Here are some dresses that caught our attention from Christian Dior Spring/Summer 2012 Couture show. Bill Gayten’s second couture collection for Dior showcased classic silhouettes in a more subdued palette. Above, bateau neck sleeveless black silk dress with tiered pleated skirt; below, embroidered black and white silk strapless dress with feathers accenting the bodice.

Strapless red silk dress with layered skirt.

Embroidered black silk top and dégradé black silk skirt.

More Dior 2012 haute couture dresses after the jump.

Embroidered black and white silk sleeveless gown.

Embroidered black and white silk dress with large bow at waist.

Embroidered black silk dress with pleated skirt.

Embroidered aubergine silk dresses.

Embroidered degrade grey silk dress, embroidered beige silk dress.

Sleeveless and strapless embroidered beige silk dresses.

Embroidered grey silk jacket and embroidered grey silk skirt.

Embroidered white silk coat.

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