Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Pre-Fall 2024 collection for Dior, shown in New York City, is as a tribute to the City, symbolized in the Statue of Liberty—a gift from France in the 19th century. This thematic nod is the focus of the collection, with key prints of the statue and the Eiffel Tower on numerous pieces, symbolizing a dialogue between these two style capitals as recounted in Christian Dior’s autobiography.
This season, Chiuri also draws significant inspiration from the feminist movements of the ’70s, reflected vividly in the collection’s homage to historical female figures and the incorporation of art from that era. Central to this is the collaboration with Suzanne Santoro, whose artworks explore themes of female autonomy and expression.
One of the striking elements of the show is the installation by Claire Fontaine, a collective known for its feminist and conceptual art. Their work for the Dior show features a series of neon lights shaped like female hands forming a diamond, a gesture from feminist protests of the ’70s and ’80s. The models walking amidst these luminous sculptures added a dynamic visual element to the runway, further emphasizing the theme of female empowerment.
The Acacia jacket, a signature creation of Monsieur Dior, originally designed in 1949 and famously worn by the Marlene Dietrich in the film ‘Stage Fright’, makes a return in the Dior Fall 2024 collection. As both a muse and a prestigious client of the House, Dietrich’s iconic style and persona deeply influence the new collection.
Maria Grazia Chiuri is absolutely serving with this Pre-Fall 2024 collection for Dior! Showcasing in NYC and paying homage to the city with those iconic Statue of Liberty and Eiffel Tower prints is genius—talk about a stylish transatlantic convo. Plus, weaving in that 70s feminist vibe with nods to historic heroines and art from the era? Pure brilliance. Those neon hand sculptures by Claire Fontaine on the runway? A powerful touch! And bringing back the Acacia jacket? Legendary. Chiuri’s got this blend of history, empowerment, and high fashion down to an art form. Dior’s really out here making statements and I’m here for it! 🗽🌟
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Pre-Fall 2024 collection for Dior tries to bridge NYC and Paris with all these Statue of Liberty and Eiffel Tower prints, but honestly, it feels a bit like a tourist gift shop mash-up rather than high fashion. The nod to ’70s feminism through historical figures and artwork collaborations could have been groundbreaking, but instead, it comes across as kind of on-the-nose and lacking subtlety. Those neon light installations? They’re visually striking but feel more gimmicky than empowering. And resurrecting the Acacia jacket? It’s a classic, sure, but it feels more like a safe play than a fresh take. Overall, it seems like the collection missed the mark on blending meaningful narratives with the innovative design we expect from Dior.