The House of Dior has long been a tireless gospeler of folk iconography and artisanship. Since Christian Dior's own first journey to Mexico in 1954, the ideas of heritage and tradition have enthralled and inspired their designs – spotlighting female crafters and local artists on a global stage. The Maison's Cruise 24 collection is a more explicit homage to their fascination with the North American metropolis that is Mexico City, tapping the shoulder of Oaxacan weavers to decorate seasonal womenswear garments, and taking cues from traditional Mexican dresses with floral embroidery, butterfly motifs and patchwork-like detailing.
For the pages of our November 'Forbidden' issue, model Charlee Fraser demonstrates the softness and detail of the collection – as photographed by Sam Armstrong and styled by Hannah Cooper.
Left: CHRISTIAN DIOR dress, earrings, necklace and ring. Right: CHRISTIAN DIOR dress and earrings.
Left: CHRISTIAN DIOR vest, top, skirt, shoes, bag, belt, earrings and rings. Right: CHRISTIAN DIOR vest, earrings and rings.
Left: CHRISTIAN DIOR vest, pants, shoes, earring and ring. Right: CHRISTIAN DIOR shirt, skirt, shoes, earrings and rings.
Left: CHRISTIAN DIOR dress, bra, briefs, shoes, bag, earrings, necklace and rings. Right: CHRISTIAN DIOR bag.
Left: CHRISTIAN DIOR shoes. Right: CHRISTIAN DIOR dress, shoes, earrings, necklace and rings.
Right: CHRISTIAN DIOR dress and earrings. Left: CHRISTIAN DIOR jacket, shirt, pants, shoes, earrings and rings.
Left: CHRISTIAN DIOR vest, top, skirt, shoes, bag, belt, earrings and rings. Right: CHRISTIAN DIOR vest, pants, shoes, earrings and ring.
Left: CHRISTIAN DIOR vest, shirt, skirt, earrings and rings. Right: CHRISTIAN DIOR top, skirt, bag, earrings and rings.
To experience the Forbidden issue in its entirety, the November edition of RUSSH will be available on newsstands from 16 November and through our shop online.
Read more about the inspiration behind the issue in Jess Blanch's editor's letter, and get to know our cover star, Ylang Messenguiral, through our exclusive model profile. Wanting to purchase the Forbidden issue in person? Find a stockist near you.
