I know Galliano did not foresee his public meltdown or that this collection would be his swan song at Dior but I still can’t help being slightly disappointed by the lack of new bag styles. Dior’s Fall 2011 bag collection was mostly a re-issuing of past season styles in different colors – cherry brown, dark jade, candied apple red, pink snake, cerulean blue, and lilac ostrich. Pretty, yes. Exciting, no. Structured styles reigned supreme, in ranging from petite to imposing and perfect squares to elongated rectangles, with the interjection of a selection of chain-handled hobos and even a couple of bags that looked like no more than frothy dollops of fur. The Miss Dior in crocodile was notable, but it was the Granville in olive green with geometric red contrast stitching that slightly piqued my interest – finally, something I haven’t seen before! Even more interesting, though, was the fact that the atelier appeared at the close to take a bow. Perhaps there were no major statements bags, but a major statement was made: Dior is not Galliano.
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I think Dior needed the change in a very bad way. I welcome it. The bags are stale that’s for certain.
Oh Dior! I’ve always loved the Miss Dior bag, but it was a little too proper for me. I am thrilled that some modernism has crept into the line. Those structured bags are lady-like but updated! And the hobo. I am IN LOVE with it’s luxe look but comfortable feel. Finally, a red bag that I can truly desire. Beautiful!
Oh Dior! I’ve always loved the Miss Dior bag, but it was a little too proper for me. I am thrilled that some modernism has crept into the line. Those structured bags are lady-like but updated! And the hobo. I am IN LOVE with it’s luxe look but comfortable feel. Finally, a red bag that I can truly desire. Beautiful!
The entire fashion industry is waiting with bated breath to find out who will replace Galliano…
I love the hobos, too. But they are very similar to AW’s bag from last season…
Galliano did a lot for Dior. Although his fall from Grace from Dior was a tragedy that should not undermine his work at Dior. Although “Dior is not Galliano” a lot of the successful bags and designs came from his talent. Dior will always owe a lot to him for the incredible work he has done.
Tina – You are too intelligent to make the mistake that something “peaked” your interest. It “piqued” your interest. I really hate to be the nitpicker, but so admire you and all that you have accomplished. Small errors like that should not get in your way.
Selene… I had to read your answer twice and; the mature individual in me would have to agree!!! I happen to know a few individuals who survived the Holocaust and the endless atrocities they suffered. And although I cannot begin to state how stomach churning Mr. Galliano’s behavior was — I will have to say that we all make mistakes. He is an immense talent– And yes! The bags are GORGEOUS! Thank you for giving me a different perspective on things…
@Jennifer, thank you for catching that error and being so gracious about it. You are not nit picking, I’m just embarrassed I didn’t catch it myself!
@Selene, thank you for your thoughtful comment. As an avid collector of Dior by Galliano, I completely agree– he is without a doubt one of the most talented designers of our time. However, no designer (even a genius) works alone and I think it was important for Dior to make that statement. I sincerely hope Galliano is able to fight off his inner demons and make a comeback worthy of his own name, not merely Dior’s.