Synopses & Reviews
The peacock has replaced the penguin.”--GQ, 1969
In the 1960s mens fashion, particularly in England, witnessed an extraordinary rebirth that led to lasting social, cultural, and commercial change what media commentators coined the Peacock Revolution. The Day of the Peacock takes a fascinating look at the shops, celebrity photographers, tailors, and fashionable men who made up the Swinging Sixties” scene.
Neatly evoking the 60s atmosphere of optimism and opportunity, this richly illustrated memoir by fashion insider Geoffrey Aquilina Ross looks at the eras most dashing figures fashion designer and Carnaby Street entrepreneur John Stephen; Savile Row tailor Tommy Nutter, whose clients included Mick Jagger, the Beatles, and Elton John; photographers Cecil Beaton, David Bailey, and Patrick Lichfield; hairdresser Vidal Sassoon, actors Michael Caine and Terence Stamp and discusses such iconic London shops as Granny Takes a Trip, Blades, Hung on You, and Mr Fish. With photographs, ephemera, and outfits from the V&As superb archives, The Day of the Peacock brings back an unforgettable time.
Synopsis
"A man should look as if he has bought his clothes with intelligence, put them on with care, and then forgotten all about them."
For all men—and indeed all women who are interested in men's clothes—here is an alphabetical guide to men's fashion written with wit and expert knowledge. From the etiquette of dressing for all occasions to the meaning of technical terms, Hardy Amies's skillful eye guides you safely through style decisions on everything from blazers and brogues to skiing and sandals. No man can afford to be without this classic style bible.
EXHIBITION SCHEDULE:
Victoria and Albert Museum, London, September 22, 2007 & January 6, 2008
"There's no such thing as a designer of menswear-—it's only history. The suit around the world is based on the english suit, which began in about 1670.
Any man, whether he's american, japanese, french or whatever, who wants to be seriously well dressed, looks to the englishman's suit for how to achieve it."—from abc of men's fashion
Synopsis
A to Z of Style brings together the secrets of style from the worldand#8217;s greatest fashion designers, their famous clients, and others from the world of fashion in this delightful illustrated dictionary. This gifty guide preserves the wisdom of fashionand#8217;s big names, from Chanel on perfume, to Dior on elegance, to Schiaparelli on hats. This charming compendium is illustrated with newly commissioned line drawings by Emma Farrarons of accessories and clothing from the VandAand#8217;s celebrated fashion collection. With timeless advice for women and men alike, this handy guide is essential reading for anyone with a love of fashion and style.
About the Author
Amy de la Haye is a curator and dress historian. She is a professor at London College of Fashion and was formerly Curator of 20th Century Fashion at the VandA. She is the author of Chanel. Emma Farrarons is a French illustrator and designer living in London. She has illustrated I Want Those Shoes and The Queenand#8217;s English. Devi Kroell launched her namesake label in 2004, specializing in cutting-edge accessories. She quickly won acclaim, receiving the prestigious CFDA Swarovski award in 2006, designing her first ready-to-wear collection in 2008, and opening her flagship store on Madison Avenue in 2009. In 2011, Kroell reemerged with her new line, DAX GABLER.