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Christian Dior: Die stilvolle Welt des Modeschöpfers

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Eine Hommage an die Modelegende Christian Dior, dessen Kreationen uns bis heute verzaubern

Christian Dior revolutionierte die Mode und schuf zeitlose Klassiker wie das Parfum Miss Dior oder das Bar Jacket. Dieser Band lädt ein zu einem visuellen Streifzug durch die Welt des Modemeisters. Megan Hess hält in charmanten Illustrationen die bedeutenden Momente aus Diors bewegtem Leben fest: die Höhen und Tiefen seiner frühen Jahre in der Pariser Bohème; die Gründung des Hauses Dior, das er in kürzester Zeit zu einem Imperium der Haute Couture aufbaute; und das beindruckende Vermächtnis, das er in Form einer der international einflussreichsten Modemarken hinterließ. Eingestreute Anekdoten und Zitate ergänzen die außergewöhnliche Geschichte von Dior.

192 pages, Hardcover

First published November 30, 2021

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Megan Hess

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Megan Hess was destined to draw.

An initial career in graphic design evolved into art direction for some of the world’s leading design agencies. In 2008 Hess illustrated the New York Times number one selling book Sex And The City - written by Candace Bushnell. She has since illustrated portraits for Vanity Fair and Time, created iconic accessories for Henri Bendel and illustrated the windows of Bergdorf Goodman in New York.

Hess’s signature style can also be found on her bespoke range of silk scarves, cushions and Limited Edition prints sold around the globe.

She has written and illustrated 3 best selling books: Fashion House, The Dress and Coco Chanel.

Her renowned clients include: Prada, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Yves Saint Laurent, Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Fendi, Ladurée, Givenchy, Wedgwood, Salvatore Ferragamo, Michelle Obama, Cartier, Laduree, Montblanc, Balenciaga, Guerlain, Paspaley, Tag Heuer, and Disney.

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546 reviews171 followers
April 11, 2022
Bedankt Kosmos uitgeverij voor het toesturen van dit prachtige boek.

Fantastische illustraties waarbij je kennismaakt met de geschiedenis van Couture huis Dior en de man achter deze grootste naam: Christian Dior.
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Author 2 books43 followers
February 14, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4 stars | Christian Dior: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Master by Megan Hess


I absolutely loved Christian Dior: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Master by Megan Hess. This book is such a beautiful tribute to Christian Dior and the extraordinary world he created. From the moment I opened it, I was completely captivated by the elegance and delicacy of the illustrations. Megan Hess has a way of bringing fashion to life that feels soft, romantic, and effortlessly sophisticated. Every page feels like stepping into a dream version of Paris couture.

The illustrations are truly the heart of this book. They perfectly capture the femininity, grace, and refinement that Dior stood for. The flowing gowns, the structured silhouettes, the dramatic shapes, and the attention to detail are all portrayed so beautifully. You can feel the movement in the dresses and the confidence in the women wearing them. The artwork is powerful, which mirrors Dior’s designs perfectly.

I also really loved learning more about Dior himself. The book gives insight into his background, his inspirations, and the way he revolutionized fashion with his bold vision. His introduction of the New Look changed everything, bringing back glamour and structure at a time when the world needed beauty again. What stood out to me most was his deep appreciation and love for women. He did not just design clothes. He designed pieces that celebrated the female form and enhanced a woman’s confidence and elegance. His creativity is really great and feels to me fearless and romantic.

Reading about his journey made me admire his woek. His ability to combine artistry with business and tradition with innovation is amazing. The book really highlights how his legacy continues through the House of Dior and why his name remains one of the most respected in fashion history. There is something so timeless about his work. And even long time later, his designs still feel modern and relevant.

The overall presentation of the book is stunning. It feels luxurious to hold, and the layout complements the illustrations beautifully. It is the kind of book you can leave on a coffee table and flip through again and again. Each time you notice a new detail in the artwork or reflect on something new about Dior’s life and philosophy.

However, the reason I am giving this four stars instead of five is because I wish the book had gone deeper in certain areas. While it beautifully celebrates Dior’s artistry and legacy, I would have appreciated more discussion around the realities of the fashion industry, including issues like worker exploitation, production conditions, and the significant gap between manufacturing costs and high retail prices in luxury fashion, which are all prevalent in Dior. Dior represents glamour and beauty, but luxury fashion as a whole has complex ethical and economic layers that were not really addressed. A bit more transparency or critical reflection would have added depth and balance to the narrative, it's not all that magical.

I also simply wish it had been longer. I wanted more insight into his creative process, more historical detail, and even more illustrations to admire. It left me wanting more.

Overall, this is a gorgeous and even inspiring book that blends fashion history with art. If you love couture, femininity, bold design, and to see some magic of fashion, this is a good read. It made me appreciate Christian Dior’s creativity, vision and elegancy even more.
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515 reviews29 followers
March 9, 2022
Was ist das?

In „Christian Dior – Die stilvolle Welt des Modeschöpfers“ präsentiert die weltbekannte Fashion-Illustratorin Megan Hess dieses Mal den legendären Modedesigner Christian Dior und die bekanntesten Klassiker der Mode- und Beautymarke Dior. Mit atemberaubenden Illustrationen, liebevoll ausgearbeiteten Details, zahlreichen Anekdoten und Zitaten wird ein umfassender Einblick in das Leben und das Schaffen von Christian Dior gewährleistet und ein hochwertiges, unvergessliches Bilderbuch geschaffen.

Wie sieht es aus?

Bei dem Buch handelt es sich um eine Hardcover-Ausgabe, die etwas größer als A5 ist. Der Buchschnitt ist in glänzendem Gold gehalten genauso wie die goldene Verzierung auf dem Cover. Die gesamte Aufmachung des Buches ist sehr hochwertig und edel. Auf dem Cover befindet sich zudem eine Illustration von Christian Dior vor einem Spiegel mit einer seiner Kreationen, liebevoll illustriert von der Autorin. Das Innere umfasst größtenteils Zeichnungen der Autorin nebst kleineren Texten, gelegentlich gibt es auch ganzseitige Zitate. Der Großteil des Buches ist in schwarz, weiß, rosa und gold gehalten. Die Textabschnitte sind sehr klein und dezent gehalten, man merkt, dass hier die Bilder deutlich im Vordergrund stehen.

Was erwartet einen?

Dieses Buch hat nicht den Anspruch, eine Biografie zu sein. Dies sollte man sich vor Augen halten. Vielmehr ist es ein eindrucksvoll inszeniertes Buch voller Illustrationen mit Bezug zu Christian Dior und der Marke Dior. Neben ikonischen Dior-Produkten, jeder Menge kluger Zitate und schönaussehenden Zeichnungen findet man hier aber allerlei informative Kurztexte, die zumindest einen leicht biografischen Abriss über den Modeschöpfer und auch die Marke sowie ihre ikonischen Produkte gewährleisten. Die Varianz der Thematiken ist hierbei wirklich gut gelungen. Man merkt, dass sich die Autorin bei der Gestaltung sehr viel gedacht hat und dem Leser viele Informationen wohldosiert mitgeben wollte.

Mein Fazit

Bekanntermaßen bin ich sehr großer Fan der Autorin und liebe ihre unglaublichen Bücher. Ich habe tatsächlich alle bisher auf Deutsch erschienenen Titel im Regal und kann sagen: Dieses Buch ist bisher gestalterisch mein Favorit! Bisher gehörte mein Herz dem Buch zu Coco Chanel, aber hier hat Megan Hess in meinen Augen einfach abgeliefert. Die zarten Zeichnungen, die angenehme Farbpalette, die vielseitigen Zeichnungen – hier stimmt alles. Es ist so liebevoll gestaltet, so gut durchdacht und wird mit informativen Anekdoten versehen. Ich könnte die Bilder einfach stundenlang anschauen und bewundere die Handwerkskunst der Autorin jedes Mal wieder aufs Neue. Dieses Buch ist geeignet für alle Leute, die hübsche Bücher mögen, ein gewisses Interesse an Fashion oder Dior haben und keine vollwertige Biografie suchen, denn hier handelt es sich um ein Bilderbuch. Ein toller Hingucker, auch als Coffee Table Book oder Deko-Element. Und vor allem: Ein absoluter Geschenk-Tipp für Fashionfans! Ich hoffe, der Verlag bringt noch mehr Titel der Autorin raus. Ich liebe die Bücher!

[Diese Rezension basiert auf einem Rezensionsexemplar, was mir freundlicherweise von dem Verlag zur Verfügung gestellt wurde. Meine Meinung wurde hierdurch nicht beeinflusst.]
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15.2k reviews456 followers
January 22, 2023
Net zo leuk als het Audrey Hepburn boek! Lekker kleurig, vrolijk, en mooi. En vol met informatie over Dior + zijn couture/kleding, immers hij is in 1957 overleden maar zijn modehuis is nog steeds enorm hard bezig! Ik heb enorm genoten van de tekst en heb weer wat nieuws geleerd over Dior. Zoals dat hij heel bijgelovig was en vaak waarzegster bezocht (en vaak luisterde naar ze, behalve de laatste keer). Mooie bloemen overal, en het is gewoon jammer dat Dior zo duur is, want ik zou best iets willen hebben van dit modehuis!
Aanrader! Hopelijk komen er meer boeken zoals deze (en dus Audrey).
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January 4, 2023
Glücklich sein ist das Geheimnis aller Schönheit; Ohne Glück gibt es keine Schönheit die attraktiv wäre.

Ich persönlich habe kein allzu großes Interesse an Mode, doch das Äußere dieses Graphic Novels war einfach zu schön, um es in der Bibliothek stehen zu lassen.
Noch nie fand ich Zeichnungen so schön wie hier drin! Eine sehr schöne Biografie über Dior. Ich werde mir definitiv mehr von Megan Hess anschauen.
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389 reviews7 followers
December 29, 2022
Another beautiful read by Megan Hess ❤️ … illustrated perfectly and she tells Diors story so well.

Christian Dior is one of the worlds most famous fashion designers. We all recognise his branding and I think it’s safe to say we all wish we were Charlize Theron… am I right? Haha 😂

For me personally it’s not about each individual design, sure it’s nice to own nice things and I still have the packaging from the Miss Dior Cherie Adam got me for when we went to Paris. 🥰💕

For me it’s so much more than the individual items what Dior achieved in just one decade was becoming a style icon. The story of how his designs became the brand it is today. That’s the stuff of legends right there. In just 10 years he went from a nobody to being a global sensation. Wow that’s mad … inspirational. 😍
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Profile Image for Siteri R.
37 reviews
September 4, 2025
I bought this second-hand for the illustrations, and because I admired the skill that went into creating haute couture dresses. While the fashion illustrations in this book are colourful, there's no new information about Christian Dior, the man, nor the fashion house.

The book does emphasise, rather obviously, that Dior was superstitious and carried a few talismans with him everywhere, and even consulted a clairvoyant. Knowing what I know now about the 'elites', this isn't surprising.

This book is for new-age practitioners who like fashion illustration.
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50 reviews
April 28, 2022
Pas op zijn 42e couturier: gestructureerde silhouetten & elegante vrouwelijkheid. Bekend van de “New Look” en de bar-jasjes. Geïnspireerd door bloemen vanuit zijn jeugd en door de 8-rondingen. Hij veroorzaakte een moderevolutie: van oorlog/depressie (sober) naar weelderige mode (tailles/plooirok/mantelpakjes). Prachtige tekeningen!! Over vakmanschap, tijdsgeest en visie. In fijne sfeer weergegeven.
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504 reviews10 followers
July 31, 2022
I was inspired to read this book after watching “Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris” (about a maid who dreams about owning a Dior dress). I am a fan of Hess’s illustration style, so this book certainly didn’t disappoint in that department. It provides a brief overview of Dior’s fascinating life from his childhood until his death. The most fascinating fact to me is that he only ran his business for 10 years before his death, but his legacy continues to endure.
1 review
October 20, 2023
This book looks absolutely elegant and beautiful matching Christian Dior.
It is very well organized with excellent printing quality.
I like the sketches and illustrations displayed in the entire book.
It tells you about the story of Christian Dior through simple descriptions and illustrations.
It is a good coffee-table book.
I recommend this book if you enjoy quality printing.
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1,108 reviews8 followers
September 12, 2023
The art was exquisite, the details of the man and his brand and how it expanded were good. I was sad to not have any real photos of the garments. However, for a fuller look into this designer and his designs I feel I'd need to read further anyhow.
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176 reviews30 followers
March 5, 2025
Very much fun to read and look at the illustrations. I think the history is succinct and enlightening for someone who wants a bit of knowledge on the brand and inspirations. A bit of light reading and something different before bed.
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90 reviews
February 17, 2026
Sympa à lire !
Dessins super jolis et pas trop de texte mais assez pour en apprendre plus sur Dior.
Top au niveau de la mise en page et tout, dommage qu’il n’y ait pas de vraie photo mais c’est un livre illustré alors normal haha
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2,155 reviews1,006 followers
October 23, 2021
3.5⭐

I've wanted to check out Megan Hess's work for awhile and this is my first book by her. The illustrations are undoubtedly gorgeous and befitting of its subject and the fashion scene. I also really enjoyed the easy-to-digest info about Christian Dior's life.

Sadly, I found the content to be just surface-level, especially when you consider the mark that Dior left on this world. The impression I got of Dior from this book is that he grew up rich and led a privileged life, with his endeavours financially backed by wealthy parents. The book talks about his struggles but doesn't really convey anything informative about them. There isn't even any info about how he died or the cause of death.

I would say this is more of a fluff read. The detail is in the illustrations but not in the text, which left me wanting. But surely there is more to be said about an icon like Dior?
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7,043 reviews23 followers
March 29, 2022
The life of Christian Dior and how his designs changed the fashion world and continued even after his death.
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10 reviews
April 8, 2024
Las ilustraciones del libro son preciosas!
3 reviews
April 26, 2024
Espectacular, el texto y las ilustraciones de ensueño. Una obra de arte como lo eran los diseños de Dior.
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361 reviews2 followers
October 7, 2024
Een mooi gemaakt, maar oppervlakkig en totaal onkritisch boekje over de beroemde ontwerper dat voorbijgaat aan heel wat belangrijke gebeurtenissen en inzoomt op de cliché's
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6 reviews
October 22, 2024
Me gustó. Es un libro entretenido sobre la historia resumida de Christian Dior. Los dibujos muy lindos y acompañan bien los textos ☺️
22 reviews
March 23, 2025
Ich mochte es sehr und habe es als eine Art Zeit Strahl für meine Facharbeit benutzt es war sehr schön und super zu lesen
248 reviews15 followers
June 2, 2025
hay frases que se repiten pero por lo demás genial
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16 reviews1 follower
December 20, 2025
4,3/5 It's a nice read. It brushes over the Dior's life quite briefly, but overall a good summary.
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