Icons of Fashion: The Twentieth Century Gerda Buxbaum (1999, Hardcover) Prestel

Dive into a century of style with this stunning hardcover of 'Icons of Fashion: The Twentieth Century' edited by Gerda Buxbaum, published by Prestel in 1999. This is an opulent and essential coffee table book and reference guide for any fashion enthusiast, student, or designer. It offers a comprehensive, visually rich journey through 80 topical chapters, celebrating the groundbreaking trends and iconic designers that shaped 20th-century style—from the revolutionary shifts of the 1920s flapper, the elegance of haute couture like Chanel and Dior, the rebellious spirit of the 1960s, to the grunge and supermodel era of the 1990s. Featuring glamorous photography and insightful texts, this volume is an invaluable piece of fashion history and a brilliant addition to any collection. The book is in good condition, showing only minor shelf wear typical for its age, making it a desirable find for collectors.