Nevyhovuje vám konfekční šatník? Oblečení v obchodech není zcela podle vašich představ? Vaše tvůrčí duše touží po originalitě a dokonale padnoucím střihu? Tak právě pro vás je tato kniha určena! Držíte v rukou klíč ke konstruování vlastních oděvních střihů. Přátelským způsobem jsou zde shrnuty základní střihy dámského oblečení včetně návodu, jak střihy na míru sestrojit, upravit a dále podle potřeby

Yves Saint Laurent (1936 - 2008) is credited with reviving French haute couture in the 1960s, with making ready-to-wear reputable, and with using non-European cultural references. In addition to the kaleidoscope of images in this book, a coterie of tastemakers have supplied listings that encompass YSL s style inspirations (C is for Costumes, as exemplified by the Russian theme of the famed autumn-winter

For the first time, eight collectable, pocket-sized fashion books in one set. Containing the stories of eight legendary fashion houses, this beautiful box holds the best-selling fashion style guides. Exploring eight designers who exemplify elegance and high couture, the little books of fashion follow these brands from their creation, moving through their style evolutions, the key looks that define

Produced with the Yves Saint Laurent museums in Paris and Marrakech, this book examines how flowers served as the designer’s muse throughout his life and work. Yves Saint Laurent’s passion for flowers and gardens was the source of endless inspiration. From a thousand and one rose buds to sprigs of lily of the valley, from an avalanche of bougainvillea to delicate poppy blooms, and from sheaves of wheat

Vintage Details is a stunning collection of over 550 beautifully photographed details from previously unseen 20th-century vintage clothing. The images are arranged by detail: necklines; collars; sleeves; cuffs; pockets; fastenings and buttonholes; hems, darts, stitching and fitting devices; pleats, frills and flounces; embellishment; surface texture and print. Inner construction shots will also be

The projects in this book convey the ingenuity and skill of architects and designers who create interesting but smaller-sized living environments. These spaces suggest urban lifestyles which, while not typical, seek to maintain basic standards of quality and comfort. The designs of these environments are the result of a search for superior functional flexibility that makes the most of every inch of

This accessible handbook from design guru Rob Forbes uncovers the beauty in the commonplace and reveals how visual thinking can enrich our lives. In friendly text complemented by photographs taken on his travels around the world, Forbes explains how to appreciate the design elements that surround us in the built environment. Linking broad concepts such as composition and materiality to quotidian details

Designers and students and even top creatives can find in this book fresh trends, inspiring content and new sources of inspiration in the world of typography. The World’s Best Typography: The Yearbook of the Type Directors Club of NY (published for the first time 1980) is a bible of inspiration for typography practitioners and enthusiasts. Within its pages, top creatives as well as publishers and students

What Men Wear is an oral history of male dressing in the 21st century from the makers of Fantastic Man. Three years ago the biannual style magazine set out to investigate the ins and outs of men’s wardrobe habits through an online series of interviews named Questionnaire. First question: What garment is key to your personal style? From there, a riveting series of insightful testimonials, often hilarious

The first monograph from LAYER, one of the world\'s most sought-after design studios, and its founder Benjamin Hubert, providing a candid and insightful account of how to make it in the highly competitive design industry Since launching in 2015, London-based design studio LAYER has grown to become a global presence in the industry, with high-profile clients such as Vitra, Braun, Nike, Bang & Olufsen,

Package design is one of the most dynamic and fast-evolving fields of design today. Featuring over 600 creations from more than 35 countries, this compact edition celebrates extraordinary work from the global packaging design community. Showcasing the winners of the Pentawards from the past decade, the world’s leading packaging design competition. All Wrapped Up An international guide to award winning

Roots and Wings explores the life and work of Peter Schreyer, one of the most influential car designers of our time. A Renaissance man with an eye for detail and foresight for innovation, he geared himself toward success. Responsible for the births of some of the 20th-century\'s most iconic cars, his industry experience brought instant classics to the road. From humble beginnings in Germany\'s divided

Marks of Excellence : The History and Taxonomy of Trademarks

Founded in 1780 in Paris, Chaumet quickly made history by becoming the official jeweller to Empress Josephine, soon turning the house into the most sought-after jeweller in Europe with a loyal and prestigious clientele, from empresses and queens to Maharajas. Tiaras, as social symbols and fashion accessories, are Chaumet\'s speciality and were particularly sought after throughout the centuries - from

The New Big Book of Layouts showcases the most creative layout ideas from around the world, all handpicked by two of the design world’s most innovative and authoritative figures: Katie Jain, co-founder of Hatch Design (selected by Graphis as one of the “Top 45 Branding Agencies in the World”) and Erin Mays, award-winning publication designer and founder of Em Dash LLC. In the tradition of David E.

Showcases the best in current exhibition stand design—dozens of examples.Dozens of photos, plans, and construction details provide practical planning information.Exhibition stands are the face a company presents to many of its most important clients and would-be clients. Outstanding Stands showcases the most thought-provoking and innovative temporary stands from around the world. Every stand featured

Radical. Visionary. Poetic. Inside Utopia shows the future of living that architects and designers have envisioned. Spectacular and reflective, unpretentious and efficient: the breathtaking Elrod House by John Lautner; the Lagerfeld Apartment near Cannes that seems like a set from a science fiction film; Palais Bulles in France with its organic and unique architecture. These interiors welcome habitation

For The Love of Letters A history of fonts and graphic styles from 1628 to 1938 This comprehensive book offers a thorough overview of typeface design from 1628 to the mid-20th century. Derived from a distinguished Dutch collection, a series of exquisitely designed catalogues trace the evolution of the printed letter via specimens in roman, italic, bold, semibold, narrow, and broad fonts. Borders, ornaments,

In Perfect French Country Ros Byam Shaw celebrates relaxed rural France at its finest, visiting timeless and beautiful French country homes that feature ancient beams and stone fireplaces, panelled rooms and attics under steeply-pitched pantiles. In a busy modern world that seems increasingly overcrowded and monopolized by technology, the allure of the \'good life\' is more potent than ever. As an

Shoes fascinate women of all ages and have the power to crystallize a moment in fashion. In Vogue: The Shoe, Harriet Quick has curated more than 300 fabulous images from a century of British Vogue, featuring remarkable styles that range from the humble clog to exquisite hand-embroidered haute couture stilettoes via fetishistic cuissardes and outrageous statement heels. The images are grouped into five