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As one of the most successful fashion houses in existence, Chanel owes much to the templates first laid down by its founder - Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel (1883-1971). Some of her most celebrated designs, such as the two-piece suit, the little black dress and the quilted handbag, remain in vogue to this day. Chanel designed first and foremost for herself: by creating clothes fit for an independent and active lifestyle, she anticipated the needs and wants of the modern woman.
This beautiful book showcases a stunning array of Chanel's most notable designs from her 60 years in fashion, largely drawn from the collections of the Chanel Patrimoine, Paris and the V&A. It examines the cut, construction, embellishment and provenance of the ensembles, as well as the design themes and motifs Chanel returned to throughout her career. Newly commissioned photographs of the selected pieces, together with archival images, capture the design evolution of this fashion icon.
Product details
Published | 03 Jan 2024 |
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Format | Hardback |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 230 |
ISBN | 9781838510398 |
Imprint | V&A Publications |
Dimensions | 300 x 235 mm |
Publisher | V&A Enterprises Ltd |
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… more than enough material to delight even the most fastidious style aficionado.
Jack Moss, Wallpaper* 19th December 2023