Golden Age of Couture. Paris and London, 1947-1957
Details:
- Author(s) Wilcox, Claire (ed)
- Publication type Monograph
- Year published 2007
- Pages 224pp; illus
- Publisher V&A Publishing
- Place Published London
Topics:
- Name Comparative international studies
Countries:
- France
Library:
- Name British Library
- City London
- County Greater London
- Country England
- Postcode NW1 2DB
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Notes:
Published to accompany an exhibition. Draws comparisons between Paris and London in a 'momentous decade in fashion history'. Comprises nine essays which include: Amy de la Haye, 'Material evidence - London couture, 1947-57' [pp89-112]; Lesley Ellis Miller, 'Perfect harmony - textile manufacturers and haute couture, 1947-57' [pp113-38]; Hugo Vickers, 'Cecil Beaton and his anthology of fashion' [pp157-74]