Awards at Vienna Stadthalle on February 5, 2009 in Vienna, Austria, making it an especially desirable piece for collectors of documented Galliano-era Dior.

Cut in fluid lilac silk, the gown features an elongated, body-skimming silhouette with soft architectural draping across the bodice. The wide gathered straps cross beautifully through the front and back, framing the neckline while creating sculptural folds across the bust. A signature row of fabric-covered buttons runs down the side, adding a refined couture-like detail and emphasizing the graceful vertical line of the dress.

Elegant, sensual, and unmistakably Dior by Galliano, this piece captures the softness and cinematic glamour of the Spring 2008 collection.

Credit:

Christian Dior S/S 2008 runway and backstage, model Mariya Markina

Natalia Vodianova by Steven Meisel for the January 2008 issue of Vogue

Monica Bellucci arrives for the Women's World Awards at Vienna Stadthalle on February 5, 2009 in Vienna, Austria.

Size

Labeled FR40 / GB12 / IT44 / D38 / US8, but runs approximately two sizes small compared to modern sizing. Please use measurements as a guide.
Measurements: Bust 36" (91.4 cm) / Waist 28" (71.1 cm) / Hips 38" (96.5 cm) / Length 61.5–64" (156.2–162.6 cm).

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