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American fashion evolution, iconic designer profiles.
If the transformative journey of American fashion intrigues you, 'Impact' is a remarkable read. It's not just a history lesson; it lets you walk through the illustrious careers of America's design visionaries. Their personal anecdotes give an intimate lens into the fashion world, making it a treasure trove for enthusiasts and aspiring designers alike.
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Impact: 50 Years of the Council of Fashion Designers of America
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ISBN: 9781419702310
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Date of Publication: 2012-02-01
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 4.0
(rated by 4 readers)
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IMPACT is the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Council of Fashion Designers of America, exploring the influence of the careers of America’s most influential designers over the last five decades. Anchored by Patricia Mears’s illuminating essay on the history of the CFDA, this book incorporates over 300 personal Impact statements from the most important names in American fashion, including Marc Jacobs, Alexander Wang, Ralph Lauren, Proenza Schouler, and Donna Karan. Illustrated with many never-before-seen images, this is the ultimate fashion who’s who and a celebration of this important fashion organization. Accompanied by elegant images of these career-changing moments, this book is the definitive word on the voice of American fashion.
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American fashion evolution, iconic designer profiles.
If the transformative journey of American fashion intrigues you, 'Impact' is a remarkable read. It's not just a history lesson; it lets you walk through the illustrious careers of America's design visionaries. Their personal anecdotes give an intimate lens into the fashion world, making it a treasure trove for enthusiasts and aspiring designers alike.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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