The Art of Couture Embroidery

The Secrets of Runway Design

Jessica Pile & Robert Ossant

Description

Dive into the fascinating world of fashion embroidery, with practical tricks and techniques, and examples of some of the most iconic designs from the catwalk.

With a focus on the most influential designers and couture and catwalk pieces from the last four decades, The Art of Couture Embroidery unravels the intricate relationship between high fashion garment construction and the embroidery that makes it sing.

Written by established embroidery expert Jessica Pile and art and fashion historian Robert Ossant, this beautifully presented book is perfect for embroiderers of all levels, from hobbyists to students and professionals. Looking at the finest embroidery used in high fashion, this book reveals the inside story of each leading designer, the history of the design house and the untold stories of their most groundbreaking collections. In each chapter, dedicated to a different leading designer or design house, the authors consider a single outstanding and iconic embroidered garment, showing you how to apply the same techniques in your own designs.

Details

  • Format
    Hardback
  • Pages
    144
  • Size
    250 x 250mm
  • Publisher
    Batsford
  • ISBN
    9781849949682
Stock Code
250375
Our Price
$59.99
8 in stock for immediate dispatch
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