Barbie Takes the Catwalk
| Author | : Karan Feder |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 224 |
| Release | : 2023-10-03 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9798886740493 |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book Barbie Takes the Catwalk written by Karan Feder and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-10-03 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Barbie has always been a fashion icon, with a wardrobe of looks inspired by the world's great fashion designers, and inspiring them as well with her signature style.From decade-defining designs by formidable fashion royalty such as Dior, Balenciaga, Yves St. Laurent, Pucci, and Chanel, to skateboard culture and rave fashion, Barbie doll's outfits have reflected the fashion and the time.In Barbie Takes the Catwalk, hundreds of images from designer runways, magazine editorials, and fashion archives are paired with detailed photographs of vintage Barbie outfits to offer an unprecedented examination of the Barbie brand's sartorial impact.Author and costume historian Karan Feder thoughtfully explores Barbie doll's first 40 years to highlight the vast artistry and cultural significance of the doll's fashion canon, and looks at contemporary fashion designers influenced by the Barbie legacy. This meticulously researched and gorgeous book is a must for any fan of fashion, pop culture, and Barbie.
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