Taschen "Fashion Designers A–Z. 40th Ed." - product description "Fashion Designers A-Z" is a unique ode to the greatest sartorial talents of the last hundred years, published to celebrate Taschen 's anniversary. This updated monograph showcases the work of style icons—from Coco Chanel and Cristóbal Balenciaga to Alexander McQueen, Yves Saint Laurent, and Vivienne Westwood . Its 512 pages feature photographs of hundreds of garments carefully selected from the permanent collection of the Fashion Institute of Technology FIT in New York. Each piece—from elegant turn-of-the-century gowns to minimalist Mondrian chic—was chosen not only for its beauty but, above all, as an example of the designer's unique philosophy and craftsmanship. The book is enriched by essays by renowned fashion experts Valerie Steele and Suzy Menkes, and stylish portraits by Robert Nippoldt. Delve into the design secrets that shaped the aesthetics of the 20th and 21st centuries. Also, check out our other fashion history albums and books. Editor and Author - Valerie Steele Publisher - Taschen Hardcover , 512 pages Language - English A comprehensive overview of the most important fashion designers from the turn of the century to the present day. Hundreds of clothing photos from the archives of the prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology FIT museum An analysis of the aesthetics and contributions to fashion history of brands such as Dior, Prada, McQueen and Alaïa An introductory essay by Dr. Valerie Steele on the role of fashion museums in contemporary culture Foreword by legendary fashion critic Suzy Menkes Artistic portraits of designers created by renowned illustrator Robert Nippoldt Compact and durable format from the anniversary series: 15.6 x 21.7 cm Weight: 1.46 kg – a powerful source of inspiration for designers, stylists and haute couture enthusiasts
