Balenciaga and His Legacy: Haute Couture from the Texas Fashion Collection
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  • Balenciaga and his legacy
Balenciaga and His Legacy: Haute Couture from the Texas Fashion Collection
Myra Walker
Manufacturer: Yale University Press
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ASIN: 0300121539

Book Description

Born in 1895 in a remote fishing village in Spain, Cristóbal Balenciaga learned sewing and tailoring at his mother’s knee. By 1937, the talented and persistent young man had opened his own design salon in Paris, and in the years following World War II he emerged as a designer to be reckoned with in the world of haute couture. The House of Balenciaga grew to serve an international clientele from locations in Paris, Madrid, and Barcelona, and from 1937 to its closing in 1968 created some of the most outstanding and innovative examples of French and Spanish haute couture of the era.
This beautifully illustrated book presents nearly 70 Balenciaga creations for day and evening, along with 25 hats, from the extraordinary archives of the Texas Fashion Collection of the University of North Texas. The book also includes striking fashion photographs from Vogue magazine and Harper’s Bazaar by Richard Avedon and Louise Dahl-Wolfe. A series of essays explores many aspects of the designer’s work, among them his contributions to fashion history; connections with such other prominent designers as Hubert de Givenchy and Oscar de la Renta; important relationships with Neiman Marcus and fashion buyer Bert de Winter in Dallas; and his close friend and client Claudia Heard de Osborne.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Superb!.......2007-09-02

M. Balenciaga was a master couturier so lacking today as one considers haute couture, especially, as the French houses of haute couture are virtually gone. At the time of M. Balenciaga's impact from the 1930s through 1968 when he closed his Parisian house, there were many more houses of haute couture. He, like Chanel, Christian Dior, Pierre Balmain, Mainbocher, Jacques Fath, Schiaparelli, Vionnet, and Gres to name a few, flourished as women from around the globe turned to the tradition and process of the haute couture as the pinnacle of what it meant to being well-dressed. Out of this number, the creations of M. Balenciaga stand-out. There is that certain something about his work which commands and rivets the attention. Yes, unquestionably elegant, imbued with masterful design, quality, and exacting a nobility for the wearer which she may or may not have actually possessed, but still whenever I view his creations I think to myself "more". Unlike today where being anonymous seems to be the rule of what passes for style, M. Balenciaga assured a woman would never be forgotten. This volume pays homage to that certain something and begs the question "where are the contemporary talents?" At the moment, in Paris there are only in my view, Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel and Valentino. These individuals know how to dress their haute couture clients (especially, those not wishing to dress perennially 18 years old) whereas the remaining haute couture houses present nothing but a media circus, for too long lead by that dreadful costumier posing as a couturier at Christian Dior. For the sheer pleasure of pondering something beautiful, I recommend this volume as well as Balenciaga by Marie-Andrée Jouve and Jacqueline Demornex published in 1991.

5 out of 5 stars absolutely beautiful.......2007-04-30

gorgeous pics of gorgeous clothes. this guy is my fav. when it comes to couture and this book won't disappoint. well worth the money. yeah, Dior is great too but this guy really is the 'master'

5 out of 5 stars Seminal Text on Balenciaga.......2007-01-19

My company produced the mannequins used to exhibit the couture in this fine text, so for me it was a delight, that bias aside, the forward by Givenchy is worth the cover price alone. The text my Myra Walker is insightful and the book is beautifully ilustrated. Seeing Balenciaga's illustrations along side his creations is a joy for any true fashionista. The book is a homage to Balenciaga's work, but not Balenciaga, who was a private and complicated gentleman, and who would like to remembered that way, for his work, not for himself.

5 out of 5 stars Balenciaga and his legacy.......2007-01-17

This is a fabulous book! I love the images and history. I would recommend it to anyone who has an appreciation for fashion history and photography.
Haute Couture Embroidery: The Art of Lesage
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ASIN: 0865650942

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars a feast for the eyes.......2000-03-15

Truly thorough text and photographic record of the work of the acknowledged source of the most beautiful fashion embroidery in history. Lesage has long been known for its opulent designs but some of us spring chickens have a surprise in store, and when you open this book your jaw will truly drop. Sample pieces, appliques, closeups of detail work, fringed trims, whole garments, movie stills, accessories, and designer sketches, and all of it pure inspiration for we creative types who make fashion. For sheer invention and brilliancy of design, flip through the photos and allow them to breathe color and texture into your work. If you're a fashion junkie or student, settle into a comfy chair and read the text for an in-depth look at the history of the premier embroidery firm in the world. Despite the industrial revolution and now the information age, it's all still done by hand with simple tools, and some of the examples have numbers representing the hours of work required, which will shock the faint of heart. But if you're contemplating using feathers, beads, sequins, silk ribbon, cording, floss, bullion, fine metallic threads, jewels or rhinestomes in a new and inventive way and just need a jump-start, it's in this book. The price is well worth the images (as many as 6 on a page) and it would make a nifty coffee table book as well. The perfect use, in my eyes, would be as a gift to a young girl showing a strong interest in fashion. Let her learn from the very best. For the rest of us, it will be a flight into the same world Clara discovered in the Nutcracker: pure fantasy come true. Here we can shed ratty blue jeans as well as the stifling little navy suit, and imagine ourselves covered in dazzling ornamentation. It's enough to make one want to plan a fancy dress ball for an excuse to get dressed up!

5 out of 5 stars The most beautiful book I have ever seen........1999-04-06

This is the most beautiful book I own and have ever seen, and I have many of the best in the fields of fashion and textile arts. This book covers them both. If you love couture and embroidery this is the book for you. The text is interesting and the photos are first rate. A wonderful insite into the most famous embroidery house in the world! Take note, this is not a how-to book. It is about the most creative facet of couture history - embellishment. A must have for any fashion and/or embroidery enthusiast.
Theatre de la Mode: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture
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Theatre de la Mode: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture
Edmond Charles-Roux , Herbert R. Lottman , Stanley Garfinkel , and Nadine Gasc
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ASIN: 0935278567

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Harnessing the romance of the world of fashion and high art, this fascinating story of a collection of miniature mannequins describes the birth of Théâtre de la Mode, the Theater of Fashion. Full of stars such as Robert Ricci (Nina Ricci's son), filmmaker Jean Cocteau, and other members of the 1944 haute couture industry, the story follows 237 miniature fashion dolls through their epic tour of Europe and North America, bringing fashion, elegance, and beauty into a war-torn world. Also included are new color photographs of the mannequins, the reconstructed sets, and close-up details of clothing so sewers, designers, and fashion mavens can appreciate the creativity of Paris designers at the end of World War II.

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5 out of 5 stars Saw them in person...........2007-04-16

I went to the museum that owns this collection... the Maryhill Museum of Art in Washington State (About 2 hours outside Portland, OR). The photos don't do these creations justice I must say. The details on such a tiny scale are truely amazing! I've been meaning to get this book, its been on my wish list forever. I ended up getting it at the museum for full price, but it was worth it!

5 out of 5 stars Exquisite reproduction of 1940's fashions.......2007-04-12

I saw an article about these dolls, that had a few tantalizing photos. I am so glad I found this catalog of the show. The fashions are presented on 29" dolls, in a theater setting, and there are so many of them, I have to keep going back to look again. The story behind their creation is equally interesting.

3 out of 5 stars Great book, but the pictures aren't so hot..........2004-05-18

The color and lighting in most of the photographs is poor...I understand this is an 'art' book, but when I am looking for a specific design, if the picture is going to be no bigger than a business card, I would hope it would at least be a straight on shot done in good lighting. If you want that, this is NOT the book for you...check it out from the library, at least then your disappointment won't cost you 20 bucks.

5 out of 5 stars An Absolute Must-Own.......2004-01-06

Whatever your interest that led you to this book, you must purchase it. You'll find yourself studying this book from cover to cover, over and over. The little dolls and their story are mesmerizing.

5 out of 5 stars from a British vintage fashion lover.......2002-11-26

I,m absolutely delighted to see this book back in print as I ,ve been searching for itf for years. The enlarged photos give an even better view of the detail and workmanship in these tiny garments. IIt,s a lovely symbol of postwar renewal and optimism to be treasured always.
Great Fashion Designs of the Forties Paper Dolls in Full Color: 32 Haute Couture Costumes by Hattie Carnegie, Adrian, Dior and Others (Paper Dolls)
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  • Fabulous Forties
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Great Fashion Designs of the Forties Paper Dolls in Full Color: 32 Haute Couture Costumes by Hattie Carnegie, Adrian, Dior and Others (Paper Dolls)
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ASIN: 0486253864

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2 dolls plus 32 classic costumes by Lanvin, Norell, Schiaparelli, other legends.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Fabulous Forties.......2005-04-11

The forties were fascinating years in the history of fashion, and Tom Tierney has captured them beautifully with this book. The abrupt change from wartime to the New Look is well depicted.
I especially loved the inclusion of the WAC and Navy Nurse Corps uniforms.
My reason for not rating this book a full 5 stars is that the 3 outfits by Dior have been inaccurately drawn (I'm a huge Dior fan, so I am familiar with photos of his designs). Also, Dior introduced the layered tulle ballgown in the spring 1947 collection, a design that had a huge impact on evening wear for the following decade, yet this type of gown is not included in this work.

4 out of 5 stars Beautiful renderings of couture fashions.......1998-08-24

I love all of Tom Tierney's fashion paperdolls. The paperdoll models are great and the clothes are beautifully illustrated.This book covers examples of 40's day/evening wear. The movie star books-like Garbo and Crawford- feature costumes. I look for the costumes when I watch the old movies. There are some changes, but you know the outfits when they appear on screen! Each costume/fashion has the designer and year listed with it. I have most of his paperdoll books and made a costume from the Carmen Miranda book!!
Great Fashion Designs of the Thirties Paper Dolls in Full Color: 32 Haute Couture Costumes by Schiaparelli, Molyneux, Mainbocher, and Others
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Thirties
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Great Fashion Designs of the Thirties Paper Dolls in Full Color: 32 Haute Couture Costumes by Schiaparelli, Molyneux, Mainbocher, and Others
Tom Tierney
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ASIN: 0486247244

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2 dolls and 32 carefully authenticated costumes recreate the haute couture of the thirties. Fashions by Schiaparelli, Lanvin, Chanel, Molyneux, 13 others. Full color. Captions. Introduction.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Thirties.......2005-04-15

The sophistication and elegance of the 1930-s is wonderfully expressed by Tom Tierney's work. The dolls and costumes are drawn in great detail. One can see the change in style from flowing, soft gowns of the early thirties to the sharper tailoring and increasing extravagance of the late thirties.
Mr Tierney has intentionally drawn the dolls to resemble Gloria Swanson and Joan Crawford (with blonde hair?), which was a great idea as it lends more authenticity to the look of the dolls. However, Gloria Swanson's popularity was already on descent by this time, so I think that another star would have been more suitable to represent the early thirties.

4 out of 5 stars Fun Pictures.......2000-09-19

This book is full of fun and fashionable outfits from the 1930's. They are great to see and gives an exceptional view into top fashions of that era.
The Art of Haute Couture
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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  • art of fashion
  • Skrebneski's talent as a premier fashion photographer shines
  • very good, a must for all lovers of fashion
The Art of Haute Couture
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ASIN: 0789200228

Customer Reviews:

3 out of 5 stars Disappointment.......2005-05-07

This book was disappointing for me. Most of the pictures are limited to designs from the years 1987-1995 - a fairly limited scope for a book with such a grand title. The photos are not all that great - their style is typical and safe, and becomes quite repetitive throughout the book. The cover photo is by far the best. After some introductory history which would be informative for a fashion novice, the text tries to be a poetic description and explanation of the picture - OUCH! Despite the disappointment, there are some very nice designs, which are shown in detail.

5 out of 5 stars art of fashion.......1999-12-27

this is the most inspiring book. i love the beautiful designs, and this is a wonderful way to bring art into your home.

5 out of 5 stars Skrebneski's talent as a premier fashion photographer shines.......1999-07-28

Skrebneski brings the passion in these gowns worn by models to life in his dramatically light photographs.

The gowns of Sardian, John Anthony, Cristobal Balenciaga, Pierre Balmain, Erik Mortensen, Geoffery Beene, Chanel, Lagerfeld, Dior, Gerre, Feraud, Galanos, De Givenchy (his source of inspiration throught out his career) Charles James, Lacroix, Lanvin, Montana, Laroche Norell, Poiret, Erte, Ricci, Gerard Pipart, Saint Laurent, Arnold Scaasi, Scherrer, Schiaparelli, Ungaro, Valentino, Philippe Venet, Versace, Mdme. Vionnet and Vera Wang are photographed in the most dramatic sense. The detail of couture is fully illustrated.

This book is an inspiration to all who are interested in fashion design.

5 out of 5 stars very good, a must for all lovers of fashion.......1998-03-22

Pages are opened to reveal an almost disturbing beauty in the photographs by Victor Skrebneski of the world's greatest clothes. The book, The Art of Haute Couture, blurs the line between fashion and art until there is no distinction. Emphasis falls on various designers - arguably the best of our time - such as Givenchy and Chanel. In the photographs a portrayal of a beautiful, sophesticated and unreal type of life seems to unfold in the simple photography of beautiful clothes. Truly glamorous, this in a rare find for a lover of fashion, a must for someone who considers couture masterpieces, and designers such as Yves Saint Laurent and Versace nothing less than geniuses of art.
Great Fashion Designs of the Fifties Paper Dolls in Full Color: 30 Haute Couture Costumes by Dior, Balenciaga and Others
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Designs of a Decade
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2 lifelike paper dolls and 30 haute couture outfits by Chanel, Paquin, Jacques Heim, Mainbocher, Pauline Trigere, Givenchy, Cardin, Norell, other greats. Full Color. Publisher's Note. Captions.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Designs of a Decade.......2005-04-11

This is one of my favorite Tom Tierney paper doll books. The dolls look as if they've stepped straight from a 1950-s magazine, and the outfits are beautifully drawn. The detail is especially lovely on the lace gowns and the colors throughout are superb.
The outfits chosen for the book are a great summary of the wardrobe of an elegant, wealthy woman of the fifties. The only items which should have been included but weren't are bathing suits and draped evening dresses.
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  • Fashions of the Sixties
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ASIN: 0486268977

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Bold bright colors, miniskirts, a "see-through" dress, an innovative pants suit and "kooky" accessories typify wardrobes of 2 dolls in this extensively researched and painstakingly rendered collection. Spectacular apparel by Mary Quant, Paco Rabanne, Oscar de la Renta, and others. Introduction and notes. Captions. 16 plates.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Fashions of the Sixties.......2005-04-16

This is an interesting review of the fashions of the sixties. The designs are beautifully drawn and the colors are vivid.
While I like the book, I don't think the costumes selected truly reflect the mood of the decade. There are too many "doll-like" outfits ( ruffles, flowers, etc), and not enough focus on the revolutionary changes in fashion during the period. The last plate representing the end of the decade does not give the sense of the ethnic influence on the late sixties which followed on to the seventies.
The dolls themselves are gorgeous, with one looking like an East Coast sophisticate while the other looks like a Californian beach baby.
New Look to Now: French Haute Couture
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    New Look to Now: French Haute Couture
    Stephen de Pietri and Melissa Leventon , and Rizzoli
    Manufacturer: Fine Arts Museum Of San Francisco
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    ASIN: 0847811395
    Release Date: 1989-07-15
    Zat Cat! A Haute Couture Tail
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • Adorable with a capital A
    • Zat Wonderful Cat!
    • C'est Magnifique.....
    • C'est Magnifique.....
    • Wowie Zowie!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!
    Zat Cat! A Haute Couture Tail

    Manufacturer: Scholastic Press
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    Binding: Hardcover

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    ASIN: 0439273161

    Book Description

    This is the tail of a scruffy stray cat tossed into a world where he knew not of hats, nor frilly pink dresses, nor fanciful tresses. He became quite a star in the wink of an eye. Who would've thought he could climb so high? Now ladies are screaming and clamoring to see Monsieur Etoile -- La Rage de Paree!This winsome picture book-cum-fashion extravaganza has a jaunty rhyming text, effervescent candy-colored illustrations, and fun "faux french." Readers of all ages will clamor for more -- in fashionable French accents, of course!

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    5 out of 5 stars Adorable with a capital A.......2004-02-28

    What a sweet book! Great for cat or fashion lovers or any little princess. Feline fun with French flair! I just love the illustrations.

    5 out of 5 stars Zat Wonderful Cat!.......2002-12-31

    This book is a delight! It is an entertaining tale of a stray cat who owns the town of Paris. The cat gets into mischief when he jumps into a window of a building and tears dresses (for a fasion show) to pieces. However, the ripped pieces are a succes and the "Rage de Paris!" This book is wonderful! It combines French words into the story and is a neat tool for those who want a little culture in their children's books. I reccommend it to anyone!

    5 out of 5 stars C'est Magnifique............2002-06-19

    "He was born a fine cat in the heart of Paree, the youngest of six in his petite family. But his mischievous ways led him astray. Now he roams about town, down the Champs Elysees, and when the mood strikes him, he dines au cafe..." Oh Zat Cat! He owns Paris, from the Louvre, to Jardin Luxembourg. And when he ventures into Le Grand Salon du Grand Couturier, Monsieur Pierre, an unexpected mishap creates havoc, and poor Monsieur's entire collection is completely ruined. "Before he can even meow or blink, he's whisked off his feet by a sash in pink! He flies through the air, clawing hats and hair. Ball gowns of satin are shredded to bits. Laces and ribbons totally ripped..." But the show must go on, and as the disheveled models in ripped dresses take to the runway..."Whispers of wonder turn to roars of delight, as our four-legged friend struts into the light. So original, exotic, and free. These ingenious designs C'est la "Rage" de Paree!" Chesley McLaren's lively, rhyming text is rich in clever wordplay, both French and English, energy, and puns, and includes phonetic help and translations tucked quietly at the bottom of each page. But it's Ms McLaren's marvelously vibrant, busy, and innovative artwork, swirling boldly around the pages, that really makes this picture book sparkle. Together word and art create an engaging feast for both the ears and eyes that begs to be read aloud and shared. Perfect for youngsters 4-8, Zat Cat! is a masterpiece of humor and wit, and one of the new, stand-out children's books of 2002 that shouldn't be missed.

    5 out of 5 stars C'est Magnifique............2002-06-19

    "He was born a fine cat in the heart of Paree, the youngest of six in his petite family. But his mischievous ways led him astray. Now he roams about town, down the Champs Elysees, and when the mood strikes him, he dines au cafe..." Oh Zat Cat! He owns Paris, from the Louvre, to Jardin Luxembourg. And when he ventures into Le Grand Salon du Grand Couturier, Monsieur Pierre, an unexpected mishap creates havoc, and poor Monsieur's entire collection is completely ruined. "Before he can even meow or blink, he's whisked off his feet by a sash in pink! He flies through the air, clawing hats and hair. Ball gowns of satin are shredded to bits. Laces and ribbons totally ripped..." But the show must go on, and as the disheveled models in ripped dresses take to the runway..."Whispers of wonder turn to roars of delight, as our four-legged friend struts into the light. So original, exotic, and free. These ingenious designs C'est la "Rage" de Paree!" Chesley McLaren's lively, rhyming text is rich in clever wordplay, both French and English, energy, and puns, and includes phonetic help and translations tucked quietly at the bottom of each page. But it's Ms McLaren's marvelously vibrant, busy, and innovative artwork, swirling boldly around the pages, that really makes this picture book sparkle. Together word and art create an engaging feast for both the ears and eyes that begs to be read aloud and shared. Perfect for youngsters 4-8, Zat Cat! is a masterpiece of humor and wit, and one of the new, stand-out children's books of 2002 that shouldn't be missed.

    5 out of 5 stars Wowie Zowie!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!.......2002-05-20

    I happen to know the amazing author/artist of "Zat Cat" & I just wanna say:"Way ta go, Chesley!!!!!"

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