Dior for Ever
Following the success of All About Yves and Absolutely Chanel, a beautiful fashion monograph by Catherine ?rmen completing the trilogy; this time on Dior. The book includes a wealth of lavish imagery and fascinating inserts, including rare facsimile documents and ephemera (invitations to the couture house's first collections, Christian Dior's handwritten design notes and original sketches etc.)
Azzedine Ala簿a, Thierry Mugler
Contemporaries, collaborators and friends, Azzedine Ala簿a and Thierry Mugler influenced each other's designs in terms of form, fluidity and abstractionTunisian designer Azzedine Ala簿a (1935-2017) first met French couturier Thierry Mugler (1948-2022) in 1979, forming both a creative dialogue and personal friendship that would last until their deaths. Both divinized the woman, proclaiming the return of glamour with Hollywood as their inspiration. They shared a common silhouette where majestic shoulders contrasted with choked waists and blossoming hips, co-authoring the new stylistic language of the 1980s. If Mugler had a flair for showmanship, Ala簿a had a taste for intimacy and perfection. Their daywear and evening wear echoed each other, dictating a four-handed fashion style that was the hallmark of contemporary fashions. In this curated selection, the Fondation Azzedine Ala簿a presents 35 Thierry Mugler designs alongside 35 of Azzedine Ala簿a's own creations, tracing the simultaneous evolution of their careers and the notions of line, silhouette and shape that they freely exchanged with one another.
Pretty Ugly
Illustrators have a tough job catching the attention of distracted viewers today. The firehose of images we encounter in today's visual landscape bombards us non-stop. This book features the work of creators that are making work unique enough to break through. Brace yourself as you dive into PRETTY UGLY -- a provocative collection that pushes the boundaries of illustration into the realm of the grotesque and the bizarre, featuring pages packed with deranged characters, surreal landscapes, and grotesque imagery that will make you look twice and then some. Whether you're a connoisseur of the absurd or simply curious about the depths of creative weirdness, PRETTY UGLY promises an offbeat journey through the uncharted territories of artistic expression.
Code Crafted
We live in a fast-paced digital world, and one thing is obvious--algorithms and data make the world go round, and have certainly had a transformative impact in the realm of design. From cutting-edge interactive installations that engage the senses to print products that challenge traditional design norms, the synergy of programming, technology, and design come together to form interactive, compelling visuals that continue to evolve to keep audiences engaged and excited, and adapt seamlessly across mediums and applications. Code Crafted is your window into the future of branding, where innovation meets creativity in a seamless dance of code and pixels. Explore the intricate process of establishing generative and parametric patterns, where each line of code breathes life and weaves intricate visual systems thatcraft new dimensions for brands and identities.
How To Dress For Your Body Shape
Discover the secret to dressing with confidence, ease, and style."How to Dress for Your Body Shape" is a complete guide to embracing your unique silhouette and creating a wardrobe that works for you.Inside you'll find: ✔ Styling tips for Apple, Pear, Hourglass, Athletic, and Strawberry body shapes✔ Classic wardrobe strategies plus the latest fashion trends✔ Outfit formulas, fabric and color guides, and capsule wardrobe essentials✔ Practical before-and-after examples to make styling easy✔ Quick-reference cheat sheets and visual inspiration galleriesThis 122 -page guide also includes the bonus mini book Fashion Reimagined, a gallery of creative AI-generated looks and prompts to spark your imagination.Your journey doesn't stop at the last page. With companion resources available on the stylebyaudra.com, you'll gain access to digital wardrobe planners, shopping guides, and a supportive community of women celebrating their unique style.Your journey doesn't stop at the last page. With companion resources available at stylebyaudra.com, you'll gain access to digital wardrobe planners, shopping guides, and a supportive community of women celebrating their unique style.Whether you're building a capsule wardrobe, refreshing your everyday outfits, or experimenting with new colors and fabrics, this book will help you highlight your best features, love what you wear, and feel confident every time you step out the door.Step into your closet with confidence. Your style journey starts here.
Textiles of China and Central Asia
This stunning exploration of Chinese and Central Asian textiles draws from one of the world's major collections. In private hands, it features objects never before published and of a caliber customarily only seen in museums. A captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Asian history, this beautiful and informative book delves into the opulent world of historic textiles. Covering a period when decorative textiles were the ultimate luxury, it showcases the craftsmanship, cultural significance, and artistic expressions woven into each cloth. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Silk Road and the exchange of ideas, goods, and techniques that fueled the flourishing textile industry across Asia over centuries, from the Byzantine Empire to the Tang and Song dynasties and beyond. A series of engaging essays highlights the significant features of The Silk Road Textile Collection--exploring the samites of Central Asia with their luxurious silk and intricately woven animal and geometric patterns; studying the exquisite embroideries of the Liao dynasty up close; and examining the imperial textiles of the Ming and Qing dynasties, when power and prestige were expressed through sumptuous court costume. Perfect for art lovers, historians, and all those captivated by the beauty of textiles, this impeccably packaged volume unravels the fascinating stories embedded in the fabric of ancient Asia.
Modern Americanness
Tracing the development and evolution of graphic design in the United States and its inextricable ties to American culture and visual identityVenturing across five decades of American culture, this landmark book explores how modern graphic design emerged in the United States and how it became an intrinsic feature of the country's identity. Author and design professor Christopher Long tells this story in a wholly new way, exposing many long-forgotten figures and movements and resurrecting the debates and conceptions that were integral to the new art. In a series of deeply involving portraits of American artists and innovators who helped shape the very look of the modern age, Modern Americannesss offers a sweeping story of the country's visual culture and its distinctiveness across a variety of designed objects: magazine covers, food labels, event posters, chapbooks, advertisements, propaganda and much more.Christopher Long is the Martin S. Kermacy Centennial Professor in the School of Architecture at the University of Texas at Austin.
Design Against Racism
A historical and philosophical exploration of the impact of design on underserved communities, examining the field's shortcomings as well as its potential to create positive change. Through essays that delve into history and practice, and case studies that demonstrate practical strategies, Design Against Racism explores how designers of all disciplines can address, through their work, the legacies of racism and oppression. Design profoundly influences culture. The heart of this book is its powerful blend of essays on design history, illustrated case studies, and discussions of practical methods to approach design work, adapted from the restorative justice movement. It explores how design as a professional practice and academic discipline directly affects historically excluded communities, offering frameworks and examples that foster collective improvement. Topics from author Omari Souza, founder of the annual State of Black Design conference, and contributing design professionals include: Unveiling the White Gaze: The Narrative of Whiteness and Colonial Nostalgia Language as a Tool for Marginalization--and Resistance Hip-Hop Architecture: Transforming Spaces through Culture and Innovation Afrofuturism as a Design Strategy Whose Knowledge Is It? Reclaiming Histories, Narratives, and the Plurality of Knowledge Nonhierarchical Engagement with Communities--Anti-Racist Design Community Pop-Up This is a critique of design and a practical handbook that will teach designers and educators how a restorative justice approach can transform their design practice to counteract and fight racism. TIMELY AND ESSENTIAL TOPICS: Thought-provoking essays from leaders in design diversity offer an anti-racist approach to design practice based in an understanding of history, a focus on community building, and a commitment to inclusion. AUTHOR & CONTRIBUTORS: Omari Souza is an Assistant Professor of Communication Design at the University of North Texas and co-host of the highly acclaimed minisode podcast The Design of Business The Business of Design. Contributors include preeminent design professionals George Fourlas, Shamika Klassen, Kaleena Sales, Zariah Cameron, Lesley-Ann Noel, Cassini Nazir, Yolanda A. Rankin, Soniyah Robinson, and Danielle Lake. Perfect for: Student and professional design practitioners of all disciplines, including graphic designers, product designers, architects, and more Course adoption for design programs Anyone eager to explore the themes of anti-racism and decolonizing design
Fifty Bags That Changed the World
The prestigious Design Museum looks back at the most iconic bags of recent history in this stylish and informative book. Everything around us is designed and the word 'design' has become part of our everyday experience. But how much do we know about it? Fifty Bags That Changed the World imparts that knowledge listing the top 50 handbags, cases and backpacks that have made a substantial impact in the world of fashion and design today. From the original 1860 red budget box to a contemporary 2010 Vivienne Westwood bag, each entry offers a short appraisal to explore what has made their iconic status and the designers that give them a special place in design history.
Fifty Dresses That Changed the World
Discover the most iconic dresses of the last century with this stylish and informative book from the famous London Design Museum. Fashion design is both an industrial and cultural phenomenon. It stretches from the glamorous catwalks of fashion epicenters to the industrial factories in far-flung countries. It is ever-changing and reflects the desires and aspirations of society. It discovers and capitalizes on advances in technology. The collection of dresses in this book provides an introduction to the path fashion has taken in the past century. It is a story that embraces social and economic change and radically fluctuating positions on gender and sexuality. From the 1915 Delphos Pleated Dress to Hussein Chalayan's 2007 LED dress, these are dresses that have gained a special place in design history. With stunning photography selected by the Design Museum, Fifty Dresses that Changed the World is the perfect gift for fashionistas and design enthusiasts of all ages.
Fifty Shoes That Changed the World
The prestigious Design Museum looks back at the most iconic shoes of recent history in this stylish and informative book. Shoes hold a special place in the hearts of many people, and their design can range from the humble and practical to the exquisite. Whether mass-produced or individually hand-crafted, designed for practicality or to make a bold fashion statement, shoes never fail to exert a fascination on the popular imagination. Here, the Design Museum studies the top fifty shoe designs that have made an impact in the world of design today - from the 1863 Frye boot worn by soldiers during the American Civil War to Zaha Hadid's futuristic 2008 Melissa shoe, and many in between. Discover the social changes that affected the evolution of shoe design, and the developments in technology that transformed the manufacture of footwear. With stunning photography selected by the Design Museum, Fifty Shoes That Changed the World is the perfect gift for fashionistas and design enthusiasts of all ages.
Legendary Sneakers
Streetwear enthusiast and sneakerhead Tonton Gibs presents a curated collection of noteworthy sneakers, including - the best-selling pair and the most-expensive pairs, - shoes that embodied special themes (holidays, food, and more), - kicks that were featured on the big screen, and - the results of collabs with rappers. Plenty of information on sneaker history, key brands, and the evolution of the popular and comfortable shoes is also provided. With vibrant photos and fun design, this book will spark the imagination of any sneaker enthusiast.
Chanel: The Karl Lagerfeld Campaigns
Chanel: The Karl Lagerfeld Campaigns includes a carefully curated selection of photographs that showcase hundreds of spectacular clothes worn by the top fashion models and personalities of multiple eras. Filled with more than 600 photographs plus an essay by fashion writer Patrick Mauri癡s, the book offers an unrivaled overview of the house of Chanel as seen through the eyes--and lens--of Karl Lagerfeld himself. Organized chronologically, the photographs highlight fashion superstars including Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista, and Kate Moss in such glamorous locations as Coco Chanel's Paris apartment, the French Riviera, and Rodeo Drive. When Karl Lagerfeld was appointed to the helm of the then-sleepy fashion house Chanel in 1983, he set out to radically reinvent its image--not only through bold collections, but also by shooting the house's campaigns himself. Lagerfeld's photographs breathed life into the brand. His campaigns spanned the house's collections--luxurious haute couture, ready-to-wear, cruise, accessories--and established Lagerfeld as a sought-after fashion photographer. Whether for displaying, gifting, or enjoying as an excursion through the house of Chanel, this coffee table book is not to be missed.
The Meaning of Branded Objects
Explore the psychological principles behind why people form emotional attachments to branded products. In The Meaning of Branded Objects, psychologist, professor, and branding expert Dr. Tom Guarriello reveals the powerful ways that brands shape the meaning of everyday objects, influencing consumer behavior and contributing to personal identity. Through a mix of academic insights and real-world examples, discover how brands create emotional resonance by leveraging symbolism, storytelling, and design. Dr. Guarriello examines both luxury items and everyday essentials, analyzing how branding impacts our relationships with objects and the cultural significance these items hold. Inside, you will find: Explorations of brand attachment psychology: Insights into how consumers develop emotional connections to branded objects.Accessible breakdown of complex ideas: Written in a way that's engaging and understandable for professionals and curious readers alike.Discussions on personal and cultural identity: How brands influence our individual sense of self and broader social trends.Wide-ranging yet succinct, this book is essential for branding professionals, marketers, and anyone curious about the psychology of consumerism, offering the tools to understand and harness the power of branded objects in today's marketplace. With The Meaning of Branded Objects, gain a deeper understanding of the objects that shape our lives and the powerful role branding plays in modern culture. The School of Visual Arts (SVA) Masters in Branding book series offers an insightful and accessible exploration of branding as both an art and a science, highlighting the multidisciplinary approach that defines the program. This series brings together the insights and expertise of leading practitioners, scholars, and students in the field of branding, providing a comprehensive overview of the latest theories, strategies, and practices. Each book in the series focuses on a unique aspect of branding, from cultural and social influences to technological advancements and market trends, reflecting the innovative spirit of the SVA's Masters in Branding program. By showcasing a diverse range of perspectives and case studies, the series aims to inspire readers to think critically and creatively about the role of branding in shaping consumer perceptions and experiences. Also available from the series: A History of Brands and Brands in the Age of AI.
Radiance and Reverie
A lavish book to accompany the first exhibition of the celebrated Hollywood jeweler's fabled collection, organized by the Toledo Museum of Art. Features iconic jewels by Belperron, Cartier, Boucheron, Paul Flato, Tiffany, and more. Famous Hollywood jeweler and designer of the dazzling engagement rings bestowed in The Bachelor, Neil Lane has amassed a jewelry collection unrivaled in glamour. His magnificent holdings include storied jewels by the most renowned designers of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, many not only owned by stars of Hollywood's golden age but also worn by them on screen. This richly illustrated catalogue reveals the extraordinary scope of Lane's collection, highlighting its breathtaking beauty as well as its transatlantic roots and cultural significance to fashion history and style. The most stunning pieces are captured in photographs of Hollywood legends--from Mae West and Joan Crawford to Madonna, Zoe Saldana, and beyond--bringing their rich provenance to life. Featuring more than 150 jewels, this singular volume marks the first time that the majority of Lane's remarkable collection has been presented to the public.
Louis Vuitton and Japan
Groundbreaking exploration of Louis Vuitton's long-standing cultural exchange with Japan, tracing its profound impact on the evolution of the iconic luxury brand. Published on the occasion of a major exhibition at Nakanoshima Museum of Art in Osaka, Japan, this volume explores the deep and transformative relationship between Louis Vuitton and Japan, which has produced myriad innovative collaborations that have defined the brand and revolutionized contemporary fashion. This fresh perspective on the global impact of the luxury powerhouse follows Louis Vuitton's journey from pioneering trunk innovations to its outsize influence on global street style, especially in Japan. In the volume, the Maison's history comes to life, from the evolution of its Monogram logo (which took inspiration, in part, from Japanese design) to the ingenious flat stackable trunk and patented lock innovations, alongside the brand's bold expansion into Japan. The authors consider the house's groundbreaking artistic collaborations most notably with artists Takashi Murakami (with his iconic "Monogramouflage") and Yayoi Kusama (with her signature polka-dot motifs) which transformed Louis Vuitton's visual identity. Beyond expertly tracing the Maison's engagement with Japanese culture almost from the moment of its founding, the book explores Louis Vuitton's broader impact on global fashion. It highlights landmark collections by artistic directors who have continually looked toward Japan for inspiration including Pharrell, Nicolas Ghesqui癡re, Kim Jones, Virgil Abloh, and Marc Jacobs. With contributions from leading experts in fashion, and art and cultural history, this comprehensive volume--printed in five colors and bound in a three-piece cover with a printed cloth spine--illustrates how Louis Vuitton's engagement with Japanese culture for more than a century has enriched its legacy and expanded the boundaries of luxury fashion.
Harry Winston
The definitive book on the famed jeweler Harry Winston is revised and updated, with over forty new images featuring some of the world's most iconic jewels, modern masterpieces, and celebrity-worn creations. From the iconic Hope Diamond to the famous "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend," and from runways and red carpets to presidential inaugural balls, Harry Winston jewels have become synonymous with international glamour. Established in New York in 1932, Harry Winston quickly ascended to the pinnacle of the global diamond industry. Winston revolutionized jewelry design by acquiring prestigious estate collections and transforming their precious stones into modern, captivating pieces. This book celebrates Winston's most stunning jewels and designs through mesmerizing advertising campaigns, historical photos, and celebrity moments, while also highlighting the significant stones the company has worked with, such as the Hope, Lesotho, and Vargas Diamonds. Showcasing both archival and contemporary jewels and watches--worn by stars like Elizabeth Taylor, Gwyneth Paltrow, Halle Berry, and Marilyn Monroe--this book features some of the most remarkable creations and timepieces ever made.
More Than Human
Rethink design beyond the human: how designers are altering and adapting practices to center ecosystems and other speciesDesign is deeply associated with creating a better way of life--for humans. Yet we exist alongside billions of animals, plants and other living beings. Always putting human needs first has had devastating consequences on landscapes, other species and the climate. What if we fundamentally shifted our perspective? More-than-human design begins by acknowledging our entanglement with the ecosystems that give us life. It challenges us to imagine a world in which human desires no longer take precedence over the rights and needs of living systems. This book brings together a new generation of designers, architects and artists exploring how to reorient their practices for the flourishing of other species. With contributions by renowned writers and thinkers, including Anna Tsing, Tim Ingold and Daisy Hildyard, it examines what it means to design with and for the living world.
Unfolding Cloth
This insightful book is a guide to finding, researching, and using historical textiles in your stitched work, to bring layers of meaning and a rich sense of emotional connection through place and time. Renowned textile artist and tutor Hannah Lamb frequently uses and is inspired by old fabrics in her work, from age-worn cotton and linen sheets to delicate lace collars, vintage patchwork to snippets of colorful printed silk. In this book she explores many creative ways to incorporate historical textiles into your own work, from conception and initial research to the finished piece. Chapters cover: - "Beginnings" how to track down historical textiles in shops, markets, antiques fairs, museum collections, and online, or in your own family scrap bag, and how to conduct thorough and meaningful research into them.- "Creative Connections" how to design and plan your work with historical textiles, starting with mood boards and sketchbooks and progressing to practical creative experimentation, including old-fashioned techniques such as the "prick and pounce" method of pattern transfer, popular in Tudor times.- "Making with Meaning" the practicalities of using old and fragile materials in your work, and how to combine them with newer fabrics to make cohesive and beautiful pieces that tell powerful stories. This chapter also explores alternative ideas, such as digital printing, that allow you to import the fabric's essence but leave the original piece intact.- "Heritage in Context" this chapter considers examples of contemporary artworks that respond to textile heritage and place, and studies how we tell histories and whose perspective we tell them from.This thoughtful, imaginative book is illustrated with inspirational examples of the author's own work and that of other textile artists from around the world, and provides a valuable introduction to working with historical textiles to enhance your own pieces of textile art.
Preppy Style
Take a deep dive into preppy culture with this stunning lookbook and history of the iconic style. Preppy is a look, a vibe, and a lifestyle. From its inception as the fashion of Ivy League students to Japanese hipsters to Black jazz musicians, up to the now modern-day basics everyone should have in their closet, the preppy style is one that refuses to become just another trendy moment. Featuring gorgeous illustrations, Preppy Style traces the evolution of a fashion trend that continues to withstand the test of time. Written by fashion expert Rosalyn Gomersall, this beautifully illustrated and stylized book is your time capsule to preppy fashion. Explore the attitudes and cultural impact of preppy life and also learn the designs, fabrics, and items of clothing that convey that preppy look. This book also: Captures classic prepster moments in pop cultureDives into the brands of Ralph Lauren, J.Crew, and Tommy HilfigerLists the foundational preppy clothing items from the classic boat shoes to today's tennis skirtShowcases how the preppy aesthetic started within Ivy League, WASP family circles and became staples in everyone's wardrobePerfect for fashionistas, design junkies, and pop culture enthusiasts, Preppy Style is a fascinating and visually captivating exploration of one of the most enduring styles in history.
Robert Rauschenberg
A survey of Robert Rauschenberg's innovative use of cloth in the 1970s and its significance in the artist's oeuvre Centering on a period of Robert Rauschenberg's career that has not received much attention, this book focuses on three series by the artist that feature fabric: the idiosyncratic Venetians, 1972-73; the gauzy Hoarfrosts, 1974-76; and the large, simple Jammers, 1975-76. Fascinated by the expressive potential of textiles, including silks, gauze, cheesecloth, and drop cloths, Rauschenberg experimented with the ability of woven materials to capture color and light, hold printed images, and move in the air. Essays contextualize Rauschenberg's work with cloth in the history of 1970s late modernism and Postminimalism, as well as his career-long interest in the intersection of art and the body through his work in scenography and costumes for dance. Michelle White provides an in-depth overview of the three series and related works, while Branden Joseph explores how they connect with the era's cultural and economic precarity. Nick Mauss examines how the artist used fabric to create a sense of intimacy and revisit past practices, relationships, and dynamics of collaboration. And Joseph N. Newland discusses Rauschenberg's costumes and scenic designs for the dance companies of Merce Cunningham and Trisha Brown. Distributed for the Menil Collection Exhibition Schedule: The Menil Collection, Houston, TX (September 19, 2025-March 1, 2026)
The World of Botanicals According to Stein Are Hansen
Stein Are Hansen is probably one of the most eccentric floral artists with a reputation worldwide. He was Norwegian Champion several times and ended up third in the European Championships in 1999. He is currently working in Norway and China and runs his own shop in Oslo. He likes to work in a minimalist way with non-professional models (most of whom are florists themselves) and has the gift to amaze again and again with the completely unexpected. All of his colleagues consider him as a real trend-setting artistic genius. This is a truly breathtaking compilation of his works.
Annette Kamping: Vitality
German top florist Annette Camping became Champion of Germany in 1994 and winner of the Golden Rose in the same year. One year later she became Vice-Champion of Europe. In 2001 she opened her own floral school Blumenwerk, a school for florists, designer and flower lovers in general. This monograph introduces a colourful and enthusiastic person. In her interaction with flowers, Annette wants to bring her compositions to life, full of character. An inner feeling, an impulse, an experience... they are all expressed in an harmonious coexistence of colours and shapes. Annette manages to bring across her love of flowers to the reader and will certainly bring a smile to your face. The publication is a discovery journey behind the scenes of a floral composition. The creativity of her compositions is beautifully captured in the many close-ups by photographer Bart Van Leuven. Also available: Nicole von Boletzky: Master Florist ISBN 9789058560797 Stein Are Hansen: The World of Botanics ISBN 9789058560957 Per Benjamin: Elements ISBN 9789058561329
New Floating World
Long overdue, this new volume explores the latest in Japanese illustration from 30 contemporary masters. For many decades now Japan has been a leader in producing explorative art, creating new stylistic forms that continue to inspire artists the world over while they tackle a range of subject matter. Some artists are firmly entrenched in the bright and colorful world of kawaii, often incorporating a myriad of pop culture references into their work, while others are not afraid to investigate more challenging themes, from our darker pasts to the deepest recesses of our very own psyches. But whether heavily stylized or hyperrealistic, focusing on western or Japanese cultural imagery, their work continues to resonate with an ever-growing audience around the globe.
The Nineties X Anna Sui
From her iconic hippie and grunge-inspired collections to her beloved baby-doll dresses, Anna Sui's clothes defined '90s fashion. A favorite of Gen Z and nostalgic Gen Xers, the '90s remain a beloved moment in fashion and culture. It was the last analog decade--a time when DIY aesthetics, zines, and landlines were the norm. This book goes in depth with the designer in her own words about her raucous shows and the many inspirations for her clothes that were the epicenter of the fashion world. A self-taught historian of culture, art, and fashion, Sui samples music, books, movies, photography, and art in her designs. From the iconic slip dresses donned by the "it girls" of the moment, like Winona Ryder and pop icon Madonna, to the baby-doll dresses favored by Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love, each chapter details the defining moments and trends of the era, ranging from the rebellious energy of punk, grunge, and rock, to the ethos behind her preppy and vintage-inspired designs. Featured throughout the book are interviews with friends and colleagues Marc Jacobs, Sofia Coppola, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington Burns, and Steff Yotka, who talk about Sui's singular sartorial genius.
Design, When Everybody Designs
The role of design, both expert and nonexpert, in the ongoing wave of social innovation toward sustainability. In a changing world everyone designs: each individual person and each collective subject, from enterprises to institutions, from communities to cities and regions, must define and enhance a life project. Sometimes these projects generate unprecedented solutions; sometimes they converge on common goals and realize larger transformations. As Ezio Manzini describes in this book, we are witnessing a wave of social innovations as these changes unfold--an expansive open co-design process in which new solutions are suggested and new meanings are created. Manzini distinguishes between diffuse design (performed by everybody) and expert design (performed by those who have been trained as designers) and describes how they interact. He maps what design experts can do to trigger and support meaningful social changes, focusing on emerging forms of collaboration. These range from community-supported agriculture in China to digital platforms for medical care in Canada; from interactive storytelling in India to collaborative housing in Milan. These cases illustrate how expert designers can support these collaborations--making their existence more probable, their practice easier, their diffusion and their convergence in larger projects more effective. Manzini draws the first comprehensive picture of design for social innovation: the most dynamic field of action for both expert and nonexpert designers in the coming decades.
Nike - Fashion Icon
Discover the history of the iconic swoosh. This remarkable journey unveils the evolution of a brand that has not only transformed the sports industry but has also shaped popular culture across the globe. Founded in 1964 by Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight as "Blue Ribbon Sports," Nike grew from selling running shoes out of the back of a car to becoming a global icon. From the creation of the revolutionary "waffle sole" shoe to the launch of the Air Jordan line, Nike catapulted into international prominence. This beautifully illustrated book brings to life the defining moments of Nike's history, particularly the brand's breakthrough signing of Michael Jordan in 1984, which set the stage for Nike's dominance in athlete partnership. The development of Nike's powerful slogan, "Just Do It," along with sponsorship deals with icons like Tiger Woods, Serena Williams, and Cristiano Ronaldo also stand out as pivotal moments that established Nike's supremacy in the sports world. What better way to learn about Nike's history than through this visually rich celebration of a global powerhouse in sportswear, blending history, culture, and sport in one.
Notable Woodworkers Since the 1600s
Learn about the influential woodworkers who shaped the craft and inspired us all.Notable Woodworkers Since the 1600s is a concise, informative, and essential reference manual for both hobbyist and professional woodworkers. It describes the evolution of woodworking from the time when individual craftsmen were first recognized as masters at the trade and carries us through centuries of style to modern methodology and materials. The book depicts the journey from adze and spokeshave to CNCs and CAD, with stops along the way in the woodshops of the finest practitioners.While the primary focus is on cabinetmakers and furniture builders, the umbrella also covers designers, educators, and decorative artists such as carvers and turners who have made significant contributions. From Chippendale to Norm Abram, design/build has intrigued both furniture buyers and builders as both a creative art and a way to soothe the soul. Notable Woodworkers introduces the portfolios of familiar names who have guided that quest and personalizes them. It also opens windows on work that may not be so well-known but is equally significant.A perfect gift for the woodworker in your life, this is a sequential, chronological index to those who have piloted growth in the craft--in essence, a Who's Who of woodworking since the seventeenth century from Sheraton and Stickley to Krenov and Maloof. Come, meet the masters . . .
Africa
Gain new perspective on the vibrant and innovative world of contemporary African fashion design, bursting with fresh creativity and free from reductive stereotypes. From the runway in Lagos and music festivals in Casablanca or Nairobi, to the "image makers" of Marrakech and the influencers of Dakar or Accra, a new gener­ation of African fashion designers, photographers, bloggers, and hair and makeup artists are redefining the aesthetic contours of the continent. Audacious, humorous, disruptive, and innovative are the bywords of these young creatives who, while drawing upon and reval­orizing their heritage, offer an ultra-contemporary perspective on fashion today. A creative revolution is spreading in an extension of continental revindication through cultural reappropriation and the invention of a visual language. Appliqu矇 figures straight from Ghanaian Asafo flags seem to chant modern slogans as they march across silk dresses, traditional textile prints give power back to women, and Xhosa beaded embroidery serves as an inspiration for modern knitwear. Body-artists transform themselves into platforms for activism, and photographers--using clothing and finery--question identity, gender, and environment. Urban neighborhoods are reframed in a new light through the lens of ubiquitous smartphones. This volume celebrates a creative, effervescent gener­ation, which--by breaking the rules and rewriting the narrative of the African continent--is inventing a new and resolutely African chapter in the history of fashion that is now resonating across the globe.
The Fashion Book
'The fashion bible.' - VogueThe global bestseller, showcasing more than 500 of fashion's greatest names from A-ZPhaidon's iconic global bestseller The Fashion Book takes a fresh look at the fashion world and the people who created and inspired it. Spanning almost 200 years, the entire fashion industry is represented: from designers to photographers, stylists, and retailers, as well as editors and creative directors.Back in print in a chic new colorway, this new edition marks exciting changes on the fashion landscape. Readers will discover important names who have fundamentally shaped the way we see fashion in recent years, including Virgil Abloh, Gosha Rubchinskiy, and Alessandro Michele, influential photographer Petra Collins, designer and contemporary icon Rihanna, and Leandra Medine, alongside fashion pioneers such as Coco Chanel, Issey Miyake, Kate Moss, Erdem, and Richard Avedon.Ordered A to Z, each entry is illustrated with a full-page image and accompanied by a short, accessible text providing detailed background information and context.
Moomin: Dangerous Journey (Foiled Blank Journal)
A FLAME TREE NOTEBOOK. Beautiful and luxurious the journals combine high-quality production with magnificent art. Perfect as a gift, and an essential personal choice for writers, notetakers, travellers, students, poets and diarists. Features a wide range of well-known and modern artists, with new artworks published throughout the year. BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED. The highly crafted covers are printed on foil paper, embossed then foil stamped, complemented by the luxury binding and rose red end-papers. The covers are created by our artists and designers who spend many hours transforming original artwork into gorgeous 3d masterpieces that feel good in the hand, and look wonderful on a desk or table. PRACTICAL, EASY TO USE. Flame Tree Notebooks come with practical features too: a pocket at the back for scraps and receipts; two ribbon markers to help keep track of more than just a to-do list and robust ivory text paper. THE ARTIST. Tove Jansson was a Finnish-Swedish writer and artist. She first started painting Moomintrolls in 1935 but her stories live on and continue to be adapted and enjoyed by many generations. HE FINAL WORD. As William Morris said, "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."
Alive
A silicone jellyfish with a rat's heart, a drone that smells using the antenna of a moth, wearables made from cultured human skin, an AI-populated digital snack bar in the metaverse. These projects and many more offer a mind-bending, head-turning vision of the future that Madeline Schwartzman demonstrates is just around the corner.Curated from new developments in synthetic biology, artificial intelligence, robotics, engineering, biology, and art, this broad-ranging survey demonstrates the myriad ways in which our perception of what it means to be alive has dramatically changed. Where do we draw the new lines? Are there any boundaries we should not cross? And what if?. . .? By examining these new "beings," Alive maps out a vision of new partnerships, uncanny hybrids, and collaborative intelligences, as science fiction rapidly becomes science fact.
Handcrafted Bicycles
Handcrafted Bicycles: Builders, Frame Design, and Inspiration celebrates the artistry of bicycle building, revealing that bicycles are so much more than a set of handlebars, a seat, a frame, wheels, a chain, and pedals. Bicycles are about the builder, the rider, the ride, riders' needs, special componentry, and aesthetics. This stunning coffee-table book showcases 32 exceptional bicycle builders from 13 countries, capturing their unique designs and the stories that inspire them. Designers include both established and contemporary bike builders who find themselves in demand for an ever expanding cycling culture. Key Features: - 32 Chapters on different bicycle designers: Each featuring striking visuals and engaging text - International perspective: Builders from Australia, Belgium, Canada, Colombia, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, the UK, and the US - Historical context: Insights into the evolution of bicycle design and culture - Personal stories: Anecdotes that illuminate the passion behind each bike This timely publication aims to captivate a new generation of cycling and design enthusiasts.
Procreate for Digital Artists
Turn your iPad and iPhone into professional art studios with step-by-step instructions to enhance your creativity and overcome digital art challengesKey Features: - Master stunning digital art creation, from character design to background settings, to bring your vision to life- Learn how use color and lighting techniques to set the mood and convey emotion in your illustrations- Overcome art challenges and streamline workflows in Procreate to deliver polished resultsBook Description: You know that feeling when you can picture exactly what you want to create-such as a sunlit meadow that glows with warmth-but no matt er what you do, you just can't get the lighting right? Procreate for Digital Artists will help you push past these frustrating roadblocks when your vision doesn't match what's on screen.Made for digital artists and background artists who tackle creative challenges head-on, this Procreate book off ers step-by-step solutions to common pain points. It's like having a pro by your side, showing you exactly how to fix what's not working. By the end of this book, you'll have a reliable set of go-to techniques and the confidence to take on those ambitious projects you've been putting off.What You Will Learn: - Build stunning backgrounds using texture, color, and composition- Master perspective to create depth, realism, and dynamic scenes- Control light and shadow using professional techniques tailored for Procreate- Develop visual storytelling skills to evoke emotion through your art- Apply color theory to improve your digital coloring skills- Create character designs that complement your background art- Explore digital techniques for creating engaging background conceptsWho this book is for: This book is for digital artists and designers working in fields such as children's books, animation, film, video games, and concept art. A basic understanding of digital painting and Procreate, including familiarity with the interface and tools, is required to get started.Table of Contents- Crafting Stunning Backgrounds with Advanced Techniques- Drawing Intricate Details with Precision- Mastering Perspective for Dynamic Scenes- Enhancing Lighting to Elevate Your Artwork- Exploring Color Theory for Vibrant Illustrations- Crafting a Mood and Atmosphere with Useful Techniques- Storytelling Through Art: Creating Visual Narratives- Designing Characters that Blend Seamlessly into Backgrounds- Perfecting Composition for Visually Striking Art- Step-by-Step Guide to Drawing Compelling Backgrounds
Dior by Yuriko Takagi
A unique collection of photographs by Yuriko Takagi, showcasing her poetic and surrealist look at Dior haute couture creations. An important addition to the library of leading artistic photographers working to interpret the fashion house's oeuvre. Takagi is an icon of Japanese photography, her enchanting and otherworldly images are built with a unique and careful consideration of shadows, the result of a career-long contemplation of natural light--a theme that plays a pivotal role in her work for Dior. This book features exclusive shootings by Takagi of the most emblematic Dior haute couture designs. Takagi delivers her personal reinterpretation of the essence of Dior, opening a profound dialogue between her artistic conception and the codes of the House. Her photographs capture an ephemeral, intangible quality of the subjects, and her signature technique of layering images, in this case of flowers and architectural motifs over toiles of dresses and models, creates a dreamlike atmosphere. The result is a collection of great poetry, a surrealist promenade through Dior's eras, and a unique observation of the inventiveness of the House over the decades.
