"Christian Dior" 70’s-80’s oblique jacquard merino wool stole

Since its founding, Christian Dior has continuously renewed elegance, shaping men's fashion with different expressions for each era. Here, we introduce an iconic piece that symbolizes the maison.

The oblique jacquard creates a deep shadow effect, making the neck movements appear neat and refined—this is a masterpiece.

The entire body features a trellis, or oblique pattern, woven into the fabric, creating a three-dimensional effect that cannot be achieved with print, causing the pattern’s shades to subtly shift with the light, naturally adding sophistication to a simple outfit. Moreover, the edges are embroidered with the Christian Dior script logo, which is understated but provides a beautiful balance that only reveals its true origin upon close inspection.

Made of 100% merino wool, it features a smoothness that is immediately noticeable upon touch and a softness that gently contains air, preventing excessive volume when wrapped and allowing it to sit smoothly around the collar of coats or jackets. Additionally, the edges are finished with fringes, adding lightness to wool styles that tend to feel stiff due to the fabric’s edges, making it look less rigid even in formal settings.

The color scheme is based on navy, with a deep red block on one side, layered with fine multicolored border lines, giving it a lively appearance typical of the era within a classic design. Despite being a full-pattern piece, it avoids monotony, and the way it is worn changes the visible surface, allowing for a different impression even with the same coat, which is a strong added value as a scarf.

We can propose a range from 1975 to around 1985, with clear reasons supporting its credibility. The presence of "MADE IN WEST GERMANY" on the care label confirms it is an individual piece from before Germany's reunification in 1990. Additionally, the old men's line notation "Christian Dior MONSIEUR" and the RN number from that era are consistent, ruling out the possibility of it being a modern reproduction or recent revival piece. Furthermore, this period overlaps with the time when Marc Bohan was leading the maison’s elegance, aligning with the trend of transforming oblique patterns into gentleman’s accessories, making it a well-founded piece with background context.

Especially recommended for those who want to speak of luxury at the neck but do not want to overly emphasize the logo, it naturally becomes a scarf that extends your hand as a subtle addition to your daily commuting or outings, helping to slightly organize your time.

In terms of styling, pairing with long coats or tailored jackets to straighten the vertical lines will elegantly highlight the oblique shadow, and even just lightly wrapping it over shirts or simple knits will add a Maison-like depth to the overall outfit. Because of its substantial material presence, pairing it with slacks or neat trousers creates a quiet elegance that can be incorporated into daily life regardless of gender.

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