Carnival-like atmosphere on the runway of Christian Dior Fall 2011 couture show, presented by Bill Gaytten, Dior’s first couture show without John Galliano. Above, voluminous ball gown (the skirt looks lovely in motion). Below, sleeveless dress sprinkled with confetti and streamers.
“To capture the spirit of La rose Moderne for Autumn/Winter 2011-2012, Dior is cultivating structure, surface and a feminine silhouette.” The works of Frank Gehry, Jean-Michel Frank, Jean Dunand, Marc Bohan and Jean-Paul Goude provide inspiration for this collection. Below, black ball gown with multi tiered skirt.
The inspiration for the bold pastel palette comes from Italian architect and designer, Ettore Sottsass. Below, multi-layered, multi-colored ball gown.
Stars in her head — pleated detail on skirt + beaded fringe top.
Pining for Columbine — Karlie Kloss in ball gown with metallic accents, ruff collar and pierrot hat.
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