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'Honestly and candidly captures fifty sublime years of fashion'
Manolo Blahnik Discover what truly happens behind the scenes in the
world of high fashion in this detailed, storied memoir from style
icon, bestselling author and former Vogue creative director Andre
Leon Talley. During Andre Leon Talley's first magazine job
assisting Andy Warhol at Interview, a fateful meeting with Karl
Lagerfeld began a decades-long friendship and propelled Talley into
the upper echelons by virtue of his shared knowledge and adoration
of fashion. He moved to Paris as bureau chief of John Fairchild's
Women's Wear Daily, befriending fashion's most important designers.
But as Talley made friends, he also made enemies. A fraught
encounter with a member of the house of Yves Saint Laurent sent him
back to New York and into the offices of Vogue under Grace
Mirabella. There, he developed an unlikely but intimate friendship
with Anna Wintour, and as she rose to the top of Vogue's masthead,
Talley became the most influential man in fashion. The Chiffon
Trenches is a candid look at the who's who of the last fifty years
of fashion, and proof that fact is always fascinatingly more
devilish than fiction. Andre Leon Talley's engaging memoir tells
the story of how he not only survived but thrived - despite racism,
illicit rumours and all the other challenges of this notoriously
cutthroat industry - to become one of the most legendary voices and
faces in fashion.
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John Galliano - Unseen (Hardcover)
Robert Fairer; Contributions by Claire Wilcox; Preface by Andre Leon Talley
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R2,087
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A striking, sumptuous portfolio of catwalk and behind-the-scene
images of John Galliano's highly creative collections for his
eponymous label John Galliano's (b. 1960) ascent in the world of
fashion design was swift and filled with acclaim for his bold,
quick-witted sensibility and his theatrical flair. He became head
designer for Givenchy in 1995, and then for Christian Dior in 1996,
and directed his own fashion label between 1996 and 2011. He was
named Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards four
times. Currently creative director of the Paris-based fashion house
Maison Margiela, Galliano has fascinated the fashion world with his
often outrageous and whimsical creations, including some of the
most memorable collections of the 20th century: from the iconic
Suzie Sphinx collection to luxurious and edgy reinventions of
Chinese, Peruvian, Yemeni, or Mongolian costumes. Unfolding
chronologically with short texts by fashion expert Claire Wilcox
introducing each collection, John Galliano: Unseen captures the
designer's mesmerizing creations for his eponymous label (including
rich and idiosyncratic details) and the intense backstage work of
Galliano's trusted collaborators. Robert Fairer's long stint as
backstage photographer for Vogue gives him a unique perspective,
and his exquisite photographs of Galliano's collections, many of
which are published here for the first time, offer insights into
the extravagance and playfulness of one of the world's most
flamboyant, innovative, and controversial fashion designers at the
zenith of his career.
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John Galliano for Dior (Hardcover)
Robert Fairer, Iain R. Webb; Preface by Andre Leon Talley; Foreword by Hamish Bowles; Introduction by Oriole Cullen
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R3,629
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Discovery Miles 24 020
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As testified by the monumental success of the recent Dior
retrospective curated by the Musee des Arts Decoratifs in Paris,
'Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams', which attracted over 700,000
visitors over its extended run, John Galliano's creations for the
house of Dior have entered fashion history and are widely
recognized as some of the most breathtaking and imaginative
collections ever created. John Galliano for Dior is the first
publication entirely dedicated to showcasing these unforgettable
designs, which have become collectors' items and form a key chapter
of the history of the house of Dior - 'the greatest house in the
world', as Galliano stated when he was first placed at its helm. 'I
see myself as a guardian of [Christian Dior's] spirit, a keeper of
his dreams,' he added. The book unfolds chronologically, revisiting
the most iconic creations and revealing previously unseen
behind-the-scenes moments that capture models, hairdressers,
stylists, make-up artists and John Galliano himself at their most
creative. Robert Fairer's stunning and high-energy photographs
convey the drama, glamour and wild imagination that defined
Galliano's Dior shows. A treasure trove of inspiration, they make
this publication a must-have reference for fashion and photography
lovers alike.
A sumptuous monograph tracing the life and legacy of fashion
luminary Oscar de la Renta. In October 2014 one of the fashion
world's champions, Oscar de la Renta, passed away, a great loss
brightened by the innumerable successes of his half-century reign.
The acclaimed fashion designer dressed first ladies from Kennedy to
Obama, and celebrities from Beyonce to Sarah Jessica Parker.
Renowned for his unique charm, impeccable taste, and original
lifestyle, he married the highest standards of French couture with
the ultimate motivation that women must look and feel beautiful. In
this intimate volume, longtime editor and friend Andre Leon Talley
recounts de la Renta's journey through nearly 70 iconic dresses,
mainly made for private clients, accompanied by fascinating stories
of the exquisite craftsmanship and the legendary friends that
brought each gown to life. Born in the Dominican Republic in 1932,
de la Renta left for Madrid at nineteen to study art, where he rose
to prominence as a sketch artist for newspapers and fashion houses.
From his apprenticeship under Cristobal Balenciaga to his eponymous
collections, the designer's simple lines elevated with a flamenco
dancer's flourish reflect his deep connection to his roots and his
commitment to transcendence through beautiful garments.
Known for her bravado and boundary-pushing dresses, Elsa
Schiaparelli is undoubtedly one of the greatest icons of
twentieth-century fashion. After launching her eponymous haute
couture house in Paris in 1927, the Roman-born designer captured
the attention of the world at large not only thanks to her trompe l
oeil patterns and surrealist forms but also because of her creative
relationships with some of the epoch s most renowned artists. From
Salvador Dali, who collaborated with Schiaparelli on her infamous
Lobster Dress to Alberto Giacometti s furnishings for her salon and
Rene Magritte, whose surrealist works inspired some of the designer
s creations, this beautifully illustrated tome delves into the
couturiere s fascinating rapports with these artistic legends.
Through never-before-seen photography, intimate anecdotes, and
essays penned by some of today s most authoritative fashion
critics, curators, and personalities, this volume is the first
definitive work dedicated to the shared inspiration between the
designer and her circle of artist friends. Unique in its breadth of
artwork and diverse contributors, this visually stunning book is a
must for anyone interested in avant-garde art, twentieth-century
fashion, or thought-provoking design.
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Patrick Kelly - Runway of Love (Hardcover)
Laura L Camerlengo, Dilys E. Blum; Contributions by Sequoia Barnes, Darnell-Jamal Lisby, Eric Darnell Pritchard, …
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R1,197
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"I want my clothes to make you smile!"-Patrick Kelly Patrick Kelly
(1954-1990) was known for his bold, bright, and joyful fashion
creations that resonated in the streets and nightclubs and on the
runways of New York, Paris, and beyond. The first American and the
first Black designer to be admitted to the governing body of the
French fashion industry, Kelly boasted celebrity couture clients
including Madonna, Cicely Tyson, and Gloria Steinem. His designs
are distinguished by a combination of playful aesthetics and a
willingness to brazenly foreground race and heritage and push
cultural boundaries, including racial tropes like golliwogs, or
Black baby dolls. Generously illustrated with hundreds of images of
runway photography, garments on mannequins, and
never-before-published archival materials, this book is an
unprecedented exploration of Kelly's influential career, which was
tragically cut short by complications from AIDS. More than 80 of
Kelly's most beloved works are featured alongside thoughtful essays
focusing on his work in relationship to French fashion, Queer
identity, Black identity, and his exuberant runway shows. Also
featured is a detailed timeline decorated with archival photographs
and drawings, making this volume the definitive resource on Kelly's
life and work. Published in association with the Fine Arts Museums
of San Francisco Exhibition Schedule: de Young, Fine Arts Museums
of San Francisco (October 23, 2021-April 24, 2022) Peabody Essex
Museum, Salem, MA (June 25-November 6, 2022)
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Badgley Mischka - American Glamour (Hardcover)
Mark Badgley, James Mischka; Foreword by Andre Leon Talley; Contributions by Hal Rubenstein; Introduction by Dennita Sewell
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R1,460
R1,162
Discovery Miles 11 620
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This lavish volume is the first to celebrate the designs of duo
Mark Badgley and James Mischka, the authorities on the evening
dress. After meeting at Parsons School of Design in New York and
embarking on separate apprenticeships at major fashion houses, Mark
Badgley and James Mischka joined forces to form Badgley Mischka in
1988. By the time Winona Ryder walked the red carpet at the 1996
Academy Awards in their gown encrusted in crystal and pearl beads,
the design duo had become synonymous with elegant and luxurious
evening dresses. Informed by a streamlined 1940s Hollywood
silhouette while employing exquisite beads crafted in India,
Badgley Mischka have become the arbiters of old Hollywood glamour.
Their commitment to classic American beauty continues to reign on
the red carpet today. As Mark and James say, "glamour always
works." Badgley Mischka follow in the great haute-couture tradition
of legendary fashion houses such as Christian Dior and Adrian, who
continue to inspire them season after season. These pages showcase
the long-celebrated silhouettes-skinny beaded dresses, fishtail and
ball gowns, and cocktail dresses-inspired by the masters of a
bygone era. Embellished modern evening gowns imbued with the allure
of Hollywood's golden age have been Badgley Mischka's signature
voice for more than twenty-five years, and this book is a
celebration of the evening dress in all its shimmering glory.
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Harry Winston (Hardcover)
Harry Winston; Foreword by Andre Leon Talley
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R2,440
R1,815
Discovery Miles 18 150
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A look through the sparkling history of Harry Winston, "King of
Diamonds." From the legacy of the Hope Diamond to "Diamonds are a
Girl's Best Friend", and from runways and red carpets to
presidential inaugural balls, Harry Winston jewels are icons of
international glamour. Harry Winston opened his doors in New York
in 1932 and soon rose to the top of the international diamond
industry. Winston revolutionized modern jewelry design by buying
great collections of estate jewels and transforming precious stones
into jewelry pieces that appealed to contemporary customers. This
book showcases Winston's most exquisite jewels and jewelry in
captivating advertising campaigns, historic images, and celebrity
photos, as well as showing the important stones with which the
company has worked, including the Hope, Lesotho, and Vargas
diamonds. Featuring archival and contemporary jewels and
watches-displayed on beauties such as Elizabeth Taylor, Gwyneth
Paltrow, Halle Berry and, of course, Marilyn Monroe-this book
presents some of the most breathtaking jewel creations and
timepieces in history.
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