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London is the most diverse of all the great fashion megacities, drawing from a vast palette of cultures, artistic disciplines and historical references to produce some of the world’s best loved and most influential trends. From the flappers of the 1920s to the swinging ’60s, from punks and new romantics to the 21st-century modes of sustainability and representation, the storied British capital has made a habit of crystalising youthful rebellion by wearing its identity on the outside. Home to Vivienne Westwood, Burberry and Palace, iconic stores like Harrods, Harvey Nichols and Selfridges, as well as some of the most famous fashion streets on Earth, including Carnaby Street, King’s Road, Savile Row and many more. London. In Fashion is an unmissable opportunity to walk among London’s trendsetters without leaving your own home. From Paris and New York to more surprising hotbeds of style, the In Fashion series invites you to discover the most fashionable locations in the world. Covering high fashion, classic street style and trendsetting people, as well as interiors, streets, shops and more, each beautifully presented volume offers a unique glimpse into the clothes and fashion culture of a distinct and remarkable destination. Perfect for fans of fashion and travel.

"... a wonderfully kinetic, joyful, and gorgeous tribute to Kirk’s work for just about every edition of Vogue" — Vogue.comNeil Kirk in Vogue: The Supermodel Years is a unique retrospective of 1980s and ’90s fashion, as captured by one of the most exceptional photographers of the era. A prominent and prolific fashion photographer for over four decades, Neil Kirk’s sensational body of work has left a lasting impression on designers, editors and catwalk models across the fashion industry. A frequent contributor to Vogue US, British, Italia and Deutsch throughout the ’80s and ’90s, his photographs helped propel some of the biggest fashion names into the public sphere during an era when supermodels were becoming A-list celebrities and fashion designers were pioneering an innovative take on modern luxury. With a foreword by Bryan Ferry and contributions from Helena Christensen, Claudia Schiffer, Manolo Blahnik, Sam McKnight, Stephen Jones, Yasmin Le Bon, Christian Lacroix and Jasper Conran among others, this is every fashion lover’s dream in one beautifully illustrated, must-have volume. Featuring Salma Hayek, Carla Bruni, Cindy Crawford, Yasmeen Ghauri, Valentino Garavani, Vivienne Westwood, Malcom McLaren, Ewan McGregor, Kate Winslet, Jerry Hall, Linda Evangelista, Rachel Williams, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Robin Wright and many, many more.

"... a must-read for the consummate jewelry and design enthusiast." — Duly Noted"Lavishly illustrated with stories, archival sketches and photographs, it is as bold as the jewellery itself." — Country Life Magazine"In this moment of renewed interest in 1990s minimalism, Elizabeth Gage’s bold gold jewelry is a refreshing reminder of the joys of maximalism." — 1stDibsElizabeth Gage MBE has enjoyed a glittering career as the brilliant mind behind some of the greatest jewellery designs of the past 60 years. Her work is revered for combining historical references with a modern aesthetic and marrying strong design concepts with sublime craftsmanship. Telling the story of her rise to become one of London’s most celebrated jewellers, this stunning monograph showcases Elizabeth Gage’s finest handmade creations, including gold rings, necklaces and earrings, bracelets shaped like autumn leaves, tourmaline cabochons engraved with trees, diamond-studded fish carrying pearls in their tails and Roman coins set in agate coat pins. Featured in the permanent collection of the V&A and exhibited around the world, her pieces have been worn by the likes of Jackie Kennedy and Lauren Bacall and treasured, according to The New York Times, by those seeking greater ‘strength, originality, storytelling.’Winner of multiple prestigious awards, Elizabeth’s love for her craft shines brightly on each page, making this a must-have for jewellery and art lovers everywhere.

Independent jeweller Hannah Martin has earned a reputation for fearless creativity and design coupled with impeccable execution. Often referred to as ''a Suzanne Belperron for the modern age'', her mastery of every step of the art of jewellery making from conception and design to craftsmanship is unparalleled.Central Saint Martins-trained, she honed her skill high above the Place Vendome in the jewellery studios of Cartier. Fascinated by gender fluidity from the start, she struck out on her own in 2005 and founded Hannah Martin London with little more than fierce determination and the goal of making ''beautiful jewellery for men that their girlfriends want to wear'', unheard of at the time in an industry that remains, even today, stubbornly rooted in traditional notions of gender.After 20 years in the industry, Hannah remains every bit the iconoclast, an outlier guided by the same instincts, values and fierce independence that set her apart from the start. Her creations are coveted by both men and women for their elegance and exquisite originality.Hannah Martin: Iconoclast explores Hannah’s body of work, her inspirations and influences over the course of her career from her days at Central Saint Martins to today. It is a deeply personal account of her journey in an industry that leaves little room for individuality.

Restomods: The New World Order of Handcrafted Cars celebrates the thrilling world of super-refined and highly personalised car restoration. Fusing classic design with cutting edge technology requires an almost impossible level of imagination, creativity and workmanship, resulting in models that frequently test the technical boundaries of vehicle design and engineering. Restomods collects over 50 companies who are at the forefront of this world, among them Singer, Eagle, Tuthill & Alfaholics. Each of the featured firms has contributed directly to these pages, supplying specifications, quotes and the very highest quality professional photographs. The result is a spectacular volume that showcases the new world order of personalised automobile restoration.   Restomods: The New World Order of Handcrafted Cars is the first volume in the Cars Reimagined series, showcasing the cars and their creators who are pushing motor vehicles to the next level.

RHS Botanical Illustration: The Gold Medal Winners collects outstanding examples of botanical illustration from around the world, all of which have been awarded prestigious gold medals by the famous Royal Horticultural Society. This new updated and extended edition includes all new gold medal winners from the past four years with an additional 29 stunning works from 14 new and accomplished artists. The RHS only award their gold medal to the most outstanding artists, encouraging the international artistic community to perform to the highest standard for the RHS annual exhibition, now held at the Saatchi Gallery in London, which runs for six weeks every summer. This gold medal is a highly coveted testament to an artist’s abilities, and the illustrations gathered in these pages demonstrate great attention to detail, masterful colour work and outstanding technical skill.Insightful commentary on the artists’ creative process accompanies each picture. The perfect book for the lover of horticulture, as well as an excellent reference both for botanists and aspiring artists, this collection also includes an updated introductory essay that delves into the history of the RHS.

From Paris and New York to more surprising hotbeds of style, the In Fashion series invites you to discover the most fashionable locations in the world. Covering high fashion, classic street style and trendsetting people, as well as interiors, streets, shops and more, each beautifully presented volume offers a unique glimpse into the clothes and fashion culture of a distinct and remarkable destination.Paris is perhaps the most widely recognised fashion capital of all, with Haute Couture setting the standards for all others to follow. The Parisian shows are some of the hottest dates in the fashion calendar and the locals have a penchant for being as chic as they are streetwise. PARIS. In Fashion is your opportunity to visit the grand fashion houses, take inspiration from timeless Parisian outfits, sit front row at the catwalk shows and walk among the beautiful buildings without leaving your own home.An unmissable treat for fans of both fashion and travel.  

“A love letter to Italy expressed through fashion, craft, tradition, festivities, camaraderie, and sense of la dolce vita.” — Forbes”Dolce&Gabbana’s Alta Moda shows are the epicentre of Italian fashion. The luxury lifestyle brand began its annual grand flourishes in 2012 and has since made a custom of staging the last word in Italian elegance with shows unlike any other, each lasting an entire weekend at an exclusive, invitation-only location.Behind the scenes of these unique events, the preparations are meticulous, with designers, models, crew members, directors and makeup artists, all adding their finishing touches before the first silhouette is cast out on the runway. Matt Lever is one of only a handful of photographers ever invited to the shows. Covering almost every show since their inception, his images of the backstage commotion take us on a visual journey through Dolce&Gabbana’s intimate inner workings.Lavishly illustrated, La Dolce Vita is a sublime coffee-table volume, perfect for fans and followers of high fashion and a compelling work of art for anyone with in an interest in the sculpting of the most lauded pageants in the fashion calendar.

Sneakers: The Classics is a beautifully illustrated anthology of the must-have sneaker models. In these pages, fashion, sport, culture, and history are finely stitched together. Every entry features gorgeous photographic spreads, in-depth historical context, technical sheets and aesthetic mood boards, reflecting the cultural and stylistic relevance of each shoe, including classics like the 1969 Adidas Superstars, New Balance 990s from 1982, the gorgeous 2017 Off White Air Force 1s and many more. First created as sports shoes, sneakers have accompanied many of history’s greatest sporting triumphs. In tennis, basketball and skateboarding, from the Olympic Games to the concrete arenas inhabited by budding athletes throughout the world’s urban spaces, sneakers have helped make the impossible a reality. For young activists in the post-war era, sneakers became emblematic of youthful independence, and their bold patterns continue to represent individuality and freedom. Written by Maria Luisa Miraldi, Director of the Tribeca Design Studio, this is a vital body of work for sneakers fans, collectors, designers and dreamers.

* The most significant collection of Prince images ever assembled * Impeccably printed, sumptuously designed, large format hardback book from the publisher of the bestselling book Bowie: Icon * Top photographers, iconic images, wonderful surprises This sumptuous and luxuriously produced volume gathers portraits, album covers, photographs of performances and rehearsals, rarely seen private moments, and candid snapshots of Prince, one of the greatest singer-songwriters of his generation. This collection from ACC Art Books & Iconic Images - publishers of the bestselling book Bowie: Icon - was curated in consultation with Steve Parke, and its impact is both powerful, and inspiring. With images by renowned and little-known photographers from around the world, close friends, and colleagues, the result is the most opulent visual anthology of Prince that has ever been published. Accompanying personal essays and reflections offer unprecedented insight into what he was like: from memories of the earliest days in Minneapolis to touring the world, each contributor shares their memories and experiences of working with - and knowing - this legendary artist.

The inside story of RAD – Britain’s seminal skateboarding publication Commentary from the original editorial team Lovingly illustrated with archival photography A thrill-ride ride through the skateboarding subculture of the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s Perfect for skate fans and photography buffs For British skateboarders in the mid-’80s, RAD (aka Read and Destroy) was more than just a magazine. Before the X Games, before the internet, a whole generation of this once underground subculture relied on RAD to provide a beacon, bringing them together in spirit and in person. Under the guidance of editor and chief photographer, Tim Leighton-Boyce, RAD took on an experimental, irreverent approach with a vibrant, chaotic energy. The legacy of the magazine is an action-packed photo archive documenting a unique time, place and attitude, capturing the death and rebirth of skateboarding as it evolved into a mainstay of extreme sports and street culture the world over. This book reveals that archive in all its glory, offering an inside view of skateboarding and youth culture from the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s, told primarily through the experiences of the British skate photographers at the core of the magazine’s original editorial team.

- Timepieces selected by senior horological expert Osvaldo Patrizzi - Comprehensive work of reference - Analysis of auction results - Finest Patek Phillipe watches - Essential for all enthusiasts - Follow-up to Investing in Wristwatches: Rolex ISBN 9781788841245 Patek Philippe: Investing in Wristwatches offers detailed insights into the world of authenticating and pricing high-value wristwatches, for all collectors from amateur to connoisseur. This publication includes the vast majority of key Patek models, along with their relevant auction results. Each timepiece has been carefully selected by legendary horological expert Osvaldo Patrizzi. These wristwatches excel for a diverse range of reasons, including technical excellence, auction records, design and anecdotal history. A description of each watch is accompanied by its picture, reference and sales values (rights included). The follow-up to Investing in Wristwatches: Rolex, this vital and comprehensive work of reference also includes a system to calculate the currency exchange rate at the time of auction sales. And a comparative analysis of auction results, compiled through close collaboration with the Sotheby's auction house, shows the evolution of prices from the '80s up to the present day.

• Includes iconic, rare and unseen images of The Rolling Stones • Each photographer has selected images for their chapter and written an introductory text about their time working with the band • Produced to the highest quality this will be the photography book of 2023 The Rolling Stones: Icons brings together the greatest photographs ever taken of the greatest rock 'n' roll band of all time. The result is the most important anthology of The Rolling Stones' images ever compiled, featuring the iconic, the awe inspiring and the surprising. Spanning six heady decades, and countless tours and album covers, this thrilling portfolio features imagery from some of the most eminent names in photography, alongside the photographers' own memories and reflections. From Terry O'Neill's images of the young, uncompromising new band taken in Tin Pan Alley, through Michael Brennan's photos of their creative peak in the '70s, and on to the stadium tours of the 21st-century, as shot by Greg Brennan, The Rolling Stones: Icons captures many of the milestone moments of the band's remarkable career. Includes photographs by: Terry O'Neill, Michael Ward, Gered Mankowitz, founding Stones member Bill Wyman, Linda McCartney, Michael Joseph, Tony Sanchez, Dominique Tarle, Ed Caraeff, Barry Schultz, Al Satterwhite, Michael Brennan, Ken Regan, Brian Aris, Denis O'Regan, Douglas Kirkland, and Greg Brennan.

- A meticulously illustrated journey through all things Rolex - Includes images, direct testimonials, unpublished interviews, contemporaneous ads and archive materials - A must-have for all collectors and enthusiasts - Written by author and jewellery expert Mara Cappelletti Rolex, the great creation of inventor and entrepreneur Hans Wilsdorf, is a worldwide phenomenon. This rich photobook uses images, direct testimonials, unpublished interviews, contemporaneous ads, archive materials and excellent narration to recount the path from the inception of this world-famous watch brand to the present day. Follow the evolutionary path of the innovative techniques and extraordinary designs that made Rolex the powerhouse it is today. Discover the true and unique, inimitable Rolex philosophy – the identity at the heart of a century-long success. Written by author and jewellery expert Maria Cappelletti, Rolex Philosophy is a meticulously illustrated journey through all things Rolex. With technical details, auction results, and background insights, this is a must-have for all collectors and enthusiasts.

- Stunning images of global phenomenon Taylor Swift - Revealing fashion insights from the bestselling author of Harry Styles and the Clothes He Wears and Rihanna and the Clothes She Wears - Elegant hardback presentation including real cloth cover - The perfect present for fans and fashionistas Taylor Swift is the quintessential millennial. Free-thinking and creative, she navigates pop stardom with boundless charisma and a keen eye on her digital presence. She has become a truly global phenomenon but remains intimately connected with her fans. A born storyteller, her outfits mark the different phases of her whirlwind life every bit as clearly as her songs. From cowboy boots to cottage-core, Saint Laurent to sci-fi, onstage and on the street, her clothes are always carefully chosen to match the moment. These pages reveal those moments in gorgeous photographic detail with reliably astute analysis from the author of Harry Styles and the Clothes He Wears. The latest in a popular celebrity fashion series, this book charts the style evolution of a hyper-chic superstar at the vanguard of 21st-century culture.

The legendary Ladurée macaron is finally unveiled: recipes for all 80 flavours from the famous brand that created the macaron Bright, colourful packaging and add-on poster enclosed with 101 full-colour photographs of the Ladurée macarons The Ladurée series has sold over 350,000 copies in 9 languages; Macarons are their most iconic product In the middle of the 20th century, Pierre Desfontaines, cousin of Louis Ernest Ladurée, created the first Ladurée macaron by having the genius to stick two macaron cookies together and fill them with a flavourful ganache. Ever since then, the preparation has stayed the same. Each season Ladurée celebrates this little round cake that's crispy outside and soft inside, a perfect balance of aromas and textures, by creating new flavours. Each year the palette of flavours and colours grows, from the classic chocolate or raspberry to festive macarons, exotic flavours for certain destinations, fashion designers, perfumes etc. This book presents each of the 80 Ladurée macarons, their aromas, inspirations, trend books and of course all the recipes to make them at home. At the end of the book there is a practical, step-by-step section to show exactly how Ladurée's chefs make the cookies and the ganache fillings, so you can be sure to succeed in making them too.