Charming illustrations of pre-WWI Paris fashions by George Barbier, Armand Vallee, Fabius, other noted artists. Reproduced from rare periodical, Journal des Dames et des Modes. Identifying notes.
Charming portraits of teddy bears celebrating holidays like Valentine's Day, Christmas, and the Fourth of July, as well as special occasions such as birthdays and weddings.
Delightfully nostalgic scenes from vintage sources include: children preparing for Halloween and awaiting Santa, patriotic portraits of Lincoln and Washington, sentimental valentines, plus other holiday greetings. 24 cards.
This book of 50 postcards featuring original illustrations by Mari Andrew is the perfect way to add vibrant inspiration and encouragement to any gift. The postcards are divided into five categories (birthday, thank you, congratulations, just because, and empathy), making it easy to choose the perfect card, especially since each one features Mari's earnest observations on life and love. The cards also make sweet decor for an empty wall or desk space in need of a little personality!
Color in these gorgeous postcards from the British VOGUE and immerse yourself in a glamorous world of cocktail dresses and luxurious ballgowns, smart suits and elegant hats. This book of hand-drawn postcards has been created by the award-winning writer, fashion editor, curator and Royal College of Art Professor, Iain R Webb. The artworks are inspired by iconic images from British VOGUE in the 1950s and feature a glamorous dream wardrobe from key designers including Christian Dior, Balenciaga, Givenchy and Chanel. Each postcard is detachable, so you can enjoy coloring them in yourself or send them to a fashion-savvy friend. These postcards make the perfect present for all those who love vintage fashion.
This is the first ever book exclusively about photo greeting cards. Fifty five companies and design studios from 10 different countries present their best projects. Ten chapters are devoted to holiday cards, birthday and graduation invitations, birth announcements, wedding stationery, etc. The book also features a list of useful web resources for stationery designers and licensers.
Although familiar with the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods, most people may never have seen the fabulous and diversified women's fashion postcard sets that were designed by famous European artists and are featured in this book. Alphonse Mucha, Henri Meunier, Umberto Brunelleschi, and Xavier Sager are among the twenty distinguished artists whose work is featured. Take a magical tour through time that explores these artists' romance with fashion illustration. Also, superb unsigned images, information on postcard history, and a section on evaluating the illustrations make this a particularly useful reference. Over 230 gorgeous and colorful images will inspire students of fashion, postcard collectors, and antiques enthusiasts to peruse, study, and enjoy these beautiful images!
THIS IS NO ORDINARY MAGAZINE!!! The author brings the essence of fashion and nightlife to you in the form of a pictorial book that can serve as a gift all by itself. Some of the pictures reference order numbers so you can order the pictures as all occasion postcards later. The book also provides plenty of room to sign autographs and messages to. For Him or Her - this book is no doubt a timeless; all occasion communication piece that packs a lot of attitude in between the cover. See it for yourself! Say it with style! Your fashion fix is all right here!
Distinctive postcards feature fanciful peacock motifs depicted in subtle hues of gold, green and rose; dramatic comb and snail creations in complementary earth tones; tumbling waves in a profusion of blues, grays and magentas; and exotic free-form stone designs in airy pastels, deep lavenders, and aquamarines. 24 full-color cards.