'Christian Dior, the essence of style', Megan Hess's illustrated biography of a legend
MADRID, 22 Jan. (CHANCE) -
Talking about Christian Dior is talking about fashion. The creator of the New Look, the classic Bar suit and the Miss Dior fragrance revolutionized the way women dressed in the 1940s and 1950s. A reference for many, without a doubt, that's why you can't miss this illustrated biography of one of the most acclaimed designers of all time and that you will enjoy from the first page of 'Christian Dior. The essence of style'.
Megan Hess, a prominent fashion illustrator who has already succeeded in creating the biography of other personalities such as Coco Chanel with her peculiar strokes, presents us on this occasion with the many facets of the Dior universe: the man, the brand and the legend.
Dior, a relatively late creator, burst into the world of fashion in 1947, when he was already forty-two years old. However, he would soon be one of the most influential couturiers in the world. She conceived silhouettes that blended creative vision with technical precision, and her designs were the epitome of feminine opulence.
In addition, we will get to know his most personal side, the least known. Reserved, not very fond of fame and highly superstitious, he was also an extraordinary businessman who, in just a decade, managed to turn a small workshop located in the heart of Paris into a vast company with international scope.
As a couturier, Christian Dior stood out for his creativity, for leading a global firm and for being one of the most celebrated designers of the 20th century. However, as a man, Christian Dior stood in stark contrast to that public image and was much more reserved and discreet than one might imagine.
In this book, with the unmistakable strokes of illustrator Megan Hess, he discovers a prodigious man who lived through one of the most turbulent times in history and changed the course of fashion forever. He will also tell us about his difficult beginnings, how he decided to create the Maison Dior and the legend he left behind, along with his legacy, the same day he passed away.
Megan Hess, the author of this biography, was born to draw, trained in graphic design, specialized in art direction, and has since worked for the world's leading design agencies. In 2008 she illustrated 'Sex and the City' and since then she has drawn for Dior Couture, she has created illustrations for Cartier and Louis Vuitton in Paris... A hallmark that makes her unique and that she has once again reflected in 'Christian Dior, the essence of style'.
