Little Book of Maison Margiela - The story of the iconic fashion house

Daring, enigmatic, radical. Maison Margiela is the fashion trailblazer putting the emphasis on design over branding.

Making noise in the world of fashion by deconstructing traditional garments and experimenting with unconventional fabrics, Margiela has created its own path for runway storytelling and streetwear domination. From the cult tabi shoe to John Galliano's viral haute couture swan song, Maison Margiela has been worn by everyone from Zendaya and Ariana Grande to Bad Bunny and Gwendoline Christie.

Lavishly illustrated and expertly written by fashion journalist Kristen Bateman, Little Book of Maison Margiela explores the trajectory of a contemporary fashion powerhouse. From its humble beginnings in 1988 to present runway developments under Glenn Martens, discover the innovative, conceptual world of Maison Margiela.

About the author

Kristen Bateman is a New York based writer, editor, designer and consultant. She is the author of five books, including Fashion's Big Night Out: A Met Gala Look Book, Little Book of New York Style and Interior Style: Maximalism. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, W, Elle and more. She is an avid fashion collector, and she also runs her own jewelry brand, Dollchunk. Follow along @kristenvbateman.

Product details

• Authors: Kristen Bateman
• Publisher: Headline Book
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 11.08.2026
• EAN: 9781035434480
• ISBN: 978-1-0354-3448-0
• No. of pages: 160
• Illustrations: 100 colour/black and white images
• Series: Little Books of Fashion
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art > Interior design, design; DESIGN / Fashion & Accessories, DESIGN / Textile & Costume, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Fashion, Fashion & textiles: design, Fashion and textile design, Individual designers, Fashion and beauty industries, Individual designers or design groups