I have to write an essay on something that I consider to be a masterpiece, and why I think that is so. Instead of doing something boring and generic (the Mona Lisa, for example), I think I’ll write about Dior’s Tailleur Bar suit. It’s the famous cream-and-black ensemble that launched the New Look.
So I’m looking for details on its construction. I do have Couture Sewing Techniques, but it’s not immediately at hand, and I haven’t really ever read the jackets/suits section. Does anyone know if this informaion is available? And if so, where can I get my hands on it?
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Google it! Try finding your info on the internet.
Nancy
Caro
Is you assignment done? If not I have about 5 references for you which should be available from your public library, depending on where you are and how large your home town is.
Christian Dior, the Early Years 1947-57; Esmerila de Rethy;Vendome Press;2001
Christian Dior 1905-0957; Francois Giroud;Rizzoli (press/publ); 1987
Christian Dior; Diana De Marly; Holmes and Meier; 1990
Christian Dior- the Man Who Made the World Look New;Marie France Pochna;Arcade;1996 & 1994
Dior in Vogue;Brigid Kernan;Harmony Books;1991
If it's not too late I hope this helps
L
Louise- not too late at all! (OK, so I've been a slacker.) Thanks so much for all those books; I'll be sure to nose around for them. Hopefully something good c0omes up- and if not, it'll definitely be fun reading! :D
Caro
You're welcome. I think there was a citation for Vendome Press, if there was, some of the master's secrets will be unlocked. They print scaled down actual patterns!
Bliss!
Louise
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