Christian Dior Oblique Saddle Bag – Medium Blue Jacquard
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This Christian Dior Oblique Saddle Bag has been authenticated by our 10-step verification process, ensuring every detail meets the standard expected by serious collectors. When Maria Grazia Chiuri revived the Saddle Bag in 2018, the response was immediate and global -- it was the single most discussed bag of that season and sold out within weeks of its runway appearance. The blue Oblique jacquard canvas with calfskin trim is the entry colourway of that revival: the version that introduced a generation to the house's most recognisable silhouette. For those who buy once and buy right, this Saddle Bag is that piece.
Dimensions:
- Brand: Christian Dior
- Model: Oblique Saddle Bag, Medium
- Year / Era: 2018, Maria Grazia Chiuri revival
- Width: 25.5 cm
- Height: 20 cm
- Depth: 6.5 cm
- Strap Drop: 50-58 cm (adjustable)
- Material: Blue Oblique jacquard canvas with calfskin leather trim
- Lining: Canvas-lined with one zip pocket
- Hardware: Magnetic saddle flap closure with embossed Dior signature
- Condition: 7.5/10 -- Good. Light signs of wear consistent with use. All hardware original and fully functional. Strap and dustbag included.
- Inclusions: Original strap and dustbag
- Origin: Italy
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The Vision ›
Dina works in brand strategy and bought her Saddle Bag when it was still impossible to find. She wears it on the body, strap adjusted to sit at hip level, the curved flap turned forward. In downtown Cairo the Oblique reads as a serious choice rather than a fashion statement -- the silhouette is distinct enough that it does not need to be explained. She pairs it with fitted trousers and a plain white shirt six days out of seven. The dustbag comes out when she travels; otherwise the bag lives on a shelf at standing height, strap coiled inside. She has not considered replacing it.
The Provenance ›
The Saddle Bag was created for John Galliano's Spring 2000 collection -- a deliberate reference to equestrian heritage translated into a curved, asymmetric silhouette that was unlike anything in the market at the time. It disappeared from the Dior line after 2004 and returned with Maria Grazia Chiuri's debut Dior Cruise 2019 presentation. The 2018 revival in blue Oblique jacquard canvas is considered the founding piece of the current Saddle resurgence -- earlier than most pieces that surface on the pre-owned market today. Authenticated pre-owned Dior Saddle Bags from the first revival year command strong prices on Vestiaire Collective; this piece offers the same 2018 provenance at a condition-graded price that reflects honest wear. For collectors in Egypt, finding a first-revival Saddle at a verified source is uncommon.
The Dialogue ›
Q: What does 7.5/10 condition look like in practice?
A: Light canvas surface friction at contact points, minor trim softening at the base corners, and micro-surface marks on the hardware face. No structural issues, no stitch separation, no lining damage. The magnetic closure catches cleanly. All wear is surface-level and consistent with a bag used regularly over two to three years.
Q: Is the strap length suitable for cross-body carry?
A: At 50-58 cm drop, the bag sits at hip level on most frames at the shortest setting and mid-thigh at the longest. This is the standard cross-body drop for the medium format. The strap is the original and shows no significant wear.
Q: Is the blue Oblique jacquard canvas a canvas or leather product?
A: The Oblique jacquard is a woven canvas construction -- durable, structurally stable, and resistant to the kind of surface distress that affects smooth leather under daily use. The calfskin trim at the edges and flap is the leather component; this is where the light condition notes apply. Canvas body remains solid.
The Care ›
The Oblique jacquard canvas is robust and requires no conditioning -- wipe surface dust with a dry soft brush or cloth. For the calfskin leather trim, a small amount of pH-neutral leather conditioner applied sparingly once or twice a year will keep the trim supple. The magnetic closure should be kept clear of credit cards and electronic key fobs to avoid demagnetisation. Store in the dustbag in an upright position; the saddle silhouette holds its shape best when stored correctly rather than laid flat. Do not expose to extended rain or direct humidity.
Authentication & Guarantee ›
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First revival year. Original strap. Authenticated in Cairo.
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