Alaia Afore Alaia

Alaia Afore Alaia
Laurence Benaim, Olivier Saillard
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NZ$ 250.00
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NZ$ 200.00
Hardback
h290 x 235mm - 340pg
4 Oct 2022 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9780847871124
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Azzedine Alaia (1935-2017) was regarded as a contemporary fashion genius. Edited by his close friend, Carla Sozzani, and life partner, Christoph von Weyhe, this new volume presents an unprecedented view into Alaia' s early life and career, from his native Tunisia and 1956 arrival in Paris, to his breakthrough 1982 New York show. From apprenticeships to encounters with Paris' s creative and society crowds, this book pays homage to Alaia' s evolution. Chronological chapters depict a designer devoted to his work while enjoying friendships with such individuals as Arletty, Orson Welles, Claudette Colbert, Jean Cocteau, Louise de Vilmorin, and Andre Malraux. Quotes by Alaia accompany gorgeous photographs of iconic dresses and lesser-known designs, providing captivating stories behind the inspirations for his creations, while interviews share intimate anecdotes from Serge Lutens, Thierry Mugler, Carlyne Cerf, and more. Accompanying an exhibition at the Azzedine Alaia Foundation, this unique publication delves into rare archival materials, private photographs, and prominent publications to powerfully illustrate the fascinating journey of a fashion legend.
"Most anticipated books of 2022: "This intimate peek into designer Azzedine Alaia' s early life and career was edited and assembled by his life partner, Christoph von Weyhe, and close friend Carla Sozzani. The book covers Alaia' s beginnings in his native Tunisia, to his 1956 arrival in Paris and breakthrough 1982 New York show-plus everything in between. " -W MAGAZINE
Laurence Benaim is the author of Women in Dior: Portraits of Elegance and Yves Saint Laurent: A Biography. She created the style supplement for Le Monde and has contributed to Vogue and Marie Claire. Olivier Saillard is a French historian specialising in fashion and is the director of the Azzedine Alaia Foundation. Carla Sozzani cofounded the Azzedine Alaia Foundation and is its president. Christoph von Weyhe was Azzedine Alaia' s lifetime partner. He cofounded the Azzedine Alaia Foundation and is its honorary president.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9780847871124
Published: 4 Oct 2022
Published In: United States
Imprint: Rizzoli International Publications
Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications
Format: Hardback
Height: 290mm
Width: 235mm
Pages: 340

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