THE SET-UP
Held at the magical El Badi Palace, a historic palace dating back to the 16th century, the diverse cast of models wearing the 113 looks walked throughout the storied gardens as the sun set over the enchanted desert. The grounds were decorated with local hand-woven rugs, dozens of tealights and mesmerizing bonfires, creating a fairy-tale ambience for Dior’s debut in Morocco, while the guests sat on cushions covered with artisanal fabrics made by Sumano, an organization dedicated to preserving the knowhow of female weavers and potters in Morocco
THE GUEST LIST
The fashion world’s elite, all 800 of them flown over for the occasion, were joined by Jessica Alba, Karlie Kloss, Shailene Woodley, Lupita Nyong’o, Diana Ross and as the three stylish sisters from LA pop-rock band, Haim, Daniele, Alana and Este.
THE ACCESSORIES
Each model’s necks, hands and wrists were adorned with Chiuri’s signature over-loading of costume jewelry in aged brass and twisted fabric, while the Book Tote shopper made an appearance, this time in Moroccan—inspired shades of midnight navy, as well as a metallic Lady Dior that echoed the sunset shimmering on the set’s water pools.