Step into a world of timeless elegance with The Golden Age of Couture: Paris and London 1947–57, edited by Claire Wilcox. Published by V&A Publishing in conjunction with the landmark exhibition, this stunning large-format softcover is a celebration of post-war couture’s most iconic era.
Featuring essays and photography that delve into the glamour, craftsmanship, and cultural significance of designers like Christian Dior, Balenciaga, and Balmain, this edition covers the golden decade that redefined fashion history in both Paris and London.
Includes contributions from leading curators and historians, richly illustrated with archival imagery, fashion photography, and original sketches. A must-have volume for collectors, historians, fashion students, and lovers of vintage style.
Title: The Golden Age of Couture: Paris and London 1947–1957
Editor: Claire Wilcox
Publisher: V&A Publishing
Format: Large Softcover
Pages: Approx. 224
ISBN: 9781851775217
Printed: Singapore by C.S. Graphics
Published: 2007, This Edition 2008
Dimensions: Approx. 29 x 24.5 cm
Contents include essays on Dior, Balenciaga, Cecil Beaton, textile manufacturing, couture embroidery, and more.