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Little Book of Versace
The Story of the Iconic Fashion House
Series: Little Books of Fashion
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See moreAn illustrated exploration of the story of the brand, from its creation in 1978 by Gianni Versace to its iconic status today. Featuring images of red-carpet moments, key pieces, and stunning catwalk shows.
Exquisitely illustrated and expertly written, this book explores the story of the brand, from its creation in 1978 by Gianni Versace to its iconic status today. Featuring images of red-carpet moments, key pieces and stunning catwalk shows, this is a fabulous collection of all things Versace.
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'Don't be into trends. Don't make fashion own you, but you decide what you are, what you want to express by the way you dress...' - Gianni Versace
From Elizabeth Hurley's safety pin dress to Jennifer Lopez's plunging green gown, Versace has always been a brand at the cutting edge of fashion. With a foot firmly placed in pop culture, Versace is beloved by fashionistas and celebrities alike, providing iconic moments like Lil Nas X's gold armour at the 2021 Met Gala, many of Elton John's eclectic tour outfits, and the gown worn by Lady Diana in her posthumous tribute in Harper's Bazaar.
Exquisitely illustrated and expertly written, this book, Little Book of Versace, explores the story of the brand, from its creation in 1978 by Gianni Versace to its iconic status today. Featuring images of red-carpet moments, key pieces, and stunning catwalk shows, this is a fabulous collection of all things Versace.
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Book Details
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ISBN: 9781802792638
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 March 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Welbeck
Illustration: 100 clr and b&w photos and illus
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 124.0mm
Height: 182.0mm
Weight: 340g
Pages: 160
About the Author
A stylist and journalist specializing in fashion and beauty, Laia Farran Graves has also worked for publications such as Vogue, InStyle, Glamour, Marie Claire and the Sunday Times Style magazine. Laia lives in Brighton, England.
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