Fashion Unpicked: The 'Bar' suit by Christian Dior | V&A

Join dressmaking expert and V&A volunteer, Sue Clark, as she examines one of the most iconic ensembles in post-war fashion, Christian Dior's 'Bar' suit. How was the suit constructed? And why was it hailed as 'the New Look'?

[priscillab]

What a beautiful garment. I love how she shows and explains the construction. A pleasure to watch.

[jekku]

My friends and I went to the traveling Dior collection when it came to town. Seeing all these garments in photos is one thing, but to see them in "person" was truly a swoon-worthy event. The fabric, the stitching, and the details ... c'est magnifique! Seeing all those iconic outfits was breathtaking. My friend, who is _not_ a "dedicated follower of fashion" was quite impressed as well, from an artistic standpoint, as they all were indeed works of art. And the couture pieces were exquisite! This fashionista was in heaven!

[Ephemeradude]

For a work that was an effective game changer to the fashionable silhouette for at least 15 years, I am surprised that it hasn’t received more views.
Love to see her do more ‘unpicking’ of your key works 😊

[SuperMan-xyui]

You can feel the joy and admiration Sue Clark has for that garment.

[Mewsies.]

Fascinating and relaxing! Love when Sue Clark explains and shows off these amazing garments!

[elizabethgreen]

She played a seamstress in Phantom Thread! I knew I recognized her from somewhere.

[alaskacosplay]

Seeing this video, it gives me an idea on how I can replicate the bar suit and how I can create it in my size. With the only difference being the front closure shuts with hooks instead of the buttons originally used while the buttons will be decorative.

[blancaluna]

wonderful, could listen to her talk about clothing all day long 😄

[Iamlalagabor]

Fashion design/ clothing construction is a highly skillful art. The underlining construction to hold the weight and shape. I adore videos like this!!

[elizabethclaiborne]

The very definition of the couture. Exquisitely made, deceptively simple, very modern clothes from the 18th and 19th century.

[niccicontento]

The work and time that went into this outfit! You can really see it all when she goes into detail.

[just_cade]

Beautiful, a masterpiece. Dior was the greatest designer of the 20th century.

[mfredcourtney]

Truly a work of art! If I could only sew!

[nancyblackett]

Beautiful garment construction, beautifully explained.

[CarpeDiemFluctuatNecMergitur]

I loved so much this video and would have loved it more if it was longer ❤

[kellyfisher]

What an awesome garment! Thanks for showing us how clothes have changed through the years.

[panzwes]

Thank you for this informative video! I really enjoyed hearing about the details and construction from your expert.
I remember seeing the Bar suit at the Designer of Dreams exhibition; the silhouette and colour-way is timeless.

[erikaalexandraparrabernal]

Thank you so much for sharing the construction of this spectacular piece! Mrs Clark is amazing explaining everyhting!

[christinaannabel]

I would love to be a personal assistant to Sue Clark. I have sewn for years, have an attention for detail. and I would appreciate excellent instruction from an expert. And I would very much enjoy creating a Bar jacket, among other iconic or new items.

[hassanhalabi]

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