Dior's Designer of Dreams Arrives in Seoul with a Fresh Take
Georgia Wray Norsten — April 23, 2025 — Luxury
References: wwd
Set within the futuristic Dongdaemun Design Plaza, the latest edition of 'Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams' transforms the landmark space into a multi-sensory journey through couture history, culture, and craftsmanship.
Unlike previous showings in Paris or Tokyo, Seoul’s iteration introduces original works from Korean artists, including ethereal hanji paper gardens by HyunJoo Kim and new Lady Dior handbags reimagined by Lee Ufan. With 250 dresses on display -- including red carpet showstoppers worn by Jisoo and Natalie Portman -- the collection is both a walk through fashion history and a celebration of contemporary global artistry.
The 'Lady Dior' gallery, with its Nam June Paik-inspired display cases, anchors the experience in Korean cultural heritage while reinforcing Dior’s creative evolution. Open until July 13, it’s a must-visit for fashion devotees and dreamers alike.
Image Credit: WWD
Unlike previous showings in Paris or Tokyo, Seoul’s iteration introduces original works from Korean artists, including ethereal hanji paper gardens by HyunJoo Kim and new Lady Dior handbags reimagined by Lee Ufan. With 250 dresses on display -- including red carpet showstoppers worn by Jisoo and Natalie Portman -- the collection is both a walk through fashion history and a celebration of contemporary global artistry.
The 'Lady Dior' gallery, with its Nam June Paik-inspired display cases, anchors the experience in Korean cultural heritage while reinforcing Dior’s creative evolution. Open until July 13, it’s a must-visit for fashion devotees and dreamers alike.
Image Credit: WWD
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