Christian Dior considered the number eight his lucky number.
The number became part of the symbolic language surrounding the designer and his house. Dior was known for attaching meaning to signs, flowers, gardens, and other personal symbols, and eight acquired a special place in his creative world. This belief is often mentioned alongside his interest in astrology and fortune-telling.
The number’s importance has sometimes been reflected in Dior-related stories and design references, although it should not be confused with the exact address of the couture house. The historic Dior headquarters is associated with 30 Avenue Montaigne, while eight is a personal lucky number linked to Christian Dior himself.
Dior’s use of symbolism belonged to the private and imaginative side of his personality. It complemented the practical work of building a major couture business after the Second World War.