The Lady Dior : A Bag Fit for a Princess


The Lady Dior bag is the symbol of refinement and eternal style that captured the imagination of fashion enthusiast for almost 3 decades. Its status is actually iconic not only because of its exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious materials but also due to interesting stories and their association with the legendary Dior house.

The Lady Dior bag was originally named Chouchou, a French word for “Favorite”.  It was first introduced in 1995 when Princess Diana was visiting Paris and presented a chic handbag by the First lady of France at the opening of the Paul Cézanne retrospective at Paris Grand Palais. Princess Diana, who is known for her impeccable taste and fashion influence, fell head over heels with the uniqueness of this cannage-stitching, a one-of-a-kind piece reminiscent of the chairs found in Dior salons.  From then, the handbag was named "Lady Dior," after the Princess, and henceforth it became the icon of elegance from the royal family.


The Lady Dior is a testament that with every handcrafted piece, there exists the tradition of exquisite creativity in the Dior house. Each one of the pieces is hand-crafted in Italy out of top-class calfskin leather. The unmistakable cannage stitching, inspired from the woven cane seats of the Dior salons, requires hours of devoted handiwork and develops a structure while filling it with visual essence. The hardware of the bag includes the signature "D.I.O.R" charms fine-tuned with the precision of the finest.

Because of its popularity, people tend to counterfeit the bag, that is why authenticity should always be verified before you make any purchase specially in a preloved-market to obtain an authentic Lady Dior. All authentic Lady Dior bags have a serial number and an authenticity card. The serial number usually is located on one little leather tag attached to the bag's interior and therefore should be discovered. Additionally, an authenticity card contains information such as the model size and color concerning the bag itself and must coincide with its serial number.

The Lady Dior bag also comes in a range of colors, materials, and finishes, allowing you to personalize your style. From classic black and beige to vibrant hues and exotic skins, there's a Lady Dior bag to complement every taste and occasion. It is also is available in a variety of sizes to suit different preferences and needs. Mini Size is best used when you only need to carry small items like phone, card holder and a lipstick, a perfect purse when you go somewhere crowded. Small size is ideal for everyday use, it may fit your wallet, phone and sunglasses, this size is compact yet roomy enough for essentials. Medium, being the most popular size for its versatility, it offers balance between practicality and style.  Large on the other hand I perfect for those who need more space, it can comfortably accommodate large sized items. Here are the dimensions to compare.

when taking a glance at how this handbag can be: its strength in being able to become a fashion item among the many; it succeeds in standing the test of time. If you are a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, the Lady Dior bag is very much about elegance and poise, and never out of style.


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