Dior Opens New Retrospective Exhibition at La Galerie Dior Featuring the Jonathan Anderson Era

22 Jun 2026

French luxury house Dior has unveiled a new retrospective exhibition at La Galerie Dior in Paris’s 8th arrondissement, which opened on June 10. The exhibition traces the Maison’s history and creative lineage since its founding in 1946 while marking the beginning of a new chapter in its evolution.
The exhibition explores the creative legacy established by Christian Dior and the evolution of the Maison through the vision of its successive creative directors. Among the highlights is the inclusion of Jonathan Anderson, who was appointed Creative Director of Dior’s womenswear, menswear, and haute couture collections in June 2025.

According to the Maison, “His modernity resonates with that of his predecessors, reinterpreting the spirit of Dior through a contemporary lens.” Through this exhibition, Dior illustrates the dialogue between the traditions it has carefully preserved and the creative vision shaping its future.
Comprising 13 thematic exhibition rooms, the retrospective offers a multifaceted exploration of the inspirations and aesthetic codes that have shaped Dior over the decades.

From the enchantment of gardens and the elegance of grand balls to the timeless appeal of the little black dress and Diorling, the House’s ready-to-wear line introduced in the late 1960s, the exhibition brings together themes that have become emblematic of Dior’s history.

Rather than presenting a strictly chronological narrative, each gallery examines the values, inspirations, and design codes that underpin Dior’s creative identity, inviting visitors to experience the philosophy that has been passed down through generations.