Carl, Alexandra
Collecting Fashion
- ISBN 13:
- 9780847831371
- author:
- Carl, Alexandra
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Rizzoli International Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 34.8 x 26 x 3.8 centimetres (2.1
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Fashion,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
A comprehensive survey of the most important archival collections in fashion, showcasing the personal archives of leading designers and their contributions to the industry. For those passionate about fashion, their own archive serves as a testament to preservation and refined taste. Building an archive takes time, with rare items sourced from online marketplaces and vintage sales. The result is a remarkable representation of fashion history. This book gathers the preeminent collections of fashion and design talent, featuring notable archives such as Comme des Garçon, sneaker and t-shirt collections, Helmut Lang, and more. With over 300 pages, it showcases top-tier labels and hard-to-obtain seasons, serving as an indispensable reference for those interested in fashion history and building their own archive.