Gorgeous Spring 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Silk & Lace Dress designer-Louis-Mies It is edged in a

It is edged in a back cotton grosgrain

These would have been sold as mix and match but I acquired them as a set and think they deserve to stay that way

The Chanel Creations label was retired upon Karl’s arrival and from what I can research it was only launched upon Gabrielle’s death for that ready to wear line

This is a wonderful and well documented piece showcasing Givenchy's work during this time period

effectively tying together all the elements of the dress

Gorgeous Spring 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Silk & Lace Dress designer-Louis-Mies It is edged in aJohn Galliano went from Givenchy to Dior in October of 1996 and stayed there until he was dismissed in February of 2011. During John Galliano's years at the house of Christian Dior he arguably produced some of the most amazing bias cut dresses in the house's history. His work, especially the bias cut pieces that he did, have a feeling of the decadence and abandonment of the twenties and they are beautifully cut. They marry Old Hollywood with the