Slegendary yarns, unforgettable models, brilliant stylists, epochal characters, unmissable films. The new ones books that tell the story fashion they are the gift we all want under the tree in 2023.
Books on fashion, the cool gift for Christmas 2023
Whether they are in Italian or English, they always fascinate us with theirs photos and the illustrations of yesteryear. In any case, the fashion-themed publications they are a mine of anecdotes, insights, inspirations. To dress (and live) better, and to understand the intrinsic value of clothes and accessories. Without forgetting the fact that a quality volume with an artist’s cover is also a fantastic furnishing object, to keep in plain sight when receiving guests.
The new fashion readings from Givenchy to Acne Studios
Among the seasonal novelties perfect as gifts to fashion addicts, but also to curious people and enthusiasts of the creative universe, it stands out Givenchy Fashion shows, all collections by Alexandre Samson & Anders Christian Madsen published by The Hippocampus. An overview of the maison’s haute couture and ready-to-wear collections starting from the maison’s debut in 1952 until today. In a rich portfolio anthology, with 1,200 original photographic shots portraying the 180 collections created so far.
A photo dated 1953 from the book Givenchy Sfilate published by L’Ippocampo.
The Swedish fashion house Acne Studios instead he prints a tribute to one of his most representative historical collaborators, Magnus Carlsson. That is, the person who has taken care of the showroom environment and the headquarters in Stockholm at number 13 Floragatan since 2008.
An image from the book My Friend Magnus by Acne Studios.
The 200 images of the book wanted by the creative director of Acne Studios Jonny Johansson, show a long series of outfits unrepeatable. In an extraordinary and hyper-modern mix of brands, silhouettes and colors that outline a simply cult style.
The characters who have made (or are making) history
An unmissable read for those interested in the world of retailing, but also in the economy and new developments in the fashion system, is The adventures of an innovator. Written by Federico Marchetti, founder of Yoox and now consultant to King Charles III, is an autobiographical book that concentrates passion and tenacity, commitment and fun, mistakes and successes, sharing and sustainability. A long Italian fairy tale, perfect in view of the good intentions of the beginning of 2024, which among others boasts the preface by Giorgio Armani.
The cover of “The adventures of an innovator” by Federico Marchetti.
Another unmissable monograph recently released is CBK: Caroline Bessette Kennedy – A life in fashion (English text, publisher Abrams Books) dedicated to John John Kennedy’s wife. One of the greatest style icons of the 90s, as well as one of the greatest references of the new bon ton.
A long overview of 216 pages with over 100 examples of jewelscreated over the years by Pharrell Williams in collaboration with the most prestigious fashion houses. A dive into the universe of cool luxury, between hip hop evocations, hype culture and couture references. An essential manual for understanding one of the key figures in contemporary fashion.
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