...klobouk měkký, v létě slaměný, nikdy cylindr! ...k odpoledním vycházkám, schůzím i shromážděním se hodil dlouhý tmavošedý kabát (císařský neboli redingot) s vestou v téže látce, vesta ovšem mohla být i barevná. Černý se nosil k odpoledním zábavám nebo slavnostnějším návštěvám, také ho pán mohl vzít večer do divadla či pro jinou večerní příležitost, kde nebyl předepsán frak nebo smokink. Takto se

The most comprehensive, fully illustrated book on women designers ever published - a celebration of more than 200 women product designers from the early twentieth century to the present day This glorious visual celebration of the most incredible and impactful design ever produced by women designers flips the script on what is historically considered a man\'s world. Featuring more than 200 designers

Význam knihy spočívá v mnohosti srovnávaných písem a přístupů, čímž usiluje o kvalitní uvedení do zpracovávané tematiky. Konstrukce nakloněného písma závisí čistě na na autorovi abecedy a tato publikace zaznamenává, porovnává a poměřuje některá z možných řešení.

Numerous designers have pioneered cutting-edge garments and collections throughout the evolution of fashion. But all too often a lack of obvious fit or purpose has been mistaken for a lack of design sophistication. In an informed defence of innovative fashion, Why You Can Go Out Dressed Like That champions the improbable, the provocative, the uncomfortable and the seemingly ridiculous. Inspired by

This is an essential piece of kit for the aspiring fashion designer. Bringing together a wide assortment of technical tips, aide memoires, anecdotal advice, dos and don\'ts, inspirational quotes and best practices. The day-to-day life of any student in fashion school can be hectic; dashing to meet deadlines, sketching in the canteen, late-nights during the shows, putting together your own collection.

This book shows the transformation of an existing apartment with problems into a new, open floor space that satisfies the needs of the owners. The book presents the transformation of this space through full colour and b & w images and drawings of the \'before and after\'. A description of the project, beginning with an overview of the existing conditions and a wish list of changes, adds to the understanding

The experience of craft beer is not just about what\'s in the can, but what\'s on it. A dazzling illustration or a minimalist typographic treatment or even an oil painting - whatever it may be, craft beer branding has become an unexpected canvas where creativity meets commerce. In an increasingly thriving beverage category, microbreweries around the world are defining their ethos and identity through

We all constantly interact with type in almost every aspect of our lives. But how do fonts affect what we read and influence the choices we make? This book opens up the science and the art behind how fonts influence you. It explains why certain fonts or styles evoke particular experiences and associations. Fonts have different personalities that can create trust, mistrust, give you confidence, make

The best-selling PALETTE colour-themed series remains one of the most successful and sought-after references for designers around the world. Its first three editions - Black & White (Vol. 1), Multicolour (Vol. 2) and Gold & Silver (Vol. 3) - form the basis of a classic collection that continues to be relevant and reliable through the variety of compelling concepts and visuals featured; in-demand even

Drawing from Susan Sontag\'s seminal essay, this striking volume explores the meaning of camp and its expression in fashion from its origins to today Although an elusive concept, \"camp\" can be found in most forms of artistic expression, revealing itself through an aesthetic of deliberate stylization. Fashion is one of the most overt and enduring conduits of the camp aesthetic. As a site for the playful

The Art of Mafia III showcases the innovative designs and stunning art behind the latest installment in the Mafia series. In Mafia III, game developer 2K has players join Lincoln Clay as he builds his own criminal organization in 1968 New Bordeaux. Featuring the striking art behind Mafia III, explorations of the characters and locations and commentary from art director Dave Smith, this is an incredible

The Hidden Facts of Fashion is not just a book of random facts - it\'s a combination of fashion, fun, surprise, knowledge, and helpful hacks. Brought to life with photographs and illustrations, The Hidden Facts of Fashion will enrich your fashion knowledge across 80 different topics, revealing phenomena, unexpected history, fun stories, and more.

This book is a comprehensive library of dress styles to be used as a reference for the fashion designer, fashion student and anyone interested in the fashion industry. The book is a springboard for ideas. Designer-educators Tracy Fitzgerald and Alison Taylor document all aspects of the dress, offering a lexicon of design inspiration. Illustrated with a superb catalogue of visual imagery, the book provides

Curated by Ryan Doyle and Mark Edwards, who work together under the name of DR.ME, Cut That Out focuses on the compositions of 50 leading designers and studios from 15 different countries for whom collage has been the key to creating vibrant, effective work - among them Hort, Paul Sahre and atelier bingo. As well as the diverse, cutting-edge work featured throughout, each profile includes a Q&A with

Showcasing over 80 international artists who incorporate embroidery into their practice, this book provides a survey of embroidery in contemporary art, illustrating the huge range of ways in which the craft has been embraced as a form of creative expression. Some artists evoke a kind of nostalgia, rediscovering skills that have fallen from fashion or promoting the value of ancient handicrafts in an

‘This ad is gender neutral’, proclaimed a 2016 poster for the fashion brand Diesel; ‘I resist definitions’, announced a Calvin Klein ad in the same year, while a Louis Vuitton shoot featured Jaden Smith, son of actor Will Smith, wearing a skirt like a natural. Fashion magazines have printed countless features on the blurring of gender barriers, while brands including Yves Saint-Laurent, Gucci, Burberry,

Viewed from the streets, Paris is where true inspiration lies. But stepping inside--where real Parisians live, work, and create--makes the heart beat stronger. For the past decade, French online phenomenon My Little Paris has divulged the city\'s best-kept secrets in fashion, interiors, and lifestyle to some four million subscribers. Now, this creative young team takes us inside thirty-four of their

Clothes define people. A fashion history from the 18th to the 20th century. A person\'s clothing, whether it\'s a sari, kimono, or business suit, is an essential key to his or her culture, class, personality, or even religion. The Kyoto Costume Institute recognizes the importance of understanding clothing sociologically, historically, and artistically. Founded in 1978, the KCI holds one of the world\'s

Kniha představuje významný autorský a ediční počin v oboru, který po dobu své existence vždy patřil v českých zemích k rodinnému stříbru. Kniha je ukázkou toho nejlepšího co může vývoj porcelánu v Číně, v Evropě a v Čechách nabídnout pro naše sváteční i každodenní kulturní stolování. Publikace přináší mimořádně rozsáhlý exkurs do historie a umožňuje tak čtenáři rozpoznat souvislosti, v jakých se obor