GALLERIE DIOR EXPLORES THE DYNAMIC EXCHANGE BETWEEN FASHION AND FEMINISM, FEATURING DIALOGUES BETWEEN MONSIEUR DIOR AND INSPIRING WOMEN, ALONGSIDE DISCUSSIONS LED BY MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI AND CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS.
In a triumphant celebration of the intersection between fashion and feminism, Gallerie Dior, a unique space dedicated to art and fashion, unveiled its latest exhibition last Friday. Centered around its permanent collection, the exhibition presents the house’s collaborations with female artists. Though surprisingly untitled, it is described as a rotation, with its focal point being the dynamic interplay between fashion and feminism. This manifests through a series of dialogues, featuring conversations between Monsieur Dior and the women who inspired him, as well as discussions between Maria Grazia Chiuri, the current artistic director of the brand’s women’s lines, and a group of contemporary artists resonating with the world of fashion.
Situated next to Dior’s historic flagship on 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris, Gallerie Dior has already welcomed an impressive 650,000 visitors since its opening in March 2022. An outstanding achievement in just twenty months. Visitors can explore iconic creations, glamorous looks worn by celebrities, elegant sketches, memories of Monsieur Dior himself, rare documents, and preserved historical objects. This exceptional space seamlessly blends high-quality museum displays with the chic and flair associated with the Dior name, offering a dive into the brand’s 77-year history since its foundation in 1946.
Maria Grazia Chiuri reflects on the exhibition, stating, “The new installation at the Dior Gallery offers an opportunity to revisit the history of the house through two approaches closely linked to my work and vision. It highlights the contribution of many women who collaborated with Monsieur Dior, fueling his creativity—an idea that inspires me personally and one I often explore in my collections. It also showcases the multiple connections between the house and different generations of female artists.”
The exhibition kicks off with an art print by Brigitte Niedermair of the famous “We Should All Be Feminists” T-shirt worn during Maria Grazia Chiuri’s first Dior runway in 2016. This powerful message, inspired by Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, sets the tone for a journey through Monsieur Dior’s passion for art in the 1930s, his iconic designs, and the ongoing dialogue between Dior and contemporary female artists.
From Leonor Fini to Niki de Saint Phalle, Marc Bohan to Elina Chauvet, the exhibition beautifully encapsulates the essence of feminism within the Dior universe. Each section tells a unique story, presenting photographs, installations, and artworks that explore the diverse facets of the dialogue between fashion and feminism.
As Maria Grazia Chiuri aptly summarizes, “I am very proud to unveil a new installation by Elina Chauvet at the gallery. She has completed her series of embroidered dresses and jackets to create a monumental work dedicated to her long-standing commitment: denouncing violence against women, from Mexico and worldwide.” The Dior Gallery stands as a testament to the brand’s enduring influence, embracing and championing feminism on a global scale.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
La Galerie Dior 11, rue François Ier Paris 8e
Open every day from 11 am to 7 pm
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