Theatre de La Mode: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture by Edmonde Char

Description: Theatre de La Mode: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture by Edmonde Charles-Roux, Herbert R. Lottman Harnessing the romance of the world of fashion and high art, this fascinating story of a collection of miniature mannequins describes the birth of Theatre de la Mode, the Theater of Fashion. Full of stars such as Robert Ricci (Nina Riccis 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 colour 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. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Harnessing the romance of the world of fashion and high art, this fascinating story of a collection of miniature mannequins describes the birth of Theatre de la Mode, the Theater of Fashion. Full of stars such as Robert Ricci (Nina Riccis 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 colour 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. Author Biography Edmonde Charles-Roux et al Review "The history is fascinating reading, but the illustrations are the most captivating part of the book..." -- Galatea Magazine, Autumn 2003. Review Quote "The history is fascinating reading, but the illustrations are the most captivating part of the book..." -- Galatea Magazine, Autumn 2003. Details ISBN0935278567 Author Herbert R. Lottman Short Title THEATRE DE LA MODE REV/E 2 Publisher Palmer/Pletsch Publishing Edition Description Revised Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0935278567 ISBN-13 9780935278569 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 391.009 Illustrations Yes Year 2002 Publication Date 2002-09-30 Imprint Palmer-Pletsch Associates Place of Publication Portland, OR Country of Publication United States Pages 192 Subtitle Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture DOI 10.1604/9780935278569 Audience General/Trade AU Release Date 2002-12-08 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136603706;

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