Coco Chanel :The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon
Coco Chanel :The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon
hardback
Published:
1 October, 2015
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Description
Coco Chanel: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon is an illustrated biography of Coco Chanel's life from the internationally renown illustrator and author, Megan Hess.
It features key moments from Coco's amazing life and iconic items from the fashion empire that she built. Think an illustrated picture book for adults, told through Megan's stylish and feminine illustrations with a fun, whimsical and magical bent.
Coco Chanel takes us on a romp through the three distinct chapters of Coco's life: from Coco’s early life and building the brand, to the empire she created, to the legacy she left behind, and how her style is still influential and iconic today.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781743790663 |
| ISBN10 | 174379066X |
| Number Of Pages | 208 |
| Item Weight | 628 g |
| Product Dimensions | 154 x 224 x 22 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Hardie Grant Books |
| Format | hardback |
Media Reviews
Using her signature Montblanc pen, Hess brings the designer s story and signature creations quilted bags, ballet flats, the little black dress to life, alongside classic Coco Chanel quotes and historical tidbits.
- STYLECASTER.COM
Through Hess's brushes, 100 quintessential moments in Chanel's history, from Coco's childhood in an orphanage to her designing of the classic tweed jacket, come to life in colored sketches, which are interspersed with famous quotes from Chanel herself, as well as the maison's current creative director Karl Lagerfeld and other key fashion icons. [ Coco Chanel ] is a unique celebration of how the designer has shaped contemporary fashion with her iconic style and enduring brand.
- BLOUIN ARTINFO ONLINE
If you re looking for an exclusive gift, this might be it. . . Coco Chanel: The illustrated world of a fashion icon is a compilation of Megan Hess's stunning illustrations of the 100 most quintessential moments through Chanel's history, from Coco's incredible life, to the impact of Karl Lagerfeld on the company and the incredible items that have become iconic of the brand the little black dress, the luxurious bags and accessories, glamorous jewellery and of course the renowned Chanel No 5 perfume. . . Coco Chanel: The illustrated world of a fashion icon is a collector's item for every Chanel fan.
-30s Magazine via Wordpress
Using her signature Montblanc pen, Hess brings the designer s story and signature creations quilted bags, ballet flats, the little black dress to life, alongside classic Coco Chanel quotes and historical tidbits.
-STYLECASTER.COM
Through Hess's brushes, 100 quintessential moments in Chanel's history, from Coco's childhood in an orphanage to her designing of the classic tweed jacket, come to life in colored sketches, which are interspersed with famous quotes from Chanel herself, as well as the maison's current creative director Karl Lagerfeld and other key fashion icons. [Coco Chanel] is a unique celebration of how the designer has shaped contemporary fashion with her iconic style and enduring brand.
-BLOUIN ARTINFO ONLINE
If you re looking for an exclusive gift, this might be it. . .Coco Chanel: The illustrated world of a fashion iconis a compilation of Megan Hess's stunning illustrations of the 100 most quintessential moments through Chanel's history, from Coco's incredible life, to the impact of Karl Lagerfeld on the company and the incredible items that have become iconic of the brand the little black dress, the luxurious bags and accessories, glamorous jewellery and of course the renowned Chanel No 5 perfume. . .Coco Chanel: The illustrated world of a fashion iconis a collector's item for every Chanel fan.
-30s Magazine via Wordpress
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Author's Bio
Megan Hess is an internationally acclaimed fashion illustrator. Her prestigious clients include Vogue, Vanity Fair, Harper’s Bazaar, The New York Times, Chanel, Dior, Cartier, Prada, Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co. Her bestselling fashion books and beloved Claris series for children have sold over a million copies worldwide.