Dior showcases glittering craftsmanship on Paris runway

Christian Dior took to the runway with sparkles and tailoring on Monday for the first day of Paris' Haute Couture week, sending models down the catwalk in strapless dresses and neat winter jackets.

January 25, 2022 18:45 IST

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Christian Dior took the Spring/ Summer Haute Couture 2022 collection to the Paris runway. Masked guests included actors Rosamund Pike, Madelaine Petsch and Claire Foy along with influencer Chiara Ferragni and Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour. The venue featured larger-than-life embroidered artworks from Indian artist couple Madhvi Parekh and Manu Parekh. The exhibition of surreal pieces will remain in place for public viewing throughout the week.

Designer Maria Grazia Chiuri appears at the end of her Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2022 collection show for fashion house Dior in Paris on January 24, 2022. (REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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Christian Dior took to the runway with sparkles and tailoring on Monday for the first day of Paris' Haute Couture week, sending models down the catwalk in strapless dresses and neat winter jackets.(REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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Designs included ecru cashmere capes, grey pleated ensembles and long silk evening dresses cut low in the back.(REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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Rhinestone and pearl embroideries dominated the collection on ankle-length dresses, shimmering tights paired with glitter bodysuits, sleeveless jackets and low-heel shoes.(REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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The profusion of glitter was broken with neutral tones that ranged from black to off-white.(REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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Dior decided to stage an in-person catwalk show for one of the most anticipated events of the season.(REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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With this Spring-Summer 2022 collection, described by designer Maria Grazia Chiuri as a highlight of art and craft, the creative chief wanted to promote a new generation of craftspeople.

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A model wearing a rhinestones embellished dress as a part of the collection.(REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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Dior adds a subtle ruffle to its haute couture. (REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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The collection showcased that halter neck as a part of haute couture. (REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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A model presents a creation by designer Maria Grazia Chiuri as part of her Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2022 collection show for fashion house Dior. (REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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LVMH-owned Dior collaborated with the Chanakya School of Craft based in Mumbai for some of the silhouettes. (REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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A model presents an off-white dress from the Dior collection at the Spring/Summer Haute Couture show 2022. (REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)

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Models present creations by designer Maria Grazia Chiuri as part of her Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2022 collection show for fashion house Dior.(REUTERS/Violeta Santos Moura)