King of Fashion: The Autobiography of Paul Poiret

by Paul Poiret

Book Overview

Paul Poiret (1879-1944) led the fashion world in the first decades of the 20th century. His autobiography tells the story of the meteoric rise of a draper's son to the "King of Fashion." From his humble Parisian childhood, to his debut as a couturier, to his experiences during World War I, Poiret reveals all in this captivating tale, first published in 1931. His artistic flair, coupled with his remarkable and highly original cutting skills, enabled...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1851779612
• ISBN13: 9781851779611
• Release Date: June 2019
• Publisher: Victoria & Albert Museum
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.1" x 7.9"