Madame Gres: Sphinx of Fashion
by Patricia Mears
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Author: Patricia MearsEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-03-28
ISBN: 0300136927
Number of pages: 184
Publisher: Yale University Press
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Book Review: A Wonderful Book about a Wonderful Talent
Summary: 5 Stars
I only knew a little of Madame Gres and this book brought to my attention that she was one of the major designers of our era--someone who "invented" the use of draping and fabrics, unlike they had ever been used before. Not just a product of its time, Madame Gres' fashions are timeless and have influenced everything since her time. I would highly recommend this book not just for the fashion, but for the very interesting text by the author, as well, who really puts the work in context.
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