Happy Birthday, Christian Dior!

“I create so that each and every woman is the most beautiful“. - Christian Dior

His name is synonymous with elegance, quality, glamour, and perfection. Today marks the 108th birthday of the revolutionizing master of couture himself, Monsieur Christian Dior. From his overnight sensation of a debut in 1947 to his subsequent passion and endeavors in haute couture extravagance, the world has been dressed impeccably by this humble man who would dominate the world and restore Paris as the pinnacle of high fashion.

Joyeux anniversaire, Monsieur Dior :
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Lady Dior arrives in Manhattan to mark Dior's 57th Street flagship reopening.

Last week saw Dior's triumphant return to New York's luxe 57th Street with its flagship boutique reopening on December 11, 2010 . For a seemingly endless five months, the iconic label's shop entrance and facade was masked with none other than a massive and fabulous Lady Dior handbag which was a lovely sight to say the least.

Last week, the bag was finally lifted and Dior's new boutique was celebrated and received with complete adoration and splendor. Personally, being a true and genuine fashion lover, I've been highly anticipating the reopening and made it an unequivocal priority to visit the location on its relaunch. The result: I couldn't have smiled more in my entire life. The boutique has been stunningly remodeled with a complete makeover in the spirit of the iconic Dior flagship on Avenue Montaigne in Paris (which was also previously remodeled in 2007). The building's facade displayed a glamorous light-installation of one of Monsieur Christian Dior's iconic sketches of his revolutionizing 1947 Bar suit ensemble from his critically acclaimed debut collection, Corolle (More famously known as "The New Look"). I've dubbed this character, Lady Dior. She gracefully arrives in New York being effortlessly glamorous, elegant and timeless. I stood across this beautiful image for what seemed as an eternity all the while found to be in complete awe while smiling endlessly. The ability to witness a wonderfully historic image massively displayed in lights was a priceless moment indeed. The front of the boutique sparkles as though the entire facade is covered in diamonds which brightly illuminates the immaculately merchandised window displays.

Upon venturing inside, the boutique's remodeling is sleek, sophisticated, and oozes with elegance and style. My favorite touch was the usage of vintage soft-gray Dior workshop chairs which are strategically placed around the boutique. In fact, I wouldn't mind having one of those marvelous chairs for myself! While climbing the grand staircase, which leads me to the couture, shoe, and subsequent VIP areas, the walls are vibrant with colorful images of all things French (Paris, Dior, and couture). Upon reaching the top of the marble staircase, there are limited edition New York exclusive pieces, designed by Dior's chief designer, John Galliano, displayed in glass casings spread about titled, "Edition Limitée New York" (a mere handful of which are classic Lady Dior handbags encrusted with 628 diamonds cut with 57 facets to reflect the 57th Street location.) Also included are remarkable shoe designs which Galliano has signed on the inside himself.

After carefully and meticulously viewing each and every dress, blouse, jacket, gown, shoe, blazer, hat, and skirt the second floor had to offer, I found myself chatting famously with a rather sweet Dior representative by the name of Geny (pronounced "Jenny"). From Monsieur Dior's early stages to Galliano's ingenious designs, we discussed the boutique with a clear mutual respect for all things Christian Dior.

"At the risk of being thought soulless, I must admit that clothes are my whole life. Ultimately, everything I know, see, or hear, every part of my life, turns around the clothes which I create. They haunt me perpetually until they are ready to pass from the world of my dreams to into the world of practical utility." - Christian Dior (1954)

Note: All photos shared were taken by yours truly :)

Be genuine, be elegant, be fashionable, be timeless, be Diorable.

Greetings ladies and gentlemen and welcome to Diorable Style.

Firstly, thank you for merely taking the time to click and enter my very first blog. I greatly and graciously appreciate it as I hope you return on a rather frequent basis to stay abreast with what I will offer you. Concisely and simply put, the following topics will be of main focus and conveyed to my precious readers:

1. Fashion

Largely implied by the title, Diorable Style, indeed this blog's main focal point will be that of the historic, ever-changing, awe-inspiring world that is fashion. Since childhood, through my marvelous grandmother who designed and created incredible clothing to my own affinity for the master himself, Monsieur Christian Dior, I've thoroughly respected and cherished fashion as a whole. Thanks to my lifelong adoration for this industry and subsequent thorough studies on the subject, I will be offering readers, males and females alike, trend/color/style updates, runway reports, styling tips and advice for good dressing, as well as shopping location suggestions. Beauty and grooming also make up the fashion industry and a properly executed well-rounded look, so expect to read posts on said topics as well.

I will also update with my own daily adventures with fashion (Whether it be my outfit of choice for the day to my endless photographing of street fashions and boutique/department store windows). This blog will have absolutely no individuality without the author's own journeys on the subject matter for which I hope you will find to be enjoyable and inspiring for your very own expeditions in fashion.

Those dear to me know full well of my pure affinity for the aforementioned Christian Dior (Yes, you've guessed correctly that the blog title is a complete homage to the iconic pioneer himself and the photo displayed above is of his iconic 1947 Bar suit sketch from his critically acclaimed debut collection, Corolle). Dior crafted an inimitable fashion empire, my personal favorite, one of which that continues to excel with class, style, and undeniable modernity. I will regularly quote Monsieur Dior and use his words as honorable references throughout the vitality of this blog.

2. Music

Ahhh, the wonderful world of song that undeniably, and literally, moves and shakes us to the core. Music is inspired by fashion and fashion by music, so why not collectively report on both lovely industries? As stated earlier, primarily I will be focusing on fashion, but music will be reported on as well to keep everyone informed on talented singers/groups and subsequent songs and album releases.

3. Healthy living

As my lovely parents raised me on natural/organic foods with a thorough emphasis on physical activity, I'm an avid promoter of healthy lifestyles. Often enough, I will offer personal advice on proper dieting and exercise. God, science (or what ever you believe) gifted us with one precious vessel to journey around life in, so please be mindful and take great care of this invaluable body. More importantly, how can one have Diorable Style without taking care of their priceless form? :)

Other topics may pop up from time to time, but the aforementioned three will be discussed more so than others. Once again, fashion will be the vitality of this blog.

In closing my first post, I hope you enjoy this journey with me and choose to use my words, opinions, and advice to your advantage.

Grab a nice mug of tea, relax, sit back, and welcome to Diorable Style :)

"Be marvelous, be elegant, be fashionable, be timeless, be Diorable."

Sincerely,

- Angelo (a.k.a. Diorable)