Dior rewritten his fairy tale with the new high jewelry collection

On the hills above Cannes, there is a place suspended over time: it Château de la Colle Noire. Between ancient olive trees and lavender scent, Christian Dior had found his ideal refuge there, a private Eden where to retire and welcome illustrious personalities, such as Marc Chagall who loved to draw in the guest book of the couturier. It is in the shade of this castle that Dior has chosen to present its new high jewelry collection Diorexquissigned by the summer of Victoire de Castellane.

The parade outside the Château de la Colle Noire

In a scenario that seems to have come out of a dream, the precious masterpieces of the line have revealed themselves in an intimate and exclusive parade, intended for the international press and the most trusted top clients of the maison. The models paraded along the large château swimming pool until they compose a surprising Tableaux Vivant against the background of the fireworks that illuminated the guests.

The Tableaux Vivant Final and some pieces from the collection signed by Victoire de Castellane

The Tableaux Vivant Final and some pieces from the collection signed by Victoire de Castellane

This year, Victoire de Castellane, Dior Joaillerie artistic director since 1999, conceived a unique collection, inspired by three themes Fundamental to the world of the maison: enchanted landscapes, delicate bouquet and magical gala. A visual narrative that opens before the eyes as an enchanted journey through the cycles of nature and the thrill of the holidays.

The three emblematic themes of the Dior Delicate Bouquet and magical gala landscapes collection

The three emblematic themes of the Dior collection: enchanted landscapes, delicate bouquets and magical galas

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Each collier, pendant, pin or ring contains a microcosm: winter It is told with sparkling ice that set out like a brown on the parures; there spring explodes in a riot of flowers and colors; While summer Vibra of light through precious stones. And again, the atmosphere of the great gala It comes to life along the stones of a crew, with tiny figures set in the jewel.

The jewels are designed as paintings here the spring story of an enchanted forest

The jewels are designed as paintings: here the spring story of an enchanted forest

The choice of clothes that accompanied the parade was treated with four hands with Maria Grazia ChiuriCreative Director of the Maison. A perfect synergy, which made it possible to enhance the beauty and richness of jewelry without overloading the whole: ethereal clothes, in delicate or deep colors, they have been the theatrical fifth to the pieces of the collection, underlining its narrative force.

One of the looks of the Diorexquis fashion show

One of the looks of the parade Diorexquis

To conclude the evening, an impeccable gala welcomed the guests in the château terraced gardens. In an enchanted atmosphere, between candles and wild flowers, the multi -starred chef Mauro Colagreco – three stars Michelin – He signed a memorable dinner, where every dish, just like the jewels, told a story of land, seasons and passion.

The gala dinner

The gala dinner

Source: Vanity Fair

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