Famous Frocks: The Little Black Dress
Patterns for 20 Garments Inspired by Fashion Icons
Nonfiction, Art & Architecture, General Art, Fashion, Health & Well Being, Self Help
| Author: | Dolin Bliss O'Shea | ISBN: | 9781452130446 |
| Publisher: | Chronicle Books LLC | Publication: | August 12, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Chronicle Books LLC | Language: | English |
| Author: | Dolin Bliss O'Shea |
| ISBN: | 9781452130446 |
| Publisher: | Chronicle Books LLC |
| Publication: | August 12, 2014 |
| Imprint: | Chronicle Books LLC |
| Language: | English |
Coco Chanel, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly. . . . Each of these women had an influential take on the most classic wardrobe staple of all: the Little Black Dress. In this chic sewing book, patternmaker Dolin Bliss O'Shea pulls inspiration from famous LBDs throughout history—including Mary Quant's mod mini, a classic wrap dress worn by Liza Minelli, Princess Diana's smart A-line, and more—and offers patterns for reinterpreted versions that are perfectly stylish. Including 10 full dress patterns with sewing variations to make 20 garments in all, a primer on sewing techniques, vintage photographs of style icons, and full-color shots of the finished pieces, this book has everything fashionistas need to bring timeless style right into their closets.
Coco Chanel, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly. . . . Each of these women had an influential take on the most classic wardrobe staple of all: the Little Black Dress. In this chic sewing book, patternmaker Dolin Bliss O'Shea pulls inspiration from famous LBDs throughout history—including Mary Quant's mod mini, a classic wrap dress worn by Liza Minelli, Princess Diana's smart A-line, and more—and offers patterns for reinterpreted versions that are perfectly stylish. Including 10 full dress patterns with sewing variations to make 20 garments in all, a primer on sewing techniques, vintage photographs of style icons, and full-color shots of the finished pieces, this book has everything fashionistas need to bring timeless style right into their closets.
