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Fashion History Talks! In conversation with fashion historian Lydia Edwards

by Cassidy Zachary

“Since I was four years old and wanted to be a ‘knight in shining armour’ (definitely not a damsel in distress), dress history has been present in my life.” –Lydia Edwards I have said it before and I will say it again: clothing speaks, or as haute couturier Paul Poiret pointed out, they sing: “A … Continue reading Fashion History Talks! In conversation with fashion historian Lydia Edwards

The Art of Dress: Marion Cotillard for Dior Magazine no. 1, September 2012

by Cassidy Zachary

“It’s another way to communicate luxury,” said Dior’s Chief Executive Sidney Toledano on the debut of Dior Magazine in 2012, “This is not a catalogue. It’s fresh and modern. It’s how we see ourselves; our own maison. I think it translates perfectly the mood of the company right now.” Actress Marion Cotillard, who has worked with … Continue reading The Art of Dress: Marion Cotillard for Dior Magazine no. 1, September 2012