Balenciaga. Shaping Fashion | Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion

Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion

Lesley Ellis Miller, 2017

Overview

Cristobal Balenciaga (1895-1972) is celebrated as an enigmatic and revered fashion designer. This book showcases his exceptional tailoring, sculptural silhouettes, and masterful use of textiles and color. His designs, favored by glamorous clients like Grace Kelly and Jackie Kennedy, were known for their wearability and flattering fit, maintaining Balenciaga's reputation for quality.

Who it's for

• Fashion enthusiasts interested in haute couture.
• Students of fashion design and history.
• Readers interested in 20th-century style icons.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 192
• Publisher: V & A Publishing
• ISBN: 9781851779031
• Year: 2017