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Prettiest Pre-Fall 2017 Christian Dior by Maria Grazia Chiuri Look 21 White Floral Applique Dress
The twin of this dress was shown for Look 21 with boots and under a cape for the Pre-Fall 2017 Christian Dior presentation. 2017 marked the 70th anniversary of the label and for this presentation, Maria wanted to design a wardrobe that promoted individuality. Vogie said that during the photoing of the presentation Maria "noted how long embroidered coats went over tiered, sheer dresses; vests with velvet incrustations of hearts and diamonds; and Japanese denim with neo-folkloric metallic embroidery all contributed to an eclectic interpretation of Miss Dior. A steady push-pull of respect and disruption produced several catchy pieces." This was one of those little sheer dresses that were used to create that just position, and when you see it on his own, you realize just how lovely This was one of those little sheer dresses that were used to create that just position, and when you see it on his own, you realize just how lovely of a piece it truly is.
The dress is gorgeous and I love that it can easily have a more elegant evening feel by styling it with heels and some statement jewels rather then the cape and boots it was shown on the runway with. The fabric is a just lightly off white cotton voile that has a touch of transparency to it. It was then lined in a silk that has a bit of texture so it gives some coverage and depth. Then onto that are individually placed cut out flowers that are embroidered all around their edges. These have been individually placed on top of little sprays of embroidered leaves. They cover the dress from shoulder to hem and this added texture gives the dress the most beautiful visual interest. It is quite stunning. The lines of the dress are simple so that the woman wearing it will take centre stage. The neckline is cut across the bodice so that it can worn to the outer edge of your shoulder or completely off of the shoulder to leave your shoulders bare and free depending on the width of your shoulder. The bodice skims over you and the waist nips in. You could add a belt to accent the waist more if you wished. The skirt falls from there and hearkens back to the era of Mr. Dior with a pretty fullness. It falls outwards to the hem on a soft line that is quite beautiful. There are no added crinolines underneath and all of the fullness and volume that you see is achieved by the way the skirt is inset around the waist. There are yards of silk in the skirt so you could add your own crinoline under it and wear it very full if you wished. Pretty little sleeves fall to just about the elbow for the perfect finish. Excellent condition
The bodice and skirt are lined in a matching white silk and the sleeves are unlined. It closes at the back with a hidden set zipper. Tagged a modern Dior FR36, GB8, IT40, US4
Sleeves: 17" and they are 12" around the upper arm
Shoulder: no defined seam
Bust: to 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 15" from top of natural shoulder to waist
Total length: 52.5" from top of natural shoulder to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD4803
Reference Photo: Pre-Fall 2017 Christian Dior, Look 21.
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