The Dior Bag Named After Lady Diana

The classic and iconic Lady Dior handbag by Christian Dior dates back to it's inception in September 1995 at the Cezanne Art Exhibition, Paris, sponsored by Dior. This beautiful new, unnamed petite black leather Dior grab bag was presented by France's first lady, Bernadette Chirac to Diana Princess of Wales. The bag became a favourite of Diana's and as one of the most photographed women in the world the bag featured with the Princess of Wales on many royal official engagements and overseas visits. It soon became the must have bag for many and is one of the most successful bags in the history of fashion selling over 200, 000 over the next 2 years. Dior then named it the Lady Dior, after replica lady dior bags as she was known throughout Europe.

Since 2008 the French actress Marion Cotillard became the face of the Lady Dior. She worked with famous directors to create a series of short films that featured a different Lady Dior bag called The Lady Dior Saga.

The Gianfranco Ferre designed square or rectangular grab bag was simple sophistication with elegant cross-hatched detailed stitched leather, round top handles and charms. Each bag takes several craftsmen over 8 hours to construct. 130 pieces of the finest lambskin leather are sanded, dyed and hand stitched then hand cut by artisans around wooden moulds. The cannage stitching is inspired by Napoleon III rattan style chairs. The capital letter D. I. O. R. charm letters, with a larger O, that hang from the handle are galvanised to ensure their luster, as are the metal rings that attach the handle to the body of the bag and the feet that protect it from wear. It also comes in a variety of sizes, from mini for evenings, to a large shopper for every day. Essentially the bag has not changed over the years, each season different types of leather, beading, materials such as denim and vivid colours are introduced. A limited edition can just involve the charm letters being crystal studded or in different materials such as bamboo, faux tortoise shell or the whole of the bag covered in intricate beading and embroidery.

Prices start at over £ 4, 000 pounds and costs vary depending on the types of materials used and quantities. The expense makes the Chistian Dior Lady Dior, a bag only a few can afford. Do not despair as there are many reputable designers who hand craft fabulous bags that have been inspired by the Lady Dior in fine Italian leathers that look fabulous and last a lifetime. But do be aware of knock off dior handbags, which are poorly made in inferior materials from the Far East.
With its royal destiny and the Princess who gave it its name, the cheap lady dior bags has become a legend.
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