In a century which attempts to tear the heart out of every mystery, fashion guards its secret well, and is the best possible proof that there is still magic abroad.

Christian Dior

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Topic

Fashion 20th century

Author

Christian Dior

Language

French

Time

1956 1950s 20th century

Occupation

Fashion designer

From

France Europe

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Citation

Dior, Christian. Quoted in Dior by Christian Dior, written by Olivier Saillard. Assouline, 2017.

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In war, indeed, there can be no substitute for victory.

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Time
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Painting is not done to decorate apartments. It is an instrument of war for attack and defense against the enemy.

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Time
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