Christian Dior suspends relationship with John Galliano

Fashion House Christian Dior has suspended its relationship with head designer John Galliano pending the outcome of a police investigation. The announcement comes after the offensive statements and conduct by the designer were made in a video made public yesterday (28 February). Christian Dior has commenced termination proceedings against him. Sidney Toledano, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Christian Dior Couture, said: "I unequivocally condemn the statements made by John Galliano which are in total contradiction to the longstanding core values of Christian Dior". Contact.

New exhibition celebrating iconic Christian Dior illustrator

Dior Illustrated: René Gruau and the Line of Beauty is a new exhibition set to take place at Somerset House in London WC2, from 10 November 2010 – 9 January 2011. This is a celebration of illustrator René Gruau (1909-2004), who created some of the most iconic fashion and beauty images of the 20th century. This exciting exhibition will showcase groundbreaking artworks including original illustrations for Christian Dior Parfums, vintage perfume bottles, sketches and magazines, as well as a selection of Dior Haute Couture dresses. Gruau influenced the graphic style of a generation of fashion illustrators and the exhibition will feature specially commissioned pieces from six UK based illustrators whose works will draw inspiration from the rich collaboration between Gruau and the House of Dior.