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Di·or (dē-ôrʹ), Christian. 1905-1957.
French fashion designer noted for his New Look of 1947 that emphasized narrow shoulders, tight waists, and long, full skirts.
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Dior, Christian — born Jan. 21, 1905, Granville, France died Oct. 24, 1957, Montecatini, Italy French fashion designer. He trained for the French diplomatic service, but in the financial crisis of the 1930s he began illustrating fashions for a weekly periodical.… … Universalium
Dior, Christian — (1905 1957) Born in Normandy, France, as one of five children, Dior exhibited a love of art from his early childhood. When the family moved to Paris, Dior studied economics and painted for pleasure. Family financial difficulties prompted him… … Historical Dictionary of the Fashion Industry
Dior, Christian — (1905 1957) couturier Born in Granville, Christian Dior came late to fashion, founding his own couture house in 1946. He was an immediate success with his new look collection (shirtwaist dresses, long and ample skirts). Encouraged by his… … France. A reference guide from Renaissance to the Present
Dior, Christian — ► (1905 57) Modista francés. Fue un innovador de la alta costura. * * * (21 ene. 1905, Granville, Francia–24 oct. 1957, Montecatini, Italia). Diseñador de modas francés. Estudió para el servicio diplomático francés, pero durante la crisis… … Enciclopedia Universal
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Christian Dior — Born 21 January 1905(1905 01 21) Granville, Manche, France Died 23 October 1957(1957 10 23) (aged 52) Montecatini Terme, Tuscany, Italy Nationality French … Wikipedia
Christian Dior SA — (more commonly known as Dior) is a French clothing retailer, under control of the LVMH group. The company was founded by fashion designer Christian Dior.Christian Dior SA itself controls 42% of LVMH assets, which holds other fashion brands such… … Wikipedia
DIOR (C.) — DIOR CHRISTIAN (1905 1957) Christian Dior a apporté à la mode le new look, qui a marqué la période de l’après guerre. D’un caractère discret, introverti, Christian Dior, le couturier sans doute le plus célèbre du XXe siècle, connaît de 1947 à… … Encyclopédie Universelle
Dior Homme — is the menswear division of Christian Dior SA, the French clothing retailer. Dior Homme is currently under the creative direction of Kris Van Assche since spring/summer 2008. Dior Homme had previously been directed by Hedi Slimane since the… … Wikipedia
Dior — n. m. PEDOL Sol ferrugineux non lessivé de la zone sahélienne, favorable à la culture de l arachide et du petit mil. Dior (Christian) (1905 1957) couturier français … Encyclopédie Universelle
