Lanvin
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| Rating | : | 4.81 (685 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0847829537 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 370 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-05-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This book showcases some of the most impressive designs in over one hundred twenty years of fashion." –Bookriot. "The legendary French design house Lanvin was founded by a pioneering woman whose couture creations for her daughter attracted the attention of the rich and famous in nineteenth century Paris
The House of Lanvin evolved from the creative force and remarkable energy of an extraordinary woman, Jeanne Lanvin. Her body of work includes millinery, children’s wear, haute couture, fragrances, furs, lingerie, menswear, and interior design among others. Original fashion illustrations, beading and embroidery swatches play a crucial role in demonstrating her intricate, creative, and innovative techniques. The continuous public appeal and the youthful image of these couture creations are lasting aspects of Madame Lanvin’s career. 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. At the heart of this book are key collections from 1909 through 1946, the year of Lanvin’s death. With the most modern of
. Dean Merceron is an authority on 20th-century French fashion and is a contributor to the Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion. Alber Elbaz is the current Design Director of Lanvin. Harold Koda is Curator of the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
You won't find pictures of these dresses anywhere else. You won't find pictures of these dresses anywhere else. Close ups are clear enough that one could make the dresses with the details.. "Gorgeous!" according to Tracy Hoffmann. Wow, this coffee table book is packed with all the beauty of a powerhouse of couture fashion. Inspiration on every page!. A Customer said This book looks so pretty on my coffee table and it's very interesting I. This book looks so pretty on my coffee table and it's very interesting I would like to really study it the pictures are sensational