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Oscar De La Renta: His Legendary World of Style - Hardcover

Andre Leon Talley; Anna Wintour

 
9780847847174: Oscar De La Renta: His Legendary World of Style

Synopsis

This book traces the life and legacy of fashion great Oscar de la Renta in 70 iconic dresses. In line with Little Black Dress, Andre Leon Talley's personal account brings the gowns, each worn by Oscar's rarified circle of celebrities and dignitaries, to dazzling life.

A sumptuous monograph tracing the life and legacy of fashion luminary Oscar de la Renta.

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About the Author

André Leon Talley began his career assisting Diana Vreeland at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute and later wrote for Interview Magazine and Women's Wear Daily, before joining Vogue, where he served as creative director, editor-at-large, and contributing editor for many years. In October 2011, the André Leon Talley Gallery opened at the SCAD Museum of Art; Talley has served as a mentor for SCAD fashion students for over two decades. Talley is the author of the books A.L.T.: A Memoir, A.L.T. 365+, and Little Black Dress. Anna Wintour is editor-in-chief of Vogue and artistic director of Condé Nast. Paula Wallace is president and founder of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). Photographer Adam Kuehl is an alumnus of SCAD. His work has appeared in publications including Little Black Dress, National Geographic Traveler, The New York Times, and Vogue.

From the Back Cover

A sumptuous monograph tracing the life and legacy of fashion luminary Oscar de la Renta. ?In October 2014 one of the fashion world's champions, Oscar de la Renta, passed away, a great loss brightened by the innumerable successes of his half-century reign. The acclaimed fashion designer dressed first ladies from Kennedy to Obama, and celebrities from BeyoncE to Sarah Jessica Parker. Renowned for his unique charm, impeccable taste, and original lifestyle, he married the highest standards of French couture with the ultimate motivation that women must look and feel beautiful. In this intimate volume, longtime editor and friend AndrE Leon Talley recounts de la Renta's journey through nearly 70 iconic dresses, mainly made for private clients, accompanied by fascinating stories of the exquisite craftsmanship and the legendary friends that brought each gown to life. Born in the Dominican Republic in 1932, de la Renta left for Madrid at nineteen to study art, where he rose to prominence as a sketch artist for newspapers and fashion houses. From his apprenticeship under CristObal Balenciaga to his eponymous collections, the designer's simple lines elevated with a flamenco dancer's flourish reflect his deep connection to his roots and his commitment to transcendence through beautiful garments.

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