DIOR MAISON presents the Aquarius Collection designed by Artistic Director Cordelia de Castellane. Inspired by the variety of freshwater fish that swam in the river surrounding Monsieur Dior’s watermill in Milly-la-Forêt, the series boasts a tranquil colour palette of cool blues, sea greens and sunny yellows.
Dior Maison Aquarius Collection: Dessert Plate Green Aquarius (£110)
Located by Christian Dior’s country home, far away from the busy and intense Paris lifestyle, the tableware collection aims to represent the feeling of unwinding and leaving troubles behind.
By including an assortment of glassware and glossed over crockery, the collection truly captures the essence of light reflecting on water and brings the breezy sense onto your table.
The standalone fish ornaments are made in Murano, entirely by hand and in blown glass, “Everyone can choose their fish, they are all different,” explains Cordelia, “In the stream nothing is orderly, and I wanted to capture that here.”
Dior Maison Aquarius Collection: Pitcher with Fish Transparent Aquarius (£320)
Scenes of highly detailed illustrationsare displayed over the larger plates, featuring starfish inspired by the stars of Monsieur Dior, and the seashells that evoke nostalgic memories of cheerful beach trips.
Each of these elements play a role in the creation of the somewhat romantic and playful toile du jouy-inspired patterns, adding a touch of elegance to your home from the mid 18th century.
Dior Maison Aquarius Collection: Decorative Plate Green Aquarius (£150)
by Alicia Tomkinson