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Little Book of Balenciaga: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House (Little Books of Fashion)

Emmanuelle Dirix

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"Haute couture is like an orchestra, whose conductor is Balenciaga. We other couturiers are the musicians and we follow the direction he gives." - Christian Dior The godfather of conceptual design, a master of shape, a true fashion game changer - all are accolades bestowed upon one of the most interesting, venerated and iconic couturiers of the twentieth Cristóbal Balenciaga. His pureness of line, the comfort of his garments and innovative work with textiles, and volume made a huge impact on twentieth-century fashion, with creations such as the babydoll, balloon and sack dresses still influencing fashion today. Through stunning images and captivating text, Little Book of Balenciaga depicts the work and life of Balenciaga the couturier. Fashion historian Emmanuelle Dirix examines his legacy both through tracing the Maison's artistic direction after his death, and the generations of designers influenced by the master himself.

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Pages:: 160 pages

Publication:

Publisher:: Welbeck

Edition:: 12

Language:: eng

ISBN10:: 1787398307

ISBN13:: 9781787398306

kindle Asin:: B09WKKVYRL

Little Book of Balenciaga: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House (Little Books of Fashion)

Emmanuelle Dirix

4.08/5 (111 ratings)

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"Haute couture is like an orchestra, whose conductor is Balenciaga. We other couturiers are the musicians and we follow the direction he gives." - Christian Dior The godfather of conceptual design, a master of shape, a true fashion game changer - all are accolades bestowed upon one of the most interesting, venerated and iconic couturiers of the twentieth Cristóbal Balenciaga. His pureness of line, the comfort of his garments and innovative work with textiles, and volume made a huge impact on twentieth-century fashion, with creations such as the babydoll, balloon and sack dresses still influencing fashion today. Through stunning images and captivating text, Little Book of Balenciaga depicts the work and life of Balenciaga the couturier. Fashion historian Emmanuelle Dirix examines his legacy both through tracing the Maison's artistic direction after his death, and the generations of designers influenced by the master himself.

Format:

Pages:: 160 pages

Publication:

Publisher:: Welbeck

Edition:: 12

Language:: eng

ISBN10:: 1787398307

ISBN13:: 9781787398306

kindle Asin:: B09WKKVYRL

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