Dior Lady Art: The Lady Dior Reinvented by 99 Artists

by Herve Mikaeloff (Contributor), Jerome Hanover (Contributor), Anne Malherbe (Contributor)

In celebration of one of the most iconic fashion accessories, renowned contemporary artists were invited to reinterpret the Lady Dior bag into limited editions.

Named after Lady Diana, Princess of Wales, the Lady Dior is one of the few truly iconic handbags—instantly recognizable. First introduced in 1995, it became a symbol of elegance and craftsmanship, embodying the essence of Dior and its sophistication.

This vibrant volume celebrates the Lady Dior with a stunning fusion of fashion, art, and savoir faire in which the bag becomes a canvas for creative expression. The book reveals how creatives from around the globe have reimagined the legendary design into limited-edition masterpieces, exquisitely brought to life by Dior’s artisans. From bold, avant-garde pieces to intricate, handcrafted details, these bags highlight the limitless possibilities of artistic collaboration. Names such as Judy Chicago, Jeffrey Gibson, Gilbert & George, Zhang Huan, Jack Pierson, Marc Quinn, Raqib Shaw, Claire Tabouret, Mickalene Thomas, Eva Jospin, and Joana Vasconcelos are among the famous contemporary artists Dior invited to work on the bags, offering an exciting journey into a world where fashion history meets contemporary creativity.

Print length

452 pages

Language

English

Publisher

Rizzoli

Publication date

February 17, 2026

Dimensions

10.4 x 2.1 x 12 inches