-SPECIAL- "Dior" 10's-20's Sculptural cord embellished concealed placket long sleeve dress shirt

"DIOR"
2018's—Sculptural cord embellished long dress shirt

Since its founding in 1946, DIOR has continued to build elegance that symbolizes the times—merging extraordinary couture techniques with a modern sensibility. From DIOR, we would like to introduce a standout piece of highly form-conscious design.

Based on the dress shirt’s refined presence, this standout piece places cord-like embellishments that stack in multiple layers, running from both shoulders toward the cuffs—creating a sculptural sense of rhythm within minimal white.

The body fabric uses smooth, clean-looking white-toned textiles. Without adding unnecessary color, it emphasizes the character and structure of the material itself. The cord-style embellishments in the same color create delicate shadowing each time they catch the light, offering graceful spread around the shoulder area and flowing vertical lines along the arms.

The embellishment is not limited to just the shoulder tips; by continuing it toward the area around the cuffs, the expression changes with the movement of the arm. Designed to look poised and elegant from the front, and sculptural from the side and rear, it carries the tension of DIOR-like mode within the universal format of a white dress shirt.

The front uses a concealed placket so the buttons are not visible on the surface, creating a clean composition mindful of the contrast with the highly decorative sleeves. The quiet straight lines that continue from the collar to the hem tighten the overall impression, maintaining an ideal balance: richly designed, yet not overly inclined toward being too formal.

The buttons set inside have a soft pearl-like luster, and their surface bears a DIOR engraving and a central motif. Even parts that are difficult to notice from the outside reflect the Maison’s sense of beauty. The included black leather-like case features a CD-embossed pattern, and it also comes with spare buttons engraved with DIOR and color-stay-like components—so you can feel additional value as a collection piece, beyond the garment’s own level of completion.

On the underside of the collar, a brand tag is placed on dark gray satin-like material, embroidered with “DIOR” in a serif typeface. Since this uses the name “DIOR” alone rather than the former “Dior Homme” designation, it can be understood as a piece related to Dior Men since 2018, when brand labeling was refreshed. It clearly reflects the refined balance of modern Maison presentation and decorative artistry.

The silhouette is designed with a moderate ease through the chest and a longer length that reaches around the hip area. The round-cut hem with a slight difference between front and back creates an airy sense of movement when viewed from the side, while the longer sleeves and the cord embellishment flowing vertically keep the overall look crisp. Even with a relaxed outline, the shirt’s inherent elegance is never compromised.

Of course, it works as the main feature on its own; and if you incorporate it inside a jacket or long coat, taking advantage of the neat front with a concealed placket, the cord embellishment peeking from the cuffs becomes a restrained accent. In this way, you can add a luxurious depth to everyday wear without effort.

In a monochrome look pairing wide slacks with polished leather shoes, the beauty of the silhouette stands out. And by combining color-faded denim or minimalist trousers, you can enjoy the couture-level details even more lightly—making this especially recommended for those who want to wear garments with decorative character tastefully, and for those seeking a sure sense of individuality within a quiet, composed presence.

You can enjoy, all at once, the refined world of DIOR—an atmosphere of pristine clarity in an ordinary white shirt, with sculptural details that respond to the movement of the body, down to the carefully unified accessories. It is truly a standout piece—one that is limited in opportunities to encounter, even in distribution. Please take advantage of this occasion.