Theatre de la Mode: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture [Paperback]

Edmond Charles-Roux (Author), Herbert R. Lottman (Author), Stanley Garfinkel (Author), Nadine Gasc (Author), David Seidner (Photographer), Susan Train Paris Vogue (Introduction), Colleen Schafroth (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2002

Harnessing the romance of the world of fashion and high art, this fascinating story of a collection of miniature mannequins describes the birth of Theatre de la Mode, the Theater of Fashion. Full of stars such as Robert Ricci (Nina Ricci's son), filmmaker Jean Cocteau, and other members of the 1944 haute couture industry, the story follows 237 miniature fashion dolls through their epic tour of Europe and North America, bringing fashion, elegance, and beauty into a war-torn world. Also included are new colour photographs of the mannequins, the reconstructed sets, and close-up details of clothing so sewers, designers, and fashion mavens can appreciate the creativity of Paris designers at the end of World War II.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The history is fascinating reading, but the illustrations are the most captivating part of the book..." -- Galatea Magazine, Autumn 2003.

About the Author

Edmonde Charles-Roux et al

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Palmer/Pletsch Publishing; 2 edition (September 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0935278567
• ISBN-13: 978-0935278569
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #244,487 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars from a British vintage fashion lover, November 25, 2002

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"purple1764" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Theatre de la Mode: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture (Paperback)

I,m absolutely delighted to see this book back in print as I ,ve been searching for itf for years. The enlarged photos give an even better view of the detail and workmanship in these tiny garments. IIt,s a lovely symbol of postwar renewal and optimism to be treasured always.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great book, but the pictures aren't so hot..., May 17, 2004

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"bighottuna65" (Portland Oregon) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Theatre de la Mode: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture (Paperback)

The color and lighting in most of the photographs is poor...I understand this is an 'art' book, but when I am looking for a specific design, if the picture is going to be no bigger than a business card, I would hope it would at least be a straight on shot done in good lighting. If you want that, this is NOT the book for you...check it out from the library, at least then your disappointment won't cost you 20 bucks.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Saw them in person...., April 15, 2007

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S. Finch (Boringsville, Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Theatre de la Mode: Fashion Dolls: The Survival of Haute Couture (Paperback)

I went to the museum that owns this collection... the Maryhill Museum of Art in Washington State (About 2 hours outside Portland, OR). The photos don't do these creations justice I must say. The details on such a tiny scale are truely amazing! I've been meaning to get this book, its been on my wish list forever. I ended up getting it at the museum for full price, but it was worth it!