Yves Saint Laurent, les coulisses de la haute couture à Lyon (book)

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Yves Saint Laurent: Behind the Scenes of Haute Couture in Lyon (book) by Laurent Wauquiez and Madison Cox (Foreword), Collective. 2019. Libel Editions. 168 pages. Very good condition. French texts.

Yves Saint Laurent: Behind the Scenes of Haute Couture in Lyon (Libel Editions, 2019) – Official exhibition catalog of the Lyon Textile Museum.

Dive into the heart of Yves Saint Laurent’s creative process and discover the exceptional connections between Parisian haute couture and Lyon’s textile expertise. This magnificent book reveals how the great couturier collaborated for over forty years with Lyon’s silk manufacturers and suppliers to create his iconic collections.

Crepe, muslin, taffeta, velvet, figured fabrics… From the raw material to the final garment, this book offers a unique glimpse into Yves Saint Laurent’s creative process. It highlights the Lyon textile houses that contributed to the excellence of his designs, from original sketches to exceptional fabrics, including artisanal techniques and rare archives.

A fascinating tribute to one of the greatest couturiers of the 20th century and to the Lyon textile industry, the true cradle of French luxury.
Perfect for fashion enthusiasts, Yves Saint Laurent aficionados, textile professionals, and lovers of Lyon’s heritage.

Features:
– Authors: Esclarmonde Monteil, Aurélie Samuel, and others
– Foreword: Laurent Wauquiez, Madison Cox
– Format: Hardcover, 168 pages, richly illustrated
– ISBN: 978-2-917659-87-8

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