Unique to North America, a special façade, designed in partnership with Barbarito Bancel Architectes, has been constructed with decorative concrete panels to complement Miami’s evolving art and design scene. A Dior star has been fixed to the top of the building as a symbol of good luck from Monsieur Dior. Dior Miami will debut as the first boutique with the star installation in the U.S. The same symbol can also be found on top of Dior boutiques in Omotesando, Tokyo and Seoul, Korea.
Founded in 1947, Christian Dior revolutionized fashion with his visionary designs, establishing the legacy of the house of Dior.
The morning of February 12, 1947, Mr. Dior presented his first Haute Couture collection in a room filled with journalists from around the world. The collection was so revolutionary in its figure and form, that it was named the “New Look.” Inspired by the lines of flower’s folded petals and of the figure “8”, each look represented the return of femininity and luxury after years of global poverty and war. He introduced a new silhouette, accentuating the female figure with long flowing skirts, fitted waists and softly rounded shoulders and hips.
