Book reviews of Milano Fashion Library

Miss Dior: a story of fashion, war and courage’ by Justine Picardie

What lies behind the timeless elegance of Christian Dior’s New Look and the iconic Miss Dior perfume? Justine Picardie, renowned writer and fashion journalist, sheds light on an extraordinary figure: Catherine Dior, the beloved sister of the legendary fashion designer, in a biography that intertwines fashion, history and resilience.

Through a richly illustrated narrative based on unpublished documents, Picardie guides us into the heart of the 20th century, following Catherine through the shadows of occupied Paris, the brutality of imprisonment in Ravensbrück and the sweet refuge of post-war rural life. Catherine is not only a muse, but a heroine: a member of the Resistance, a survivor of torture and deportation, and ultimately the administrator of the legacy of a fashion house that defined an era.

The narrative captures the tension between the pursuit of beauty, typical of the Dior world, and the deep wounds of a past marked by war. Christian’s dedication of his first perfume to his sister, “Miss Dior”, thus becomes an act of brotherly love, a symbol of femininity that is both strong and delicate.

This book is not only a tribute to Catherine, but also a reflection on the indissoluble link between fashion and history. A must-read for those who love to discover the faces and stories behind sartorial masterpieces.

Recommended for: fashion enthusiasts, contemporary history scholars and anyone looking for a story of strength and grace intertwined with the art of couture.

 

 

 

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