Romanian dressmakers are in big demand – thanks to Dior's embroidered folk coat
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There is a rise in demand for Bihor region’s traditional waistcoat after Dior showed a similar coat in its collection
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They may feel aggrieved at not obtaining an official seal of approval, but traditional Romanian dressmakers are riding a wave of demand for their folk designs after a top fashion house inadvertently showcased their craft.
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Romanian dressmakers revel in Dior folk coat vogue
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Romanian dressmakers revel in Dior folk coat vogue
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Romanian dressmakers are in big demand – thanks to Dior's embroidered folk coat
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Romanian dressmakers revel in Dior folk coat vogue
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Romanian dressmakers are in big demand – thanks to Dior's embroidered folk coat
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Romanian dressmakers revel in Dior folk coat vogue