Christian Dior show goes on without Galliano
Despite John Galliano's recent dismissal as head designer for Christian Dior, the Dior show went on just days later at Paris Fashion Week, though the presentation was noticeably different.
Outside the venue, one man opted to ignore and/or dismiss the video of Galliano making anti-Semitic remarks and held up a sign that said "The king is gone." Sentiments were a bit different inside the show where
Dior CEO Sidney Toledano made a thoughtful pre-show statement. "It has been deeply painful to see the Dior name associated with the disgraceful statements attributed to its designer, however brilliant he may be," Toledano said. "Such statements are intolerable because of our collective duty to never forget the Holocaust and its victims, and because of the respect for human dignity that is owed to each person and to all peoples. These statements have deeply shocked and saddened all at Dior who give body and soul to their work, and it is particularly painful that they came from someone so admired for his remarkable creative talent."
No major celebrities were in attendance, and many showgoers described the show as somber. We wonder if they were projecting. According to the Associated Press, the collection came across as a "best of" presentation, with wearable silk gowns and handbags ate the forefront. Supermodel Karlie Kloss, who is the current face of Dior, opened the show. In lieu of Galliano's final bow, the entire design team took to the runway wearing white lab coats and received a standing ovation.
It is still uncertain who will be named to replace Galliano, but we're proud of Dior for handling the tough situation with class and ease. We look forward to seeing what the brand will present going forward.
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