In Vogue: An Illustrated History of the World’s Most Famous Fashion Magazine

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In Vogue offers a captivating exploration of the history behind the globe’s most influential fashion magazine. This comprehensive collection is enriched with hundreds of stunning covers and archival pages from past editions of Vogue, showcasing the artistry of some of the 20th century’s most esteemed artists, cover illustrators, and photographers. Notable contributors include Edward Steichen, Toni Frissell, Erwin Blumenfeld, Irving Penn, Richard Avedon, David Bailey, Helmut Newton, Annie Leibovitz, Mario Testino, Steven Klein, Bruce Weber, and Herb Ritts.

The journey began in 1909 when Condé Nast, a visionary entrepreneur from New York, revitalized a struggling society journal, transforming it into the most glamorous fashion magazine of the era. In Vogue chronicles the magazine’s evolution—from its origins as a social gazette in the late 19th century, through the exploration of modern fashion photography and innovative visuals in the mid-20th century, to its current status as the leading style magazine.

This book delves into the inner workings of Vogue, offering insights into runways, editorial meetings, and the meticulous crafting of its pages. The thoroughly researched narrative includes first-person accounts, interviews with editors and photographers, and excerpts from notable articles penned by acclaimed writers such as Truman Capote, Aldous Huxley, Richard Burton, Federico Fellini, and Marcello Mastroianni.

Unmatched in its breadth and beautifully illustrated, In Vogue is destined to be a pivotal publication on the intertwined subjects of culture, art, fashion, photography, and media.

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