Fashion
KIMONO: A MODERN HISTORY
Written by Milhaupt, Terry Satsuki
What is the kimono? Everyday garment? Art object? Symbol of Japan? As this book shows, the kimono has served all of these roles, its meaning changing across time and with the perspective of the wearer or viewer.
LAURA ASHLEY
Written by Wood, Martin
Against the background of Laura Ashley's life - from her birth in South Wales in 1925 to her sudden death in 1985 - Martin Wood tells the story of the iconic brand she and her husband, Bernard, created.
INCOMPARABLE COUPLES OP
Written by Shiner, Eric
- Chronicling a world of beauty and style, photographer Rose Hartman has captured fashion's trendsetters for three decades, and in so doing has helped to define what we remember most about glamour and those who create it- A new documentary The Incomparable Rose Hartman, premiered at SXSW 2016Rose Hartman is a legend.
LOULOU DE LA FALAISE
Written by Fraser-Cavassoni, Natasha
Loulou de la Falaise is the first monograph to celebrate the life and work of the style icon and muse to Yves Saint Laurent who became the embodiment of French chic. Renowned for her bohemian chic, daring style as well as for her lightness, nonchalance, and humor, Loulou de la Falaise was not only an influential fashion icon but also a breath of fresh air to the world of Parisian haute couture.
PARISIAN CHIC OE
Written by Gachet, Sophie
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Celebrity model Inès de la Fressange shares the well-kept secrets of how Parisian women maintain effortless glamour and a timeless allure. Inès de la Fressange--France's icon of chic--shares her personal tips for living with style and charm, gleaned from decades in the fashion industry.
FASHION HOUSE
Written by Hess, Megan
Ever dreamed you could live in the suite of a Manhattan socialite? Or the grand estate of one of London's men-about-town, or a Parisian vintage loft? Within the sumptuously illustrated pages of this book you will find that all of your extravagant dreams of interior design have come true.
LOUIS VUITTON: THE ICON AND THE ICONOCLASTS
Written by Jo-Ann Furniss
Louis Vuitton: The Icons and the Iconoclasts features the exciting interpretation of Louis Vuitton's timeless iconic monogram by six of the world's most creative iconoclasts: Christian Louboutin, Cindy Sherman, Frank Gehry, Karl Lagerfeld, Marc Newson, and Rei Kawakubo.
TARTAN: ROMANCING THE PLAID
Written by De La Chapelle, Doria
William "Braveheart" Wallace did battle in it. Queen Victoria decked Balmoral in it. Madonna donned it to strut around the stage. Tartan, the beloved symbol of kin, clan and nation to the Scots, has evolved into the one of the world's favorite fabrics. Serving as inspiration for designers of everything from haute couture to furniture, tartan mania is in full swing.
CHLOE SEVIGNY
Written by Sevigny, Chloë
A celebration of the eclectic and daring personal style of the actress and contemporary fashion icon Chloë Sevigny--famous for looking cool without looking like she's trying.
FASHION LIVES: FASHION ICONS WITH FERN MALLIS
Written by Mallis, Fern
This revealing volume provides unprecedented access to master designers and industry leaders. No topic is off-limits to Fern Mallis, award-winning creator of Fashion Week in New York, when she hosts Fashion Icons with Fern Mallis at New York's prestigious 92nd Street Y, a series of in-depth interviews with the fashion industry's most talented, successful, and legendary personalities.
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