Wanna learn fashion? From home?

In these uncertain times most of us are locked at home looking for something to do well who knows, maybe you could be the next Armani. I will present you some of the best books (according to critics), based on fashion designers. You can probably find some juicy secrets and ways to succeed in becoming a fashion designer.

Gucci: “The Making Of”

Gucci: “The Making Of” by Frida Giannini. Gorgeously designed book detailing the history, influence + innovation of the world-renowned fashion house Gucci. Features thought-provoking essay, anecdotes + archival photographs to give greater insight about the Gucci label. Perfect heartfelt tribute to the iconic brand.We start off with one of the most well received fashion books maybe ever. It released in 2011 and it was an instant success. It focuses on how Gucci became what it is today and it manages to tell this story pretty well.

You can currently get it from Urban Outfitters for 85 euro.

 

Vogue on Christian Dior

In 1947, Christian Dior stunned the fashion world with his first collection, the “New Look,” which transformed the way women dressed, and he continued to send shock waves with his later shows, significantly altering the fashion landscape. Vogue on Christian Dior tells the story of Dior’s search for the perfect line and how his unique style and vision of women’s ideal silhouette developed. One of the most famous designers of the 20th century, his name still fronts one of the most successful haute couture fashion houses. Vogue on Christian Dior is a volume from the series created by the editors of British Vogue. It features 20,000 words of original biography and history and is studded with 80 colour and black-and-white images from their unique archive of photos taken by the leading photographers of the day, including Cecil Beaton, Horst P. Horst, Irving Penn, and Richard Avedon.

Currently on retail for 94 euro.

The Little Book of Chanel

(Little Book of Fashion)

Little Book of Chanel is the pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated story of the most celebrated fashion designer in history. Chronicling the life and legacy of Coco Chanel, one of fashion’s most influential couturiers, this gorgeous book offers a fascinating account of Chanel’s evolution and innovation. From her early days of millinery, through her revolutionary inventions in sportswear and jersey fashions for women, to the classics that made her name, such as the Chanel cardigan jacket, little black dress and exquisite perfumes. Detailed photographs and sketches of Chanel’s designs, along with fashion photography and catwalk shots, pay tribute to one of the world’s most highly regarded fashion houses and the woman behind it, making a striking gift for any lover of fashion.

Currently on sale for 56 euro.

Those are just a fraction of the great fashion books out there, however these are the most renown from recent years. They are obviously a good read so if you are wandering what to do, why not read a new book. In terms of books related to fashion i think that those deserve their rating and I can recommend them.