Inside Haute Couture: Behind the Scenes at the Paris Ateliers

About this book

From Maison Chanel on rue Cambon to Jean Paul Gaultier on rue Saint-Martin the history of French fashion is often closely tied to those of Parisian addresses. With exclusive photographs by Guillaume de Laubier and text by Dsire Sadek Inside Haute Couture offers a private tour of 10 meccas of French fashion. From the splendor of VIP reception rooms to the privacy of sewing ateliers the daily lives of the most renowned figures in haute couture are showcased alongside the skilled artisans and their stunning creations. This book is an unprecedented journey into a world often closed to the public against a backdrop of an exceptional architectural heritage.