“Lucky @Dior“ shows that the symbols of the house can be found on every talisman. The emblems of the bee, lily-of-the-valley, clover, rose, star, oval and the initials are combined with a kaleidoscope of color, subtly worn singly or combined, the Signet rings lend a touch of modern refinement to hands.
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Bee
«a small hive filled to bursting, that’s what my house was like when i presented my first collection,» wrote Christian Dior in his memoirs. This metaphor for the ateliers at 30 avenue montaigne, also evokes the activity of the seamstresses given the nickname of bees. Today, the bee is set into the signet ring, contrasting with a deep black onyx that brings strength and vitality.
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Lily-of-the-valley
Highly superstitious, Christian Dior loved the lily-of-the-valley, a symbol of happiness that heralded the arrival of spring and Haute Couture. This flower, which can be found embroidered on house creations, delicately decorates the pale rose quartz that brings love.
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Clover
the clover was with monsieur Dior every day in the cluster of charms that he kept in his pocket. As an amulet, the Clover is adorned with a green stone, amazonite, inspiring confidence.
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Rose
a gentle souvenir of his childhood garden at Granville, the rose evokes the love that christian dior had for his mother who inspired in him his taste for flowers and feminine elegance. On the signet ring, the rose is finely drawn on a navy blue lapis that offers wisdom.
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Star
Like a sign of fate, the couturier chanced upon a star laying on the ground at the time he was readying to take the decision that would change the course of his life. Christian Dior interpreted this find as a spiritual aid that inspired him to follow his path and open his own couture house.
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Oval
Fascinated by the elegance of the 18th century, Mr. Dior bought medallion-back chairs to seat the guests at his shows. Having become emblematic, today the oval topped with a fontanges bow is a house code. On this jewel, it is matched with the elegant plum of fluorite to provide protection and harmony.
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Initials
The Dior signature, the initials «CD» are stamped into a comforting bright red coral. The ring can thus be worn as an emblem of the house.
