Dior’s documentary HER DIOR celebrates Maria Grazia Chiuri’s artistic collaborations with women artists, highlighting her feminist vision and transformative impact on fashion.
By Fashion Editorial Staff
On March 8th, Dior released HER DIOR – Maria Grazia Chiuri's Collaborations with Women Artists, a documentary directed by renowned filmmaker Loïc Prigent. Coinciding with International Women’s Day, the film offers an intimate look at Chiuri's transformative impact on the fashion world through collaborations with women artists.
Since taking the reins as Creative Director in 2016, Chiuri has redefined Dior with a feminist vision that celebrates female creativity and solidarity. This documentary serves as both a retrospective and a testament to her journey, showcasing her collaborations with visionary women from across the art world.
At the core of HER DIOR is the exploration of Chiuri's relationships with iconic female artists. The film highlights her collaboration with Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, whose essay 'We Should All Be Feminists' inspired a statement T-shirt in Chiuri's first collection, as well as groundbreaking artists like Judy Chicago, Tomaso Binga, photographers Brigitte Lacombe and Brigitte Niedermair, choreographer Sharon Eyal, and visual artists Mickalene Thomas and Joana Vasconcelos. Through candid interviews, the film offers insight into the deep bonds forged through shared values of empowerment and artistic freedom.
Also featured is the collaboration with Karishma Swali, director of the Chanakya ateliers, whose team transforms artistic concepts into intricate, handcrafted embroidered masterpieces for Dior’s shows. This partnership is a testament to Chiuri’s commitment to preserving craftsmanship and supporting female artisans.
The documentary also includes reflections from curators and art historians like Maria Alicata, Paola Ugolini, and Elena Del Drago, who contextualize how Chiuri’s collaborations have redefined the intersection of fashion and contemporary art. Chiuri’s daughter, Rachele Regini, provides a personal perspective on the Creative Director’s ongoing artistic journey.
Filmed partially in Chiuri’s native Rome, HER DIOR offers exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the creative process, exploring how these artistic partnerships have influenced the evolution of Dior’s aesthetic. The film also features archival materials that reveal Chiuri’s ongoing search for inspiration from both art and history.
More than a chronicle of artistic collaborations, HER DIOR is a celebration of female solidarity, creative exchange, and the enduring power of women’s voices in shaping culture. As the fashion world continues to evolve, Chiuri’s visionary approach has made Dior a beacon for those who believe in the power of art, feminism, and artistry without boundaries. Watch the exclusive documentary here.