THE FASHION DESIGN DIRECTORY

Written by an expert whose fashion knowledge extends around the globe, The FashionDesign Directory presents an enticing panorama of around 150 of the most influentialplayers in the world of fashion from the beginning of the 20th century to the presentday – the people and companies who have shaped contemporary fashion and defined themodern perception of style. Engaging, informative text sets the scene for each designer– their origins, their ethos and their pathway to success – while striking runway imagesshowcase statement looks and pieces from each designer’s career. Together, they givea compelling overview of their defining collections and labels.