Evening Dress Hardcover Book First Edition of 2004, By Alexandra Black is a tribute to the most elegant form of the fashion arts chronicles.The book is an entire journey through the evution of glamorous evening attire from ancient times to the present day, offering hundreds of photographs and sketches of gorgeous gowns, including works by such noted designers as Coco Chanel. Be a caterpillar by day and a butterfly by night, counseled the legendary designer Coco Chanel. Nothing cod be more comfortable than a caterpillar, and nothing cod be more made for love than a butterfly. This high priestess of style understood what the well-dressed woman has always known: There’s something special that goes on after dark.While daywear must be practical, versatile,and appropriate, the evening is open for interpretation, offering designers the rare opportunity to indge their imagination and sense of festiveness and frivity. A tribute to fashion’s highest art, Evening Dress chronicles glamorous attire from ancient times up to the latest season, featuring photographs and sketches of hundreds of exquisite gowns. A celebration of this most elegant form of the sartorial arts, this lavish edition will engage, amuse, and inspire.Evening Dress is a lavishly illustrated survey of the history of evening wear from ancient times to the present day. The book features hundreds of photographs and sketches of exquisite gowns, from the simple to the elaborate. With its informative text and stunning visuals, Evening Dress is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of fashion.Here are some of the key features of the book:
* Publisher : Rizzi; First Edition (November 13, 2004)
* Language : English
* Hardcover : 336 pages
* Item Weight : 4.75 pounds
* Dimensions : 10.25 x 1.25 x 11.5 inches
– Comprehensive overview of the history of evening wear, from ancient times to the present day- Hundreds of photographs and sketches of exquisite gowns- Informative text that explores the social and ctural factors that influenced the development of evening wear.Lavishly illustrated, making it a feast for the eyesWhether you’re a fashion history buff or simply love beautif gowns, Evening Dress is a book you’ll cherish. Order your copy today!
This is a rare first edition of Evening Dress, which is now out of print. It is in excellent condition, with no marks or tears. The binding is tight, and the pages are clean and crisp. This is a great opportunity to own a piece of fashion history.Publisher: Rizzi New York, Publication date: September 30, 2004
* Publisher : Rizzi; First Edition (November 13, 2004)
* Language : English
* Hardcover : 336 pages
* Item Weight : 4.75 pounds
* Dimensions : 10.25 x 1.25 x 11.5 inches
– Comprehensive overview of the history of evening wear, from ancient times to the present day- Hundreds of photographs and sketches of exquisite gowns- Informative text that explores the social and ctural factors that influenced the development of evening wear.Lavishly illustrated, making it a feast for the eyesWhether you’re a fashion history buff or simply love beautif gowns, Evening Dress is a book you’ll cherish. Order your copy today!
This is a rare first edition of Evening Dress, which is now out of print. It is in excellent condition, with no marks or tears. The binding is tight, and the pages are clean and crisp. This is a great opportunity to own a piece of fashion history.Publisher: Rizzi New York, Publication date: September 30, 2004
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Creator:Giovanni Rizzoli (Manufacturer)
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Dimensions:Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
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Style:Baroque Revival(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:Paper
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Place of Origin:France
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Period:2000-2009
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Date of Manufacture:2004
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Condition:Good
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Seller Location:North Hollywood, CA
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Reference Number:Seller: ED623Seller: LU906835031852
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