Art Design

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Little black dresses. Fake pearls. Jersey knit. Blazers. Ballet flats. Today - and for nearly the last hundred years - we all see some version of Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel every time we pass a woman on the street. But few among us realize that Chanel’s role in the events of the twentieth century was as pervasive as her influence on fashion, or how deeply she absorbed and then brilliantly reimagined the historical currents around her.

Visual Impact is the ultimate crash course for marketers, small business owners, and content creators who want to create high-performing visuals—without being a designer. Forget complex design theory or expensive tools. This practical, beginner-friendly guide walks you through everything you need to know to craft attention-grabbing, scroll-stopping, and conversion-driving visuals for social media, ads, websites, and beyond.

Dawnn Karen is a pioneer in the field of fashion psychology, and she has spent years studying the relationship between attire and attitude. In Dress Your Best Life she goes far beyond well-known makeover advice, pushing you to ask yourself: Are my clothing choices hurting me or helping me to achieve my life goals? Her book will help you discover your unique style story, become a smarter shopper, use color to your advantage, match moods to clothing choices, and embrace new or different standards of beauty.

Look closely at any typically "American" article of clothing these days, and you may be surprised to see a Japanese label inside. From high-end denim to oxford button-downs, Japanese designers have taken the classic American look - known as ametora, or "American traditional" - and turned it into a huge business for companies like Uniqlo, Kamakura Shirts, Evisu, and Kapital. This phenomenon is part of a long dialogue between Japanese and American fashion.

As a young woman, Kate Betts nursed a dream of striking out on her own in a faraway place and becoming a glamorous foreign correspondent. After college—and not without trepidation—she took off for Paris, renting a room in the apartment of a young BCBG (bon chic, bon genre) family and throwing herself into the local culture. She was determined to master French slang, style, and savoir faire, and to find a job that would give her a reason to stay.

In this utterly charming volume, Stephen Fry excavates his epic collection of neckties and shares the stories behind them. From the traditional "egg and bacon" colors of the Marylebone Cricket Club to the exuberant Dalmatian pattern of a 1980s Nicole Miller design, each tie tells a story.

Unveil the timeless artistry of leather belt crafting with "The Belt Maker's Guide," your ultimate e-tome to mastering the juxtaposition of durability and style in the age-old tradition of belt making. Whether you're an enthusiast delving into the realm of leathercraft or a seasoned artisan seeking to refine your skills, this comprehensive guide is your gateway to a deeper understanding and appreciation of leather belts as both a functional accessory and a fashion statement. Embark on a historical expedition exploring the evolution of leather belts from their utilitarian origins to their ...

Christian Dior's career, a veritable fairy tale, is set in a rich tapestry of Paris cultural life before, during, and after the war. Much of Dior's daily inspiration emanated from the world of the intellectual and artistic elite, in which he moved with such people as Erik Satie, Francis Poulenc, Henry Sauguet, Jean Cocteau, and Raoul Dufy.

The Art of Quilting for Beginners & Beyond A Visual Step By Step Guide to Mastering the Art of Quilting Carol Ann Maurer has been quilting since 1988. She taught at Lone Star College, Great Expectations Quilts, Time Treasured Quilts, Quiltworks, aboard the m/s Norwegian Dream, Song of Flower (cruise ships),to name a few and teaches classes in her own private studio at home in Houston, Texas. She is an accomplished educator who shares her knowledge through her DVDs, classes, workshops and quilt lectures throughout the country. Carol Ann wrote this book with the beginner in mind explaining in...

Step into the serene world of "The Art of Less," where the quiet hum of creativity whispers the profound truth of simplicity. This transformative eBook invites you to embark on a journey of artistic decluttering, unraveling the complexities that shroud the true essence of creativity. Let the chapters become your stepping stones along the path toward a minimalist lexicon, where every word, every stroke, and every silence speaks volumes. Begin your odyssey with the origins and philosophies that have shaped minimalist creativity throughout time. Uncover the psychological underpinnings that ...

Finally, we are learning that simplicity equals sanity. We’re rebelling against technology that’s too complicated, DVD players with too many menus, and software accompanied by 75-megabyte “read me” manuals. The iPod’s clean gadgetry has made simplicity hip. But sometimes we find ourselves caught up in the simplicity paradox: we want something that’s simple and easy to use, but also does all the complex things we might ever want it to do.

Step into a world where fire meets sand, and creativity fuses with science in "The Alchemy of Fusion," your ultimate guide to the magical art of glass fusing. Imagine crafting stunning glass pieces that radiate with life, color, and texture. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned artist seeking to refine your craft, this remarkable eBook offers a treasure trove of knowledge, ready to transform your artistic journey. "The Alchemy of Fusion" is not just a book; it's an immersive experience for anyone enthralled by the luminous allure of glass art. Your adventure begins with the ...

The Psychology of Fashion offers an insightful introduction to the exciting and dynamic world of fashion in relation to human behaviour, from how clothing can affect our cognitive processes to the way retail environments manipulate consumer behaviour. The book explores how fashion design can impact healthy body image, how psychology can inform a more sustainable perspective on the production and disposal of clothing, and why we develop certain shopping behaviours.

What you need to know to protect your designs and get them built as you envision them; how to get and keep clients and become their trusted advisor and professional—every architect needs the answers in this concise, thorough, and listenable guide.

Eighty-six-year-old Betty Halbreich is a true original. A tough broad who could have stepped straight out of Stephen Sondheim's repertoire, she has spent nearly forty years as the legendary personal shopper at Bergdorf Goodman, where she works with socialites, stars, and ordinary women off the street. She has helped many find their true selves through clothes, frank advice, and her own brand of wisdom. She is trusted by the most discriminating persons - including Hollywood's top stylists - to tell them what looks best.

Le Corbusier famously said, "A house is a machine for living in." We now confront the litany of environmental challenges associated with the legacy of the architectural machine: a changing climate, massive species die-off, diminished air and water quality, and resource scarcities. Brook Muller offers an alternative: water-centric urban design that fosters sustainability, equity, and architectural creativity.

Developers in the rapidly changing field of programming often look for quick and interesting approaches to understand difficult ideas. Emerging as a great tool for combining visual storytelling with technical information to improve learning are programmers' infographic books. Unlike traditional programming books loaded with thick text, these books provide knowledge utilizing diagrams, flow charts, mind maps, and images, therefore making coding concepts more approachable and remembered.

With $1,500 and no business experience, Mel and Patricia Ziegler turned a wild idea into a company that would become the international retail colossus Banana Republic. Reimagining military surplus as safari and expedition wear, the former journalist and artist created a world that captured the zeitgeist for a generation and spoke to the creativity, adventure, and independence in everyone.

You can learn to crochet in as little as a few days. If you’re looking for easy crochet projects for beginners, this is your guide! From first stitches to finishing a project, this book will lead you step-by-step along the way. I wrote this guide in a way that is easy to understand and follow for anyone interested in learning the art of crochet. I placed images and illustrations in every step so you not only read the instructions but also can visualize the steps. This is truly a beginner’s guide to learn the fast and easy way to crocheting. Crochet is easy, fun to learn, and has so many...