The world of fashion continues to hold its breath for the *imminent* announcement of Maria Grazia Chiuri departing Christian Dior. The Italian designer became the first female creative director of the fabled French fashion house in 2016, and rumors continue to swirl Jonathan Anderson (formerly of Loewe) will replace MGC. As announced back in January, Dior ventured to Kyoto, Japan, to stage its Pre-Fall 2025 collection. The lineup paid tribute to Monsieur Christian Dior’s obsession with florals and birds. MCG collaborated with local Japanese artisans for the occasion (one of which began working with the house more than 70 years ago). In the garden of the Toji Temple, models emerged backstage and walked the space parading long overcoats and dresses in a muted and monochromatic color palette.

Christian Dior Pre-Fall 2025 Collection Review Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“The location seems better than Chanel, but I am tired of those cliches when the references and inspiration behind those collections are minimal.” [JohannesL]

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“Very sombre.” [oioioi]

“It’s literally the same as always and I swear she did something identical at Valentino for a Pre-Fall collection in 2016. This woman is completely out of ideas, and yet she insists on staying in the fashion industry and churning out the same thing over and over again.” [Frederic01]

“It’s very under-produced. Where are the ideas?” [Norden]

“I mean… different location, same clothes. Again and again.” [proseccotabis]

“The Japanese references were used in such a literal, bland and uninspiring way. I wish MGC would have been more creative about it.” [Kennnn]

“From a pure clothing standpoint, I actually love a lot of what I’m seeing here. The cut of those pants, the coats and all… Very obvious and simple but it’s the stuff I love. Even the platform sandals.” [Lola701]

“What an amazingly beautiful location.” [brandon J pierre]

See all the looks from the Christian Dior Pre-Fall 2025 collection and join the conversation, here.