
Silver and Gold
The autobiography of Norman Hartnell
Norman Hartnell(Author)
V & A Publishing
Published on 4. June 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-85177-966-6 (ISBN)
Description
Sir Norman Hartnell (1901-1979) was the star of London couture during the interwar years, gaining international fame as dressmaker to the British royal family.
His autobiography, first published in 1955, tells the story of the creation of his couture house in 1923, his formal appointment as dressmaker to the royal family in 1935, and the most momentous commissions of his career: Princess Elizabeth's wedding gown in 1947 and her magnificent coronation dress six years later. Best known for romantic eveningwear shimmering with beads and embroidery, Hartnell is credited with reintroducing the crinoline to world fashion through his full-skirted designs for Queen Elizabeth. Silver and Gold describes an extraordinary life with elegance and panache.
His autobiography, first published in 1955, tells the story of the creation of his couture house in 1923, his formal appointment as dressmaker to the royal family in 1935, and the most momentous commissions of his career: Princess Elizabeth's wedding gown in 1947 and her magnificent coronation dress six years later. Best known for romantic eveningwear shimmering with beads and embroidery, Hartnell is credited with reintroducing the crinoline to world fashion through his full-skirted designs for Queen Elizabeth. Silver and Gold describes an extraordinary life with elegance and panache.
Reviews / Votes
'originally published in 1955 but still on point' -- The Gloss, March 2019 -- 'Silver and Gold is highly recommended, and, with its lovely cover illustrated by Beatriz Lostale, would make a charming addition to any bookshelf' -- Meredith Noorda, The Journal of Dress History, Volume 5, Issue 1, Spring 2021More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 131 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
173 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-85177-966-6 (9781851779666)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Norman Hartnell (1901-1979) was Britain's most successful mid-century couturier, most famous for his work with Queen Elizabeth II.