The English language edition of this spectacular monograph on the iconic illustrator/designer Rene Gruau (1909-2004).
Renown in the fashion and advertising world, his appealing images are the epitome of cool elegant sophistication.
Collected here are 74 of Gruau's most iconic illustrations including those created for Dior, Balmain, Givenchy, Jacques Fath, L'Officiel, Flair, International Textiles and others.
Introductory text by Frieda Grafe.
Interview with Rene Gruau by Joelle Chariau.
Foreword by Hubert de Givenchy.