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John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

British, b. 1960

Known for introducing rich theatricality and memorable fashion spectacles to the runway, John Galliano has enjoyed a singular career. The audacious British designer has garnered universal acclaim for genre-breaking collections not only at his eponymous label but also for Christian Dior.

From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless newspaper-print dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy, drawing on history as often as it embodies a fresh and forward-looking sensibility, and over the years the designer has helped shape an ever-broadening new legion of enthusiasts for Parisian couture.

Born in Gibraltar but raised in South London by strict Roman Catholic working-class parents, Galliano attended the all-boys Church of England grammar school, where his flamboyance and interest in art attracted the attention of bullies. Eventually, Galliano ended up at the prestigious design and art school Central Saint Martins College (then called Saint Martin’s School of Art), where fellow British designers Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen also trained.

Galliano flourished at Central Saint Martins. While a student, he worked in the costume department at the National Theatre in London. His graduate collection in 1984, dubbed “Les Incroyables” and named for post–French Revolution fashion lovers, was modeled by close friends of his and earned a standing ovation. The line ended up in the storefront windows of London luxury boutique Brown’s on South Molton Street, and Galliano’s first official collection — after he graduated — debuted at Paris Fashion Week in 1989.

In the early 1990s, Galliano’s relationship with his financial backer, Plein Sud’s Faycal Amor, ended, and by 1994, he was broke and sleeping on the floor of a friend’s apartment. Vogue editor in chief Anna Wintour and then-Vanity Fair editor André Leon Talley stepped in and introduced the budding designer to Portuguese socialite and fashion patron São Schlumberger and others.

At Schlumberger’s Hôtel Particulier, Galliano’s shows became the stuff of fashion legend. His collection, a blend of Japanese modernist style as well as nostalgia for Art Deco and 1940s’ tailoring, earned raves in glossy magazines and garnered the attention of Princess Diana, Madonna and other fashion luminaries.

Once the Galliano name was well known among the world’s most stylish set, the chairperson of LVMH, Bernard Arnault, appointed Galliano head designer of French fashion house Givenchy. One year later, in 1996, LVMH moved him to the design team at Dior. In just eight weeks, Galliano produced 50 looks for Dior Haute Couture’s brilliant Spring/Summer 1997 Maasai collection and would ultimately design a mind-boggling eight collections a year for the storied French fashion house until 2011. Today, Galliano is the creative director of Maison Margiela.

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Designer: John Galliano for Christian Dior
Iconic Vintage Christian Dior Pink Bikini Swimsuit by John Galliano 2003 Runway
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
Iconic Christian Dior by John Galliano Pink Bikini, the same style was featured in Christian Dior Fashion show for Spring/Summer 2003. The item is ne...
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Early 2000s French John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Dior Pink and White Branded One-piece Swimsuit
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Dior - (Made in France) Pink and white branded one-piece swimsuit. Size 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Seller reference: FH184
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Early 2000s French John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Dior One-piece Swimsuit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) One-piece swimsuit created under the artistic direction of John Galliano. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: V...
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Early 2000s French John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Christian Dior by John Galliano Pink Diorissimo Swimsuit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, IT
Dior one-piece swimsuit in pink oblique monogram with Dior logo in mini crystals, size M. Condition: Excellent.
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Early 2000s John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Dior by John Galliano Denim printed Bikini
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, IT
Dior denim print bikini color blue. Top size 85C, bottom size 38 FR. Condition: Really good.
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Early 2000s John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Christian Dior Spring 2002 Navy Diorissimo Bikini
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SANT ANTONI DE PORTMANY, ES
Introducing an extraordinary luxury vintage item from Christian Dior's Spring 2002 collection, masterfully crafted under the creative genius of John Galliano: The Navy Diorissimo Monogram Bikini...
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Rare Christian Dior By John Galliano Black And White Bikini
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
Very rare Christian Dior by John Galliano black and white bikini. Specifications: French size 38
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F/W 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Brown Cheetah Print Silk Blend Robe
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a brown cheetah print Christian Dior robe, designed by John Galliano. From the Fall/Winter 2004 'gambler' collection, this robe boasts a cheetah print that was heavily used in the collection 1. While this is a dressing robe...
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Christian Dior by Galliano S/S 2004 Runway Logo Bikini Swimwear 3 Piece Set
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
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Early 2000s John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Christian Dior by Galliano S/S 2004 Logo Monogram Bodysuit Swimsuit Swimwear
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
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Early 2000s John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Christian Dior by Galliano S/S 2000 Swarovski Logo Metallic Swimwear Swimsuit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior by Galliano S/S 2000 Swarovski Logo Metallic Ombre Swimwear Swimsuit FR 38
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Early 2000s John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Christian Dior By John Galliano F/W 2002 Ruffles Bikini Swimwear 2 Piece Set
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior By John Galliano F/W 2002 Ruffles Bikini Swimwear 2 Piece Set FR 36/38 Exellent Condition Looks Unworn Please note the bra top is size FR 36 and the bikini bottom is ...
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Early 2000s John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Christian Dior x John Galliano Grey Metallic Vintage 90's Rare Swimsuit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
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1990s French John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Christian Dior Vintage Unworn Logo Monogram Sheer Bikini Swimwear 2 Piece Set
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior Vintage Unworn Logo Monogram Sheer Panels Bikini Swimwear 2 Piece Set FR 36
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1990s John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

New Christian Dior 1990's Vintage Logo Monogram Sheer Black Bodysuit Swimsuit
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
New Christian Dior 1990's Vintage Logo Monogram Sheer Black Bodysuit Swimsuit Size FR 38
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1990s John Galliano for Christian Dior Swimwear

Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 2006 Unworn Logo Bikini Swimwear 2 Piece Set
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Naples, FL
Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 2006 Vintage Unworn Logo Lace Print Bikini Swimwear 2 Piece Set FR 40
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