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.