Synopses & Reviews
Features everything from the early-day drawstring purses to the latest Chanel bag.”
Marie ClaireExploring the changing styles and uses of bags from the Middle Ages to the present day, this gorgeous bookfeaturing specially commissioned photography of bags from the Victoria and Alberts world-famous collectionsincludes everything from delicate drawstring purses to must-have designer handbags by the likes of Chanel, Moschino, and Prada.
Synopsis
This colorful account contains a gallery of wonderful images: from delicate drawstring purses to large work bags. Streamlined modern creations by designers such as Prada and Moschino are contrasted with pretty, witty confections by lssey Miyake and Nathalie Hambro.
About the Author
Claire Wilcox is Senior curator in the V&As Furniture, Textiles and Fashion Department. As well as curating the highly anticipated exhibition
The Golden Age of Couture (V&A 2007), she curated
Vivienne Westwood (V&A 2004),
The Art and Craft of Gianni Versace (V&A 2002) and
Radical Fashion (V&A 2001), and edited the accompanying books.