Isabella Blow was said to have been a one-off of her own creation in a world of copycats. She had a gift for spotting fashion genius—her discoveries included Alexander McQueen, Hussein Chalayan, and Sophie Dahl, all of whom became instantaneously iconic. Her eye put her at the center of the high fashion scene, yet Isabella’s pedigree, intoxicating energy, wicked sense of humor, boundaries-pushing aesthetics, and her willingness to wear the outrageous made her into a fashion icon.
This elaborate volume, published by Rizzoli with Somerset House and in association with the Isabella Blow Foundation and Central Saint Martins to accompany the exhibition is an exhaustive survey of Isabella’s personal collection. With over 100 gorgeous full-color and black-and-white photographs shot exclusively for this publication by Nick Knight, this volume is the first to catalogue her own famous wardrobe that includes thousands of pieces by the most important contemporary designers, including McQueen, Philip Treacy, and Manolo Blahnik. The impact of Isabella’s influence can be seen within this captivating and inspiring volume, an essential addition to libraries of the fashionable, cultured, and eclectic.
Text by Caroline Evans, Alexander Fury and Shonagh Marshall, Edited by Alistair O'Neill, Photographed by Nick Knight.
Hardcover.- 168 pages
Publisher.- Rizzoli International Publications (20 Nov 2013)
Language.- English
ISBN-10.- 0847841723
ISBN-13.- 978-0847841721
Product Dimensions.- 32.2 x 24.2 x 2 cm
