gimmie more, monsieur DIOR

It's pretty much an established fact that John Galliano is genius. The man delivers almost every time, and the Christian Dior spring/summer 2009 haute couture show was no exception. Inspired by the hues and rich embroidery from 14th/15th century Dutch paintings, Galliano put on a show that even left Wintour drooling. The stained glass windows in the backdrop were an obvious homage to the dutch masters, reminiscent of the light coming through the window in a Vermeer. By recreating the New Look, which was initially designed in a similar failing economy, post WWII times, Galliano reminded fans that despite the ever present news that the entire world is going bankrupt, the house of Dior will continue to impress. Going dutch never looked this good.