On November 30th, DIOR held its first ever 2019 Pre-Fall Men's Collection show in Japan at the Telecom Center in Tokyo. This was the second collection by men's artistic director Kim Jones. The venue was transformed into a futuristic space, adorned with a giant 11-meter-tall female figure and cherry blossom patterns created by contemporary artist Hajime Sorayama.


A haute couture collection inspired by Japanese clothing culture. Wide sash belts draped and tied like kimono obi belts, garments that wrap around the body by crossing, seamless and smooth shoulder lines, kimono-like draping... all are delicate expressions derived from traditional Japanese clothing, repeatedly used in Christian Dior collections. Kim further extracts the hyper-modern reality of Japanese culture. By making tradition and modernity coexist and fusing couture techniques with cutting-edge technology, she has created an innovative hybrid.



The tailoring skillfully reinterprets three elements characteristic of DIOR : houndstooth tweed, pink, and panther print. The houndstooth tweed takes on an antique feel, and the panther print is rendered in a watercolor style. Dior's iconic rose is expressed in a pink reminiscent of Japanese cherry blossoms, harmonizing with Dior's signature pearl gray color. The fabrics are processed using metallization technology and are used in all items.


The accessories were scaled down or enlarged to play with the "cute" image, and the second pouch was used as a charm. Also, the removable outer pocket component from the "Street Chic" accessory series released in 2002 was revived on the bag. Furthermore, the "Saddle" bag was redesigned by Kim to be enjoyable in multiple ways.


In a collaboration with stage designer Hajime Sorayama, the collection features an iconic female android and leaf ornaments inspired by Japan. These are combined in contrasting colors of ink-like midnight blue and sakura pink on the "Dior Oblique" canvas. The jewelry designed by Yoon features sturdy, industrial-looking chains with nuts and bolts that echo the robots. DIOR logo, reimagined by Sorayama, is transformed into necklaces, rings, and brooches.




A giant robot designed by Hajime Sorayama is positioned as the centerpiece. Production began in mid-September, and the painting took 20 days.

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