UBS House of Craft x Dior
Featuring an exclusive experience curated by fashion icon Carine Roitfeld—legendary stylist, Editor-in-Chief of CR FASHION BOOK and former Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Paris—and a groundbreaking photographic exhibition conceived and created by acclaimed photographer Brigitte Niedermair, UBS House of Craft x Dior celebrates the defining eras of the House of Dior—from the visionary Christian Dior to the artistic directors who have since shaped its legacy, such as Yves Saint Laurent, John Galliano and Raf Simons. Showcasing commissioned photographs alongside archival gowns and mood boards from Dior Heritage, the exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of haute couture.
Event Highlights
What is UBS House of Craft?
UBS House of Craft is a global initiative celebrating excellence in craft across diverse disciplines, from couture and horology to gastronomy and more. UBS House of Craft offers a rare and exclusive opportunity to engage with masters of craft through intimate events, behind-the-scenes experiences, exhibitions and masterclasses with the goal of fostering meaningful exchanges.
A shared devotion to excellence
This edition of UBS House of Craft reaffirms UBS’s commitment to celebrating mastery, creativity and the people shaping the culture of tomorrow. At UBS, we know that craft is about embracing a process that demands time, passion and dedication. It also represents our conscious choices in how we work, including the ability to be nimble, agile, patient and open-minded. Against this backdrop, we are proud to be partnering with Dior and Carine Roitfeld once again to celebrate the craft of couture and its cultural resonance across time, space and geographies.
A series of talks and craft sessions will explore how couture has evolved into one of the highest expressions of craftsmanship and a sought-after collectible.
Public program : 21-23 November
Live Craft Demonstrations by Dior Atelier
Friday, 21 Nov, 12 – 5pm
Immerse yourself in the world of haute couture at the UBS House of Craft x Dior, where Dior’s master artisans showcase their exceptional craftsmanship live. Marie Leroux, Première mainAtelier Flou, and Yassin Kavak, Première main Atelier Tailleur, demonstrate the precision, skill, and savoir-faire behind Dior’s iconic creations. Join us to witness the magic of couture in motion—and be inspired by the hands that shape fashion history.
Live Craft Demonstrations by Dior Atelier
Saturday, 22 Nov, 12 – 6pm
Immerse yourself in the world of haute couture at the UBS House of Craft x Dior, where Dior’s master artisans showcase their exceptional craftsmanship live. Marie Leroux, Première mainAtelier Flou, and Yassin Kavak, Première main Atelier Tailleur, demonstrate the precision, skill, and savoir-faire behind Dior’s iconic creations. Join us to witness the magic of couture in motion—and be inspired by the hands that shape fashion history.
From Curation to Creation
Speakers: Carine Roitfeld and Brigitte Niedermair
Moderator: Payal Uttam
Saturday, 22 Nov, 1 – 2 pm
What does it take to transform a collection into a compelling narrative? In this intimate conversation, fashion icon Carine Roitfeld and acclaimed photographer Brigitte Niedermair explore the delicate interplay between curation and creation within the context of the UBS House of Craft x Dior collaboration. Together, they reflect on the choices, instincts, and philosophies that shape their creative processes.
Framing Fashion: Brigitte Niedermair on Couture and Culture
Speaker: Brigitte Niedermair
Moderator: Tan Siuli
Saturday, 22 Nov, 3 – 4 pm
This compelling conversation with acclaimed photographer Brigitte Niedermair explores the aesthetic and cultural dimensions of fashion photography. Through her distinctive lens, couture evolves beyond ornamentation into a powerful medium in exploring themes of identity, femininity, and the gaze. Through the act of framing, she reveals how images can challenge conventions, elevate craftsmanship, and reshape our understanding of fashion within the landscape of contemporary culture.
Live Craft Demonstrations by Dior Atelier
Sunday, 23 Nov, 12 – 6pm
Immerse yourself in the world of haute couture at the UBS House of Craft x Dior, where Dior’s master artisans showcase their exceptional craftsmanship live. Marie Leroux, Première mainAtelier Flou, and Yassin Kavak, Première main Atelier Tailleur, demonstrate the precision, skill, and savoir-faire behind Dior’s iconic creations. Join us to witness the magic of couture in motion—and be inspired by the hands that shape fashion history.
Inside Dior Heritage
Speaker: Perrine Scherrer, Director, Dior Heritage
Moderator: Nadya Wang
Sunday, 23 Nov, 2 – 3 pm
Step into the archives of one of fashion’s most storied maisons with Perrine Scherrer, Director of Dior Heritage. In this illuminating session, Scherrer offers a behind-the-scenes look at the meticulous preservation, research, and storytelling that safeguards Dior’s legacy. From iconic silhouettes to the evolution of the brand’s cultural impact, discover how the past continues to shape the present—and future—of couture.
The Craft of Couture
Speakers: Marie Leroux and Yassin Kavak, Dior Atelier
Moderator: Nadya Wang
Sunday, 23 Nov, 3 – 4 pm
At the heart of Dior’s haute couture lies the unmatched artistry of its atelier. In this exclusive session, Marie Leroux, Première main Atelier Flou, and Yassin Kavak, Première main Atelier Tailleur, open the doors to their world of precision, patience, and passion. From the intricate hand-beading of a single motif to the architectural structure of a perfectly tailored silhouette, they reveal the techniques, traditions, and innovations that define Dior’s craftsmanship. This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from the hands behind the house—where every stitch tells a story of excellence.
Meet Carine
Carine is a leading fashion industry figure who is the Editor-in-Chief of CR Fashion Book, headquartered in NYC, and acted as Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Paris for almost a decade. Known for her bold and provocative aesthetic, her career has profoundly defined contemporary fashion. As the curator of this collaboration, she brings her visionary legacy and unmatched aesthetic sensibility to the program.
Meet Brigitte
Brigitte Niedermair’s photography discipline spans over 29 years in the fashion industry. With a focus on the meaning of identity, the affect of representing the female body, and the agency of viewership. More broadly, Niedermair's approach to photography has been a constant exploration of time and memory that reflects onto the languages of the history of art. Her works have been featured in private collections, international museum exhibits as well as publications including CR Fashion Book by Carine Roitfeld, V Magazine, Harper's Bazaar, Numero, W Magazine, Dior Magazine and Vogue Italia. In addition, she has published seven books over the last decade.
