Christian Dior S.A. remains a leader in the world of fashion after more than 50 years. Yet Christian Dior has grown far beyond its high fashion origins to become one of the world's leading luxury goods holding companies, through LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, led by Bernard Arnault. '

Christian Dior S.A. is organized into two main divisions: Christian Dior Couture and LVMH. Yet Christian Dior Couture remains the company's flagship--and icon of the worldwide fashion industry--and the primary subject of this profile. In addition to its haute couture apparel, Christian Dior operates a network of 130 boutiques around the world.