Christian Dior was a French fashion designer who founded the House of Dior in 1946. He was born in Granville, France, in 1905, and studied political science before turning to fashion design. His business was backed by Marcel Boussac a wealthy businessman, and although it bore the Dior name, ownership was in the hands of Boussac.

Dior's first collection, presented in 1947, was a sensation. It featured a new silhouette that emphasized the female form, with nipped-in waists and full skirts, and was dubbed the "New Look" by the fashion press. The collection was an instant success, and Dior's designs quickly became synonymous with elegance, luxury, and femininity.

Christian Dior died in 1957 and Yves Saint-Laurent was promoted too Artistic Director the same year. he was replaced by Marc Bohan in late 1960.

In 1978, the Boussac Group filed for bankruptcy and so its assets (including more...

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Bulova a lady's 14ct gold emerald and diamond-set bracelet…

Bulova 14ct Gold Emerald & Diamond Bracelet Watch (1970)

Bulova a lady's 14ct gold emerald and diamond-set bracelet watch circa 1970, dial: textured gilt, signed by Dior, calibre: manual winding, fully jewelled, case: polished cushion-form, diamond and emerald-set bezel, snap on case back case number: 47301,…

Dior, chronograph wristwatch, quartz movement, circular dial…

Dior Enamel Diamond Chronograph Wristwatch

Dior, chronograph wristwatch, quartz movement, circular dial with Roman numerals, date aperture between four and five, subsidiary dials, stainless steel case with enamel and diamond rotating bezel, stainless steel and enamel bracelet bands, case reference…

Wristwatch ladies Bulova Dior no. 47301, 14ct gold diamond and…

Bulova Dior Ladies' 14ct Gold Watch with Diamonds & Emeralds

Wristwatch ladies Bulova Dior no. 47301, 14ct gold diamond and emerald set bezel, 14ct band, yellow gold case, total weight 45g

A Dior lady's Malice quartz wristwatch, rectangular silver tone…

Dior Malice Quartz Lady's Wristwatch (2008)

A Dior lady's Malice quartz wristwatch, rectangular silver tone dial in stainless stell case and D bracelet band, no. D78-109 FD1121, working, with receipt 2008.

Ladies Dior dress watch a stunningly presented 18ct yellow gold…

18ct Gold Ladies Dior Dress Watch with Diamonds

Ladies Dior dress watch a stunningly presented 18ct yellow gold watch with case, bracelet and folding clasp all in 18ct gold, with a gold coloured dial, diamond set bezel, quartz movement. Weight with movement 155.4grams. With box and papers.

A Christian Dior 'VIII' automatic diamond and ceramic ladies…

Dior Diamond and Ceramic Ladies Wristwatch

A Christian Dior 'VIII' automatic diamond and ceramic ladies wristwatch, mother-of-pearl dial, surrounded by diamonds, white ceramic case and bracelet, on stainless steel base, model CD1221E6 FP0842. Case diameter 27 mm. In fitted case.

A Christian Dior quartz wristwatch, matte dial, centre seconds,…

Christian Dior Two-Tone Quartz Watch with Date

A Christian Dior quartz wristwatch, matte dial, centre seconds, baton markers, date in 2 tone stainless steel, working.

A Dior diamond wristwatch, quartz movement, circular silvered…

Dior Diamond Wristwatch with Quartz Movement and Papers

A Dior diamond wristwatch, quartz movement, circular silvered dial with diamond numerals, signed case, dial and movement, stainless steel case with conforming bracelet bands, reference number CD043113001, 38 mm diameter, boxed with papers.

A lady's stainless steel Christal wristwatch, Dior, circa 2011.…

Dior Ladies' Diamond Watch

A lady's stainless steel Christal wristwatch, Dior, circa 2011. Quartz. 28 mm. Ref: CD112119. Serial number EY7339. Circular case with diamond set bezel, black dial and applied diamond markers, centre sweep seconds. Case, dial, movement and original…

Christian Dior, stainless steel and black ceramic VIII lady's…

CDior Ladies Watch with Black Ceramic & Leather Strap

Christian Dior, stainless steel and black ceramic VIII lady's wristwatch, Ref. FM2563, case CD1245E0, automatic movement, fully jewelled, black ceramic dial with silver tone hands and baton indexes, black lizard leather strap and additional black ceramic…

Christian Dior 'Chris 47' watch, Swiss quartz movement,…

Dior Chris 47 Watch - Good Condition, Needs Battery

Christian Dior 'Chris 47' watch, Swiss quartz movement, sapphire crystal glass, black dial, leather band with double release clasp, stainless steel case. Good condition needs battery.

Wristwatches: various wristwatches including Omega and Bulova…

Luxury Wristwatches by Omega and Bulova for Dior

Wristwatches: various wristwatches including Omega and Bulova for Dior

Vintage Bulova for Christian Dior wrist watch with original band

Vintage Bulova Christian Dior Watch with Original Band

Vintage Bulova for Christian Dior wrist watch with original band

Christian Dior white sapphire & diamond crystal watch. Model…

Dior Sapphire and Diamond Crystal Watch

Christian Dior white sapphire & diamond crystal watch. Model number CD114321M001. Swiss quartz chronograph movement. Stainless steel, with date display. Diameter 38 mm. Bezel set with baguette cut diamonds. The band is set with white synthetic sapphires,…