Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion - Rilegato

Lesley Ellis Miller

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ISBN 10: 1851779035 ISBN 13: 9781851779031

Casa editrice: V & A Publishing, 2017

Riassunto

Cristóbal Balenciaga (1895–1972) remains one of the most revered and enigmatic of fashion designers. Here, breathtaking illustrations reveal why he is renowned for exceptional tailoring, sculptural shapes, deft manipulation of textiles, and a dramatic use of color. His glamorous clientele included Grace Kelly, Jackie Kennedy, Pauline de Rothschild, Ava Gardner, and Marlene Dietrich; many of his clients dressed almost exclusively in his designs, which were celebrated for being both easy to wear and tailored to flatter any figure. Even today, Balenciaga’s name remains synonymous with quality.
 
This fully revised and extended edition of Balenciaga offers a thorough examination of the Spanish-born couturier’s designs and business practice, and places him firmly in the context of the time, looking at the country in which he learned his trade and the international fashion scene in which he matured and triumphed. His perfectionism, effortless, iconic style, and the wearability of his clothes continue to influence designers today. Illustrated with archival images as well as stunning new photography, this book explores Balenciaga’s legacy in fascinating detail.

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Recensione:

An instant classic. --Colin McDowell, Business of Fashion, 21st June 2017

L'autore:

Lesley Ellis Miller is keeper of furniture, textiles, and fashion at the V&A.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: V & A Publishing
• Data di pubblicazione: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1851779035
• ISBN 13: 9781851779031
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 192