5 New Spring Fashion Books That Need a Spot on Your Bookshelf
Coffee table books can speak volumes about your personal style, but fashion coffee-table books? Well, they tell the world that you’re both well dressed and well read. Since every fashion lover should have an expertly curated assortment of glamorous spines adorning her bookshelves, allow us to suggest a bevy of new titles that will fit right in. From designer dossiers to photo-driven works of art — these five releases call for a prominent place in your casa.
1. Alaïa ($150): You don’t understand, this is an Alaïa! The fashion world may have lost an incredible visionary, but now you can honor Azzedine Alaïa’s legacy (and our favorite Clueless quote) with a new edition of the only major monograph ever published on the Tunisian designer. Flip through his haute couture creations, get to know his muses, and admire over 200 photographs of his work, from icons such as Annie Leibovitz, Steven Meisel, Helmut Newton, and Patrick Demarchelier.
2. Queens: Alta Moda di Dolce & Gabbana ($350): Take a massive book full of heroines painted by Bronzino, Vigée Le Brun, and Mengs, and juxtapose with Domenico Dolce’s photos of high-fashion subjects clad in D&G creations, and you have yourself one masterpiece you won’t be able to put down. Set in sumptuous Baroque interiors, each queen tells her own story — and inspires some serious wardrobe envy at the same time.
3. Bvlgari: The Perfume of Gems ($150): If you adore statement baubles and even more serious scents, then get your hands on a copy of Bvlgari’s new tome, which tells a vivid tale of both. The Perfume of Gems explores Bvlgari’s most precious perfumes through their ties to Rome and ancient gems, while also highlighting the noblewomen, princesses, and actresses who’ve had a love affair with the luxury brand — think Sophia Loren, Liz Taylor, Nicole Kidman, and Carla Bruni.
4. Lilly Pulitzer by Lilly Pulitzer and Assouline ($85-195): Lilly Pulitzer, best known for her preppy punchy prints, first became a style icon in Palm Beach, Florida before taking over the rest of the world. Now there are two books (one classic and one special edition) detailing her resort-wear rise from working an orange juice stand to eventually becoming an inimitable household name. We highly suggest reading this story of how Pulitzer made the world a happier place, dressed in a vibrant floral shift obviously.
5. Legendary Artists and the Clothes They Wore ($35): From Frida Kahlo’s obsession with color and Cecil Beaton’s flamboyant suits to Cindy Sherman’s minimalist getups, most artists are known for having a certain look. Fashion journalist Terry Newman delves into several eccentric greats that are known for their iconic dress.
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