1997 Christian Dior Large Crystal Drop Earrings 80s_skirt ruffled tulle

ruffled tulle

This dress was a good fit on her but there was some room to spare

It fastens at the back with three large hook-and-eye clasps in the waistband and a hidden zip down the skirt

These pins were referenced many times on the runway looks and it is crafted from silver-tone metal and adorned at the top with a large faux pearl surrounded by silver petals - a refined detail that elevates this casual silhouette to Balenciaga-level opulence

1997 Christian Dior Large Crystal Drop Earrings 80s_skirt ruffled tulleThese rare earrings are the commercial version of the enormous earrings that were seen on the runway for Christian Diors Fall 1997 haute couture collection, designed by John Galliano. The jewellery was spectacularly elaborate and we've attached some the runway pictures to show you the design which sits among the grander pieces from the collection. Interestingly we thought these earrings had been from the slightly later Fall 1999 haute couture