The Little Dictionary of Fashion: A Guide to Dress Sense for Every Woman Hardcover – Illustrated, November 1, 2007

 

About the Author

Christian Dior was born in France in 1905. After serving as an officer during World War II, he opened The House of Dior in 1946 and launched the “New Look” in 1947. Dior brought the center of the fashion world back to Paris, where he reigned over the fashion world until his death in 1957.



Product details

  • Grade Level: 8 and up
  • Hardcover: 128 pages
  • ISBN-10: 0810994615
  • Item Weight: 10.4 ounces
  • Product Dimensions : 5.45 x 0.75 x 7.3 inches
  • ISBN-13: 978-0810994614
  • Publisher: Harry N. Abrams; Illustrated Edition (November 1, 2007)
  • Reading level: 13 and up
  • Language:: English

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