'New Look', 1947(01 of36)
Open Image ModalA fashion model wears a "New Look" dress introduced in Paris by Christian Dior in 1947. (credit:PA)
Dior, 1952(02 of36)
Open Image ModalDouble-breasted coats, suits and dresses are seen throughout the spring collections. This coat, a handsome example of the fitted silhouette, is in black and white checked wool with velvet collar and cuffs. Side pockets accent the hipline curve. Instead of the whirling skirt of last year, this one follows clean-cut lines with side width. (credit:PA)
Paris, 1955(03 of36)
Open Image ModalThis black sheath evening gown by Christian Dior is one of the most striking fashions in the new Paris collections. It is narrowed to pencil slimness below the knees, accenting the top in the way of the French couture for fall and winter. The wide heart-shape is slashed deeply in front. The high waistline is marked by wide satin band, which holds the long white satin sash "train." The full-length sleeves carry out the slender theme. (credit:PA)
Yves Saint Laurent, 1960(04 of36)
Open Image ModalAfter the presentation of the Autumn collection at Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent gets a kiss of congratulations from two of his models, Fidelio and Deborah. (credit:PA)
Dress, 1966(05 of36)
Open Image ModalA model wears a violet and black jersey dress with a feminine face profile on left side. (credit:PA)
Paris, S/S 1967(06 of36)
Open Image ModalThis white crepe cocktail dress with black rays, was created by designer Marc Bohan. It is worn with diamond-embroidered black plastic bracelet, matching earrings, natural silk stockings and black satin shoes. The African-style hair is made with black Raphia waves. (credit:PA)
Dress, 1972(07 of36)
Open Image ModalWhite floral organza evening dress with halter neck-line and tiered frilly skirt worn by Marion Cameron, designed by Jorn Langberg. (credit:PA)
Paris, A/W 1975/6(08 of36)
Open Image ModalA model wears a mauve and red printed with silver lame evening dress. Worn with coat with long sleeves fringed with assorted shade ostrich feathers. Hood fringed with same feathers and also bottom of dress. Shoes in mauve velvet. (credit:PA)
Paris, S/S 2007(09 of36)
Open Image ModalA model presents an elaborate creation by British fashion designer John Galliano for Christian Dior. (credit:PA)
Paris, S/S 2007(10 of36)
Open Image ModalA model leaning against a oversized chair presents a creation by British fashion designer John Galliano for Christian Dior. (credit:PA)
Paris, S/S 2007(11 of36)
Open Image ModalA model wears a gold headpiece. (credit:PA)
Paris, A/W 2007/8(12 of36)
Open Image ModalBritish fashion designer John Galliano acknowledges applause at the end of the presentation. (credit:PA)
Cannes, 2008(13 of36)
Open Image ModalModel Eva Herzigova arrives at the Che premiere wearing a full-length black Dior gown. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2009(14 of36)
Open Image ModalA model wears a red coat with matching bag and shoes by British designer John Galliano for Christian Dior. (credit:Getty Images)
Cannes, 2009(15 of36)
Open Image ModalDita von Teese attends the Inglourious Basterds premiere wearing Dior. (credit:Getty Images)
Marion Cotillard, 2009(16 of36)
Open Image ModalMarion Cotillard wears Dior shoes. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, S/S 2009(17 of36)
Open Image ModalA model wears gold, bejewelled trousers. (credit:PA)
Paris, S/S 2009(18 of36)
Open Image ModalA model wears purple sunglasses. (credit:PA)
Academy Awards, 2009(19 of36)
Open Image ModalActress Sarah Jessica Parker arrives wearing a white Dior gown. (credit:PA)
Paris, A/W 2009(20 of36)
Open Image ModalA model presents a creation by British designer John Galliano. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2009/10(21 of36)
Open Image Modal A model walks down the runway during the Christian Dior Haute Couture fashion show for A/W 2009/10 on July 6, 2009 in Paris, France. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2009/10(22 of36)
Open Image ModalA model walks down the runway during the Christian Dior Haute Couture. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2009/10(23 of36)
Open Image ModalA model walks down the runway during the Christian Dior Haute Couture fashion show. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2009/10(24 of36)
Open Image ModalA model wears a lime green Christian Dior creation. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2009/10(25 of36)
Open Image ModalA model presents a sheer creation by British designer John Galliano for Christian Dior. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2009/10(26 of36)
Open Image ModalA model presents a purple creation by British designer John Galliano for Christian Dior. (credit:Getty Images)
Academy Awards, 2010(27 of36)
Open Image ModalActress Charlize Theron arrives wearing a lilac Dior strapless gown. (credit:Getty Images)
Shanghai, 2010(28 of36)
Open Image ModalModels display outfits from Christian Dior's latest collection named 'Cruise' by John Galliano. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2010-11(29 of36)
Open Image ModalModels walk the catwalk as part of the finale for British fashion designer John Galliano's outlandish collection for Dior. (credit:PA)
Paris, A/W 2010/11(30 of36)
Open Image ModalBritish fashion designer John Galliano's outlandish collection for Dior. (credit:PA)
Raf Simons, 2011(31 of36)
Open Image ModalOn 9 April 2012 Christian Dior named Belgian designer Raf Simons as its new artistic director, and says he'll present his first show for the renowned fashion house in Paris in July. The appointment comes seven months after star designer John Galliano was convicted by a Paris court for making anti-Semitic insults. (credit:PA)
Paris, S/S 2011(32 of36)
Open Image ModalA model presents a creation by John Galliano for Christian Dior that echoes the labels 1947 "New Look". (credit:Getty Images)
Dior exhibition, 2012(33 of36)
Open Image ModalDesigns are showcased at an exhibition at Christian Dior's childhood home Normandy, France. The setting also provides rare insight into how a young Dior - a mother's boy who liked to spend time in the garden - became inspired by the Granville landscape and decided to dedicate his life to fashion. (credit:PA)
Dior exhibition, 2012(34 of36)
Open Image ModalNewspapers and photographs forming part of an exhibition on Christian Dior are seen on the wall of Christian Dior Museum in Normandy, France. (credit:PA)
Paris, 2012(35 of36)
Open Image ModalMaud Fontenoy arrives for the Dior Haute-Couture carrying a beige Dior bag. (credit:Getty Images)
Paris, A/W 2013(36 of36)
Open Image ModalA model wears a creation from designer Christian Dior in this striking image. (credit:PA)