This catalogue offers the first comprehensive study of James’s life and work, highlighting his virtuosity and inventiveness as well as the colorful cast of benefactors and clients who supported him.
Charles James is fashion's best-kept secret.
In this book, the first in a new series examining the working methods and dressmaking practices of great designers, James's reputation is re-examined and his most breathtaking designs are analyzed in exacting detail-- from magnificent ...
Drawing on never-before-seen archival material, and packed with insider insights and how-to guides, the book enables fashion students, designers, researchers, and enthusiasts to understand, replicate, and adapt the work of a fashion genius.
Charles James: Genius Deconstructed
Inspired by the discovery of long-overlooked interviews conducted just before his death, this is the first biography of the visionary fashion designer Charles James.