French atelier Christian Dior has recruited seven artists to reinterpret and leave their distinct mark on the Lady Dior top-handle handbag.
The limited-edition Lady Dior Art collection will launch Nov. 29 in Miami, just in time for Art Basel Miami Beach to begin Dec. 1. In addition to showing the Lady Dior handbag through a creative lens, the seven artists also put their own spin on Dior accessories such as evening clutches, key chains, scarves, bracelets and small leather goods.
Lady Dior works of art

For the Lady Dior Art collection, the atelier tapped a group of seven artists, both British and American. Participants include Mat Collishaw, Ian Davenport, Daniel Gordon, Chris Martin, Jason Martin, Matthew Porter and Marc Quinn.
Each were invited to design the Lady Dior in a style reflective of their artwork. The Lady Dior Art collection started in June when Mr. Quinn designed a limited-edition to commemorate Dior?s London boutique opening on Bond Street. After the success of Mr. Quinn?s design, Dior decided to expand the project further, asking artists to send in sketches of potential Lady Dior interpretations.
Ian Davenport for Lady Dior Art
Per WWD, prices for the limited-edition Lady Dior handbags range from $3,500 to $6,000, with a mink version priced at $11,500. Styles will be limited to a series of 100 handbags, positioning the project as keen for collectors.
Dior will display the Lady Dior Art collection at a pop-up Nov. 29 at the brand?s Miami Design District bo...