The Wedding Dress: Oleg Cassini / Rizzoli Books ( Gowns Dresses / Fashion History )
by Cassini, Oleg; Foreword By Liz Smith
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Fine (see description)/Near Fine (see description)
- ISBN 10
- 0847832805
- ISBN 13
- 9780847832804
- Seller
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Burlington, Ontario, Canada
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About This Item
New York, NY: N.Y. / New York: Rizzoli Books, 2010, 1st Edition, First Printing , 2010. ------------( 1st printing of the First Edition ) ---hardcover, about 9.75w x 11.25h inches, a Fine example, in alightly rubbed Near Fine glassine (clear plastic) dustjacket, 304 pages, colour photos as well as some b&w, ---"The quintessential book on the wedding dress, newly revised and updated in a collectors edition, is an exciting look at the variety of luxurious wedding dresses, which both celebrates and reveals their beauty, sophistication, and romance. From Jacqueline Kennedy to Grace Kelly, Oleg Cassinis designs are synonymous with the worlds most glamorous women. The same electrifying elegance resonates with his magnificently crafted bridal gowns. This informative presentation discusses every aspect of the wedding dressthe ultimate expression of a brides personality and the focal point of her day. This book showcases a wide range of styles by such fashion luminaries as Cassini, Chanel, Dior, Armani, and McQueen, among others. The beautiful fashions, photographed by such notable photographers as Patrick Demarchelier, Benno Graziani, Horst, Arthur Elgort, Milton Greene, David LaChapelle, and Irving Penn capture the effervescent spirit that is associated with the wedding dress. The Wedding Dress begins with an overview of the sumptuous wedding gown, chronicling its history from royal weddings to todays celebrities. The book presents a variety of silhouettesfrom elegant Empire-style floor-length gowns to flirty short dresses and sophisticated suits. The same electrifying elegance resonates, whether an informal ceremony, a formal evening affair or a spontaneous trip to City Hall. Also featured are some of the best weddings in the world, including celebrity, society, and high fashion weddings. This stylish look at the wedding dress is not only an essential resource for the bride-to-be but for everyone interested in fashion"---, any image directly beside this listing is the actual book and not a generic photo ///NOT SIGNED ---GUARANTEED to be AVAILABLE/// ---sizes are approximate (generally within 1/8 inch)---. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine (see description)/Near Fine (see description). Illus. by Photo Cover. 9.75w x 11.25h Inches. Flap Not Clipped.
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- Bookseller
- Leonard Shoup (CA)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 169325
- Title
- The Wedding Dress: Oleg Cassini / Rizzoli Books ( Gowns Dresses / Fashion History )
- Author
- Cassini, Oleg; Foreword By Liz Smith
- Illustrator
- Photo Cover
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine (see description)
- Jacket Condition
- Near Fine (see description)
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 0847832805
- ISBN 13
- 9780847832804
- Publisher
- N.Y. / New York: Rizzoli Books, 2010, 1st Edition, First Printing
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Date Published
- 2010
- Size
- 9.75w x 11.25h Inches
- Keywords
- The Wedding Dress: Oleg Cassini / Rizzoli Books ( Fashion History )
- Bookseller catalogs
- Non Fiction;
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About the Seller
Leonard Shoup
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Burlington, Ontario
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