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Manus x machina

Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Publication details: The Met, 2016Description: 247p. ; 33cmISBN:
  • 9781588395924
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Contents:
Book I. Introduction Toiles-- Tailleur and flou-- Pleating and folding-- Lacework and leatherwork-- Embroidery, featherwork, and artificial flowers-- Glossary-- Related métiers ---- Book II. Interviews with Andrew Bolton : Sarah Burton (Alexander McQueen) -- Hussein Chalayan -- Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli (Valentino) -- Nicolas Ghesquière (Louis Vuitton) -- Iris Van Herpen -- Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough (Proenza Schouler) -- Christopher Kane -- Karl Lagerfeld (Chanel) -- Miuccia Prada -- Gareth Pugh.--
Summary: 'The catalogue that accompanies the 2016 Costume Institute exhibition 'Manus x Machina' features exceptional fashions that reconcile traditional hand techniques with innovative machine technologies such as 3-D printing, laser cutting, circular knitting, computer modeling, bonding and laminating, and ultrasonic welding. Featuring 90 astonishing pieces, ranging from Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel's iconic tweed suit to Karl Lagerfeld's 3-D-printed version, and from Yves Saint Laurent's bird-of-paradise dress to Iris van Herpen's silicone adaptation - all beautifully photographed by Nicholas Alan Cope - this fascinating book is an exploration of both the artistry and the future of fashion. Interviews with Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen; Hussein Chalayan, Maria Grazia Chiuri, and Pierpaolo Piccioli of Valentino; Nicolas Ghesquière of Louis Vuitton; Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough of Proenza Schouler; Iris van Herpen; Christopher Kane; Karl Lagerfeld of Chanel; Miuccia Prada; and Gareth Pugh enhance this expansive and absorbing book.' -- Publisher's description
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Book TBS Barcelona Libre acceso GT596 BOL (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available B04564

Book I. Introduction Toiles-- Tailleur and flou-- Pleating and folding-- Lacework and leatherwork-- Embroidery, featherwork, and artificial flowers-- Glossary-- Related métiers ---- Book II. Interviews with Andrew Bolton : Sarah Burton (Alexander McQueen) -- Hussein Chalayan -- Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli (Valentino) -- Nicolas Ghesquière (Louis Vuitton) -- Iris Van Herpen -- Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough (Proenza Schouler) -- Christopher Kane -- Karl Lagerfeld (Chanel) -- Miuccia Prada -- Gareth Pugh.--

'The catalogue that accompanies the 2016 Costume Institute exhibition 'Manus x Machina' features exceptional fashions that reconcile traditional hand techniques with innovative machine technologies such as 3-D printing, laser cutting, circular knitting, computer modeling, bonding and laminating, and ultrasonic welding. Featuring 90 astonishing pieces, ranging from Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel's iconic tweed suit to Karl Lagerfeld's 3-D-printed version, and from Yves Saint Laurent's bird-of-paradise dress to Iris van Herpen's silicone adaptation - all beautifully photographed by Nicholas Alan Cope - this fascinating book is an exploration of both the artistry and the future of fashion. Interviews with Sarah Burton of Alexander McQueen; Hussein Chalayan, Maria Grazia Chiuri, and Pierpaolo Piccioli of Valentino; Nicolas Ghesquière of Louis Vuitton; Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough of Proenza Schouler; Iris van Herpen; Christopher Kane; Karl Lagerfeld of Chanel; Miuccia Prada; and Gareth Pugh enhance this expansive and absorbing book.' -- Publisher's description

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