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The Beautiful Fall: Fashion, Genius, and Glorious Excess in 1970s Paris

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The Beautiful Fall by Alicia Drake is a captivating narrative that delves into the glamorous and tumultuous world of 1970s Paris fashion. It chronicles the rivalry between fashion icons Karl Lagerfeld and Yves Saint Laurent, exploring their personal and professional lives amidst the backdrop of a city teeming with creativity and excess. The book offers an intimate look at the fashion industry, its key players, and the cultural shifts that defined the era.
Publisher
Back Bay Books
Publication year
2009
ISBN-13
9780316068925
ISBN-10
0316068926
Language
English
Subjects
Fashion History1970s CultureBiographical Non-FictionCultural CommentaryParisian LifestyleFashion IndustryCelebrity BiographiesHistorical Non-FictionArt and DesignSocial History

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