In his new book, Dior Couture (Rizzoli), famed fashion photographer Patrick Demarchelier photographs roughly 150 dresses, suits and coats, all made by Dior ateliers from 1947 to 2011…using modern day models, the early pieces come to life once again…their timeless beauty just as chic today as they were decades ago…from Christian Dior’s early work to John Galliano’s fall 2010 couture show, the book offers an artful look at the history of this remarkable couture house…in an interview with Cathy Hoyrn for the NY Times, Demarchelier speaks about his humble beginnings and his passion for his craft…to see the inspiring video interview, click here
above ~ Patrick Demarchelier’s photograph of John Gallino’s fall 2010 couture show
below ~ Photographs from Patrick Demarchelier‘s fine art collection
Christy Turlington, British Vogue, New York, February 1992
Nadja Avermann, Harpers Bazaar, Paris, October 1994
Nadja Avermann, Harpers Bazaar, New York, January 1995
French Vogue, October 2007