The brilliance of the fashion house Chloé is beautifully displayed in this panoramic catwalk photography, which celebrates seventy years of collections. These collections have been designed by leading designers, including founder Gaby Aghion, Karl Lagerfeld, Phoebe Philo and Stella McCartney.
A profound celebration
This comprehensive publication celebrates the glamour and sophistication of the fashion house Chloé. The book's chapters follow the development of its collections, beginning with those of founder Gaby Aghion and Karl Lagerfeld, who helped transform Chloé into one of the most iconic brands of the 1970s. Each era in Chloé's history begins with a brief biography of the lead designer. The individual collections are introduced with a short text revealing their influences and highlights, illustrated with carefully selected catwalk images.
The origins of Chloé
Born in 1921 in Alexandria, Egypt, Aghion moved to Paris in 1945. In 1952, she founded Chloé, introducing luxury ready-to-wear, a new concept for the time. The fashion house dressed illustrious clients such as Jacqueline Kennedy, Brigitte Bardot and Grace Kelly. Eventually, the range expanded to include bags, small leather goods and shoes. Chloé's 2005 Paddington bag, designed by Phoebe Philo, was one of the very first "It" bags. Contemporary celebrities who wear the brand include Marion Cotillard, Sienna Miller, Madonna, January Jones, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Cameron Diaz, Emma Stone and Katie Holmes.
Chloé doesn't just stand for fashion, but also for a rich history of innovation and style. This book is a tribute to the timeless elegance and continued success of a brand that has mesmerized the fashion world for decades.
