Dior Haute Couture Show Spring 2017
The New Dior Couture Collection Could Dress the Entire Oscars Red Carpet
It's no wonder stars like Kirsten Dunst and Diane Kruger sat front row at the Dior show in Paris; every gown that hit the runway was a masterpiece fit for the red carpet. Industry leaders like Anna Wintour, Diane von Furstenberg, and Cathy Horyn were there too, all to see Maria Grazia Chiuri debut her first Haute Couture collection for the fashion house.
The reaction from the crowd was just as positive as it was months ago, when the Spring '17 ready-to-wear pieces sparked somewhat of a revolution. Since now it seems like every girl has gotten her hands on the iconic "Feminist" tee, we can only imagine how many celebrities — Kirsten and Diane, but also Jennifer Lawrence, Natalie Portman, and Nicole Kidman — will show up to the Oscars in one of these looks.
The catwalk was transformed into a garden and models dragged their trains through a forest decorated with lights. A lineup that began with sharply tailored evening suits quickly escalated into princess territory. Maria Grazia Chirui brought along the zodiac-inspired embroidery, polka-dot tulle material, and fit-and-flare silhouettes from her previous offering, but she added so much in the form of flowers, inspired by a quote from the late Christian Dior: "After women, flowers are the most divine of creations. They are so delicate and charming, but they must be used carefully."
Velvet sectioned-off ballgowns added plenty of glamour while appealing to the girls who like to remain dark and mysterious (they might accessorize with one of the butterfly face masks, created by Stephen Jones, or pull up one of the voluminous hoods). On the other hand, there were ivory midis and glittering, tiered skirts that went best with tall feathered head pieces. Read on to see what all the fuss is about when you rewatch the show, then find all the major moments you really shouldn't miss.
The Dior Haute Couture Show Took Place in Paris
The Runway Was Transformed Into a Secret Garden
Dangling Knick-Knacks Made Up the Fantasy World
Kirsten Dunst and Diane Kruger Sat Front Row
Maria Grazia Chiuri Updated the Classic Suit to Evening Wear Status With Capes and Culottes
Gowns Glided Across the Greenery
Claude Lalanne Created the Costume Jewelry, and Stephen Jones the Headwear
Capes Were a Trend at Large
Along With Softly Colored Tiers
Zodiac Symbols Were Embroidered on Skirts
There Were Bold Pops of Color in Red and Kelly Green
And a Touch of Metallics, Too
Velvet Was in Abundance
You Couldn't Miss This Fringed Midi
Nor the Dainty Off-the-Shoulder Tie Sleeves
If There Was 1 Standout Oscars-Worthy Gown, This Was It
Or, OK, Maybe This One
