Gianni Versace Bücher

Gianni Versace's unbridled enthusiasm for the baroque finds new expression in Do Not Disturb, his playful peek behind the closed doors of the Versace homes. Versace's Garden of Eden is found at home - be that a stuccoed Ottocento pavilion fronting the Lago di Como, a sumptuous home office in the center of the fashion capital, or an Art Deco pile in South Beach. Versace's Adam and Eve might well be Sylvester Stallone and Claudia Schiffer, modestly shielding themselves from our view with a Gorgon-headed dinner plate. His vision is translated through the lens of the world's most accomplished photographers - Richard Avedon, Irving Penn, Helmut Newton, and Massimo Listri - and illustrated with a cornucopia of drawings and pastels by Karl Lagerfeld and Gladys Perint Palmer. Sir Roy Strong, a former Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, contributes a stunning text to match the visual feast.

With contributions from prominent figures in art and fashion, including Germano Celant and Ingrid Sischy, alongside stunning photographs by Richard Avedon, Irving Penn, and Steven Meisel, this volume pays tribute to a revered genius of design. Versace's impact on fashion and popular culture is profound, especially following his tragic death. He drew inspiration from contemporary artists and early 20th-century modern masters. This work chronicles the evolution of the Versace aesthetic and highlights the various ways art influenced his style. By referencing illustrious artists like Picasso, Kandinsky, and Léger, as well as more recent figures such as Jim Dine, David Hockney, and Roy Lichtenstein, Versace blended history, pop culture, and his unique sensibilities to forge his signature look. His passion for art, combined with a visionary imagination, has resulted in a vibrant body of work—one of the most original creative legacies of our time. This richly illustrated volume offers an insightful exploration of the diverse sources of Versace's inspiration. Germano Celant is known for his role in the 1997 Biennale di Venezia, while Ingrid Sischy was the editor of Interview. Richard Martin serves as curator of the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Exploring the vibrant world of male beauty and fashion, this miniature edition showcases Gianni Versace's artistic vision through a stunning array of 686 full-color photographs by renowned photographers like Herb Ritts, Richard Avedon, and Bruce Weber. Contributions from notable figures such as Richard Martin and Barry Hannah enhance the narrative, making it a celebration of style, color, and design that captures the essence of Versace's decadent aesthetic.

This book explores the enduring legacy of Gianni Versace after his tragic death in 1997. It highlights how his collaboration with photographer Richard Avedon captured the essence of Versace's flamboyant style, merging celebrity and fashion. Featuring over 170 photographs, it celebrates Versace's unique artistry and impact on the fashion world.