Italian Style: Fashion Since 1945

Stunning fashion photography, archival material, and previously unseen objects from private collections are paired in this beautiful book with specially commissioned essays to illuminate the secrets of Italy’s la bella moda. Featuring designers and labels of the highest caliber alongside bespoke tailors and ready-to-wear menswear specialists, the book offers an unparalleled look at the inspiration, marketing, skill, and craftsmanship behind the finest Italian labels. “Made in Italy” is an internationally recognized mark of style. From the 1940s to the present day, Italy’s fashion achievements—haute couture design and innovative ready-to-wear, artisanal leather and fur production, high-end textiles, knitwear, and fine tailoring—are undeniable. Curated by Sonnet Stanfill, a leading authority on contemporary fashion and a curator at the Victoria and Albert Museum, Italian Style: Fashion Since 1945 is an essential resource for fashion historians, designers, and anyone captivated by the enduring allure of Italian style. This beautifully illustrated volume celebrates the legacy and future of one of the world’s most influential fashion cultures.