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The inspiring history of Kering — the luxury group that includes Gucci, Balenciaga, and Saint Laurent — its visionary founder François Pinault, and his talented son François-Henri Pinault, current chairman and CEO.

This richly illustrated volume traces the history of the Kering group, from its beginnings as a timber trading firm founded by François Pinault in 1962 to the global luxury group it has become today. With exceptional intuition regarding pivotal economic and societal evolutions — from sustainability to gender equality — the group has, since its creation, consistently demonstrated that audacity and imagination are the driving forces behind its development.

Contributions from renowned personalities with close ties to Kering in fashion, business, entertainment, activism, the arts, and journalism — including Jean-Jacques Aillagon, Carlo Capasa, Jean-Miche Darrois, Mercedes Erra, Jane Fonda, Franz-Olivier Giesbert, Bethann Hardison, Ghada Hatem-Gantzer, François Henrot, Huang Hong, Bernard-Henri Lévy, Alain Minc, Paul Polman, Xavier Romatet, Serge Weinberg, and Anna Wintour — accompany this exhilarating history. Featuring a wealth of photographs and documents, the volume bears witness to the company’s extraordinary journey, from the rugged coast of Brittany to the magnificently restored former hospital that houses Kering’s headquarters today.

About the Author:

Tristan Gaston-Breton, specialist in the history of major French companies, has authored sixty works, including sagas devoted to the Rothschild and the Rockefeller families.

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Overly cute little bears in a vast range of colors, grinning elephants and cuddly mice cavorting on changing tables, winter parkas and playhouses – the design quality of children's products often in the past left very much to be desired. Children’s furniture, fashion and toys today strive for the aesthetics of a contemporary lifestyle while still being fun and functional for kids. Meeting both demands makes the creation of children’s goods one of the most exciting and challenging tasks for designers.

Successful kids’ design unites quality, sustainability and safety with ingenuity, style and pleasure. This volume presents a selection of the most innovative designs for children, from novelties to established classics. It is for all parents who value great design and want to pass it on to their children.

CONTENT

- Rip + Tatter Chair (Pete Oyler, USA)
- Bicycle Saddle Bag (Meisen auf Reisen, Germany)
- Playhouse X-Hus (Studio14, Norway)
- Tube Toys (Oscar Diaz, Great Britain)
- Chestnut Paper Lamp (Studio Snowpuppe, The Netherlands)

Напередодні 40-річчя свого ювелірного бізнесу Кікі Макдоно відкриває сховище, щоб поділитися дивовижною подорожжю одного з найулюбленіших британських дизайнерів ювелірних виробів. Те, що почалося в 1985 році з однієї покупки в магазині подруги, з того часу розквітло у всесвітньо відомий бренд, відомий своїм яскравим використанням кольорових дорогоцінних каменів, позачасовою елегантністю та глибоким зв'язком з жінками, які його носять.

З понад 200 приголомшливими фотографіями ця чудово підготовлена ​​книга є одночасно візуальним святом і натхненним портретом компанії, заснованої та керованої жінкою, яка змінила обличчя сучасних ювелірних виробів. Від ніжного мерехтіння аметистів до сяючого блиску цитринів і перидотів, фірмові вироби Кікі прикрашали вуха та шиї ікон стилю протягом поколінь, включаючи Її Королівську Високість Кетрін, принцесу Уельську, покійну королеву Єлизавету II та принцесу Діану.

Завдяки багатим образам та відвертим розповідям Кікі розмірковує про чотири десятиліття творчості, рішучості та еволюції. Вона зазирне за лаштунки свого дизайнерського процесу, ділиться спогадами про ранні, хаотичні дні поєднання материнства та підприємництва, а також досліджує, як її роботи продовжують резонувати з сучасними жінками в усьому світі. Її місія завжди була простою, але революційною: ювелірні вироби повинні купувати жінки, для жінок, вироби, які відображають їхній стиль, їхню впевненість, їхню радість. Це більше, ніж ретроспектива, це святкування спадщини, яка все ще створюється – історія, така ж барвиста та радісна, як вишукані прикраси Кікі.

- Понад 200 приголомшливих фотографій вишуканих ювелірних виробів
- Масштабна прес-кампанія, що супроводжуватиме випуск книги
- Заплановані важливі заходи навколо 40-ї річниці, включаючи презентацію та виставку
- Прикраси Кікі часто носить Її Королівська Високість Кетрін, принцеса Уельська; Її прикраси часто носили покійна королева та покійна принцеса Діана
- Розповідає історію всесвітньо відомого ювелірного бізнесу, заснованого та керованого жінкою

Про автора

Кікі Макдоно — ювелір у п'ятому поколінні та провідна британська дизайнерка, чий однойменний бренд вишуканих ювелірних виробів відомий демонстрацією яскравих дорогоцінних каменів у позачасових та носимих дизайнах. Її прикраси виставлені у музеї Вікторії та Альберта, були продані на аукціоні Bonhams та часто носяться членами британської королівської родини. Бренд Кікі розпочався як концесія в антикварному ювелірному магазині друга в 1985 році, коли він запитав її, чи не хотіла б вона створити сучасні прикраси, результат яких (пара сережок з кришталю у формі серця з діамантовим бантом зверху) зараз знаходиться в колекції сучасних ювелірних виробів Музею Вікторії та Альберта в Лондоні. З того часу Кікі займається дизайном ювелірних виробів, і бренд значно виріс за останні сорок років. Кікі Макдоно, яка користується великою повагою та займає гідне місце на світовій арені розкоші, відома створенням яскравих, барвистих, вишуканих прикрас, які приваблюють стильну сучасну жінку.

A lavish survey of the Khalili Collection’s world-renowned holdings of traditional Japanese kimono, from the Edo period to the 20th century.

The Khalili Collection of kimonos comprises over 200 garments spanning 300 years of Japanese textile artistry. The form of the T-shaped, straight-seamed, front-wrapping kimono has changed very little over the centuries, yet the collection reveals an astonishing variety of designs. The garments presented here convey the remarkable creativity of designers who produced works of art that would enfold the wearer. The enormous range of patterns were executed in a complex combination of techniques, with some garments requiring the expert skills of a number of different artisans.

The Khalili Collection includes formal, semi-formal and informal kimono, underkimono and jackets, worn by women, men and children. Represented are the sophisticated garments of the samurai elite and the affluent merchant classes of the Edo period (1603– 1868), the shifting styles and new colour palette of Meiji-period dress (1868–1912) and particularly the bold and dazzling kimono of the Taisho- (1912–26) and early Sho-wa (1926–89) eras, which utilized innovative techniques and drew fresh inspiration from both past traditions and the modern world.

Here, an international team of authors examine the art and evolution of the kimono in the historical context of the 17th to the 20th centuries, under the editorship of Anna Jackson, Keeper of the Asian Department at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.

Contents List:

Introduction • I. Edo (1603–1868) • II. Meiji (1868–1912) • III. Taisho/Showa (1912–1989)

About the Author:

Anna Jackson is Keeper of the Asian department at the Victoria and Albert Museum, and Honorary Curator of the Khalili Collection.

A gorgeously illustrated book showcasing the exquisite high-end lingerie from the world-renowned Italian brand La Perla.

La Perla is celebrated for its sophisticated, sexy, and beautifully designed and crafted lingerie. The company was founded by Ada Masotti, an artisan skilled in the tradition of handcrafted Italian corsetry, in 1954 when she opened a small lingerie boutique in Bologna. She combined her impeccable craftsmanship and understanding of women’s bodies to fulfil their growing desire to possess undergarments that were not only functional but also beautiful and alluring. The continuous dedication to artisanship, to fine quality, and to women’s needs and desires has transformed the small Italian boutique into an internationally beloved brand. La Perla’s lingerie is a mix of beauty and seduction, and it is the unparalleled choice for women all over the world when they want to feel sensual and desired.

This is the only book ever published on the glamorous and delicate lingerie produced by La Perla throughout its history. The book first pays homage to the Italian craftsmanship, including the use of fine Italian fabrics, that helped to establish La Perla as the maker of sophisticated couture lingerie, and that continues with today’s collections to set the company apart from other brands. Then it showcases the exceptional intimate garments the company has created throughout the years with gorgeous archival images as well as sexy, sumptuous photographs of the latest collections.

About the Author:

Isabella Cardinali was the editor-in-chief of La Perla magazine from 2006 to 2009 and oversaw the brand’s other publishing projects. She currently works as the content manager in La Perla communications department and as a freelance travel writer.

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The debut book by fashion and lifestyle designer Clare Vivier, whose eponymous brand has expanded from her Los Angeles home base to become the epitome of bohemian American chic.

In 2008, Clare Vivier, now known as the “Queen of the Clutch,” wanted to create a brand where women could find joy. She started Clare V. as a collection of handbags and accessories, and later introduced clothing and lifestyle designs that embrace classic shapes with uniquely graphic and modern details. The Clare V. aesthetic is an unexpected, colorful marriage of bohemian French chic and relaxed American prep — a reflection of the designer’s style influence and life, which she divides between L.A. and France. Devoid of hardware or logos, the brand places an emphasis on craftsmanship, authenticity, and functionality — while also creating a le cute collection designed for women by women.

Celebrating fifteen years of Clare V., this vibrantly hued volume takes readers through Clare’s journey and inspiration: from her childhood in Minnesota and years in Paris, to the creation of an iconic, female-owned American company that responds to women’s needs today. Each page is replete with a colorful mix of imagery: collages of iconic bags and accessories, inspiring mood boards, selfies and personal photographs of Clare’s travels, and street style shots of Clare V. designs worn across the globe. Also featured are special collaborations with the Beastie Boys’ Mike D., Donald Robertson, and Every Mother Counts, and anecdotes from friends, celebrities, editors, and artists including Melissa McCarthy, Adam Scott, Shannon Watts, Christy Turlington, and Laura Brown.

A journey through the people, places, and things that inspire Clare and her brand, this stylish tome, printed with a luxe cloth hardcover and ribbon bookmarker, celebrates fashion, design, travel, and creative communities.

About the Author:

Clare Vivier is an American fashion designer who launched her namesake brand which sells women’s handbags, accessories, and apparel.

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An extraordinary look at Karl Lagerfeld's most iconic runway shows for Chanel, which have transformed the way we experience fashion.

Lagerfeld showcases in an oversize format ten years of Chanel's most influential fashion shows shot by English photographer Simon Procter. Over the past decade, fashion shows have evolved into monumental productions, requiring a level of sophistication and creativity on par with the clothes they present. This has been most evident in Paris at the now legendary runways of Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. To capture the energy of the events, Procter visually re-creates the epic sets -- from a luscious forest scene to a rocket launch -- combining multiple photographs to illustrate in a single image the many perspectives of the intense but fleeting spectacle. The resulting artworks are held in collections worldwide and published in this book for the first time alongside never-before-seen candid images of Lagerfeld and the models preparing backstage.

Lagerfeld offers the reader an unparalleled look into the wide-ranging creativity of one of history's most respected and iconic designers, making this an invaluable resource for all lovers of fashion and especially admirers of Chanel and Lagerfeld's incomparable legacy.

About the Author:

Simon Procter is a respected photographer producing advertising for a wide range of clients, including Chanel, Dior, and Nike. His artwork is held in prestigious collections and museums worldwide.

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The House of Lanvin evolved from the creative force and remarkable energy of an extraordinary woman, Jeanne Lanvin. Her design career survived fifty-six successful and productive years

Lanvin is the oldest surviving couture house, in near-continuous existence from 1909 through the present day. Her body of work includes millinery, children’s wear, haute couture, fragrances, furs, lingerie, menswear, and interior design among others. The continuous public appeal and the youthful image of these couture creations are lasting aspects of Madame Lanvin’s career. At the heart of this book are key collections from 1909 through 1946, the year of Lanvin’s death. Original fashion illustrations, beading and embroidery swatches play a crucial role in demonstrating her intricate, creative, and innovative techniques. The house of Lanvin is currently experiencing a period of great acclaim, emerging as a darling of the press, Hollywood, and the larger fashion community

With the most modern of efforts, Alber Elbaz, the current design director, is drawing from the rich Lanvin tradition to create an award-winning collection that at once evokes, reveres, and reinvents the intentions of its founder.

About the Authors:

Dean Merceron is an authority on 20th-century French fashion and is a contributor to the Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion. Harold Koda is Curator of the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Alber Elbaz is the current Design Director of Lanvin.

An important monograph on the complete work thus far of Alber Elbaz for Lanvin — one of fashion’s most transformative designers working today, who employs mise-en-scènes as a principal way of staging his work.

Under the helm of present design director Alber Elbaz, Lanvin is now one of the powerhouses of Paris fashion, and his respectful nod to the origins and founding aesthetic of Lanvin is tempered by an unrivaled, transformative energy that has created a new, youthful audience for the house. One of the pillars of Elbaz’s work, apart from staging dynamic runway presentations, is a unique way of presenting his designs in the windows of their flagship stores, most notably in the boutique on the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. These mise-en-scènes, which change every month, are well regarded as elaborate spectacles unique even in fashion. Seducing passersby into his very distinctive brand of street theater and occasionally employing prominent artists of the day, Elbaz’s windows are above all about the clothes, and his designs are given pride of place in a variety of elegant and often playful episodes.

The book showcases the fashion and spirit of Lanvin with nearly two hundred compositions, from those shown at their boutiques to one-offs at the Crillon, and as far afield as Art Basel in Miami, as well as unpublished renderings of concepts hand-drawn by Elbaz.

About the Author:

Alber Elbaz was born in Israel and is presently the design director of the house of Lanvin.

Layout design plays an active part in almost all forms of graphic design, covering newspaper, books, magazines, brochures, posters, web page and so on. This book breaks down layout basics and principles, with a stress on grids-based approaches. It also features a range of outstanding design cases with deconstructed layouts by grid system or color blocks, giving a wide perspective on the methods in print design.

- A detailed interpretation of the layout basics, from paper sizes to grid systems.
- A selection of layout design projects illustrated with grids and color blocks, analyzing the visual elements and the proportion of text and graphics.
- Designers sharing their visual goals and viewpoints on grids

Unlock the mysteries and magic within League of Legends, one of the world’s most popular video games, in this encyclopedic and collectible companion book that explores the game’s epic lore.

Embark on a journey through the realms of Runeterra in this first-ever collectible companion book, published to celebrate the game’s tenth anniversary.

Spanning the farthest reaches of this universe and venturing into uncharted territory, this encyclopedic compendium connects players to the rich storytelling that inspires all the action. Inside, you’ll find:

- An expedition through eleven regions, chronicling conflicts, entrenched rivalries, and covert alliances
- Hundreds of illustrations, including never-before-seen maps and artwork
- Insights into the heroes, flora, fauna, architecture, politics, and technologies from all corners of this world
- Original narratives that bring the cultures of Runeterra to life

League of Legends is an online game played by millions of people around the world, offering endless engagement with an expanding roster of champions, frequent updates, and a thriving esports scene. This volume is an essential reference for fans everywhere.

About the Author:

Riot Games was founded in 2006 to develop, publish, and support games made by players, for players. In 2009, Riot released its debut title, League of Legends, to worldwide acclaim. League has gone on to be the most-played PC game in the world and a key driver of the explosive growth of esports. Players are the foundation of Riot's community and it's for them that Riot continues to evolve the League experience both in and out of game.

Explore the enduring appeal of fashion’s most powerful print in the definitive collection of all things leopard.

From the catwalk to covers, Dior to Versace, rock stars to First Ladies, Leopard includes the most iconic and arresting images of leopard print.

The first book by award-winning journalist Hilary Alexander, Leopard is a must-have for fashion and leopard print aficionados and a valuable resource for fashion designers and stylists.

About the author:

Hilary Alexander OBE is a New Zealand-born British fashion journalist, who was twice named Journalist of the Year at the British Fashion Awards. Formerly the fashion director of the Daily Telegraph, she is currently editor-at-large for Hello Fashion Monthly. She lives in London.

Це двомовна 808-сторінкова книга Дітера Рамса про його роботу, яка знову надрукована в оригінальній формі в м’якій полівінілхлоридній палітурці та футлярі. Актуальність відомого дизайнера Braun Дітера Рамса в сучасному дизайні залишається незмінною.

За понад 40 років роботи в Braun Дітер Рамс зарекомендував себе як один із найвпливовіших дизайнерів двадцятого століття.

Вірний принципу «менше, але краще», його елегантно зрозуміла візуальна мова не лише визначила дизайн продукту для поколінь, але й наше фундаментальне розуміння того, що таке дизайн і що він може і повинен робити.

Less and More пропонує безмежне натхнення для всіх, хто цікавиться естетичними та функціональними аспектами прикладного дизайну.

Про авторів:

Дітер Рамс, який народився у Вісбадені в 1932 році, спочатку вивчав архітектуру. Його багато хто вважає одним із найвидатніших промислових дизайнерів двадцятого століття. За понад 40 років, які він провів, працюючи у виробника електроприладів Braun, Рамс створив безліч новаторських творінь, які й сьогодні продовжують впливати на дизайнерів у всьому світі. Він також створив нове усвідомлення соціальної функції дизайну в Німеччині.

Професор Клаус Клемп є одним із провідних світових експертів у галузі дизайну продуктів. Він багато років знайомий з Дітером Рамсом і є авторитетом у його роботі.

Кейко Уекі-Полет є одним із найвідоміших кураторів дизайну в Японії. Вона добре знайома з розробками дизайну як в Азії, так і в західному світі.

A celebration of twenty years of design, philosophy, and inspiration from the renowned American furniture brand Blu Dot.

Blu Dot is an American pioneer of democratic design, and winner of the 2018 National Design Award for Product Design from the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum. Founded and run by its principal designers, the company is celebrated for its minimal and innovative design, and its mission to make modern design accessible to a wider audience. Published to coincide with the brand's twentieth anniversary, this carefully produced book collects two decades' worth of ideas, inspiration, designs, and products that chronicle the evolution of one of the most iconic names in contemporary American design. Illustrated with stunning photography of Blu Dot's best-known pieces, the book includes everything the brand has ever produced, from the very earliest designs like the Chicago 8 box shelving system to the ubiquitous and iconic Real Good Chair.

Supplemented by sketches, notes, and other inspirational materials drawn from the archives of Blu Dot's founders -- John Christakos, Maurice Blanks, and Charlie Lazor -- this book also includes revealing interviews and written contributions from leading names in contemporary design, including an essay by design curator Andrew Blauvelt. The book is a celebration not just of the pioneering work of one American company, but of good design.

About the Authors:

John Christakos and Maurice Blanks are co-founders of Blu Dot. Andrew Blauvelt is the Director of the Cranbrook Art Museum in Michigan.

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Практика малювання, зведена до її основних елементів. Супровідний DVD-диск, що додається до книги, чудово знятий у Флоренції, Італія, пропонує уроки малювання в реальному часі, щоб будь-які прогалини в процесі навчання були заповнені живою інструкцією.

У цьому елегантному та натхненному посібнику майстер-сучасна художниця та авторка Джульєтта Арістідес розбиває процес малювання на невеликі, зрозумілі уроки; представляє перевірені часом принципи та техніки, які легко доступні; та ділиться мовою та контекстом, необхідними для розуміння художнього процесу та створення чудових, добре виконаних малюнків.

Про автора:

Джульєтта Арістідес — надзвичайна художниця з глибокою та всебічною освітою та твердою відданістю руху ательє. Вона навчалася в Національній академії дизайну, Пенсильванській академії образотворчих мистецтв та різних приватних ательє. Наразі вона є викладачем класичного ательє Арістідес в Академії мистецтв Гейджа в Сіетлі, штат Вашингтон. У 2003 році Джульєтта отримала грант Елізабет Гріншилдс. Її роботи можна побачити в галереї Джона Пенса в Сан-Франциско та галереї Living Masters Центру оновлення мистецтв. Вона є авторкою відомих бестселерів Classical Drawing Atelier та Classical Painting Atelier.

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