From recent releases to much-loved classics, these coffee table tomes promise to make the perfect addition to any fashion fiend's collection. Featuring drop-dead images from legendary photographers like Mario Testino, Patrick Demarchelier, and Richard Avedon; insider info from industry icons Daphne Guinness, Carine Roitfeld, and Valerie Steele; and sublime collections from Christian Dior, Christian Louboutin, and more — these books are some of the chicest to give this holiday season. After all, there's nothing like being well-dressed and well-read.
Daphne Guinness By Valerie Steele and Daphne Guinness
The companion to the recent FIT exhibit, this much-anticipated book offers an inside look at the world and personal style of haute couture's most-followed patron. Illustrated with editorial photographs and snapshots of Guinness wearing her drool-worthy personal collection, as well as images culled directly from the exhibit — co-curated by Guinness herself.
Fashion Illustration, 1930 to 1970 By Marni Fogg
Take a trip through 40 years of breathtaking fashion illustration — culled directly from the pages of Harper's Bazaar. Divided by decade, this diverse collection features the work of notables such as Jean Cocteau, Leon Benigni, Jane Bixby — and more.
Dior Couture By Ingrid Sischy and Patrick Demarchelier
This just-released Rizzoli hard-cover features over 150 fantastical couture pieces — from dresses to jackets — spanning the entire era of the house of Dior. A gorgeous reminder of the label's storied history, with work from nearly all of the label's legendary designers — including Yves Saint Laurent, John Galliano, and, of course, Christian Dior himself. Luminously photographed by Patrick Demarchelier.
Avedon Fashion, 1944-2000 By Carol Squires, Vincent Aletti, Phillipe Garner, and Willis Hartshorn
Though released in 2009, this coffee table star remains one of the most inspiring fashion books of recent memory. Richard Avedon's timeless images feel just right — always.
Deborah Turbeville: The Fashion Pictures By Deborah Turbeville
Since the 1970s, Mademoiselle editor-turned-fashion photographer Deborah Turbeville has created stunning ad campaigns for Valentino, Yohji Yamamonto, Emanuel Ungaro, Sonia Rykiel, Commes des Garçons, and Chanel — not to mention her haunting (and sometimes controversial) editorials for glossies like Vogue and Vogue Italia. This stunning compilation is the first to showcase the internationally acclaimed photographer's work all in one place. With an introduction by Franca Sozzani.
Kate Moss by Mario Testino By Mario Testino
From backstage candids to iconic editorials, this highly personal, transportative tome documents 15 years of one of fashion's most celebrated photographer-model relationships. With commentary from both Moss and Testino, as well as never-before-published photos from Testino's personal archive.
Carine Roitfeld: Irreverent By Carine Roitfeld, with Olivier Zahn Alex Wiederin and Cathy Horyn
This visual history tracks the former editor-in-chief — and Barneys collaborator — from her early work with Mario Testino to her much-lauded position presiding over Vogue Paris. With 250 pages of magazine tear sheets, covers, and advertising campaigns that illuminate the oft-heralded Roitfeld aesthetic.
Christian Louboutin By Christian Louboutin
For your favorite shoe fanatic: this pink leather-bound treatise traces the career of the iconic shoe designer, from his start at Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent to his present-day collaborations with the likes of filmmaker David Lynch. With never-before-seen archival images, new photography, and fun pop-ups, the book also features a not-to-be-missed catalog of every Louboutin shoe ever designed.
Harper's Bazaar: Greatest Hits By Glenda Bailey
"Fashion reflects what's going on in our world, and Bazaar makes pop culture fashionable," says Harper's Bazaar Editor-in-Chief Glenda Bailey. Take a trip through the long-running glossy's latest decade in this visual compendium, filled with over 300 Bailey-commissioned images. Karl Lagerfeld, Agness Deyn, Marc Jacobs — among others — all make appearances.
Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel By Lisa Immordino Vreeland
Written by Diana Vreeland's great-granddaughter-in-law, this must-have book takes an in-depth look at the life, personality, work, and style of one of fashion's most storied characters. Featuring hundreds of photos from Vogue and Harper's Bazaar as well as personal images from travel and home, this book is the companion piece to a documentary of the same name, which debuted earlier this year at the Venice Film Festival.
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I would like one of each for xmas, You neo fundis work out between you who is getting which.Thanks :D
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