The History of Dior | Hello Fashion | Kate Young
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- čas přidán 27. 07. 2024
- In the world of luxury fashion, Dior’s richness of history is practically unparalleled. On this episode, I visit the Brooklyn Museum’s “Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams” exhibition and walk through the house’s aesthetic evolution-one that’s been shaped by changes in style, historical context, and creative leadership.
I begin with the conception of the brand by Christian Dior in 1946. French women’s clothing at the time was utilitarian and pared down to the essential, as World War II had recently ended. Dior made headlines with his “New Look” design, an hourglass style characterized by a wasp waist and a full skirt. Dior’s designs soon attracted attention in America, and the house quickly became internationally recognized. Next I delve into Dior’s successors, which include Yves Saint Laurent, Mark Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, John Galliano, Raf Simons, and Maria Grazia Chiuri, each of whom has left their own distinct mark on the brand.
While Dior will inspire interest for decades to come, it is made exceptional because of its storied past as well as the codes that have become embedded in its foundation over time. Not every house could have an exhibition like the one at the Brooklyn Museum. Very few houses have created so much beauty, over so much time, and in so many ways.
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Theme music: Cate Le Bon (www.catelebon.com)
Credits:
Dior: www.dior.com
References (by order of appearance):
Dovima with Elephants (1955)
Elizabeth Taylor, Actress
Lauren Bacall, Actress
Rita Hayworth, Actress
Jennifer Lawrence, Actress
Nicole Kidman, Actress
The Christian Dior Toile Room
Spring/Summer Collection (2007)
Christian Dior, founder of Christian Dior
Christian Dior's Gallery (1920s)
Christian Dior with artists Salvador and Gala Dalí, Victor Grandpierre and Jacques Benita in Barcelona, Spain (1956)
The World of Monsieur Dior in his Own Words (1949)
Carmel Snow, Editor
Parsons School of Design
Spring/Summer Collection (1947)
Renee Breton, Model
The Bar Suit “Afternoon Ensemble”
Ecru Natural Shantung Jacket and Black Pleated Wool Crepe Skirt
Spring/Summer Collection (1947)
Spring/Summer Collection (1949)
The Acacias Suit
The Bar Jackets by Maria Grazia Chiuri
Miss Dior - The new Eau de Parfum, 2017
Yves Saint Laurent, Fashion Designer
Christian Dior’s Atelier, Paris (1959)
Tessa Beaumont, Dancer
Yves Saint Laurent’s Dior Debut, Paris (1958)
Christian Dior at a Feast of St. Catherine (1950s)
Madame Delahaye, Fortune Teller
Yves Saint Laurent Documentary, Courtesy SND Films
Spring/Summer Collection (1958)
“Bonnes Vacances” Trapeze-line Day Dress
Marc Bohan, Fashion Designer
Spring/Summer Collection (1961)
Fall/Winter Collection (1961)
Short Rosine Dress in Water-Repellent Ivory Silk
Spring/Summer Collection (1972)
Afternoon Dress in Orange Woolen Jersey
The Dior Fashion Show By Bohan (1961)
Gianfranco Ferré, Fashion Designer
Spring/Summer Collection (1992)
Autumn/Winter Collection (1996)
Spring/Summer Collection (1993)
Christy Turlington, Model
John Galliano, Fashion Designer
Spring/Summer Collection (2007)
Fall/Winter Collection (1997)
Naomi Campbell, Model
Spring/Summer Collection (2004)
Madame X Meets Klimt collection, Spring/Summer (2008)
Chanel Iman, Model
Charlize Theron, Actress
Christian’s Dior 60th Anniversary (2007)
Christian Dior Bob Marley Saddle Bag by John Galliano
Raf Simons, Fashion Designer
Diane Kruger, Actress
Fall/Winter Collection (2012)
Keira Knightley, Actress
Natalie Portman, Actress
Maria Grazia Chiuri, Fashion Designer
Spring/Summer Collection (2017)
Fall/Winter Collection (2019)
Christian Dior Spring 2020, embroidered banner by Judy Chicago
Spring/Summer Collection (2021)
Maria Grazia Chiuri and Mickalene Thomas Collaboration (2020)
Spring/Summer Collection (2020)
Fall/Winter Collection (1955)
Elizabeth Taylor, Actress
Marilyn Monroe, Actress
Nicole Kidman, Actress
Tom Cruise, Actor - Jak na to + styl
I'm not that interested in fashion, neither do I want to be a fashion student in the future, but there's something beautiful and magical in learning fashion history from Kate 💗
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I think it’s her clear joy and passion, it comes through as she talks about each & every piece or designer.
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Loving the series, please keep them coming! Love fashion stories as opposed to just another handbag unboxing for the 100th time.
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Dior is one of those houses that evolves with the times, but never truly loses it spirit. That, I believe, is the mark of true art and glamour.
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I've seen the "Christian Dior: designer of dreams" exhibition and was blown away by the history of the house. The bar suit is my favourite ❤️
I’m visiting this weekend! So excited
I can imagine sipping coffee and listen to you talk about fashion for hours ...so relaxing
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I could never have enough of your passion for fashion. Funny how they rhyme too.
These episodes are very entertaining and her way of speaking is very easy to understand.
I love the storytelling style you offer when teaching the history behind each fashion house. It is engaging and enchanting. Perhaps you may select to share the story behind Ferragamo soon!
I LOVE these haute couture history lessons! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
You looked incredible here, specially against the ghosts base dresses, very fitting for the season haha.
Kate, you are an absolute living legend!
I saw the exhibition at London and just loved it!!!! Being a designer myself the toile room was my vision of heaven brought in to life!!!!
Me too 🤍
Another fantastic fashion lesson.
DROOLING!!! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹Please don’t stop making your videos!!!!!!!! I so wish I could see this exhibition!
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Thanks Kate for telling the history of fashion every week. Would love to see a detailed video like this on Ysl and Chanel
Love the way you talk about fashion, pasionate but down to earth.
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As a fan of the history of the House of Dior and the brand itself I have to say that this video is beautiful, simply beautiful. To me, all this designers have done a great job in their times, but John is the best one. And to me Nicole's dress is also one of the best dresses ever produced by Dior and by the industry of fashion in general, and maybe the best to ever be on a red carpet.
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Beautiful to immerse yourself into this lessons weekly
I’m still gagged why this channel is free! ❤️🥰
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I swear Dolce and Gabbana also has something very similar to the bar jacket that they call it signature to their brand. Maybe they were inspired by Dior. But again, Christian Dior is the father of fashion who inspired so many. Loved this video and the homage to him.
I went to Dior exhibition in Paris, Dior dresses are beautiful.
John Galliano couture gowns are real art
I love the way you explain things
I grew up watching Fashion Television with Jeanne Beker in the 90’s, and loved it immensely. This series, and channel as a whole, gives me that same behind the curtain vibe. I love it. I’m no fashionista, but I adore fashion for what it is, and everything it means. Thank you, Kate!
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The chartreuse gown wore by Nicole tooky my breath away too when i saw it as a young girl on the red carpet! Maybe thats why i have this love for chinoiserie to this day. Hands down one of the most memorable Oscars gowns.
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I have been looking for these types of videos for over a year. Thank you.
Yes! I was waiting for this! I fell in love with Dior as a teenager watching Galliano's magic unfold. It was so exciting and we just don't get that much of a 'show' anymore. I miss the drama - the colours, the makeup, the head pieces, the out of this world fashion. Especially also since the passing of Lee McQueen. I also remember being completely blown away by that dress on Nicole Kidman. It was so different. It is the dress I always think of when talking about/watching red carpet fashion.
You've completely made my day. Thank you Kate xxxx
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I just went today and OH MY GODDDD i think i was the happiest ive been this entire semester ive been at school! the enchanted garden was my favorite with a close second being the rainbow wall of color. if you can get to this before it closes i HIGHLYYYYY recommend if nothing else do it to see some truly breathtaking clothing
This series is great and a public service.
One thing that i like about Dior is how how they choose Anya Taylor-Joy as the ambassador. She suits the brand well. Love her looks for Dior too. I hope you talk about her, in the future.
Bravo Kate, Bravo!!!! 👏🏾👏🏼👏🏽👏🏻
This video is wonderful. Thank you for taking the time and your love for the house of Dior is obvious.
I truly believe the sudden disappearance of Mr.Dior added to the mysticism and code that Yves and John carried forwards. Beautifully illustrated Kate! Always a pleasure seeing you dive into knowledge and taking us with you!
I miss the intro where you say- Hello Fashion! It’s got a real hook to it I think. It’s so cute!
Thanks Kate for giving us a tour to the latest DIOR exhibition. Monsieur Dior's legacy will live forever.
This channel just popped up on my recommended page. Delighted!
Did.....did we just get a private tour of a Dior exhibition with exceptional historical background - FOR FREE?
I am blown away, again! Thank you so much for sharing with us!!!
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I saw the Christian Dior exhibition at the V&A - just stunned me almost into silence!
Love your videos Kate. You can see your passion with every word you say.
Thank you again for sharing your passion with us. So stunning!
Love your commentary in these videos. Please keep doing them!
Again, a wonderful video!! Loved watching it!
I love these episodes! and diving through the history of the different fashion houses. It's really inspiring!
Such an incredible episode. I love learning the history of these famous brands. Thank you for making this.
Che begli abiti in questo episodio!Meraviglia!
I love learning from you, Kate! Your content is so lovely! 😊
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LOVE!! I look forward to all your videos. Please continue doing them!
Sigh, I could look at Dior dresses forever. The history, the craftsmanship, the details all make me swoon. Someday I wish to own 1 piece.
Amazing again! Love It! Thanks
My favorite episode yet. I love fashion history and could have easily watched an hour long episode ❤️
I love this 😍 Dior is one of my favorite fashion houses and owning a vintage Dior gown is a dream of mine 😭❤
Waited so long for this, thank you so much ❤️
I really love these videos! They brighten my day!
Wow! I think I’d get quite emotional seeing this exhibit in person. Thank you for sharing!
Agh Kate I AM LIVING with this series! So insightful. Thank you! 🎇
I’m truly obsessed with Kate Young and these show, I’m hooked!!
I love the stories that you share with us each time!! :)
Amazing! Thank you for taking us through all of the many changes that this house had gone through. Always beautiful, always elegant. I wish I could see this exhibit in person, but this was the next best thing.
Learning so much with you. Thanks for sharing this with us
Thank you for these types of videos!
Kate, I queued for 4 hours to see this exhibition in London in the V&A and it was the most magical day but you have just brought this to life in a way which I could never have anticipated! Your appreciation for the art and the meaning of fashion is so so so wonderful! I love your videos so much! 💕
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Absolutely love your videos!
Thank you so very much for sharing one more time your wealth of knowledge. I truly appreciate you!! xo
Thank you for these delicious vignettes on the history of fashion. Diorissimo!
Loved this! Thanks Kate for sharing your knowledge and love of fashion:)
Loving your history of fashion houses. More please.
I NEEEEEEEDED THIS. THANK YOU KATE
Wow, another great episode.
It would be amazing to do an iconic wedding dress ep - LOVE Angelina’s Dior wedding dress with Brad 😍
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Thank you for such quality video!
Loved it, Kate!🖤
Love your black Dior look against the white Toile Room!
Love these videos Kate!!! Informative and educational!
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Kate!!!! This was beautiful and marvelous....I NEVER EVER EVER could get tired of hearing the Dior story and history...I swear I can hear it over and over...and the imagery...😍
Yesssss - my favorite series! I click on these so fast when I get a notification. 🤣
Kate, I wonder if at some point you would also consider doing deep-dives on any non-Western houses or some lesser-known houses as well?
Kate, thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge, and love of Dior...such a pleasure to watch/enjoy....looking forward to more.
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Your fashion videos just brighten my day, thanks Kate! 🙂
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I love these little history lessons on fashion Mavericks you explain things so well Your enthusiasm and respect for the giants is inspiring , well done
♥️...and your look today is amazing. Unique channel!
Already anticipating next week's video. These history lessons have elevated my love for fashion to another level
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i love history in general and i have enjoyed listening to your storytelling of several designers for the last several videos but especially this one on Dior. Looking at some of the current fashion makes me realize that they came from the older, classic designs with a twist to make them more modern... Galliano is one of my favorites... You look very chic and an articulate story teller....Thank you for sharing the fashion history!
Love your videos I hope you will upload more videos- more often... Great work!!!! Best fashion channel I have come across here on CZcams
Kate....another great one ❗
I'm totally addicted to this series!
Yas!! I was hoping Dior would pop up. Love “Hello Fashion”. You’re SO articulate and respectfully reflective about fashion history. Reminds me of all the reasons I fell in love with fashion in the first place
Thank you!
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I absolutely J’adore 😉 these Fashion History videos! Please keep them up🙏🏻💕
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One of my favorite episodes so far! I love Dior and this exhibition is truly magnificent 👌Love hearing the history of the house through Kate’s as always, expert fashion eye ❤️
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Thanks Kate for your continued education in fashion.
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I LOVE these videos! It makes me appreciate the clothing so much more ❤️
I love Dior so much! This is by far my favorite episode 🥰
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Hey Kate and The Slowdown team, just wanted to thanks for creating and producing some fantastic content for youtube. It is a joy to listen to an expert talk about their specialist subject in a high-quality format on this platform. This channel is brilliant, I look forward to watching every week. Please keep it up! (P.S., Kate you look so chic in this episode)
Amazing ♥ So much beauty in one place, thank you for talking about Dior! So interesting!
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I love your videos always Kate, this has been one of the most informative and just overall amazing Chanel. I hope you can talk about The Row as well and how it evolve with the quick span it’s been founded . ❤️
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Loved this episode - so much history with this fashion house! I remember Nicole Kidman wearing this dress and my reaction to it…It was so different from anything else she had worn before…the colour suited her so well.
So interesting…I love your vids..keep it up ✌🏻💕💕💕💕
love these episodes! I would love to see you do an Alaia one! 🤞
Your channel makes me in awe of fashion. Amazing content!
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I love your style and your videos! You are a true Inspiration.
I would like to see more about the dresses that celebrities wore to different events and what was your inspiration for the dresses. Also, a bit more about the history of fashion and interviewing the designers. Thank you for the video!