First off, gotta say, a Dior bag is like, *the* status symbol. I mean, it screams “I have taste and a trust fund (or maybe just a really good credit card)”. But are they *really* worth the hype? That’s the million-dollar question, isn’t it? Especially when you’re shelling out enough dough for a small car for one. Freaking bag.
Anyway, the thing is, Dior likes to throw around the “handmade” thing a lot. And, yeah, technically, they *are* assembled by hand. Like, actual human beings put the pieces together. That’s… good, I guess? But don’t get it twisted and think it’s all quaint little artisans in a workshop, painstakingly stitching every single thread with their own two hands. Nah, it’s more like a fancy assembly line.
See, a lot of the process IS automated. That signature cannage stitching? That’s done by a *sewing machine*. I know, shocker, right? Kinda bursts the bubble of that whole “handmade with love” image. But honestly, I kinda suspected it all along. Ain’t nobody got time for *truly* hand-stitched cannage on a mass-produced (well, “mass-produced” for a luxury brand) scale.
But here’s where it gets interesting. The articles I read said the assembly and other stitching is done by hand. So, its like a blend. Which kind of makes sense. You need that machine precision for some parts, but the final construction? That’s where the human touch comes in, apparently. I would think that is where the money comes from.
And let’s not forget the materials. We’re talking top-notch leather, meticulously chosen and processed. Which, y’know, contributes to the whole “luxury” feel. But still, sometimes I look at these bags and think, “Is it *really* better than, say, a really well-made bag from a less-hyped brand?”. Like, is it *actually* the quality or just the name? Probably a little of both, tbh.
Plus, you gotta factor in the history. Dior has been around for ages, shaping the handbag game for decades. The Lady Dior, the Saddle Bag… these aren’t just bags, they’re icons. So, you’re paying for the legacy, the design, the *idea* of Dior, as much as the actual craftsmanship.
Okay, so, are Dior bags handmade? Yes-ish. Are they worth the exorbitant price tag? That’s entirely up to you, and your bank account. Personally, I’d rather put that money towards a down payment on a house… but hey, to each their own, ya know? If having a Dior bag makes you feel like a million bucks, go for it. Just don’t be fooled into thinking it’s all pure, unadulterated “handmade” magic. It’s a bit more… nuanced than that. And if you can find a replica? Well, that is for you to decided on whether you want to buy it or not.
