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A selectively curated overview of the little black dress in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, organized by Vogue contributing editor and fashion force André Leon Talley and published on the occasion of an exhibition at the SCAD Museum of Art (Savannah College of Art and Design), André Leon Talley Gallery. Featuring an impeccably selected group of about sixty dresses from many of the most eminent fashion houses, the book is a celebratory tribute to the iconic little black dress and its deeply resonant cultural and social significance in the modern era.

Defined by the simplest parameters—color and shape—yet voluminous in possibility, the little black dress is personalized by the designer who imagined it and the woman who wears it. In one silhouette it can capture a woman's allure, and in one evening worn provide her with a reservoir of memories. It can sum up in one wardrobe reconnaissance the way you wore the way you were. A little black

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"...the inimitable André Leon Talley, has culled fashion’s archives for the best Little Black Dress, in his latest book of the same title. It’s an homage to that staple of the modern wardrobe that is all things to all women — sexy, classic, sophisticated, mysterious." ~Tory Burch

"...this book is a classic style reference for women..." ~brides.com

“Little Black Dress
celebrates the breadth and depth of this dress from its roots until today…this is a timeless book…so go get one for yourself and pick up an extra copy or two as a gift for any of your fashion friends!” ~hautepinkbham.com

“...its trim size (perfect), production quality (flawless), and photography (stunning).” ~New York Journal of Books

“…the book contains all of the exquisite designs in a chic as well as grand coffee table book that will compliment any fashionista’s stylish décor.” ~thesimplyluxuriouslife.com

“There are some drop-dead gorgeous gowns and dresses, elegantly, dramatically photographed by Adam Kuehl in black and white.” ~Wagmag.com

The Little Black Dress

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    A Hardback by André Leon Talley, Paula Wallace, Gioia Diliberto

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      Publisher: Rizzoli
      Publication Date: 4/2/2013 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780847840571, 978-0847840571
      ISBN10: 0847840573

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      A selectively curated overview of the little black dress in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, organized by Vogue contributing editor and fashion force André Leon Talley and published on the occasion of an exhibition at the SCAD Museum of Art (Savannah College of Art and Design), André Leon Talley Gallery. Featuring an impeccably selected group of about sixty dresses from many of the most eminent fashion houses, the book is a celebratory tribute to the iconic little black dress and its deeply resonant cultural and social significance in the modern era.

      Defined by the simplest parameters—color and shape—yet voluminous in possibility, the little black dress is personalized by the designer who imagined it and the woman who wears it. In one silhouette it can capture a woman's allure, and in one evening worn provide her with a reservoir of memories. It can sum up in one wardrobe reconnaissance the way you wore the way you were. A little black

      Trade Review
      "...the inimitable André Leon Talley, has culled fashion’s archives for the best Little Black Dress, in his latest book of the same title. It’s an homage to that staple of the modern wardrobe that is all things to all women — sexy, classic, sophisticated, mysterious." ~Tory Burch

      "...this book is a classic style reference for women..." ~brides.com

      “Little Black Dress
      celebrates the breadth and depth of this dress from its roots until today…this is a timeless book…so go get one for yourself and pick up an extra copy or two as a gift for any of your fashion friends!” ~hautepinkbham.com

      “...its trim size (perfect), production quality (flawless), and photography (stunning).” ~New York Journal of Books

      “…the book contains all of the exquisite designs in a chic as well as grand coffee table book that will compliment any fashionista’s stylish décor.” ~thesimplyluxuriouslife.com

      “There are some drop-dead gorgeous gowns and dresses, elegantly, dramatically photographed by Adam Kuehl in black and white.” ~Wagmag.com

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