In Japan, Hello Kitty will be the new model for Christian Dior. This is no joke. The white anime cat with pod-like features has been chosen to showcase the latest John Galliano-designed collection.
It will be featured in a spread in Japanese Vogue which hits news stands April 26. In the issue, an editorial covers a photo documentary of Kitty's shopping spree in Paris alongside Galliano, and covers the white cat's entire makeover procedure.
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Cartoons As Real Fashion Models
Hello Kitty for Dior in Vogue Japan
Trend Themes
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