{"title":"Caroline de Guitaut","description":"\u003cp\u003eCaroline de Guitaut offers a captivating exploration of style and identity through her works, blending meticulous research with an engaging narrative. Readers can delve into the intimate relationship between fashion and historical figures, uncovering the stories woven into their wardrobes and public personas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer books invite an appreciation of fashion beyond mere aesthetics, highlighting its role as a cultural and artistic expression. Ideal for those interested in \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, de Guitaut’s writing illuminates the elegance and symbolism behind iconic styles throughout history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"queen-elizabeth-ii-fashion-style-by-caroline-de-guitaut-9781909741942","title":"Queen Elizabeth II: Fashion \u0026 Style","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Elizabeth II: Fashion \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/em\u003e by Caroline de Guitaut provides a fascinating exploration of the late Queen's unique and significant personal dress collection. Recognised as one of the most stylish women of the twentieth century, Queen Elizabeth II's fashions have influenced generations of designers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Queen's ensembles, seen on a global stage, were designed with purpose. She consciously selected colours and accessories that served a subtle diplomatic effect during tours or when meeting heads of state. Aware of the impact of her dress when performing public duties, her off-duty and ready-to-wear styles were equally elegant and quintessentially British.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCaroline de Guitaut delves into Queen Elizabeth II's fashion archive, presenting favourite childhood dresses, stylish daywear, exquisite evening gowns, and uniquely tailored ceremonial dress. This documentation illustrates the evolution of royal fashion during her 70-year reign. The book also honours renowned designers such as Sir Norman Hartnell and Sir Hardy Amies. These designers, among others, maintained a unique relationship with the Queen, documented through accessories, fashion sketches, design albums, and correspondence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Queen was a steadfast supporter of British fashion throughout her life, from the couturiers of the 1940s to the creation of the British Fashion Council award in her name in 2018. The book includes a tribute by Dame Anna Wintour CH, DBE, an essay by Professor Amy de la Haye on the wider context of British fashion in the twentieth century, and reflections by contemporary designers such as Richard Quinn and Erdem Moralioglu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67712086835436,"sku":"9781909741942","price":100.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781909741942-queen-elizabeth-ii-fashion-style-1.jpg?v=1791848298"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/caroline-de-guitaut.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}