Perry Ellis: an American original
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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Banks, Jeffrey 1955- (Author), De la Chapelle, Doria (Author), Lennard, Erica 1950- (Author)
Other Authors: Jacobs, Marc 1963- (Author of introduction, etc.)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York Rizzoli 2013
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Abstract:"In the late '70s, spirited young designer, Perry Ellis introduced a fresh, witty and relaxed new sensibility to American sportswear, initially for women and a few years later, for men. The clothes were easy, oversized, slouchy, but classic at heart and they caused a sensation. Ellis, who once told the New York Times that he 'always made a determined effort to do something different,' did just that, creating a series of signature looks such as his 'dimple' sleeves and single-cabled sweaters that set his clothes apart from everyone else's. Nearly three decades after his untimely death, the legacy of the designer Ellis is still very much felt. Perry Ellis: An American Original is the first complete monograph to celebrate his exceptional career. The beautifully illustrated book showcases Ellis's designs through a combination of photography and sketches, providing an insightful look at each season of his career, from 1976 to 1986, offering readers unique access to editorial and ad campaign photographs from the archives of brilliant photographer Erica Lennard, with whom Ellis worked almost exclusively. Included here are ephemera, a treasure trove of drawings, and never-before-published photos from the personal collections of the designer's friends and family, adding insight to Ellis's unique aesthetic while solidifying his place as one of the key contemporary designers of American fashion"--Amazon.com, viewed November 6, 2013
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (page 286)
Physical Description:287 Seiten 32 cm
ISBN:9780847840700
0847840700