The Dior Secret Garden Ad Captures Rihanna at Versailles
Jana Pijak — May 26, 2015 — Pop Culture
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The Dior Secret Garden IV campaign video is a celebration of French heritage, pop culture and the luxury label's rich history. The ad features pop superstar Rihanna who poses amidst the halls and grounds of Versailles, the iconic landmark that was home to historic icons like Marie Antoinette herself.
In addition to showcasing her killer runway walk in Versailles' Hall of Mirrors, Rihanna dances in the palace's courtyard and brings Dior designer Raf Simons' eerie vision to life. The Dior Secret Garden IV campaign is captured at night, revealing spooky elements and high-contrast imagery.
Rihanna pulls off the label's latest collection of retro and structured frocks along with gowns that are clad in a sea of shimmering sequins.
In addition to showcasing her killer runway walk in Versailles' Hall of Mirrors, Rihanna dances in the palace's courtyard and brings Dior designer Raf Simons' eerie vision to life. The Dior Secret Garden IV campaign is captured at night, revealing spooky elements and high-contrast imagery.
Rihanna pulls off the label's latest collection of retro and structured frocks along with gowns that are clad in a sea of shimmering sequins.
Trend Themes
1. French Heritage Fashion - Creating high-end and diverse fashion collections utilizing French heritage as inspiration and featuring cultural landmarks like Versailles as a backdrop.
2. Celebrity Endorsement Campaigns - Leveraging the influential status of celebrities to advertise luxury fashion brands through artistic and narrative-driven campaigns that inspire and evoke emotion.
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Industry Implications
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