Little Guides to Style: A Historical Review of Four Fashion Icons: 17 (The Little Guides to Style: A Historical Review of Four Fashion Icons)

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This instalment of the beautiful Little Books of City Style series will look at the style evolution of this incredible capital, providing an exquisitely illustrated guide to dressing like a true Tokyoite. The Little Book of Chanel chronicles the story of this iconic designer and her trailblazing fashion house. Going on to found his own fashion house in 1961, Saint Laurent created his famous "le smoking" trouser suit, brought the leather jacket to the mainstream and astounded the fashion world with his blend of elegance and artistic drama. Kristen runs her own agency that spans content marketing, copywriting, consulting and creative direction for brands including Estee Lauder, Nordstrom, Longchamp, Whistles, and Ralph Lauren.

Maybe it's their pleasing proportions, maybe they remind us of a simpler time, or maybe we sense that these venerable old survivors that were built when our country was young have seen it all. In beautiful photographs and insightful text, this pocket-sized book depicts the designer's ascent from fashion student to the right-hand of Christian Dior. The clean, sweeping lines and classic, feminine silhouettes have enthralled women from the Duchess of Sussex to Kendall Jenner, all of whom adore the romanticism and sophistication of a Givenchy ensemble. Early Life * Christian Dior * Artistic Explosion of Colour * A Decade of Style Innovation * The Scandal Collection * Theatre, Ballet and Screen * Perfumes * Accessories and Jewellery * Oriental Flourish * Legacy of Yves.Packed with stunning images alongside authoritative, fascinating text, this is the perfect book for the myriad fans of the ultimate luxury timepiece and takes the Little Books of Fashion into an exciting new arena of men's accessories. Karen Nepacena surveys the midcentury modern aesthetic with panache in this vibrant, accessible book--perfect for retro-vibe home makeover inspiration.

A visual catalyst for readers to tap into their own tales, heritages, and personalities to decorate their spaces.Some truly remarkable works of art have been inspired by artists spending time away from their typical surroundings. William Morgan (1930-2016) was a bold, innovative, and highly imaginative architect known internationally for fusing ancient and modern styles and for his early championing of green design principles. Midcentury Modern Style is a smart, fun guide to the major design concepts of a popular retro style. Known for their strong social media presence driven by their 'Balmain army' of fans, Balmain holds a unique position among the top couture houses today.