French fashion giant, Christian Dior has presented a toned-down version of elegance for autumn/winter in the garden of the Rodin Museum in Paris. The focus for the brand during Paris fashion week is apparel inspired by ballet-like flair.

A model presents a creation by British designer Bill Gaytten for Christian Dior during it's autumn-winter 2012/2013 women's collection show in Paris, France, March 2, 2012. [Xinhua]

The show includes neutral tones of champagne and dusty pink, along with warmer aubergine and rich charcoal, dominating a collection which was high on femininity and was classic Dior.

A host of high-profile guests were invited, Russian supermodel Natalia Vodianova expressed her confidence in Dior in its latest attempt to lead the trend.

Natalia Vodianova said, "It's a news-making brand, it's a trend-making brand and whatever they do, it works."

Chinese actresses Peng Lin and Li Xiaolu were also invited, signalling the brand's focus into Asian markets, particularly China.

Another eye-catcher was a dove grey silk dress that featured copious panels of lightweight fabric in the skirt.

Fashion Week continues on Saturday with shows expected from famous Dutch and British designers.