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John Galliano: Unseen

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John Galliano: Unseen by Robert Fairer provides an intimate photographic journey through Galliano's spectacular fashion shows during his transformative years at Christian Dior. The book offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process and the artistry involved, capturing the essence and theatricality of one of fashion's most innovative designers. It celebrates Galliano's visionary impact on fashion through stunning, never-before-seen images.
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You might enjoy this captivating exploration of the world of fashion if you are fascinated by haute couture and the behind-the-scenes magic of runway shows. It offers an intimate look at the inventive designs and theatrical flair that defined a pivotal era in fashion, highlighting a visual feast of creativity and style that is sure to inspire both fashion enthusiasts and art lovers alike.

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A striking tribute to John Galliano’s highly creative collections for his eponymous label (1996–2011), captured behind the scenes by American Vogue photographer Robert Fairer.

A striking tribute to John Galliano's highly creative collections for his eponymous label (1996-2011), captured behind the scenes by American Vogue photographer Robert Fairer

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Now creative director of Maison Margiela, John Galliano started his career in London in the late 1980s, straight after graduating from Central Saint Martins. After being appointed head designer of Christian Dior in 1996, Galliano continued to create two collections a year for his namesake brand. They acted in many ways as a laboratory of ideas, allowing him to let his imagination run wild, free from both the commercial pressures associated with a house as iconic and as global as Dior and the influence of the hallowed house's iconic piecesβ€”a pure expression of his personal design style.

Opening with an essay on the designer's work, John Galliano: Unseen unfolds chronologically. Thirty collections are included, each introduced by a short text by Claire Wilcox. The book revisits the designer's most iconic creations and reveals previously unseen behind-the-scenes moments that capture models, hairdressers, stylists, makeup artists, and John Galliano himself at their most creative.

Robert Fairer's stunning and high-energy photographs capture the glamour and frenzy that defined Galliano's shows. A treasure-trove of inspiration, they make this publication a must-have reference for fashion and photography lovers alike.

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John Galliano: Unseen by Robert Fairer is praised for its lavish and elegant presentation, as noted by The Economist. The New York Journal of Books describes it as a love letter to fashion enthusiasts, highlighting the artistic aspect of fashion and photography. Kirkus Reviews mentions that reading the book feels like entering a flamboyant and showy alternate universe, appealing to fashion aficionados. CNN comments on the book's electric nature, revealing secrets from behind the scenes, while Marie Claire focuses on its vibrant portrayal of Galliano’s collections. Teen Vogue appreciates it as an insightful resource on the history of a fashion innovator.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500519516

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 14 September 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: with over 330 colour illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 245.0mm

Height: 335.0mm

Weight: 2720g

Pages: 352

About the Author

British photographer Robert Fairer worked exclusively for American Vogue behind the scenes for over a decade. Beginning his career at British Elle in the mid 1990s, then Harpers Bazaar USA and finally at American Vogue, he covered the fashion zeitgeist of supermodel, designer and fashion excess from 1993-2011.His backstage archive has been published in five monographs, Alexander McQueen Unseen, John Galliano Unseen, Marc Jacobs Unseen, Karl Lagerfeld Unseen and John Galliano for Dior by Thames & Hudson, Yale University Press, Schirmer Mosel and Abrams. Robert’s work is published in The New York Times, Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, i-D Magazine, and Visionaire, as well as fashion, portrait and lifestyle books, and anthologies. Robert continues to document the fashionable elite and collaborate with his editors and clients in uncharted fashion domains.

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