McCord museum: Dior exhibition
w/ Executive team 26th of March, 2021
This is one of my favourite display at the show. The drawing reminds me of a political cartoon. The cover portrays Christian Dior as a crafts man, a very approachable appearance. Today we associate the brand with luxury, class and extravagance, we feel more distant towards it looking up to this billion dollar fashion house. It was nice seeing a historic representation of the brand prior to fame.
Nuoya
The Dior exhibition showcased at the McCord Museum was a sight to see. Christian Dior was able to bring unique looks combining various luxurious textiles, putting together sequins and crystals, and more in order to create a look that would accentuate and beautify a woman’s figure. I admire Dior’s designs for having such versatility, ready for multiple occasions, ranging from romantic looks, like his “Vénus” dress, to comfortable and professional looks as demonstrated with his “Day Suit” dresses. Two of my favourite pieces include the “Audacieuse” two-piece dress created for the Spring-Summer collection of 1955. The dress was inspired from 19th century designs that created clothing with multiple parts for multiple occasions. The design was described to have two upper pieces, one for the afternoon and one for evening occasions to be accompanied with the main corset dress. I adore the simplicity of the dress and the versatility of it, perfect for any occasion. My second favourite design was Christian’s “Vénus” ball dress created for the Autumn-Winter collection of 1949. The dress was created with silk tulle, sequins, and embroidery by Rébé. What I love most about this dress is the romantic and fairy-like feel it presents. It appears so delicate and gentle, the perfect dress to be recognized as the belle of the ball.
Veronica
After seeing the Dior exhibition in Paris last summer, I thought I had learned everything I needed to on Dior but I was definitely wrong! For instance, I found out some of Dior's garments made busts and sleeves all at once to allow for comfort, it was remarkable to see some pieces without any shoulder seems. I also learned his perfumes and cosmetics lines were launched way sooner than I had thought, which was in 1947. One of his perfume and lip stick cap was actually inspired by the Obelisque, the famous French monument Place de la Concorde. I was equally fascinated by the variety of dresses Dior made for each time of the day; afternoon, late afternoon and evening. My favourite was one of the first dresses of the exhibition which belongs to the Ailée collection presented in 1948.
Louise
