The Ambassador has been described as probably the most daring and enterprising trade magazine ever conceived. With the motto Export or Die!, the magazine was renowned for its innovative design and adventurous editorial approach in promoting British manufacturing in the post-WWII period. This book takes a detailed look at the background and impact of The Ambassador. Driven by the vision of founder Hans Juda and his wife, Elsbeth, who was responsible for much of the magazines striking photography, the magazine created ambitious photo shoots to showcasing the latest couture fashions, promoted fine art as an inspiration for design, and commissioned artists such as John Piper and Henry Moore for their covers. The Ambassador Magazine brings this trove of art, textiles, and fashion to a new generation.
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'Beautifully illustrated' New Design 'A ravishing book' Scottish Woman 'This is a stunning look at the history of hat wearing, from the whimsical to the down right wacky' Irish Tatler
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| A Personal View |
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| Milliners' Biographies |
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| Museum Collections |
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Stephen Jones spearheaded the revival of British millinery in early 1980s fashion. Today Jones's era-defining edge continues to attract a celebrity clientele. The roll-call of fashion designers with whom he has collaborated includes Vivienne Westwood, Jean Paul Gaultier, Marc Jacobs, Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garcons and Giles Deacon. Oriole Cullen is curator of modern textiles and fashion at the V&A and author of V&A Pattern: Pop Patterns (V&A 2011).
