Illustrated with fabulous images from Vogue&s archive Vogue The Gown is the ultimate book for fashion lovers In Vogue The Gown Jo Ellison has gathered more than 300 images & grouped them into five thematic chapters Classical Fantasy Drama Decorative & Modern The book provides an evocative celebration of almost a century of fashion history showcasing the work of photographers including Tim Walker Nick Knight David Bailey Herb Ritts Norman Parkinson Corinne Day Cecil Beaton & Horst Something about a gown&s intrinsic construction unashamed opulence & sheer feminine romance ignites in us the promise of fairy-tale adventure & unparalleled glamour The magical gowns featured here give full reign to those fantasies be they the sublime yet simple classical creations of Madame Gres the heavenly bodies sculpted by Azzedine Alaia the lean seductive lines of a Deco-inspired silhouette or huge tulle poufs fit for a princess Now available in a new format with a luxurious real cloth cover at a more pocket-friendly price of GBP30 this is essential reading for fashionistas everywhere