Книги о моде и фэшн дизайне

For over a century, the name of Chanel has been synonymous with feminine elegance, modernity and innovation in fashion.

This lavishly illustrated book, newly expanded and updated, examines the creative output of Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel (1883-1971) over the course of her long career and documents the creation and meteoric rise of the Chanel fashion empire and the products that bear its exclusive label - haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, jewellery and perfumes.

A final chapter looks at the House after Chanel: the vision of creative director Karl Lagerfeld who from 1983 until his death in 2019 ensured that the brand retained its position at the forefront of fashion's vanguard; and the reinterpreting of Chanel fashion signatures by his successor, Virginie Viard, today.

About the Author:

Amy de la Haye is a curator, writer, dress historian and fashion critic.

This new biography offers unprecedented insight into Coco Chanel’s complex and enigmatic life and features previously unpublished information and images.

Coco Chanel continues to beguile more than two decades after her death; her life and work are a source of enduring fascination. Chanel expert Isabelle Fiemeyer unveils the mysteries that have surrounded the private and public figure by piecing together new research with accounts from Chanel’s intimate friends and relatives, artists, writers, photographers, directors, actors, scholars, and those who worked with her inside the House of Chanel.

The author describes Chanel’s carefully crafted persona and then gradually elucidates each layer of intrigue that surrounded the great fashion designer to reveal the woman behind the enigma. Her life was marked by suffering that stemmed from affronts, an absent father, abandonment, and death, but also by vitally positive forces ― her idealized childhood, collaborations with the world’s greatest artists, and her permanently hypnotic, albeit staged, presence. While the myth surrounding Chanel was extolled, perpetuated, and modulated by some, others twisted it, reviling and vilifying the designer.

Offering fresh revelations about Chanel’s life, this handsome volume includes photographs and previously unpublished material, including new documents from the wartime period.

The definitive book on Karl Lagerfeld’s pioneering and irreverent campaigns for Chanel, as photographed by the designer himself

When Karl Lagerfeld was named at the helm of the fashion house in 1983, he set out to radically shake up and update its image – not only through bold collections but also, from 1987 onwards, by choosing to shoot the house’s campaigns himself, a move that was unprecedented for a fashion designer.

Conceived in collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld and the House of Chanel, this definitive publication opens with an essay by Patrick Mauriès before exploring the campaigns themselves, organized chronologically. A carefully curated selection of images showcases hundreds of spectacular clothes worn by the top fashion models – and personalities – of each era, from Inès de la Fressange, Claudia Schiffer, Kate Moss and Cara Delevingne, to Kirsten Stewart and Lily-Rose Depp, captured in glamorous locations, from Coco Chanel’s Paris apartment to the French Riviera or LA.

Presented in a high-end, slipcased package, Chanel: the Karl Lagerfeld Campaigns offers an unrivalled overview of the house of Chanel as seen through the eyes – and lens – of Karl Lagerfeld himself.

About the Authors:

Patrick Mauriès is a writer and publisher of many notable titles on fashion and design, including Jewelry by Chanel, A Cabinet of Rarities, The World According to Karl and Fashion Quotes to name a few, all published by Thames & Hudson. 

Karl Lagerfeld is a German fashion designer, artist, and photographer based in Paris.

A gorgeously illustrated exploration of the history, culture, and design process of the famed fashion house Chanel

Chanel: The Making of a Collection traces the design process of the world-renowned fashion house, revealing how a collection is created. Moving from the studio to the fashion show, fashion writer Laetitia Cénac has unprecedented access to explore a world that is usually carefully guarded from the public eye.

With hundreds of beautifully rendered fashion illustrations from acclaimed artist Jean-Philippe Delhomme, Karl Lagerfeld’s approach to design is brought to life, as are the talents of the masterfully skilled artisans — the embroiderers, flower makers, shoemakers, hat makers, and more — who specialize in everything from buttons and leather to lace, silk, and cashmere.

Delving into the history and culture of the brand, while also detailing contemporary collections, Chanel: The Making of a Collection is a richly visual insider’s look at the enduring creative legacy of this haute couture icon.

About the Author:

Laetitia Cénac is a journalist for Madame Figaro who writes about fashion, contemporary art, theater, and lifestyle. Jean-Philippe Delhomme is a fashion illustrator with work featured in Vogue, House & Garden, and GQ.

A head-to-toe exploration of Chinese dress through sumptuous, detailed photography of some of the most fascinating historic and contemporary pieces in the V&A’s outstanding collection

Chinese Dress in Detail reveals the beauty and variety of Chinese dress for women, men and children, both historically and geographically, showcasing the intricacy of decorative embroidery and rich use of materials and weaving and dyeing techniques. The reader is granted a unique opportunity to examine historical clothing that is often too fragile to display, from quivering hair ornaments, stunning silk jackets and coats, festive robes and pleated skirts, to pieces embellished with rare materials such as peacock-feather threads or created through unique craft skills, as well as handpicked contemporary designs.

A general introduction provides an essential overview of the history of Chinese dress, plotting key developments in style, design and mode of dress, and the traditional importance of clothing as social signifier, followed by eight thematic chapters that examine Chinese dress in exquisite detail from head to toe. Each garment is accompanied by a short text and detail photography; front-and-back line drawings are provided for key items.

An extraordinary exploration of the splendour and complexity of Chinese garments and accessories, Chinese Dress in Detail will delight all followers of fashion, costume and textiles.

About the Author:

Sau Fong Chan is a curator in the Asia Department at the Victoria and Albert Museum and a specialist in Chinese textiles and dress. She co-curated the exhibitions Rabindranath Tagore: Poet and Painter and Silver from the Malay World, and has contributed to several V&A publications.

Contents List:
Introduction
1 Headwear
2 Necklines and Shoulders
3 Sleeves
4 Pleats
5 Edgings
6 Buttons
7 Embroidery
8 Footwear
Glossary
Further Reading
Acknowledgements
Picture Credits
Index
 

This volume features around 120 haute couture designs by Christian Dior from the collections of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs and the House of Dior — including archival runway prototype and custom garments — showcased alongside fashion photography, film stills, vintage perfume, cosmetics and original sketches, Dior’s furniture and other decorative pieces that demonstrate the designer’s passion for collecting and his time as an art dealer. The items reproduced here thus offer an overview of Dior’s life and character, as well as his haute couture creations since 1947, always the epitome of modern elegance, with the selection taking as its unifying thread the fabric of dreams and the passing on of an aesthetic vision. Christian Dior was born in Granville, a seaside town on the coast of Normandy, France, in 1904. While his family had hoped that he would become a diplomat, Dior preferred art. His preternatural talent resulted in him being hired by Robert Piquet in 1937, and he subsequently worked alongside Pierre Balmain and Lucien Lelong. Dior was an instant sensation after the Second World War. His designs, which asserted femininity, were a strong rebuke to the utilitarian, unisex clothing of wartime Europe, and came to symbolize the “New Look.” Since his untimely death in 1957, an exceptional series of creative directors have imprinted their own style upon the iconic brand.

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Christian Dior was born in Granville, a seaside town on the coast of Normandy, France: while his family had hoped that he would become a diplomat, Dior preferred art. His preternatural talent resulted in him being hired by Robert Piquet in 1937, and subsequently worked alongside Pierre Balmain and Lucien Lelong.

Dior was an instant sensation after the Second World War. His designs, which asserted femininity, were a strong rebuke to the utilitarian, unisex clothing of wartime and came to symbolise the ‘New Look’. Dior had an extremely close relationship with his sister, Catherine ― honouring her work during the war in the French Resistance with the popular perfume Miss Dior. She was his muse. The book features around 60 haute couture designs from the collections of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs along with an equivalent number of iconic pieces belonging to Dior Héritage (the house’s own archives of original runway prototypes or garments ordered by clients), supplemented by fragrances and accessories. The items on display thus offer a panorama of Christian Dior’s haute couture creations since 1947, always the epitome of modern elegance, with the selection taking as its unifying thread the fabric of dreams and the passing on of an aesthetic vision.

CONTENTS
Foreward
Introduction
Christian Dior: his musée imaginaire
The ew look
Designer for Dior
Versailles
Dior around the World
The Dior Atelier
The Dior gardens
The Dior ball
Stars in Dior
Dior Lady Art
Chronology

A magnificent showcase of one of France’s greatest couture houses, published to accompany a major exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, and a core part of the blockbuster retrospective at the V&A.

2017 marks the 70th anniversary of the House of Dior. It was in 1947 that Christian Dior presented his first collection and heralded the birth of a new fashion silhouette for women. After the austerity of the war years, the cinched waistlines, full skirts and soft shoulders of the New Look came to embody a revival of Parisian luxury. Paris regained its place as the global capital of fashion and the name of Dior became a synonym for haute couture.

For this book, seventy of the most memorable looks created Christian Dior and his successors – Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, John Galliano, Raf Simons and Maria Grazia Chiuri – have been specially selected and photographed in fascinating detail. These wonderful designs are also featured in sketches, runway shots and fashion shoots by the world’s greatest fashion photographers, including Irving Penn, Richard Avedon, Cecil Beaton, William Klein, Helmut Newton, Patrick Demarchelier, Paolo Roversi, Peter Lindbergh, Mario Testino and Nick Knight.

Recurring themes from the history of Dior are discussed in depth: the concept of line and architecture in fashion; the influence of history and art (the Palace of Versailles, the Empire style, Impressionism, the Belle Époque, the Ballets Russes, Picasso, Dalí, Pollock); the use of colour; the influence of gardens and landscapes as sources of inspiration; and, of course, the brand’s muses and famous clients: the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Princess Grace of Monaco, Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, Isabelle Adjani, Princess Diana, Marion Cotillard, Charlize Theron, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Lawrence and more.

Contents List:

Preface by Pierre-Alexis Dumas • Preface by Bernard Arnault • Introduction by Olivier Gabet and Florence Müller • The Essence of Couture Silhouettes by Florence Müller • Iconic Dior by Jérôme Gautier • Christian Dior Pays an Imaginary Visit to the Museum by Olivier Gabet • Christian Dior’s Apartment by Patrick Mauriès • Seventy Silhouettes

About the Authors:

Florence Müller is a Professor at the Institut Français de la Mode (IFM), where she teaches the History of Fashion.

Olivier Gabet is Director of the Musée des Arts décoratifs in Paris.

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«Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams» – рассказывает историю создания, одного из величайших домов моды Франции - Dior. В этой книге заключены 70, самых запоминающихся образов, созданных Кристианом Диором и его приемниками, среди которых: ив Сен-Лоран, Марк Бохан, Джон Гальяно, Джанфранко Ферре и др. Точные фотографии этих произведений были тщательно отобраны, чтобы читатель смог рассмотреть мельчайшие детали. Также представлены эскизы моделей одежды, снимки с подиума и фотографии величайших мировых фотографов, таких как: ИрвингПенн, Ричард Аведон, СесилБитон, Уильям Кляйн, Хельмут Ньютон, Патрик Демаршелье, Паоло Роверси, Питер Линдберг, Марио Тестино.

В 2017 году исполняется 70 лет Дому Dior, а в 1947 году Кристиан Диор представил свою первую коллекцию и объявил о рождении нового модного образа для женщин. После сурового военного времени, тонкие линии талии, пышные юбки и мягкие линии плеч New Look – стали воплощением возрождения парижской роскоши. Париж восстановил свое звание модной столицы мира и имя Диор стало синонимом высокой моды.

Книга «Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams» включает в себя обсуждения таких тем из истории бренда, как:

- концепция линий и архитектуры в моде;
- влияние истории и искусства (Версальский дворец, Ампир, Импрессионизм, «Великолепный век», «Русские сезоны», Пикассо, Дали, Поллок);
- игры цвета;
- влияние красоты садовых ландшафтов, как источника вдохновения;
- и самое главное, влияние тех, для кого создавалась мода – прекрасных женщин.

Музами и знаменитыми клиентами Dior были герцогиня Виндзорская, Марлен Дитрих, принцесса Монако - Грейс, Мэрилин Монро, Элизабет Тейлор, Изабель Аджани, принцесса Диана, Марион Котийяр, Шарлиз Терон, Натали Портман, Дженнифер Лоуренс и другие.

An extraordinary monograph created by Christian Louboutin, renowned for his beautifully crafted handmade shoes, in particular his elegantly sexy stilettos. This stunning volume, with a fanciful and intricate pop-up, an elaborate foldout cover, and dramatic still-life photography, evokes the artistry and theatricality of Louboutin's shoe designs.

Celebrated for his vertiginously high stilettos with their signature lacquer-red soles, Louboutin has achieved cult status with celebrities as well as fashionistas. His eclectic and exotic designs, often incorporating feathers, beads, and sequins, are a constant and dramatic presence on the red carpet and in nightclubs and restaurants the world over.

Louboutin's first book, this monograph highlights the extraordinary range of his couture, from his iconic and glamorous creations to his fetishistic pieces, including his collaborations with David Lynch, meant more for the bedroom than the street. New photography captures Louboutin's artistic sensibilities, while an in-depth interview reveals Louboutin's life, travels, and inspirations, presenting a very personal look at the man behind the shoes. 

A work of art in itself, with a five-piece foldout binding and a pop-up, Christian Louboutin is an enticing and revelatory look at the most important luxury shoe designer of our day.

The book is divided into six chapters. The first chapter covers Louboutin's biography, his start as a designer from his work for Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent to his first boutique in 1992, and his early creations and influences illustrated with many never-seen-before photos from his personal archives; chapter two features the Louboutin boutiques around the world showcasing the varied and extravagant interior designs and displays; chapter three is "20 years of design" and highlights his shoe designs from over the years with all-new still-life photography, as well as editorial art; chapter four features the spectacular interiors of Louboutin's homes in Paris and Luxor, Egypt, and behind-the-scenes shots from his studios and workshops; chapter five focuses on his creative collaborations with David Lynch, of a series called "Fetish," of limited-edition shoes by Louboutin and limited-edition photos by Lynch; chapter six is a complete catalogue raisonne of his work, with photos of all 120 shoe designs.

About the Author:

Philippe Garcia is a French fine art and commercial photographer whose work is regularly seen in such magazines as Marie Claire Maisons. Eric Reinhardt is a writer and editor who lives in Paris. His recent novel, Cinderella, was a critical and commercial success. He currently edits art books for a variety of prestigious French publishers. John Malkovich is an actor, director, producer and costume designer who also has his own line of men's clothing.

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Экстраординарная монография, созданная Кристианом Лабутеном, известного своей обувью ручной работы, в особенности его изящными сексуальными шпильками. Это ошеломляющее издание, с причудливым и запутанным всплывающим окном и множеством фотографий, в полной мере отображают мастерство и мелодраматичность дизайна обуви Лабутена.

Сейчас модницы всего мира обожают марку Кристиана Лабутена с его фирменным отличительным знаком - ярко-красной подошвой, которая наряду с особо плавными и гармоничными линиями силуэтов сразу позволяет отличить обувь этой марки от множества других. Кристиан Лабутен считается законодателем обувной моды на подиуме и в светской среде. Обувь Кристиана Лабутена удлиняет и делает женские ноги более стройными, улучшает ее походку, а значит, делает женщину более привлекательной. Эта обувь великолепно подходит как к вечернему платью, так и к повседневным джинсам и любой другой одежде. Лучшее, что только может быть на женской ножке - это обувь Кристиан Лабутен.

Обувь из коллекций Кристиана Лабутена носит множество мировых знаменитостей Диана вон Фюрстенберг, Катрин Денев, Элизабет Тейлор, Шер и большинство звезд Голливуда - Анджелина Джоли, Катрин Денев, Бритни Спирс, Кристина Агилера, Мадонна, Кайли Миноуг, Мэрайя Кэри. Многие из его постоянных клиенток считают туфли Кристиан Лабутен самыми красивыми в мире.

Его эклектичные и экзотические модели, часто включающие перья, бусинки, и блестки, являются завсегдатаями светских вечеринок, ночных клубов и ресторанов во всем мире.

В этой книге представлен экстраординарный диапазон творчества Кристиана Лабутена от пошива одежды высокого класса, от его культовых и очаровательных созданий до его фетишистских творений, включая его работы сделанные в сотрудничестве с Дэвидом Линчем, предназначенным больше для спальни, чем для улицы.

В альбом вошли рассказы дизайнера о вдохновляющих его вещах, фотографии из личного архива и ставшие уже культовыми модели туфель, а также интервью с самим Лабутеном

Абсолютно самостоятельное произведение искусства, эта книга – соблазн и разоблачительный взгляд на самого важного роскошного дизайнера обуви нашего времени.

Книга разделена на шесть глав.
Первая глава касается биографии Лабутена, истории становления его как дизайнера. Начиная с 16 лет, когда Кристиана Лабутена впервые заметил Шарль Журден, он много и плодотворно работал, как и положено всякому гению. Он не только обучался у Журдена, но и трудился у самого Yves Saint Laurent и Chanel. Мало кому известно, что именно в то время Лабутен создал новый тип туфель-лодочек, имеющий яйцеобразную форму и подчеркивающий изящество внутреннего изгиба женской ступни. Свой первый магазин Кристиан Лабутен открыл в Париже, в Passage Vero-Dodat, в возрасте 25 лет. Первой коллекцией, выставленной в нем и принесшей ему феноменальный успех, стала Lucite, которую отличали высокие прозрачные каблуки, внутри которых находились цветы и даже разные мелкие предметы. Для Ариэль Домбаль, звезды французского кино, были сделаны на заказ туфли, в каблук которых были вложены любовные письма. Вообще романтика является ведущим мотивом всех коллекций и моделей Лабутена.

Вторая глава посвящена особенностям магазинов Лабутена во всем мире, их различным и экстравагантным дизайнам интерьера и показам. 

Третья глава - "20 лет дизайна" знакомит нас с его моделями обуви за двадцатилетний период его творчества.

Четвертая глава посвящена особенностям захватывающих интерьеров домов Лабутена в Париже и Луксоре.

Пятая глава рассказывает о его творческом сотрудничестве с Дэвидом Линчем, американским королем артхауса. В центре внимания малосерийная коллекция под названием "Фетиш" - Дэвид Линч запечатлел туфли, созданные специально для проекта Кристианом Лабутеном. С помощью размытого фокуса, теней и нечеткости, режиссер показывает вселенную фетишистов в своей уникальной манере – то есть пытается передать не только абсурд лабутеновских творений, но и фирменное, "линчевское", ощущение тревоги и опасности.

Глава шесть является полным систематизированным каталогом его работы с фотографиями всех 120 моделей обуви.

Об авторе. Филипп Гарсия - фотограф, чьи работы регулярно публикуются в таких журналах как Мари Клэр, Мейсон. Эрик Рейнхардт - писатель и редактор, живет в Париже. Его недавний роман, Золушка имел большой коммерческий успех. В настоящее время он является редактором множества престижных французских изданий. Джон Малкович - актер, директор, дизайнер одежды, имеет собственную линию мужской одежды.

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An exuberant self-portrait of Christian Louboutin and his myriad inspirations, this volume is an exclusive glimpse into the mind and soul of the man behind the shoes.

Perhaps one of the most influential luxury shoe designers of our time, Christian Louboutin's signature high stilettos and lacquer-red soles have become true cultural staples and fashion must-haves.

In this new volume the inimitable designer reveals the influences behind his shoes, drawing on his encyclopedic knowledge of objects and artworks. A journey into nearly thirty years of footwear design and excellence, readers uncover Louboutin's vivid creative universe -- filled with Amazonian bird feathers, Kachina dolls, crosses, masks, crowns, and the shoes they inspired. A true look into the master's references, exquisite drawings and sketches of footwear juxtapose against artworks from international museum collections and some of the designer's cherished objects, which Louboutin personally selected in tandem with Olivier Gabet, the director of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs. Surrealist photographs of Louboutin's dazzling creations by Jean-Vincent Simonet bring electric, sensual style to the pages while a visceral dialogue between the designer and writer Éric Reinhardt runs through this veritable Wunderkammer of a book. Published on the occasion of the Christian Louboutin Exhibition show at the Palais de la Porte Dorée in Paris (February 20- July 28, 2020), this exquisite piece of bookmaking offers a highly personal, vivid glimpse into the designer's life and genius.

About the Authors:

Christian Louboutin is a French fashion and footwear designer who founded his namesake brand in 1991. Éric Reinhardt is a French writer and editor. He is the author of The Victoria System (Penguin Random House, 2014). Jean-Vincent Simonet is a French photographer whose work has been featured at the Festival de Mode et de Photographie of Hyères and exhibited at the Tate Modern in London.

An indispensable survey of the most important archival collections assembled by fashion’s key players.

In order for fashion to march forward, it must possess the ability to look back. For the fashion obsessed, one’s archive is surely a testament to the act of preservation and, of course, a sophisticated symbol of taste. Archives take time to build, wardrobes or storage units packed to the brim with rare, archival shoes, dresses, and handbags, some never worn, are only perfected after countless hours spent on Ebay and in the depths of obscured vintage sales. The results end up being remarkable representations of fashion history. 

This book gathers the preeminent collections of archival obsessives, capturing the closets of an impressive list of fashion and design talent. Readers will get an in-depth look at Michèle Lamy’s extensive Comme des Garçon archive, Sarah Andelman’s covetable (and colorful) sneaker and t-shirt collection, ENDYMA's growing Helmut Lang archive, Zaha Hadid’s fabulous footwear assemblage, and more. This tome, over 300 pages long, painstakingly showcases the subject’s archive while showing off top-tier labels and hard-to-obtain seasons: Issey Miyake, Maison Martin Margiela, Thierry Mugler, John Galliano, and Alexander McQueen, among others, and serves as an indispensable reference for those interested in fashion history and building their own archive.

Essays throughout by leading thinkers and writers provide insightful commentary alongside each collection featured in this new, enlightening fashion bible.

About the Authors:

Alexandra Carl is an acclaimed fashion stylist and consultant and recipient of the British Fashion Council’s New Wave Creative Award.  

Angelo Flaccavento is an Italian fashion journalist, writer, and curator. 

Dr. Dimitrios Tsivrikos is a noted university professor, curator, and art advisor. A pioneer in the field of psychology, he has advised and managed international contemporary art collections, and led sales with Christie's and Sotheby’s.

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Пролистать книгу Collecting Fashion: Nostalgia, Passion, Obsession на сайте издательства.

This book is a practical manual intended specifically for anyone interested in delving into the technique of granting colour to fashion figurine illustrations to give them more life and expressiveness. In a clear and educational way,

Tiziana Paci, autor of the well-know book Figure Drawing for Fashion Design, explains in detail the different themes examined in the work through images and examples along with concise and to-the-point texts ideal for neophytes as well as people who have been working in this field for years.

This lavishly illustrated book presents Muslim fashion as an essential part of contemporary style.

This dazzling exploration of contemporary Muslim modest dress, from historic styles to present-day examples, accompanies a major exhibition and reveals the enormous range of self-expression through fashion achieved by Muslim men and women. Filled with documentary and fashion photography as well as stills from runway shows and the media, this book explores the ways Muslim style cultures are shaped by global trends and religious beliefs. 

From high-end couture to streetwear, this volume shows how established and diaspora regions, such as Dubai, Jakarta, London, and New York, are homes to thriving industries that create classic and cutting-edge looks. Accompanying these images are essays and personal narratives by leading voices that touch on everything from the history of modest dress to social media. 

A fascinating examination of a major segment of the fashion industry, this book highlights the ingenuity and creativity of Muslim designers and wearers as they deftly navigate the fashion industry while maintaining their religious and cultural identities.

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This fascinating collection showcases an astonishing range of period pieces, from the 1750 whale-boned corsets, through the invention of the sewing machine and mass-produced corsets of the 1850s to the makeshift corsets of World War I.

Progressing through almost two centuries of corset-making, this fascinating collection showcases an astonishing range of period pieces, from the 1750 whale-boned corsets, through the invention of the sewing machine and mass-produced corsets of the 1850s to the makeshift corsets of World War I.

Reflecting the changing fashions and attitudes of women throughout the centuries, the collection includes corsets for pregnancy, riding corsets for sportswomen and hard-wearing corsets for housemaids. There are even corsets for small children and their dolls.

The book is packed with practical information on how to recreate these stunning period pieces for yourself. Each corset features an annotated pattern, a detailed drawing and close-up photography so historical detail can be captured accurately by the maker. A brief overview places the corset within its historical context and explains any features or alterations necessary for making up the patterns. For those new, to dressmaking, there are two step-by-step projects – one for a hand-stitched, pre-1850 corset and one for a post-1850 corset made using the sewing machine. There is also invaluable advice on a range of corset-making techniques, from cutting and fitting the patterns to adding historical detail. Information on lacing the corsets, inserting eyelets, gussets and split busks and on stitching and flossing is all included.

About the Author:

Jill Salen is a freelance costume maker and is widely employed in the theatrical costume industry. She has made costumes for many clients, including The Globe theatre. She is a lecturer in costume on the BA (Hons) theatre design course at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff. Jill is the author of Vintage Lingerie, also published by Batsford. Jill lives in Cardiff.

The finishing touches applied to a garment can take it from the realms of the ordinary to the heights of luxury. Creating Couture Embellishment offers a step-by-step guide to manipulating fabric and making and applying a rich variety of embellishments.

Chapters cover fabric-manipulation techniques of pleating, quilting, tucking, ruffling, shirring and smocking, as well as the fabrication and application of feathers, beading, embroidery, flowers, decorative ribbons and bows, bias bindings and piping, fringe, braids and passementerie. The heirloom quality created by the insertion or application of lace is also explored.

Featuring a visual index of every embellishment in the book that is designed to offer inspiration as well as showcasing the myriad of choice, Creating Couture Embellishment provides a comprehensive sourcebook of ideas for the student, professional and home sewer alike.

About the Author:

Ellen Miller taught at Boston's School of Fashion Design, including classes in couture details, construction and pattern drafting, for ten years. She has also worked in the theatre as a seamstress, costumer and wardrobe mistress and stage hand in the United States and Europe.

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Visit Ellen’s Creating Embellishment blog for further details about the book.

Gabrielle Chanel was a friend of the greatest poets, writers, musicians, and artists of her time, as well as an avid reader who found inspiration in literature and poetry. Throughout the famous couturière’s life, the works of Plato, Saint Augustine, Shakespeare, Alexandre Pouchkine, Honoré de Balzac, Gustave Flaubert, Thomas Mann, Pierre Reverdy, Max Jacob, Jean Cocteau, and more played a significant role in nurturing her imagination. In Culture Chanel: The Woman Who Reads, author and curator Jean-Louis Froment highlights connections between texts, photographs, paintings, drawings, jewelry, perfume, and clothing designs, revealing an aesthetic language ― which can be seen throughout Chanel’s many enduring contributions to the fashion world ― in the light of the written words that shaped her life.