Maria Grazia Chiuri, the creative director of Dior, emphasizes that fashion thrives on reinvention rather than creation. During Paris Fashion Week, her autumn/winter 2025 show showcased the white shirt in a unique, theatrical setting filled with elements like mechanical pterodactyls and dramatic lighting. This year, she also celebrated her Oscar success dressing Mikey Madison, incorporating historical designs into contemporary fashion. Chiuri draws inspiration from literary figures like Virginia Woolf, demonstrating how literature and fashion intertwine, particularly through the concept of 'frock consciousness' that reflects identity and emotional influence through clothing.
Chiuri emphasized the importance of reinvention in fashion, stating "you can't invent something new, but you can reinvent it." This encapsulates her approach in the latest collection.
The Dior show incorporated mechanical pterodactyls and flashing lights, showcasing Chiuri's bold aesthetic. "I wanted to turn the everyday white shirt into a monumental piece," she noted.
Reflecting on her Oscar victory, Chiuri described working with Mikey Madison, stating, "You send a sketch and some material and then you just have to cross your fingers... it's a lottery."
Drawing inspiration from Virginia Woolf, Chiuri stated that "frock consciousness" captures how our attire can influence our mood and reflect identity, linking fashion to literature.
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