The Party Dress
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.35 (961 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0847829618 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 336 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-11-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Also included is a trove of historical designs that will inspire fashionistas and budding designers alike.. From flappers newly liberated by jazz, swinging beaded hems and Chanel’s well-bred sophisticated “little black dress” to today’s red-carpet splendors, women have transformed themselves for parties. In pages peppered with whimsical quotes and interesting historical facts about the pleasures of dressing up, Alexandra Black traces the rise of the party dress complete with the best examples of gowns by top designers–such as Carolina Hererra, Giorgio Armani, Lanvin, Balenciaga, and Zac Posen–photographed by world-renowned photographers such as Cecil Beaton, Dean Loomis, and Mario Testino. Even Coco Chanel, renowned for her comfortable daywear, saw festive party fashion as something quite separate, not to be constrained by matters of practicality. This beautifully illustrated retrospective captures the effervescence of the party dress.Every major designer has catered to the well-heeled woman’s desire and ability to wear the most flattering frock at the most public occasions, whether for summer afternoon parties, cocktails, or formal balls
. Her most recent was Rizzoli’s highly acclaimed The Evening Dress. About the AuthorAlexandra Black has written and edited numerous books on style and design
Alexandra Black has written and edited numerous books on style and design. Her most recent was Rizzoli’s highly acclaimed The Evening Dress.
V. Larson said I agree with other reviewers that compared to The Evening. I agree with other reviewers that compared to The Evening Dress, this book disappoints ;it's unlikely I'll ever leaf through it again. Check it out at your local library before buying so you'll know what to expect.. fashion My girlfriend really loved it as a birthday pressent. She really loved the stores behind each dress.plus the fansatic pictures.