An exceptional and highly sought-after collector’s piece from John Galliano’s legendary era at Dior. This Fall 2000 dress is executed in the same iconic silhouette as the famous newspaper print dress worn by Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City — here reimagined in a sensual leopard execution with sheer golden lace appliqué.
The dress features a fluid, body-skimming cut in a heavy stretch viscose knit, designed to contour and flatter the figure. A softly draped cowl neckline, delicate straps adorned with gold-tone “CD” hardware, and an asymmetrical hemline create effortless movement and unmistakable early-2000s Galliano sensuality. Transparent golden lace patches are appliquéd throughout, adding texture, dimension, and a subtle play on transparency.
This exact style appeared on the Fall 2000 runway and was later seen on supermodels Bella Hadid and Anok Yai, reaffirming its status as one of the most collectible Dior slip silhouettes.
Super rare and increasingly difficult to source in this condition.
Details:
Christian Dior by John Galliano
Fall 2000 collection
Leopard print with sheer gold lace appliqué
Gold-tone CD hardware at straps
Cowl neckline
Asymmetrical hem
Heavy stretch viscose knit (composition label missing)
Unlined with sheer elements
Size:
Tagged FR 40
Best fits approximately US 4–8 (due to stretch)
Measurements (flat):
Armpit to armpit: 42 cm (16.5”) — stretches up to 49 cm (19.3”)
Waist: 33 cm (13”) — stretches up to 39 cm (15.4”)
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. Composition label missing. No visible flaws.
A true early-2000s Dior icon — museum-worthy, investment-grade, and endlessly relevant.
