Thames & Hudson - Shocking: The Surreal World of Elsa Schiaparelli

Explore the revolutionary career of Elsa Schiaparelli with this Thames & Hudson publication. Created to accompany the major exhibition at the Musee des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, this book serves as a vital reference for fashion lovers and historians alike. Learn about the life of the couturiere who became a central figure in Paris fashion between the two World Wars. The text follows her journey from her first knitwear collection in 1927, featuring successful trompe-l-oeil motifs, to the opening of the Maison Schiaparelli in the Place Vendome in 1935. This work provides a deep look into the legacy of a designer who transformed the fashion landscape through her unique vision and artistry.