* A Yves Saint Laurent se le atribuye el haber llevado la alta costura a la categoría de arte, convertir los desfiles en un espectáculo de proporciones impresionantes y modernizar el concepto de moda femenina con sus clasicos androginos. * Saint Laurent, que nacio en Argel, paso de ser un estudiante de moda a la mano derecha del mismisimo Christian Dior en un tiempo record. Esa trayectoria culmino cuando Saint Laurent se encargo de dirigir la marca Dior tras la muerte de su fundador. * En 1961 fundo su propia casa de moda y creo su famoso traje de pantalon Le Smoking y el vestido Mondrian, popularizo la chaqueta de cuero y asombro al mundo de la moda con su mezcla de lujo y espectacularidad artistica. Sesenta años despues de la fundacion de su casa de moda, el Pequeño libro de Yves Saint Laurent documenta la vida y la obra del enigmatico, audaz y asombrosamente creativo diseñador mediante magnificas imagenes y un texto escrito por una mano experta. "Las modas pasan, el estilo es eterno. Mi sueño es ofrecer a las mujeres las bases de un armario clasico que escape a la moda del momento y les ofrezca una mayor confianza en si mismas".

* La elegancia y el lujo discretos, los tejidos innovadores y la sublime originalidad en el diseño son las señas de identidad de la casa Prada. * En esta monografía bellamente ilustrada, Laia Farran Graves documenta la historia y el legado de la marca, desde los origenes de la empresa como fabricante de marroquineria en Milan hasta el imperio mundial de la moda creado y dirigido por Miuccia Prada.* Un analisis de las evoluciones e innovaciones de la marca, asi como un espiritu de una identidad basada en el interes por el minimalismo y el arte contemporaneo. Con imagenes de prendas individuales, tomas de desfiles y fotografia de moda que rinden homenaje a una de las casas de moda mas influyentes del mundo y a la mujer que hay detras de ella."El problema perenne de querer hacer estructuras es que permitan moverse y sean comodas, no muy rigidas". Miuccia Prada

* Desde su fundación en Florencia en 1921 como proveedora de maletas para la elite hasta su posición moderna como abastecedora de accesorios de culto y prendas exclusivas, la casa Gucci es un coloso del mundo de la moda de lujo. * A lo largo del ultimo siglo, los articulos de marroquineria y las lujosas prendas de Gucci han combinado con elegancia lo discreto y lo opulento, extremos que se han unido bajo el codiciado logotipo de la doble G.* La historia de los inicios de la marca como creadora de equipaje de lujo y equipamiento ecuestre, que explica como la familia supero las desavenencias y las dificultades de la guerra para renacer como un gigante de la moda de alta gama en la decada de 1990.Asimismo, se expone como, bajo la actual direccion de Alessandro Michele, Gucci ha dejado su huella en la ropa urbana y en una nueva generacion de fans. Incluye mas de un centenar de imagenes magnificamente seleccionadas de los vanguardistas y sensuales diseños de Gucci que dan testimonio del lugar que ocupa la firma como una de las mas influyentes de nuestro tiempo.Gucci. En lenguaje coloquial, termino versatil que alude a la marca de moda de lujo y que significa "bien", "bueno", "estupendo", "impresionante", etcetera. Aunque surgio en la calle, hoy es de uso comun. [] Si algo es all Gucci ["tope Gucci"], quiere decir que es maravilloso. [The Urban Dictionary]

* Emblemáticos bolsos, embalajes reconocibles al instante, admirados entre las celebridades: Hermès es la máxima expresión en los accesorios de lujo. * Desde su taller de guarnicionería del siglo xi

A vibrant look at the celebrated artist and designer KAWS Multidisciplinary artist KAWS was first known for his work as a graffiti artist and his subersive approach to poular imagery on bus shelter and phone booth advertisements This is the first comprehensive survey of the artist s body of work

Este volumen cubre la carrera de Marc Newson como diseñador, pero con un poco de ambición, puede leerse como un catálogo sobre cómo vivir. Imagine despertarse por la mañana, bañarse, secarse el pelo, vestirse, ponerse las gafas, perfumarse, sentarse a desayunar te con huevos y tostadas, consultar el reloj, hacer la maleta, conducir al aeropuerto, tomar un vuelo y navegar en un lujoso yate. Lo que mas destaca en este escenario, ademas de su opulencia, es que todo lo que hay en el podria ser un diseño de Newson: la cama, la bañera, el secador de pelo, la ropa, los zapatos, los vasos, el frasco de perfume, el hervidor electrico, la tetera, la tostadora, la sarten, la espatula, la vitroceramica, los platos, los cubiertos, el reloj, la silla, la mesa, la iluminacion, la maleta, el coche, el avion e incluso el yate. Ningun proyecto es demasiado pequeño o demasiado grande para Newson, y su carrera es un testimonio de lo que una persona con ambicion, ingenio, curiosidad y versatilidad ilimitadas puede alcanzar. Desde objetos producidos en masa hasta muebles de edicion limitada y grandes obras unicas, Newson ha desdibujado limites, mapeado nuevos territorios y, en el proceso, ha alcanzado la cima de su disciplina. Las contribuciones de Newson al mundo del diseño no pueden calificarse simplemente como innovadoras e influyentes; mas acertado seria decir que su obra es el punto de referencia con el que inevitablemente debe compararse el trabajo de otros diseñadores.Este libro cubre su obra completa hasta la fecha a partir de entradas enciclopedicas ordenadas cronologicamente por categorias, empezando por piezas emblematicas de primera epoca como la comoda Pod of Drawers o el divan Lockheed Lounge (que ostenta el record mundial del precio mas alto pagado por un mueble de un diseñador vivo). Objetos de uso cotidiano, mobiliario, interiores, transporte y joyeria y relojeria. Las descripciones exploran la historia detras de cada pieza y su proceso de creacion, y vienen acompañadas de abundantes citas del propio diseñador. El libro se completa con un indice visual de la obra completa de Newson, una cronologia de su vida, una bibliografia y la historia de sus exposiciones.

u003cpu003eu003cbu003eThe u003ciu003eLittle Book of Gucciu003c/iu003e tells the story of this historic yet flourishing house, and the visionary looks that have cemented its place in fashion history.u003c/bu003eu003c/pu003eOne of the oldest Italian fashion brands in existence today, Gucci was founded in Florence in 1921. Guccio Gucci established his company with the goal of creating opulent luggage for Italys wealthy and fashionable upper-classes. With the signature Gucci print of dark brown diamonds on a tan background, interlocking G logo and red and green stripe, the brand has gone on to become the last word in Italian luxury.u003c/pu003e u003cpu003eGuccis signature items - the belt, the bag, the loafer - transcend fleeting fashion trends, and have remained central to the houses identity into the twenty-first century. Under the stewardship of Tom Ford, Gucci epitomized the louche and mischievous 1990s aesthetic. Today, under Alessandro Michele, the brands combination of romance and toughness is in hot demand. The u003ciu003eLittle Book of Gucciu003c/iu003e tells the story of this historic yet flourishing house, and the visionary looks that have cemented its place in fashion history./p

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This exquisite book takes the reader on a kaleidoscopic journey through the history of makeup style and color at the revered fashion house of Dior An exquisite ode to color this book presents the history of Dior cosmetics placed within contexts of fashion and art Divided into twelve chapters White Silver Nude Pink Red Purple Blue Green Yellow Gold Gray and Black Dior The Art of Color showcases not only the sometimes glamorous sometimes natural cosmetics but also the aesthetics of color which was the source of inspiration for so much of Dior s creations The evolution of color through the ages is presented with iconic works from renowned artists and Dior makeup advertising campaigns including creations from some of the greats in the field such as Serge Lutens Tyen and the current head of Dior makeup Peter Philips captured by master photographers such as Irving Penn Guy Bourdin and Richard Burbridge With a highly engaging text and never before seen imagery this is a book that no student of fashion or art should be without

It s a fabulous thing to give life to fabric to make something move well the harmony of colour Hubert de Givenchy Ever since Audrey Hepburn stood outside Tiffany s croissant in hand Givenchy has been the last word in elegant couture The clean sweeping lines and classic feminine silhouettes have enthralled women from the Duchess of Sussex to Kendall Jenner all of whom adore the romanticism and sophistication of a Givenchy ensemble More sculptor than designer Hubert de Givenchy created a house that is utterly timeless This exquisitely illustrated volume explores the story behind the brand from its creation in 1952 to its current leadership and designs Through a carefully curated collection of finished designs close up details and key moments this book shines a light on the dazzling world of Givenchy

In Vogue on Coco Chanel acclaimed fashion writer and commentator Bronwyn Cosgrave traces the story of Coco Chanel s iconic designs and glamorous racy life Featuring original illustrations and images from celebrated photographers such as Cecil Beaton the book provides a completely fresh look at the fashion designer who is arguably the most influential female designer of the twentieth century Coco Chanel pioneered classic easy to wear fashion for the modern woman Perhaps her most important contribution to the fashion world was the simple much imitated little black dress which made its debut in 1926 Other landmark creations include the Chanel suit and the quilted handbag It is a testament to her lasting influence that these legendary designs remain as popular today as when they first appeared

The definitive visual record of the groundbreaking graphic designer and Pentagram partner Paula Scher Paula Scher is one of the most influential graphic designers in the world Described as the master conjurer of the instantly familiar Scher straddles the line between pop culture and fine art in her work Iconic smart and accessible her images have entered the American vernacular Paula Scher Works is the definitive visual record of the groundbreaking graphic designer and Pentagram partner Published by Unit Editions the 522 page book presents the most extensive monograph of Scher s career to date featuring over 300 projects from from her early days in the music industry as an art director with CBS and Atlantic Records through the launch of her first studio Koppel & Scher to her 25 year engagement with Pentagram Co edited by Tony Brook and Adrian Shaughnessy the book organizes Scher s work chronologically into several thematic sections It opens with a long interview with the designer then moves into her record covers from the 1970s and 80s Central chapters look at her innovative approach to identity design and environmental graphics and its impact on contemporary New York s urban fabric as seen in work for clients from MoMA to Charter Schools from

Five years in the making Pentagram Living by Design is an in depth survey of the group from its beginnings in 1970s London to its current status as one of the powerhouses of international design Pentagram Living by Design two volumes is the definitive statement on 50 years of Pentagram This is an in depth survey of the group from its beginnings in 1970s London to its current status as one of the powerhouses of international design Book one The Biography offers a comprehensive analysis of the group its partners its achievements its multidisciplinary approach and its unique business model This is accompanied by a plethora of images some never published a visual essay of Pentagram s work across four main sectors a selection of partners writings a Pentagram family tree and much more Book two The Directory has profiles of 50 partners past and present accompanied by extensive coverage of their work It s a stellar roll call from the five famous founders to some of the most celebrated names in contemporary design It also includes a list of everyone who worked in the firm s various offices Both books are designed by Tony Brook and the Spin design team and use a range of paper stocks and special colours

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How design students learn sustainably How do I teach design Why is listening so important What can we learn from other disciplines and cultures and from each other Answers to these and other questions are offered by Sven Ingmar Thies and his 24 interviewees who are all united by a single wish that their students should experiment experience and grow as designers This book allows teachers of graphic design design theory game development industrial design and behavioral research from China Germany Great Britain Japan Austria and the USA to each have their say The in depth conversations are complemented by a comprehensive reflection and sample assignments This is a book for teachers and students alike that offers insights into the experiences of others as well as inspiration for teaching learning and professional practice New teaching methods & practical suggestions A comparison of the experiences of 24 design teachers from six countries Fritz Frenkler Gesche Joost Rathna Ramanathan Stefan Sagmeister Kashiwa Sato Erik Spiekermann and others in conversation

A dictionary that contains around 750 entries offering information on every important graphic designer movement agency practice and publication from 1840 onwards It presents definitions from technical minutiae of typography to computer aided design and printing

Telling stories drawn from across history The Colour of Fashion delves into the significance of colour in dress and explores how the symbolism has shifted over time

The first comprehensive book on the work of Jun Takahashi of UNDERCOVER an icon of Harajuku streetwear and the presumptive heir to the heavy mantle of Japanese deconstruction Takahashi Jun s fashion is not born out of an excessively intellectualized agenda While not quite populist his generative influences are instead romantic even gothic A fixture of the Paris collections for more than ten years plus seventeen uninterrupted seasons in Tokyo prior to that Takahashi s life s work confirms a maturation from self conscious artifice and rebel pastiche to a steely withering elegance all his own Hailing from Gunma Prefecture like his friend NIGO of A Bathing Ape Takahashi s long association with the undisputed king of Ura Harajuku in the early 1990s is now the stuff of local fashion lore But Takahashi would blaze an entirely different path to legend and notoriety The violent rending and hasty reassembly that characterized his early work its calculated imperfections and sutured seams have given way to collections that he himself now calls sexy and feminine UNDERCOVER is insightfully curated with fashion filled chapters devoted to Takahashi s sketches graphic work collaborations and most innovative designs to date Lavishly illustrated with more than 200 p

From architects and product designers to textile artists and digital innovators Women Design profiles a selection of the most dynamic female designers from the modern era showcasing their finest work and celebrating their enduring influence Design throughout history has been profoundly shaped and enhanced by the creativity of women as practitioners commentators educators and commissioners But in a narrative that eagerly promotes their male counterparts their contributions are all too often overlooked Women Design seeks to redress that balance delving into the lives and works of some of the most talented design minds of the 20th and 21st centuries from architects and artists to designers of all stripes Through 21 engaging profiles Women Design rediscovers and revels in the work of pioneers such as Eileen Gray Lora Lamm and Lella Vignelli while shining a spotlight on modern day trailblazers including Kazuyo Sejima Hella Jongerius and Neri Oxman Richly illustrated with beautiful archival imagery this is a rare glimpse into the working worlds of some of the most influential forces in contemporary design Detailed text from design historian Libby Sellers brings the lives and work of these fascinating women to life exploring how they overcame the challenge