Taschen Fashion Book Valentino

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UPC: 9783836503297
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Taschen Fashion Book Valentino by Taschen Press
Hardcover
25 x 33.4 cm (9.8 x 13.1 in.)
576 pages

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Genius, Glamour And Magnificent Gowns

Valentino Garavani: the greatest name in Italian couture

For almost half a century Valentinodominated Italian haute couture, dressing the world's wealthiest and most glamorous women. Only a few years after opening his fashion house in Rome in 1959, Valentino could already count Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy, and Audrey Hepburn among his devotees. Despite his retirement in 2007 little has changed; his brand continues to thrive and prosper, and is worn by celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Jennifer Lopez. Valentino has always designed magnificent gowns, never wavering from his signature style despite fads like grunge, deconstruction, and minimalism.

This lavish book traces Valentino’s illustrious career through copious images from his archives, including drawings, magazine editorial shoots, advertisements, portraits, and documentary photographs. Presented chronologically, the visual material is accompanied by a vast array of newspaper and magazine articles about Valentino throughout the years. Combined, they provide an in-depth look at the man, his lifestyle, and his genius.

Following the Collector's and Art Editions, this trade edition puts Valentino's haute couture glamour within reach at a ready-to-wear price point.

Editor: Armando Chitolina

Authors: Suzy Menkes, Matt Tyrnauer