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Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion

By (author) Andrew Bolton, Contributions by Margherita Barone, Contributions by Linda Borsch, Contributions by William DeGregorio, Contributions by Nick Knight, Contributions by Stephanie Kramer, Contributions by Rachel Lackner, Contributions by Junpeng Lai, Contributions by Christopher Mazza, Contributions by Ronald Miles

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This vibrant publication brings to life four centuries of extraordinary garments and accessories inspired by the natural world   Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion explores clothing’s complex relationship with the body through the senses, offering new ways for understanding and experiencing a garment’s inherent artistry. Engaging texts by scholars, scientists, and conservators reveal the history behind over 200 works of fashion while also addressing their fragility and ephemerality. Exceptional new photography by Nick Knight of creations by international couturiers and design houses—including Cristòbal Balenciaga, Thom Browne, Collina Strada, Christian Dior, Gucci, Charles James, LOEWE, Madame Grès, Thebe Magugu, Maison Margiela, Alexander McQueen, Issey Miyake, Paul Poiret, Yves Saint Laurent, Elsa Schiaparelli, Bea Szenfeld, Philip Treacy, Iris van Herpen, Louis Vuitton, and Charles Frederick Worth—further deepens our appreciation for each object’s sensorial integrity. Published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art/Distributed by Yale University Press Exhibition Schedule: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (May 10–September 2, 2024)

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Publisher | Metropolitan Museum of Art
Published date | 28 Jun 2024
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Format | Hardback
Pages | 494
Dimensions | 305 x 229 x 0mm (L x W x H)
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ISBN | 978-1-5883-9777-5
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