The Nineties x Anna Sui

From her iconic hippie- and grunge-inspired collections to her beloved baby-doll dresses, Anna Sui's clothing defined 1990s fashion.

A favorite of Gen Z and Gen X nostalgics alike, the '90s remain a beloved moment in fashion and culture. It was the last analog decade: a time when DIY aesthetics, fanzines, and landlines were the norm. This book dives deep with the designer herself—in her own words—into her scandalous runway shows and the myriad inspirations behind her clothing, which was at the epicenter of the fashion world.

A self-taught historian of culture, art, and fashion, Sui samples music, books, films, photography, and art in her designs. From the iconic slip dresses worn by the era's "it girls" like Winona Ryder and pop icon Madonna, to the baby-doll dresses favored by Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love, each chapter details the era's defining moments and trends—from the rebellious energy of punk, grunge, and rock to the philosophy behind her preppy and vintage-inspired designs. Throughout the book are interviews with friends and collaborators like Marc Jacobs, Sofia Coppola, Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington Burns, and Steff Yotka, who speak to Sui's unique sartorial genius.