Dazzling clothes, intricate accessories, beautiful models, and timeless design leave no doubt as to the lasting fame of her name and embody everything that has come to symbolize the magic of Chanel. The book explores five central themes - the suit, the camellia, jewelry, makeup and perfume, the little black dress - and follows the threads from past to present to show how these key items have been rediscovered and reinvented by new designers.
It includes many previously unpublished archive photographs and original drawings by Karl Lagerfeld, as well as glorious images from some of the greatest names in fashion photography. 139 illustrations, 83 in color.
About the Author: Daniele Bott
Daniele Bott is a journalist specializing in fashion and beauty. She has worked for many top magazines, including Vogue.
Details:
Category: Fashion design & theory
Format: Hardback
Publication Date: 23-07-2007
Language: English
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Pages: 208
Dimensions (mm): 285x248x25mm
Weight: 1.49kg