The art of Haute Couture
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Paris, New York, London, and Milan are the world’s fashion capitals. However, haute couture was born in Paris and exists only in France. This prestigious designation is legally regulated and demands very high standards of quality and exceptional craftsmanship.
Today, 16 haute couture maisons (Chanel, Christian Dior, Givenchy, Schiaparelli…) present two collections a year (spring-summer and autumn-winter), featuring pieces that are custom-made by hand in their Parisian ateliers.
Fashion goes far beyond clothing: it is art, it is a social language, a storytelling tool, and a reflection of cultural and economic transformations.
For this tour, join us on the very chic Avenue Montaigne, in Paris’s “Golden Triangle”!
As you stroll past the luxury boutiques (Chanel, Christian Dior, Saint Laurent…), learn about the history and evolution of haute couture and discover the secrets behind the scenes.
Step inside the Galerie Dior and enter the wonderful world of the renowned couturier, a symbol of French elegance. Haute couture gowns, sketches, accessories, and exceptional pieces illustrate the creativity and craftsmanship behind the Maison Dior.
Program of the tour
- 2 p.m.: guided walk (in English) along Avenue Montaigne
- 4 p.m.: visit of the Dior Gallery
- 5 p.m.: end of the tour
Price: €35 (guided tour + entry ticket to the Dior Gallery)
Payment due upon registration (see terms and conditions)
Focus on... Christian Dior (1905–1957)
“Fashion designers embody one of the last refuges of the marvelous. In a sense, they are masters of dreams.” – Christian Dior
Christian Dior is one of the most famous French fashion designers. He founded his fashion workshop in Paris and, in 1947, presented his first collection, dubbed the “New Look.” This style revolutionized post-war fashion: long skirts, slender waists, and rounded shoulders highlighted femininity and elegance. Christian Dior quickly became an essential figure in French haute couture and helped establish Paris as the world’s fashion capital. At that time, Sophia Loren, Ava Gardner, Elizabeth Taylor and Ingrid Bergman were wearing Christian Dior’s creations.
To this day, the Maison Dior remains a prestigious luxury brand, renowned for its refined creations in the realms of fashion, fragrance, and accessories.
