Dior Couture Show: A Tribute to Goddess Style in Fashion Runway
The Dior Couture Show in Paris showcased Maria Grazia Chiuri’s vision of fashion for women who already know who they are. Since taking the helm of Dior in 2016, Chiuri has infused the brand with a new energy, reclaiming it from past designers and bringing it into the closets of actual women. While some critics have expressed concerns about a loss of fantasy in the label’s vision, Chiuri’s designs have a solid and almost psychic quality to them.
The runway was filled with options that exuded power and strength, from racerback bodices to metallic goddess gowns. The collection also featured fantasy elements like a bodysuit embroidered with gilded feathers and crystalline tank tops peeking out of chiffon chitons. The show was set against a backdrop of mosaics depicting Olympic athletes as ancient warriors, symbolizing the elite athleticism that modern women embody.
Despite the lack of body and age diversity on the runway, the front row was filled with iconic women of all shapes and sizes, including Jennifer Lopez, Rosamund Pike, and Venus Williams. Chiuri herself took her bow in a cool black suit, white sneakers, and gold necklaces, embodying the essence of the collection.
Chiuri’s ability to create clothes that reference immortal goddesses while still being wearable by living, breathing women is what sets her apart. Her dedication to her craft, ability to tune out criticism, and genuine joy in her work make her a true force in the fashion industry. The Dior Couture Show was a tribute to goddess style, celebrating the strength and beauty of women in every form.