Christian Dior 1905 - 1957
- born in Normandy, France
- loved art
- entered the fashion world as a designer In 1938
- worked for Robert Piquet
- served in World War II, & post war returned to Paris opening his own fashion house in 1946
- brand quickly expanded into furs, perfumes and accessories.
- after his sudden death Yves Saint Laurent became the head designer at the Dior fashion house.
- other well-known designers at this fashion house include Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, and John Galliano.
