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The Fashion Design Directory

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The Fashion Design Directory by Marnie Fogg offers an engaging overview of approximately 150 key figures and companies who have shaped fashion from the early 20th century to today. The book combines insightful text about each designer's background, philosophy, and career milestones with vivid runway images highlighting iconic creations, providing a well-rounded insight into the evolution of modern style.
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Format: Hardback
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The ultimate guide to who’s who in the world of fashion design.

The ultimate guide to who's who in the world of fashion design.

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Written by an expert whose fashion knowledge extends around the globe, The Fashion Design Directory presents an enticing panorama of around 150 of the most influential players in the world of fashion from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day—the people and companies who have shaped contemporary fashion and defined the modern perception of style.

Engaging, informative text sets the scene for each designer—their origins, their ethos, and their pathway to success—while striking runway images showcase statement looks and pieces from each designer's career. Together, they give a compelling overview of their defining collections and labels.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500295724

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 June 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Edition: Revised

Illustration: Illustrated throughout

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Matty Bovan

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 175.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 980g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Marnie Fogg is a fashion expert and media consultant whose experience of the fashion industry means that she is uniquely placed to access original material. She is the best-selling author of Fashion: The Whole Story, The Fashion Swatch Book and Why You Can Go Out Dressed Like That, all published by Thames & Hudson. Jonathan Saunders was named Designer of the Year in 2007 at the Elle Style Awards. Although print has always been integral to his designs, more recently he has been concerned with the development of an architectural, clean form.

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