Oscar de la Renta: His Legendary World of Style

Oscar de la Renta: His Legendary World of Style

A sumptuous monograph tracing the life and legacy of fashion luminary Oscar de la Renta. ï»¿In October 2014 one of the fashion worldâ€™s champions, Oscar de la Renta, passed away, a great loss brightened by the innumerable successes of his half-century reign. The acclaimed fashion designerÂ dressed first ladies from Kennedy to Obama, and celebrities from BeyoncÃ© to Sarah Jessica Parker. Renowned for his unique charm, impeccable taste, and original lifestyle, he married the highest standards of French couture with the ultimate motivation that women must look and feel beautiful.Â
In this intimate volume, longtime editor and friend AndrÃ© Leon Talley recounts de la Rentaâ€™s journey through nearly 70 iconic dresses, mainly made for private clients, accompanied by fascinating stories of the exquisite craftsmanship and the legendary friends that brought each gown to life. Born in the Dominican Republic in 1932, de la Renta left for Madrid at nineteen to study art, where he rose to prominence as a sketch artist for newspapers and fashion houses. From his apprenticeship under CristÃ³bal Balenciaga to his eponymous collections, the designerâ€™s simple lines elevated with a flamenco dancerâ€™s flourish reflect his deep connection to his roots and his commitment to transcendence through beautiful garments.

Country	USA
Brand	Rizzoli Electa
Manufacturer	Rizzoli Electa
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	100 color and black and white illustrati
Color	Multicolor
ReleaseDate	2015-09-15
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9780847847174

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