It was in October 2023 that Dior Men artistic director Kim Jones released the first Dior Icons capsule collection. Fronted by Robert Pattinson—an indelible face of the House—the collection was an exercise in restraint with a curation of pieces meant to act as a contemporary wardrobe for the Dior man.

The concept hasn’t changed a year later. For Spring 2025, the Dior Icons capsule collection continues to be centred around a complete wardrobe meant to be versatile and timeless enough to get one well-equipped for just about any occasion. And while the overall vibe remains discreet and luxurious, Jones has doubled down on interpreting house iconographies in a manner that stays true to the original vision of the capsule.

For example, the use of pale pink. Dior may be more famously known for its characteristic grey hue, yet pink is also among one of the colours that have grown to be part of the House’s haute couture visual vocabulary. In fact, Jones’ first Dior Men collection paid homage to the bluish-toned shade of pink (inspired by Christian Dior’s childhood home in Granville) with a spate of tailoring. For the latest Dior Icons capsule, Jones introduced pale pink into the mix as a sort of palette cleanser to its earthy foundations. Pale pink polo shirts come in two versions—one crafted in a lightweight knit, and another that casts a luxurious sheen.

The Dior Cannage and Oblique are inescapable motifs. Present in the capsule since its first drop, the maxi version of the Cannage is focused on tactile applications in the form of cable-knit tops. They’re enhanced this time around by cashmere, and in the capsule’s more outstanding pieces, a mock-neck cable-knit vest is decorated with pronounced Cannage lines that’ll cause a double-take on the streets. Along the same vein is the Dior Oblique that appears on bags, accessories and shoes as Dior Gravity Leather creations, serving to complement the more quiet presence of the brand’s ready-to-wear.

Yet, at the heart of the Dior Icons capsule collection is the savoir-faire of the Dior ateliers. Modernising time-honoured craftsmanship for the modern man, the capsule is grounded by classic wide-legged trousers, tailored jackets and long, structured coats—all defined by their impeccable lines and detailed finishes. Because when it comes to Dior, nothing else is as iconic as its craftsmanship.

Photography: Brett Lloyd