# 17th Century Bell-Bottom Gowns Christian Dior Spring 2009 Haute Couture Mixes The Eras By Ayman | Published 2009-01-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-dior-spring-summer-2009-haute-couture References: [thefashionspot](http://www.thefashionspot.com/fashion-week/christian-dior-s-s-haute-couture-2009-1406) & [content.coutorture](http://content.coutorture.com/2737647) Economy crisis or not, you can always count on John Galliano for an extravagant show, especially when it comes to [Christian Dior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection) Haute Couture. The Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring-Summer Haute Couture 2009 collection debuted in Paris with a 17th century vibe that included bell-bottomed gowns and lots of volume. The dresses were exquisitely detailed with lace and sheer ,and accentuated with wide collars and elaborate hates. **Implications** - This emphasis on Renaissance fashion and specifically the luxurious gowns worn by aristocrats during the French Revolution adds instant drama and opulence -- a welcome change from the recession-influenced catwalks seen in the [ready-to-wear runway shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection) for this Spring 2009 fashion season. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Renaissance Fashion Revival:** The resurgence of 17th-century bell-bottomed gowns and voluminous designs opens up opportunities for luxury fashion brands to incorporate historical elements into their collections. - **Dramatic and Opulent Fashion:** The incorporation of lace, sheer, wide collars, and elaborate hats in fashion designs presents an opportunity for designers to create extravagant and striking looks. - **Escape From Recession-influenced Fashion:** The focus on Renaissance-style fashion provides an escape from recession-influenced fashion trends, allowing designers to explore more lavish and luxurious designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Fashion:** Luxury fashion brands can leverage the trend of Renaissance fashion revival to create unique and opulent collections that cater to high-end clientele. - **Textile and Lace Industry:** The demand for lace, sheer fabric, and intricate textiles increases with the resurgence of Renaissance fashion, offering growth opportunities for textile and lace manufacturers. - **Millinery Industry:** The inclusion of elaborate hats in fashion designs creates a demand for unique and intricate headwear, providing growth potential for the millinery industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Modern High-Fashion Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terani-couture.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Amber Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-new-look.md) - [High-End Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-bridal-couture.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md) - [Elegant Easy-to-Wear Shirt Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shirt-dress-collection.md) - [Luxury Designer Train Journeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riveria-express.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md)