Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2006 Runway White Lambskin Floral Print Skirt – Rare Archive Leather Piece
Brand:
Christian Dior by John Galliano
Condition:
A Condition (Beautifully preserved archive condition; leather remains soft and supple with strong structure and crisp original print. Minor natural signs of storage consistent with age.)
Material:
100% Lamb Leather
Lining: 100% Silk
Color:
Soft Ivory / Off White / Black Botanical Print
Made in:
France
Size:
FR 38
Waist: 78 cm
Length: 51 cm
Product Description:
An exceptionally rare runway piece from Christian Dior Fall/Winter 2006 under John Galliano — a collection remembered for its collision of romantic delicacy and futuristic precision.
Seen on the runway styled beneath sharply structured outerwear and soft monochrome layering, this skirt embodies Galliano’s ability to transform leather into something unexpectedly fluid and poetic.
Crafted entirely from ultra-soft lamb leather with a silk lining, the silhouette appears deceptively minimal at first glance, before revealing its extraordinary construction. The surface is interrupted by an elegant black botanical illustration that climbs asymmetrically across the body — resembling hand-inked florals suspended across folded paper.
Rather than relying on hardware or embellishment, the piece builds visual tension through curved seam architecture, sculptural panel placement, and subtle volume shifts that create movement while worn.
The fine zig-zag edge finishing and engineered cut maintain the collection’s distinctive balance between couture softness and contemporary edge.
The result feels both intimate and directional — somewhere between a leather skirt, a wearable illustration, and an archival object.
Increasingly difficult to source, especially with confirmed runway provenance and in this condition.
A quietly powerful Galliano-era collector piece for those who appreciate Dior beyond logos.
Please note: Item conditions are graded based on the NOVAWARE Condition Guide.