Chanel: The Making of a Collection

ISBN: 1419740083

Author: Cenac, Laetitia

Condition: Used

Fashion journalist Laetitia Cnacexplores the history, culture, and design process of the famed fashion house Chanel, gorgeously illustrated by Jean-Philippe Delhomme.Foreword by Karl LagerfieldChanel: The Making of a Collection traces the design process of the world-renowned fashion house, revealing how a collection is created. Moving from the studio to the fashion show, Laetitia Cnac had unprecedented access to explore a world that is usually carefully guarded from the public eye. With hundreds of beautifully rendered fashion illustrations from acclaimed artist Jean-Philippe Delhomme, Karl Lagerfelds approach to design is brought to life, as are the talents of the masterfully skilled artisans-the embroiderers, flower makers, shoemakers, hatmakers, and more-who specialize in everything from buttons and leather to lace, silk, and cashmere.Delving into the history and culture of the brand, while also detailing contemporary collections, Chanel: The Making of a Collection is a richly visual insiders look at the enduring creative legacy of this haute couture icon.