The name Christian Dior is forever etched in the world of fashion and pop culture as one of the most iconic designers to ever exist. But who was Monsieur Christian Dior? How and when did he arrive in the French capital, and how did he navigate the complex fashion landscape in post-war Paris? Whether the extent of your knowledge about the legendary couturier stretches as far back as his collections or if you’re simply intrigued by the man behind the brand, the new Apple TV+ series chronicling the life of the designer is a must-watch.
An interesting blend of history, haute couture, and drama, the fashion world is glued to Apple TV+ with the much-anticipated premiere of The New Look. This riveting series, imagined by Todd A. Kessler, released its debut episodes yesterday. With three episodes availabel to stream, the aptly-named show taked viewers on an exhilarating journey of couture through the tumultuous backdrop of World War II.
Set against the backdrop of post-war Paris, The New Look intricately weaves together the lives of Christian Dior and his contemporaries, including Coco Chanel, Pierre Balmain and Christóbal Balenciaga. illuminating the fiercely competitive world of haute couture. In an exclusive collaboration with the Maison, the series grants a backstage pass to Dior’s legendary atelier, where his groundbreaking designs come to life.
Captured entirely amidst the chic streets of the French fashion capital, The New Look is a visceral plunge into the throes of a bygone era, pulsating with intrigue and ambition. As Christian Dior spearheads couture’s glorious post-war renaissance with his iconic ‘New Look,’ the series artfully navigates the power and passion that defined this pivotal moment in fashion history.
At the heart of this sartorial saga lies an ensemble cast of unparalleled talent. Ben Mendelsohn embodies the enigmatic Christian Dior, while Juliette Binoche commands the screen as the iconic Coco Chanel, and Glenn Close assumes the role of Carmel Snow, the editor who accidentaly coined the term ‘New Look.’ Maisie Williams plays Catherine Dior, alongside John Malkovich as Lucien Lelong, Emily Mortimer as Elsa Lombardi, and Claes Bang as the enigmatic Spatz.
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