Dior by Raf Simons

Of all the great Parisian couture houses, Dior is perhaps the most famous and prestigious in the world, embodying Christian Dior’s sublime vision of femininity.

This is the sixth volume in an unprecedented series of books devoted to each designer of the couture house, the ultimate compendium of the most memorable haute couture creations conceived and handcrafted by the renowned house of Dior since its inception. Carefully conserved in the world’s great museums and institutions, these fashion treasures have been photographed and exclusively compiled for this indispensable collection.

Discover the exquisite haute couture designs of Raf Simons for Dior from 2012 to 2015, as he brought a contemporary edge to the renowned Parisian couture house. With perceptive text by fashion journalist Tim Blanks, this volume showcases Simons' streamlined aesthetic and innovative approach, merging it with Dior's poetic femininity. Carefully photographed by Laziz Hamani, Dior by Raf Simons is a must-have collection for fashion enthusiasts and art lovers alike.

Assouline Publishing was founded as a family company in 1994 by Proper and Martine Assouline. It has published approximately 1500 titles on subjects ranging from architecture, art, design, fashion, lifestyle, and travel and has brought the illustrated book market to life with products that are modern, luxurious, and creative.

Created with the goal of becoming the first luxury brand on culture, Assouline aims to supply everything needed for a contemporary library. An active contributor to the growth of the illustrated market and its integration into the worlds of luxury, fashion, and design, Assouline provides the highest quality book-objects, sharing a distinctive graphic identity and editorial savoir-faire that have captured imaginations while addressing new themes in a contemporary manner. With its style and vision, the brand is a true pioneer.

Released in May 2023

Author: Tim Blanks
Photography by: Laziz Hamani
Publisher: Assouline Publishing Corporation
Edition: English
Book Details: 344 pages, 225 illustrations
Material: Hardcover with jacket
Dimensions: (L 36.9 x W 29.7 x D 4.8) cm
Weight: 3.8 kg