Know the value of Lady Dior handbags

If you own a Lady bag by Dior, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will be happy to offer you their appraisal services.

Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your bag, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on today's market. Then, if you want to sell your bag, we'll point you in the right direction to get the best possible price for it.

The price of a Lady Dior may vary according to the year, the leather, the edition (limited or not), the stones and metals used, and the wear and tear of the product.

Value of a Lady Dior bag

The Lady is a Dior must-have handbag. It was a hit from the start and is one of the world's best-selling luxury bags.

The price at which it sells on the art and auction markets ranges from €70 to €7,675, a considerable difference but one that says a lot about the value that can be attributed to your Lady. In 2021, a Lady Dior in fuchsia pink alligator sold for €7,675, a record achieved in Geneva.

The sale of Christian Dior's belongings after his death only confirmed the craze for Lady Dior and the house's bags in general.

Order of value from a classic Lady Dior to the most sought-after

Reasons to sell a Lady Dior

The Lady Dior is a timeless bag, always in demand on the auction market. Buyers are prepared to pay unprecedented sums, as the house has made the it bag a prestigious object.

Limited editions and reissues of the bag have driven up prices throughout the house. Buying a Lady Dior is always an investment, since prices keep rising, as do those of luxury bags in general, even if it's not at the same level of profitability as the Birkin.

The haute-couture house's most popular bag

The Lady Dior is the emblematic bag of the haute-couture house. It didn't come out under the name "Lady Dior"; it was originally called the "chouchou". Gianfranco Ferré, successor to Christian Dior, presented it for the first time in 1994.  

Bernadette Chrirac, First Lady of France at the time, asked Dior for advice on a gift for Princess Diana during her state visit to France.

Lady Diana loved the diplomatic gift and ordered the bag from the House of Dior in every color. As the most publicized and photographed princess in the history of the Kingdom of England, the success was immediate.

Numerous photos of the princess appeared in the press, and the Lady Dior became fashionable. The house quickly realized the publicity it could generate by renaming the bag.

Why choose auctions over second-hand platforms for your fine leather goods bags?

In recent years, second-hand platforms have proliferated - some even specializing in luxury goods only.

However, it is extremely rare to be able to sell your object for the price you want. Doubts about the authenticity of the bag, its general condition, the materials used in the jewelry, or even the type of leather or its resistance (grained leather, for example, will be more resistant than smooth leather, but there are also degrees of resistance between different smooth leathers).

In most cases, a private seller will be unable to provide you with these details. Even if second-hand sites offer an authentication service, this is not the case-by-case expertise that the auction market can provide.

At Auctie's, we collect your bag or box free of charge. It is then catalogued and appraised by a fashion and leather goods specialist, who provides potential bidders with a very precise level of detail.

Your items are then displayed at the Hôtel Drouot, where thousands of bidders circulate every day. This gives your bag considerable visibility, far superior to online sales.

As a result, bidders compete with each other, which naturally increases the price of your item. 

What parameters are taken into account when assessing your bag?

Our experts take many parameters into account to ensure that future bidders are well informed. Seams are carefully examined, as well as typography, bag jewelry, finishes and materials. The condition of the piece is then detailed, along with any imperfections.

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The buzz around Lady Dior

If the Lady Dior is popular today, it's because it's simple and uncluttered. The metal charms allow Dior customers to carry their essentials in the bag. It's big enough to hold the essentials, and small enough to wear over the shoulder.

As a result, it doesn't take up much space and is absolutely unobtrusive. Whatever the model, the Lady's materials are of outstanding quality.

It comes in four different sizes, and some sizes are added for special collections, such as 2010 when the house presented a larger-than-usual bag.

In some fashion shows, you can see bags that have been re-edited, with new materials or pearls added to the bag. These models sell for higher prices, as they are not part of the house's permanent collection.

Auctions are a solution to consider when selling your Birkin, to gain time, visibility, potential buyers and, above all, high-ranking expertise.

Your Birkin bag is in the hands of qualified auctioneers andseasoned experts, who are committed to showcasing your Birkin in our sales specially dedicated to fashion.

Able to explain market trends and advise you on the right time to put your bag up for sale, they will advise and guide you to ensure you get the best price.

Fashion meets royalty

The Lady Dior, a timeless symbol of the elegance and savoir-faire of the Dior haute couture house, embodies a rich and prestigious history that transcends the ages. Launched in 1994 under the name "Chouchou", this bag embodies the essence of French refinement and craftsmanship.

The origin of its dazzling success is closely linked to a meeting between fashion and royalty. Bernadette Chirac, then First Lady of France, was looking for an exceptional gift for Princess Diana during her official visit to France.

She naturally turned to Dior, the emblematic house of Parisian luxury, to find this object that would reflect all French sophistication. When Lady Diana received the bag, she was immediately seduced by its elegant design, clean lines and delicate details.

She fell in love with the bag to such an extent that she ordered several in different colors, making it an essential accessory in her wardrobe.

Diana, a veritable fashion icon, was at the height of her popularity. Every public appearance, every photograph of her was scrutinized by the whole world.

When she sported her new Dior bag, the media seized on the image, and the "Chouchou" instantly became a coveted item for women the world over.

Aware of the potential of this royal association, Dior decided to rename the bag "Lady Dior" in homage to the Princess of Wales. This new name sealed the bag's fate, making it an object of universal desire.

Lady Dior is more than just an accessory. It embodies a style, an attitude, a symbol of femininity and subtle power. Over the years, it has been revisited by contemporary artists, reinterpreted in limited editions, while retaining its classic allure.

Today, the Lady Dior remains a centerpiece of the Dior collections, a testament to the house's heritage and exceptional craftsmanship. It's much more than a handbag, it's a piece of history, a fashion legend, an eternal tribute to a princess who captured the hearts and imaginations of the world.

Recognizing an original Lady Dior

The counterfeit market is increasingly strong, manufacturing a variety of bags and passing them off as luxury items. On online platforms, the resale of these items continues to grow, and many customers are being tricked.

That's why, even if there are techniques for recognizing a genuine Lady, such as looking at the stitching or the serial number inside, it's essential to have it appraised if you think you own a Lady Dior.

Knowing the value of the bag 

If you happen to own a Lady Dior, or are thinking of buying one, don't hesitate to request a free evaluation using the form on our website.

A member of our team of experts and certified auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your bag, as well as any relevant information about it.

If you want to sell your property, our specialists will also help you find alternatives to sell it at the best possible price, taking into account market trends.