Famous for launching the landmark "New Look," Christian Dior's debut collection marked a sea change in women's fashion after World War II. Today, Dior is considered the archetype of the Parisian couture house. This book follows the designer from the '50s to the present, with engaging photography by Patrick Demarchelier.

• Features portraits of more than 100 gowns from Christian Dior Haute Couture.
• Photographed by Patrick Demarchelier.
• Written by Ingrid Sischy.
• Hardcover, 250 pages.