Author: Cassidy Zachary

Cassidy Zachary is a fashion historian, research consultant and writer living in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She also works as a costumer in film and television. Her first book entitled Fashion and the Art of Pochoir, written with co-author April Calahan, is to be published by Thames & Hudson later this year.

The Art of Dress: Valentino’s stunning collaboration with Canadian artist Christi Belcourt for Resort 2016

by Cassidy Zachary

Since 1993, Canadian artist Christi Belcourt has been creating visually arresting paintings representative of the floral beadwork of the Métis and First Nation women of Canada. Belcourt herself is of Métis heritage. The intricate beaded works of her people are feats of exquisite artistry, representing the highest levels of craftsmanship. It is an art form … Continue reading The Art of Dress: Valentino’s stunning collaboration with Canadian artist Christi Belcourt for Resort 2016

Born on this day in Fashion History: Rose Bertin, July 2, 1747

by Cassidy Zachary

Happy birthday to Marie Antoinette’s premiere marchande de modes, Rose Bertin, born on this day in 1747. Bertin’s meteoric rise to success began in 1772, when she opened her own shop, after having apprenticed to a marchande de modes for years. She quickly developed an affluent clientele, but no one would prove as important to her … Continue reading Born on this day in Fashion History: Rose Bertin, July 2, 1747