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Made in Paris
The ultimate guide to the iconic fashion houses of Dior and Yves Saint Laurent
Series: Little Books of Fashion
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There are two fashion designers in the world of Paris couture whose stories are intertwined: Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent. Dior's debut collection in 1947 revolutionised womenswear. The last word in opulence and elegance, the House of Dior evolved to become ever-relevant but true to...
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There are two fashion designers in the world of Paris couture whose stories are intertwined: Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent.
Dior's debut collection in 1947 revolutionised womenswear. The last word in opulence and elegance, the House of Dior evolved to become ever-relevant but true to its founder's vision. Yves Saint Laurent took the reins at Dior after Christian's untimely death, and astonished the world with his talent and creativity, turning haute couture into fine art.
Made in Paris is the stunning gift set of two hardback books that, through over 200 images and expert text, tells the story of two visionaries who changed the world of fashion forever.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781035432905
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Format: Multiple-component retail product
Date Published: 04 September 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Welbeck
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 40.0mm
Width: 192.0mm
Height: 278.0mm
Weight: 1640g
Pages: 256
About the Author
Karen Homer (Author)
Karen Homer is an established fashion journalist who worked as a fashion columnist for The Times and has contributed to the Telegraph, Harpers & Queen, Elle, World of Interiors and Vogue. She is the bestselling author of the Little Book of Dior and Things a Woman Should Know About Style. She lives in London.Emma Baxter-Wright (Author) Emma Baxter-Wright has taught fashion journalism at University of the Arts London and UCA. She has contributed to many publications including the New York Observer, Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire, and is the bestselling author of Little Book of Chanel and Chanel in 55 Objects. Emma lives in London.Also by Emma Baxter-Wright
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