- Founded
- 1946
- Based in
- Paris, France
- Known for
- Lady Dior, Saddle
The house
About Dior
Christian Dior founded his house in Paris in 1946, and his first collection, shown in February 1947, became known as the New Look. Cannage, the quilted pattern seen on many Dior bags, takes its cue from the woven chairs used at his first show.
The best-known bags include the Lady Dior, the Saddle and the Book Tote. Check the corners, the charms and hardware, and the condition of embroidered or canvas surfaces. Each listing states the condition grade and what comes with the piece.
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Dior Pieces
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Signature models
Known For
Lady Dior
A structured top-handle bag in Cannage stitching with D.I.O.R. letter charms, introduced in 1995.
Saddle
A curved bag inspired by a horse's saddle, introduced in 1999.
Book Tote
An open, embroidered canvas tote introduced in 2018.
Buying guide
What To Look At
General points worth checking on any Dior piece. Each listing adds the specifics: condition grade, what is included and any flaws.
01
On a Lady Dior, check the letter charms for scratches and the Cannage stitching for loose threads.
02
Embroidered canvas, as on the Book Tote, should be checked for pulled threads and marks.
03
Look at the corners and the base, where wear shows first.
Questions
Dior Answered
Why is it called the Lady Dior?
The bag was introduced in 1995 and renamed the Lady Dior in tribute to Diana, Princess of Wales, who carried it often.
How does Luxury Club authenticate Dior pieces?
Every piece is physically inspected by our specialists before it is listed: construction, hardware, materials and markings are checked against what is expected of the maker and the era. Nothing is approved from photographs alone, and every sale includes a Certificate of Authenticity documenting what was verified on that specific piece.
