Jonathan Anderson continues to cement his vision for the House of Dior, which is quickly proving to be a marrying of Dior’s heritage and modern flair. For his Cruise 2027 debut, Anderson continued that theme, drawing on Christian Dior’s relationship with cinema and his allure to Hollywood for inspiration.
That allure has followed the House through its many eras, and this season Anderson pulled from the archives, referencing a jacket from Christian Dior’s Haute Couture Spring/Summer 1949 collection that was worn by Marlene Dietrich in Alfred Hitchcock’s Stage Fright. Dietrich famously told Warner Brothers executives, “No Dior, no Dietrich!”
She did, of course, wear Dior in the film.
Inside Dior Cruise 2027’s Cinematic World
Fast forward to the present day, and Anderson wove the glamour of Hollywood throughout the collection. Ready-to-wear offered a stunning parade of dresses. From flowing floral organza dresses to beautiful bias-cut satin numbers fitted with florals, sequins, and feathers, the details feel distinct to Anderson’s aesthetic—done the Dior way.
Look images courtesy of Dior
Of course, nods to Dior’s heritage and storied savoir-faire are woven throughout, like a new Bar jacket made from sparkling wool bouclé paired with elevated denim—a true Anderson-ism. What looks like your average pair of destroyed jeans at first glance is actually a pair with rips embroidered with very fine silver chains. Elsewhere, pleated silks were juxtaposed with contrasting textures such as houndstooth and plaid.
New Dior Bags Debut Alongside Reimagined House Icons
As for the bags, this collection melds past eras of Dior with the modern era we’ve entered under Anderson’s reign. New House staples like the Cigale bag and the new Médaillon motif, reimagined on a bucket bag silhouette, sit alongside Dior icons like the Lady Dior and the Saddle bag.
Backstage images courtesy of Dior ©Danielle Neu
Vintage lovers will recognize many Galliano-era references, such as the Saddle Frame’s return to the runway and Dior’s iconic newsprint. Elsewhere, Anderson continues his love affair with fashion whimsy, presenting a range of playful minaudières shaped like bumblebees and fitted with four-leaf clovers, ladybugs, and more.
A Closer Look at Dior Cruise 2027
Images via Vogue Runway
I’ve been loving everything Anderson has been doing at Dior! On the other hand, I haven’t liked anything from Chanel under Blazy. I’ve always been a Chanel girl but Jonathan’s Dior has won me over
I don’t think anything is working here.
The hair styling on the models is a sin against humanity especially given how beautiful the clothes are
I’m interested in knowing what they’re doing to assure us they aren’t going to be using sweatshop labor going forward. Assuming they actually plan on not using sweatshop labor going forward.
The bags are fine, even if not what I’d choose. But none of the photos gives me an Old Hollywood Glamour vibe. Not even close.