25. Christian Dior, Haute Couture collection, Autumn-Winter 1959. Cocktail dress in silk chiffon and black silk velvet. Artistic director: Yves Matthieu Saint Laurent Coquine" model Fully bubbled bust with a high-waisted effect by a black velvet ribbon, identical straps, straight skirt slightly hindered; two roses in full bloom in black silk adorn the dress. Black claw, white graphics Iconography: This model worn by Victoire is reproduced on the front cover of "Et Dior créa Victoire", by Victoire Doutreleau, published by Robert Lafont.