Little Book of Balenciaga - The Story of the Iconic Fashion House

'Haute couture is like an orchestra, whose conductor is Balenciaga. We other couturiers are the musicians and we follow the direction he gives' - Christian DiorThe godfather of conceptual design, a master of shape, a true fashion game changer - all are accolades bestowed upon one of the most interesting, venerated and iconic couturiers of the twentieth century: Cristobal Balenciaga. His pureness of line, the comfort of his garments and innovative work with textiles, colour and volume made a huge impact on twentieth-century fashion, with creations such as the babydoll, balloon and sack dresses still influencing fashion today.Through stunning images and captivating text, Little Book of Balenciaga depicts the work and life of Balenciaga the couturier. Fashion historian Emmanuelle Dirix examines his legacy both through tracing the Maison's artistic direction after his death, and the generations of designers influenced by the master himself.

Product details

• Authors: Emmanuelle Dirix
• Publisher: Welbeck
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 28.02.2022
• EAN: 9781787398306
• ISBN: 978-1-78739-830-6
• No. of pages: 160
• Dimensions: 132 mm x 186 mm x 17 mm
• Series: The Little Book of...; Little book of fashion; Little Books of Fashion
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art; ARCHITECTURE / Design, Drafting, Drawing & Presentation, Memoirs, DESIGN / History & Criticism, DESIGN / Textile & Costume, DESIGN / Jewelry, Fashion & society, History of fashion, HOUSE & HOME / Decorating & Furnishings, Individual designers, Fashion and beauty industries, Individual designers or design groups