In this exquisite book, Mats Gustafson’s watercolors and collages take the place of the camera to capture the spirit and beauty of Dior. Although illustration was essential for promoting fashion in the first half of the 20th century, photography has dominated since the 1970s; thus, when Dior commissioned Swedish illustrator Mats Gustafson to portray its collections in 2012, it marked a return to the elegance of fashion’s original form of expression. Dior by Mats Gustafson presents this inspired collaboration for the first time, with vibrant watercolors and collages that capture the glamorous world of the house: haute couture masterpieces, contemporary ready-to-wear, and iconic accessories, evoking the chic cultivated over seventy years. A must-have for illustrators, artists, and fashion enthusiasts, this magnificent volume is an illustrated ode to the enduring allure of Dior.
