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I dont do fashion I am fashion". (Coco Chanel). " When I think my hair needs a bit of help I just glue another bit on to my head". (Daphne Guinness). " Yes some people say to me Youre too skinny but never a skinny person says that to me only people who could lose a few pounds say that". (Karl Lagerfeld). Funny outrageous & damn right rude " Fashion Bites" is a must-have for fashionistas yummy mummies & anyone who can spot the high street from the Hermes. From Karl to Coco to Kate Moss Isabella Blow & more this witty collection is beautifully illustrated politically incorrect & bursting with classic"es from some of fashions most stupendous egos. With luxurious full-colour illustrations " Fashion Bites" will entertain thinspire & is the perfect gift for fashionable friends." ...
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The Fashion Design Directory" is the ultimate guide to whos who in the world of fashion design. Fully illustrated it presents 125 of the key design practitioners from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day the people & companies who have shaped the world of fashion & those who define the modern perception of style. It features established designers such as Valentino charts the evolution of long-standing couture houses such as Chanel & signals the success of rising stars including Christopher Kane & Rodarte. " The Fashion Design Directory" is unique in offering an expert & insightful overview of each protagonist alongside full colour images showcasing past & present collections. Dipping into the pages of this stylish & luxurious book will transport readers into a world of beauty creativity eccentricity elegance sophistication & captivating catwalk glamour." ...
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Fashion Design

Fashion Design: The Complete Guide is a modern and stylish introduction to working within the fashion industry today. Catwalk images show the latest trends and contributions from industry professionals span centres of fashion across London Paris and New York. A fabulous selection of images and plenty of suggestions of further resources make this a useful and exciting springboard into a successful career in fashion. This behind-the-scenes guide to the study of fashion is for current and aspiring designers fashion lovers and students. It provides an all-inclusive overview of the entire design process covering the history of fashion fashion illustration colour and fabrics the journey from concept to finished garment research processes presenting a collection and professional practice. It is
generously illustrated throughout with images from famous designers includes promising graduate work and showcases original artwork from a variety of studios. The new essential text for aspiring fashion designers Fashion Design: The Complete Guide is filled with practical advice at every stage including help with portfolios personal promotion and career opportunities. With an attractive and colourful layout every chapter also includes interviews discussion questions activities and further reading. The book is illustrated with beautiful examples of work from both established and up-and-coming designers including Alexander McQueen Viktor & Rolf Jean-Paul Gaultier Christian Dior Anna Sui Jonathan Saunders Mary Katrantzou and Elie Saab and pictures of style icons such as Tilda Swinton and
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    Fashion Design: The Complete Guide is a modern & stylish introduction to working within the fashion industry today. Catwalk images show the latest trends & contributions from industry professionals span centres of fashion across London Paris & New York. A fabulous selection of images & plenty of suggestions of further resources make this a useful & exciting springboard into a successful career in fashion. This behind-the-scenes guide to the study of fashion is for current & aspiring designers fashion lovers & students. It provides an all-inclusive overview of the entire design process covering the history of fashion fashion illustration colour & fabrics the journey from concept to finished garment research processes presenting a collection & professional practice. It is generously illustrated throughout with images from famous designers

    Includes::     promising graduate work & showcases original artwork from a variety of studios. The new essential text for aspiring fashion designers Fashion Design: The Complete Guide is filled with practical advice at every stage including help with portfolios personal promotion & career opportunities. With an attractive & colourful layout every chapter also

    Includes::     interviews discussion questions activities & further reading. The book is illustrated with beautiful examples of work from both established & up-&-coming designers including Alexander Mc Queen Viktor & Rolf Jean-Paul Gaultier Christian Dior Anna Sui Jonathan Saunders Mary Katrantzou & Elie Saab & pictures of style icons such as Tilda Swinton & Gwen Stefani.

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