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Born
He was born in Granville, Manche -
Education
He studied political science at the 'Ecole des Sciences Politiques' -
Illness
He found out that he had contracted tuberculosis. -
Design Career
Dior began his design career in Paris by selling his fashion sketches -
Hired Robert Piguet
Dior hired Robert Piguet, who was a Paris based fashion designer who helped to train Dior -
New Job
He got a new job where he worked for Lucien Lelong in a large design house, he also helped to train Dior -
The House of Dior
He established 'The House of Dior' in December. This house was backd by textile manufacturer Marcel Boussac -
1st Collection
He presented his 1st collection in his town house. This is when he brought out the 'New Look' which became very popular and is what Dior is known for now. He also appointed Pierre Cardin as the Head of the Dior Studio. -
1st Perfume Launched
The first Dior perfume was launched called, 'Miss Dior' which was named after Dior's sister. He also opens a ready- to- wear House in New York -
Spreading Dior's Name
Jacques Rouet had a new strategy of trying to spread Dior's name. He did this by making Christian Dior's name visible on luxury items. These items included; Ties, Shoes, Furs, Handbags, Jewels and Scarves. Dior also became the exclusive designer for Marlene Dietrich for Alfred Hitchcock's film stage fight. -
1st Book Published
He published his first book, 'Je Suis Couturier' -
Company Expanded
He launched a new range of shoes with the help of the designer Roger Viver. His company also expanded as it had been established in Mexico, Cuba, Canada and Italy. -
Dior Dies
Dior dies in October due to a heart attack.
Rouet appoints Yves Saint Laurent as Artistic Director of the House of Dior.