Stunning Christian Dior Aurora Borealis Crystals Necklace

• Christian Dior
• Aurora Borealis Crystals
• 1980's
• Signed
  
• Gilt
• Length necklace 50 cm

You can never really go wrong if you take nature as an example," according to fashion icon Christian Dior.

Dior spoke from experience. He looked to the Northern Lights (or aurora borealis) for inspiration in creating in 1956 with the Swarovski company, a "new" crystal with polychome coating that is named after the Northern Lights. The aurora borealis is one of the costume jewelry world's flashiest, most colorful and iridescent crystals. More than 65 years later, the AB crystal is still dazzling the fashion world.

Here is an epitome of Dior's AB crystal creation, depicted in a necklace.

This aurora borealis necklace showcases clear faceted crystals flashing with a rainbow of hues.

Christian Dior was an influential French fashion designer, known for his elegant and innovative designs. Alongside his famous haute couture, costume jewellery played an important role in his fashion house.

Dior understood that accessories were an essential part of the overall look of an outfit. He introduced costume jewellery to complement and enhance his clothing.

Dior's costume jewellery was often lavish and detailed. It was characterised by the use of imitation pearls, crystals and gilt metals. The designs were often inspired by nature, with floral motifs and organic forms.

Dior's costume jewellery employed various techniques, such as gilding, enamelling and crystal setting. These techniques contributed to the luxurious appearance of the jewellery.

Dior collaborated with talented jewellery designers such as Mitchel Maer and Robert Goossens. These collaborations resulted in iconic pieces that were both innovative and timeless.