Christian Dior Flashcards
Materials and techniques
Silk and satin are expensive, luxurious materials which emphasise the wealth and status of the wearer
The elegant materials make the dress suitable for evening wear or a special occasion such as a cocktail party
The net material helps to create a full voluminous skirt which creates a strong visual impact but would be quite heavy for the wearer
Target market
The dress would be suitable for a women in her 30s due to the sophisticated style of the dress
The dress is aimed at a wealthy women due to the expensive materials used and the fact it has been made by a well known designer
The dress is aimed at women with a higher social status who attend formal occasions such as cocktail parties
Function/fitness for purpose
The dress is suitable for a formal occasion such as a cocktail party due to the elegant and sophisticated style of the dress
The ruffled skirt would be quite heavy due to the amount of fabric used and therefore hard for the wearer to move around in and wear for a long time
Aesthetics/style
Black swan may have been a source of inspiration. The bow on the waist looks as though it has been inspired by wings. The dress is very elegant like a swan
Looks very elegant due to the use of black and materials such as silk, saying and velvet
