The Ultimate Guide to Dior’s Most Iconic Handbags
Dior was so dedicated to ensuring every modern woman of the Fifties looked impeccable and elegant, he wrote a guide called “Little Dictionary of Fashion” in 1954, which included rules about fashion and handbags. He said purses should always be made of the highest quality materials and exclusively handcrafted.

Christian Dior, who was known for his simplistically elegant designs, founded his storied French fashion house in 1946. Prior to launching his namesake brand, Dior worked alongside Pierre Balmain at Lucien Lelong where they designed dresses for the wives of military officers and French collaborators. Dior’s designs were more voluptuous and body-hugging than the boxy, conservative shapes of World War II styles…which was said to be due to a lack of fabrics. He became an expert at creating feminine shapes and silhouettes for any woman of any size.

Dior was so dedicated to ensuring every modern woman of the Fifties looked impeccable and elegant, he wrote a guide called “Little Dictionary of Fashion” in 1954, which included rules about fashion and handbags. He said purses should always be made of the highest quality materials and exclusively handcrafted.

DIOR’S MOST EXQUISITE HANDBAGS
J’adore Dior! There are few French words that roll off a woman’s tongue quite like DIOR and dozens of iconic women from Hollywood, Royalty and Society can agree. Whether Lady Diana carrying the Lady Dior took your breath away, you were inspired by Sex and the City, or your favorite influencer’s Diorama, Dior bags bring the drools and the drama. We scoured LePrix to present to you what we consider to be 8 of Dior’s most unforgettable designs.

LADY DIOR

Luck be a Lady Dior with this elegant and sophisticated satchel that was renamed in 1995 to honor Lady Diana, the Princess of Wales. This eternally chic tote — that comes in many sizes, colors and materials — features logo charms, dual top handles, a detachable shoulder strap, a footed seat, and interior pockets. Plus, since it’s so incredibly lovely, and almost as iconic as the Chanel Flap bag, this is a true investment bag.

**30 MONTAIGNEA**

Bring on the Diorama! Introduced in 2015, this sleek and structured shoulder bag never fails to turn heads. Crafted in a range of sizes, materials and colors, it’s a of Dior’s best sellers.

**DIORISSIMO**

The Diorissimo reminds us of an updated Lady Dior tote due to the dangling charms and the top handle design, but this iconic piece speaks directly to Dior’s craftsmanship and elegance. Launched in 2012, this luxurious essential features a detachable shoulder strap, interior compartments and patch pockets and comes in three different sizes: the Small, Medium and Large.

**DIOREVER**

This structured, elegant carryall is seriously chic, featuring minimalist lines for a classic appeal. With a crest-shaped flap closure like the Diorama, it comes with an adjustable shoulder strap, sturdy top handles, inner compartments and a flap closure and comes in a variety of sizes, colors and materials!

**J’ADIOR**

The J’ADIOR is the Lady Dior’s cool little sister. This structured, statement-making essential Dior tote features a long CD chain strap (also available with a detachable shoulder strap) so it can be carried as a shoulder bag or crossbody. The front flap and handclasp feature a shiny J’ADIOR logo, so you can easily slip your hand inside and carry it as a clutch too! The J’ADIOR comes in four sizes: the WOC, the Mini, the Flap Bag with Chain and the Flap Bag with Shoulder Strap.

**SADDLE BAG**

The iconic Saddle Bag everyone knows, and loves (including Carrie Bradshaw) has been reinvented again and again since John Galliano first designed it in 1999. Now you can snag one of the world’s most sought-after bags in monogram-embroidered canvas, ultra-matte leather and monogram jacquard-embroidered leather. Plus, you can show off your personal style with mix-and-match, detachable shoulder straps.

**BOOK TOTE**

The Dior Book Tote is the brainchild of Creative Director, Maria Grazia Chiuri, and is now a staple of the Dior aesthetic.

**30 MONTAIGNE**

The Dior 30 Montaigne is a bit reminiscent of the Hermes Constance with its boxy design, logo hardware and the adjustable, double-loop shoulder strap that also lets you wear it as a crossbody. Introduced in 2019 to thunderous applause, this instant classic is sleek and structured with a fold-over flap featuring a glistening “CD” monogram, embossed “30 Montaigne” on the back, and interior and exterior pockets.