Christian Lacroix and the Tale of Sleeping Beauty
A Fashion Fairy Tale Memoir
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On Sale:
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3/03/2011
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Formats:
Hardback | E-Book
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Can dormant beauty really be awakened by a Princely touch?
The classic story of Sleeping Beauty has had us believing so for years. Now, spun as if by magic from the threads of the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tale comes the enchanting memoir of fashion designer Christian Lacroix—the haute couture icon whose creations have invited millions of women to enjoy the fairy princess fashions of their dreams. Sorcery and style combine in this enchanting new twist on a time-honored tale; re-imagined by international bestselling author Camilla Morton, and illustrated by Monsieur Lacroix himself, the spell cast by Christian Lacroix and the Tale of Sleeping Beauty will reawaken every reader’s childhood fantasies—reassuring you that dreams really do come true…
About the Fashion Fairy Tale Memoir Series
Each book in this inspired series from fashion writer Camilla Morton inventively reimagines one of our favorite "Once Upon a Time" stories, blending with it the real-life story of a famed fashion designer. Lushly illustrated by the designers themselves, these tales illuminate each iconic individual's creative magic while celebrating his unique life and career. The result is an intriguing combination of whimsy and memoir.
In this contemporary twist on the tale of Sleeping Beauty, Monsieur Lacroix exercises a stunningly diverse array of artistic styles, revealing many more mesmerizing sides to his fertile imagination than those we have already seen in his magnificent fashions.
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Author Extras
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Critical Praise for
Christian Lacroix and the Tale of Sleeping Beauty
“The must-have guide to year-round fabulousness.”
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Vogue
“A great fashion read . . . Not only is this a practical book of fashion tips and facts presented as a month-by-month guide, but there’s also useful travel advice by designers such as Paul Smith, Christian Lacrois, and Manolo Blahnik.”
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The Observer (UK)
“A fabulous fashion bible for the entire year.”
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Daily Mail (London)
“[An] ultra-chic and inspiring book. . . . It serves not only as the perfect gift, but as a totally fantastic tool to help revitalize your spirit month by month. Who would deny wanting the sexy appeal of Gisele with the brains of Audrey Hepburn? This book is the guide to the best of all worlds. . . . Sizzling hot. . . . [Morton] isn’t a girl that glosses over the surface of things. She gets deep into the soul and substance of living an inspired life. . . . For under twenty bucks, you are giving the rosetta stone of style! . . . I’m in love with this book. . . . Why put off being fabulous?”
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Modern Girl Style (moderngirlstyle.com)
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