Christian Dior by John Galliano Newspaper Print Slip Dress and Matching Wrap, ’Fly Girl’ Collection, Autumn-Winter 2000 Ready-to-Wear, silk jersey printed with ’The Christian Dior Daily’ newspaper print, spaghetti straps with large gold-tone ’CD’ ornaments, low plunging back, cowl neckline, asymmetric hem, labelled, size: US 6, dress - bust: 30in, 76cm, length: 33in, 79cm; wrap - shoulder: 17in, 43cm, bust: 16in, 41 cm.

Please note that these measurements are approximate

Christian Dior by John Galliano’s newspaper print has become one of the most iconic motifs of his tenure, and this slip dress with matching wrap from the Autumn–Winter 2000 “Fly Girl” collection represents the look at its best. Cut on the bias in Galliano’s signature sensual silhouette, the dress juxtaposes elegance with the subversive edge of its trompe-l’oeil newsprint, a pattern inspired by Galliano’s own experiences in Paris and his fascination with media culture.

The design achieved true cult status after a version of the dress was memorably worn by Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City, cementing its place in both fashion history and popular culture. Rarely found with its original coordinating wrap, this ensemble is now considered one of the most collectible Dior pieces of the era, exemplifying Galliano’s blend of narrative-heavy design and couture-level craftsmanship. His theatrical runway presentations, hyper-feminine silhouettes, and fearless blending of history, fantasy, and street culture defined the visual language of the decade. The Newspaper Print pieces, in particular, epitomized the era’s appetite for logo-centric design and narrative-driven garments.