In 1947, Christian Diors New Look was greeted with both shock and delight, making headlines around the world. First published to accompany the acclaimed exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum in 2007, and now available in paperback, this lavish book focuses on Parisian and British couture between 1947 and 1957, the decade Dior hailed as fashions golden age. This sumptuous book offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of some of the worlds most exclusive fashion houses and reveals the inspiration, skill, and ...
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In 1947, Christian Diors New Look was greeted with both shock and delight, making headlines around the world. First published to accompany the acclaimed exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum in 2007, and now available in paperback, this lavish book focuses on Parisian and British couture between 1947 and 1957, the decade Dior hailed as fashions golden age. This sumptuous book offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of some of the worlds most exclusive fashion houses and reveals the inspiration, skill, and craftsmanship required to create these iconic styles. Stunning gowns and exquisite tailoring by Balenciaga, Balmain, Givenchy, and of course Dior, among others, are captured in photographs by Irving Penn, Cecil Beaton, and Richard Avedon. Also pictured are the legendary faces of the dayAudrey Hepburn, Margot Fonteyn, Queen Elizabeth II, and more. This book is a not-to-be missed delight.
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Fine. All orders are dispatched within 1 working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we are dedicated to recycling unwanted books on behalf of a number of UK charities who benefit from added revenue through the sale of their books plus huge savings in waste disposal. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.
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Good. All orders are dispatched within 1 working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we are dedicated to recycling unwanted books on behalf of a number of UK charities who benefit from added revenue through the sale of their books plus huge savings in waste disposal. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1550grams, ISBN: 9781851775217.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1800grams, ISBN: 9781851775200.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1800grams, ISBN: 9781851775200.
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Fair. This is a USED book, it is subject to external and interior wear including, underlining, highlighting, annotations, water damage, minor scuffs and tears. This is a donated book accepted as is. Stickers and sticker residue on the cover should be expected, as well as spine wear from use. There are NO codes or disc(s) included. All items ship Monday-Friday within 2-3 business days. Thank you for supporting Goodwill of OC.
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Fine. Folio-over 12"-15" tall. 224 pages, 97 color photographs and 80 b&w illustrations. "This book celebrated a momentous decade in fashion history that began with the launch of Christian Dior's famous New Look in 1947 and ended with his death in 1957." FINE SOFTCOVER.
