Little book of Givenchy : the story of the iconic fashion house
Homer, Karen
Little book of Givenchy : the story of the iconic fashion house Givenchy / Karen Homer. - London : Welbeck Publishing, 2023. - 160 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 18 cm. - Little books of fashion .
Includes index.
Introduction — Early years — The house of Givenchy — The ultimate muse — Expanding the house — The rich and famous — A new generation — Fashion in a multimedia world.
Ever since Audrey Hepburn stood outside Tiffany's, croissant in hand, Givenchy has been the last word in elegant couture. The clean, sweeping lines and classic, feminine silhouettes have enthralled women from the Duchess of Sussex to Kendall Jenner, all of whom adore the romanticism and sophistication of a Givenchy ensemble. More sculptor than designer, Hubert de Givenchy created a house that is utterly timeless. This exquisitely illustrated volume explores the story behind the brand, from its creation in 1952 to its current leadership and designs. Through a carefully curated collection of finished designs, close-up details and key moments, this book shines a light on the dazzling world of Givenchy.
9781780972770
Givenchy, Hubert de 1927-2018
Givenchy (Firm : Paris, France)--History
Fashion design--History--France --Paris--20th century
Fashion design--History--France--Paris --21st century
Fashion designers--France
Paris (France)
Biographies
History--Firm
TT505.G5 / H66 2023
Little book of Givenchy : the story of the iconic fashion house Givenchy / Karen Homer. - London : Welbeck Publishing, 2023. - 160 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 18 cm. - Little books of fashion .
Includes index.
Introduction — Early years — The house of Givenchy — The ultimate muse — Expanding the house — The rich and famous — A new generation — Fashion in a multimedia world.
Ever since Audrey Hepburn stood outside Tiffany's, croissant in hand, Givenchy has been the last word in elegant couture. The clean, sweeping lines and classic, feminine silhouettes have enthralled women from the Duchess of Sussex to Kendall Jenner, all of whom adore the romanticism and sophistication of a Givenchy ensemble. More sculptor than designer, Hubert de Givenchy created a house that is utterly timeless. This exquisitely illustrated volume explores the story behind the brand, from its creation in 1952 to its current leadership and designs. Through a carefully curated collection of finished designs, close-up details and key moments, this book shines a light on the dazzling world of Givenchy.
9781780972770
Givenchy, Hubert de 1927-2018
Givenchy (Firm : Paris, France)--History
Fashion design--History--France --Paris--20th century
Fashion design--History--France--Paris --21st century
Fashion designers--France
Paris (France)
Biographies
History--Firm
TT505.G5 / H66 2023
