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Book Synopsis Couture Bridalwear by : Margot Arendse
Download or read book Couture Bridalwear written by Margot Arendse and published by Potomac Books. This book was released on 2000 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -- A comprehensive guide to creating couture bridalwear, including dresses, trains, veils, head dresses, and the use of decorative techniques-- Includes step-by-step diagrams and comprehensive instructions, and illustrated with sketches of the completed design-- Areas of interest include Introduction to Design: Revision of Basic Pattern Cutting Skills; Choosing a Style; Designing and Cutting Necklines; Trimmings; and Beading-- 170 b/w line illustrations
Download or read book Bridal Couture written by Susan Khalje and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 1997 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create a fantasy! Susan Khalje guides readers through the principles and techniques of designing, constructing, and embellishing wedding gowns and evening wear. Ideal for the bride-to-be or seamstress. Learn how to choose the right fabric, work with lace, and problem solve tricky construction issues.
Book Synopsis Couture Wedding Gowns by : Marie Bariller
Download or read book Couture Wedding Gowns written by Marie Bariller and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 2015-05-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From hand drawn sketches to stylised photographs at fashion shows, from backstage shots to close ups of accessories and details of the fabrics, the book contains an ample and varied selection of illustrations from renowned designers.
Download or read book Bridal Gowns written by Susan E. Andriks and published by Palmer/Pletsch Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents designs, patterns, techniques, and instructions for sewing a variety of bridal gowns and veils suitable for individual body types.
Download or read book The Wedding Dress written by Becky Drinan and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the one. The Wedding Dress: How to Make the Perfect One for You offers many indispensable tips - Advice on dresses to flatter every body shape All the information you will need on equipment Fabrics: selection and types Sewing techniques How to work from patterns How to alter patterns Say "Yes" to the dressmaker. Professional dressmaker Becky Drinan guides you through the entire process of making your own made-to-measure wedding dress Picture Perfect. 500 stunning, colorful and enlightening photographs and 45 illustrations will help you create the perfect gown. In addition to the three beautiful and elegant gown patterns, you will learn to sew: a lace bolero three veil styles Presenting 3 gorgeous gowns. These gowns embody the key styles featured in a number of the designs throughout the book. You can get to work right away: Three pull-out pattern sheets are enclosed in a clever pocket at the back of the book.
Book Synopsis Monique Lhuillier by : Monique Lhuillier
Download or read book Monique Lhuillier written by Monique Lhuillier and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This ultra-stylish debut book celebrates the eternally feminine, whimsical, and divinely chic red-carpet dresses and bridal gowns created by one of fashion’s foremost designers. Internationally acclaimed fashion designer Monique Lhuillier started by designing exquisite bridal wear in 1996 in Los Angeles. With collections that are sophisticated and feminine and appeal to modern women, Lhuillier expanded to include ready-to-wear, footwear, bags, accessories, and fragrances. Her distinct aesthetic is inspired by her mother’s graceful style combined with Lhuillier’s trademark refined touch of romance—adding a splash of glamour and a playful fairy-tale element to each design. From dazzling red-carpet cocktail dresses and alluring eveningwear to her showstopping bridal gowns, every beautiful piece is created with the finest fabrics and unparalleled craftsmanship. This debut volume captures the joy, chic opulence, and modern femininity of the Monique Lhuillier brand. The designer takes us through page after page of gorgeous celebration gowns and ready-to-wear pieces: sequin-embellished tulle frocks, elegant long-sleeved sheath gowns with front slits, and luxurious couture wedding dresses with flutter sleeves—all embodying Lhuillier’s inventive romanticism with a modern tilt. Loyal celebrity fans include Emma Stone, Halle Berry, Blake Lively, Gwyneth Paltrow, Taylor Swift, Reese Witherspoon, Regina King, Jessica Alba, and former First Lady Michelle Obama, among others. Replete with eye-catching color photographs of Lhuillier’s dreamy designs, this elegant book will appeal to lovers of fashion and style, as well as future brides-to-be looking for inspiration.
Book Synopsis Couture Sewing Techniques by : Claire B. Shaeffer
Download or read book Couture Sewing Techniques written by Claire B. Shaeffer and published by Taunton Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fashion historian Shaeffer opened the door to the exclusive realm of haute couture in her authoritative guide to the techniques that define couture sewing. And now, "Couture Sewing Techniques," has been revised and updated throughout. Full color.
Book Synopsis The Wedding Dress by : Eleanor Thompson
Download or read book The Wedding Dress written by Eleanor Thompson and published by Prestel Publishing. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For brides-to-be or any reader with a fascination for couture, here is the essential guide to the best wedding dresses of modern times--the 50 iconic designs that made fashion history. This fascinating look at nearly two centuries of bridal fashion presents 50 of history's most famous dresses, revealing why and how they continue to inspire brides and designers today. Lavishly illustrated spreads lay bare the anatomy of each show-stopping ensemble: silhouette, fabrics, construction techniques, embellishments, and even hidden details. From the white wedding dress worn by Queen Victoria in 1840 to couture creations by Karl Lagerfeld, Alexander McQueen, Vera Wang, and Vivienne Westwood, The Wedding Dress examines the features of each and every design in chronological sequence. Find out why Queen Victoria draped herself in white lace, how Paul Poiret's knee-length dress ushered in the era of the flapper bride, why Wallis Simpson wore blue on her wedding day, and how Elsa Schiaparelli reinvented the veil. Also included are dresses worn by some of the world's most stylish women--Jacqueline Kennedy, Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn--as well as contemporary fashion icons such as Gwen Stefani, Dita Von Teese, and Kate Moss. Vivid photographs, detailed diagrams, and biographies of the dresses' designers make this an indispensable resource for brides, designers, stylists, wedding planners, or anyone interested in the extraordinary world of bridal couture.
Book Synopsis Making Vintage Wedding Dresses by : Ciara Phipps
Download or read book Making Vintage Wedding Dresses written by Ciara Phipps and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2017-06-30 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the heavily beaded tubular dress of the 1920s through to the body-skimming shift dress of the 1960s, this book looks at and celebrates the historic shapes, detailing and romance of vintage wedding gowns. Equipped with instructions, patterns and photos, it explores the history of wedding wear and explains how to make a vintage wedding gown inspired by historical fashions and trends. A beautiful and practical book, it will inspire everyone who wants to express themself through timeless and elegant styles. Step-by-step instructions are given for making each dress and are complemented by close-up photographs of historic details and decoration. This beautiful book will be of particular interest to wedding dress designers, seamstresses and brides, vintage enthusiasts of 1920s-60s and theatre designers. Beautifully illustrated with 105 colour close-up photographs of historic details and 21 patterns with step-by-step instructions.
Author :Cy DeCosse Incorporated Publisher :Creative Publishing International ISBN 13 :9780865732872 Total Pages :0 pages Book Rating :4.7/5 (328 download)
Book Synopsis Sewing for Special Occasions by : Cy DeCosse Incorporated
Download or read book Sewing for Special Occasions written by Cy DeCosse Incorporated and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 1994 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to make a beautiful dress suited for any special occasion. From selecting the perfect fabrics to adding the final applique of beaded lace, readers can plan and sew a bridal gown and other formal wear.
Book Synopsis Haute Couture Fashion Illustration Resource Book by : Irina V Ivanova
Download or read book Haute Couture Fashion Illustration Resource Book written by Irina V Ivanova and published by Art Design Project, Inc. This book was released on 2016-09-16 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complexity made easy! Illustrate Haute Couture style dress or bridal gown without unnecessary stress and mistakes. This book is for everyone who designs, illustrates, or works with "haute couture style" fashion. If you need to illustrate wedding dresses, evening gowns, one of a kind outfits loosely covered by the term "haute couture," this book is for you. With the Haute Couture Fashion Illustration Resource Book, you will Be more productive. The book is for busy professionals who value their time and effort. The book includes figure drawing templates, so you do not have to draw your fashion illustration from scratch! Select a croquis from the book and sketch over it. Jumpstart your project! This book breaks through creative blocks by offering ideas of dress silhouettes and inspiring step-by-step drawing demos. Be focused on the practical aspects of fashion design. You need to illustrate your dress with an understanding of sewing and fabrics. All illustrations of the dress elements in this book were created with the expert knowledge of Haute Couture construction. Learn how to draw accurately. All drawings in this book are simple pencil drawings with step-by-step demos, making it easier to see the illustration process. Learn visually. Are you a visual learner? Then this book is for you! The book has almost no text, just terms, and captions. The Haute Couture resource book is not a book to read; it is a tool to practice. Stay focused on details. In many cases, Haute couture-style dress is all about intricate details. To draw complex design elements accurately and fast could be an intimidating task, and this book contains a series of clearly depicted details. It is easier to get your project done with this book on your desk. In the Haute Couture Fashion Illustration Resource Book, you will find 700+ hand-drawn pencil illustrations collection of dress silhouettes with examples and analytics 18 haute couture style figure templates basic terminology of wedding dresses and evening gowns step by step drawing tutorials gallery of dress elements such as necklines, sleeves, hemlines, waistlines, trains gallery of headwear details such as veils, blushers, hair decorations, and flowers collection of structural elements of dresses and gowns such as cascade, drapery, gathers, pleats, ruffles, flares Save time and effort and achieve professional-grade results with the Fashion Illustration Resource Book. This book will be equally valuable to advanced designers and novices in fashion illustration.
Download or read book New York Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1994-03-14 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.
Book Synopsis The Art of Couture Sewing by : Zoya Nudelman
Download or read book The Art of Couture Sewing written by Zoya Nudelman and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2016-03-10 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Couture Sewing is a practical guide to custom techniques in the construction of couture garments. Beginning with a brief history of haute couture, the book covers tools and supplies then discusses matching fabrics with the appropriate needle, thread, pressing, and construction techniques. The types of closures, hems and finishes used in couture as well as basic draping techniques are discussed. The text is filled with step-by-step techniques along with clear instructions and illustrations. Nudelman covers many embellishment techniques, including beading, embroidering, and fine stitching with added sections on shisha, couching, eyelet overcasting and ribbon rosette stitches. Highly illustrated with photographs of couture designs as well as close-ups of finishes and details, The Art of Couture Sewing will inspire the design of high-quality garments using couture techniques. New to this edition ~Expanded coverage of corset history, design, and construction ~New chapter on constructing large skirts including trains, hoop skirts, and petticoats ~Updated fashion photographs and new illustrations throughout the book Features ~End-of-chapter biographies discuss notable designers and their couture techniques, such as Paul Poiret, Coco Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, Jean-Paul Gaultier, and Vera Wang ~More than 1,300 color photos and illustrations
Book Synopsis Couture Techniques by : Fox Chapel Publishing
Download or read book Couture Techniques written by Fox Chapel Publishing and published by Design Originals. This book was released on 2011 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "llustrated Guide to Sewing: Couture Techniques" guides readers through the characteristics that separate basic sewing from couture such as a custom fit, meticulous handwork, and quality construction. Starting with an overview on important topics such as working with fine fabrics, custom fitting garments, and hand stitching, readers will go on to learn how to create one-of-a-kind fashions that have shape, strength, and beauty with close-up chapters on creating couture collars, necklines, sleeves, and more
Book Synopsis An Introduction to Wedding Dress Alterations by : S. L. Harbour
Download or read book An Introduction to Wedding Dress Alterations written by S. L. Harbour and published by . This book was released on 2018-04-23 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With many bridal shop owners readily admitting that they '...can't sew a button on.' It is little wonder that a bridal seamstress is a much sought after member of staff.Many talented dressmakers will balk at the prospect of altering a bridal gown quite simply because it is venturing into the unknown. Bridal alterations can be time consuming but they are not complicated - if you know what you are dealing with.An Introduction to Wedding Dress Alterations offers a glimpse into the wonderful world of bridal wear. In this book we will delve into the secrets of bridal construction, fitting techniques and the all-important conversing with the bride, yes, really, fitting bridal gowns is not all about thimbles and thread.If you are a dressmaker and are eager to learn more about bridal wear or even if you have your own bridal boutique, then this book will be your essential starting point into the wonderful world of Wedding Dress Alterations.
Book Synopsis Say Yes to What’s Next by : Lori Allen
Download or read book Say Yes to What’s Next written by Lori Allen and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2020-07-14 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Women today are facing so much uncertainty—about life and the future. The need to pivot is stronger than ever, but many of us feel powerless to change or simply don’t know how to take that essential first step. For Lori Allen, business owner, breast cancer survivor, and star of TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta, these vital life lessons are the inspiration for her new book. Say Yes to What’s Next is more than just a guide for our best tomorrows, it’s the beginning of a life-makeover movement for women of all ages. Lori Allen’s advice stems from the ups and downs of her personal life: from building one of the biggest and busiest bridal megasalons in the country to navigating her position in the sandwich generation and caring for a husband battling cancer during her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Lori shares her life experiences with confidence, wisdom, and her signature humor to model how today’s women—especially those of us approaching age fifty and beyond—can live out the coming years as the best of our lives. Whether you’re feeling invisible, ignored, or like your voice doesn’t matter, or you’re simply uncertain about what’s next, Lori offers advice on what to do, what not do, and how to see your way through the unexpected. In Say Yes to What’s Next, Lori addresses crucial issues, such as how to pivot, embrace the unexpected, and live out your passion how to practice essential self-care that enriches your mind, body, and spirit how to make space for yourself and your priorities while still being a caring partner, parent, and friend how to maintain a close circle of girlfriends at every age and stage of life how to take charge of your money and attain financial freedom and security Say Yes to What’s Next is a life makeover and therapy session all in one, as Lori helps women from all walks of life shape their futures with confidence, style, and sass. This is your opportunity to get real with yourself, to give yourself the truest form of self-care by putting yourself first. Discover your potential by saying yes to what’s next.
Download or read book Vogue Weddings written by Hamish Bowles and published by Knopf. This book was released on 2012-10-30 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exquisite collection of nearly 400 iconic, inspirational wedding photographs of royalty, models, artists, actors, musicians and designers who have appeared in Vogue through the magazine’s 120 year history. Showcasing the work of legendary photographers such as Cecil Beaton, Patrick Demarchelier, Jonathan Becker, Norma Jean Roy, Mario Testino, Irving Penn, Arthur Elgort, Richard Avedon, Helmut Newton, and Annie Leibovitz, Vogue Weddings will transport you to a myriad of romantic settings around the world, from storied castles, palaces, and cathedrals, to weddings by the sea or in the countryside. Here are the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in London; Sofia Coppola and Thomas Mars in Italy; Kate Moss and Jamie Hince in the Cotswolds; Lauren Bush and David Lauren at the RRL Ranch in Colorado; Marina Rust and Ian Connor in Maine; Lauren Davis and Andrés Santo Domingo in Cartagena, Colombia as well as such iconic photos as Bianca and Mick Jagger in the car after their wedding in St. Tropez. A chapter on models’ weddings includes portraits of Natalia Vodianova, Coco Rocha, Maggie Rizer, Stella Tennant, Lara Stone and Cindy Crawford among others in their own wedding dress choices. Vogue Weddings also features behind-the-scenes details from Hamish Bowles; personal wedding stories from Mario Testino, Plum Sykes, Marina Rust and Sarah Mower; and fashion portfolios created by the magazine’s editors of bridal photo shoots, many including couture.
