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Dior by Yves Saint Laurent Book - ASSOULINE - 9781614285991
Dior by Yves Saint Laurent 9781614285991 Book - ASSOULINE
Dior by Yves Saint Laurent is the second volume in an unprecedented series of books devoted to each designer of a couture house, the ultimate compendium of the most memorable haute couture creations conceived and handcrafted by the renowned house of Dior since its inception. Carefully conserved in the world’s great museums and institutions, these fashion treasures have been photographed and exclusively compiled for this indispensable collection.
Of all the great Parisian couture houses, Dior is perhaps the most famous and prestigious in the world, embodying Christian Dior’s sublime vision of femininity, which Saint Laurent elaborated and evolved into the beginning of the tumultuous decade of the 1960s.
Featuring beautiful photographs by Laziz Hamani, this impressive volume encompasses Yves Saint Laurent’s most iconic haute couture designs for the house of Dior, from the Trapèze silhouette of his debut Spring-Summer 1958 collection to the beatnik inspiration for Autumn-Winter 1960. Esteemed fashion journalist Laurence Benaïm eloquently recounts details and anecdotes behind more than 30 selected pieces, providing profound insight into Saint Laurent’s inspirations, influences, and vision for the evolution of the house of Dior.
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The book features over 200 illustrations and beautiful photographs capturing Yves Saint Laurent's most iconic haute couture designs for the house of Dior. It also includes detailed insights and anecdotes about more than 30 selected pieces, recounting the inspirations, influences, and vision behind the evolution of Dior's couture house.
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This is a hardcover book with a sturdy and elegant design, measuring approximately 14.56 inches in height, 11.73 inches in width, and 1.88 inches in depth. It weighs around 8 to 9 pounds and ships in its original box.
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The book was initially released in July 2017, with an updated release date in June 2023. It is authored by Laurence Benaim, an esteemed fashion journalist who provides profound insights into the couture pieces and their historical context.
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The book focuses on the haute couture creations designed by Yves Saint Laurent for Dior, highlighting key collections such as the Spring-Summer 1958 debut and the beatnik-inspired Autumn-Winter 1960 collection. It emphasizes Saint Laurent's role in elaborating Dior's vision of femininity during the 1960s.
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Yes, this volume is an indispensable collection for collectors and fashion enthusiasts alike, showcasing rare and carefully conserved couture treasures from one of the world’s most prestigious fashion houses. Its detailed photography and narrative make it a valued addition to any fashion library.
- Hardcover
- Over 200 Illustrations
- Released In July 2017
- Encompasses Yves Saint Laurent's Most Iconic Haute Couture Designs, Inspirations, And Influences
