The Ambassador Magazine: Promoting Post-War British Textiles and Fashion

Book Overview

The Ambassador has been described as 'probably the most daring and enterprising trade magazine ever conceived'. This book takes a detailed look at the background and impact of the magazine and the ambitious photo shoots that showcased the latest couture fashions. Christopher Breward is Head of Research at the V&A and co-curator of the exhibition British Design 1948 - 2012. He is a widely published author on the history and culture of fashion. Claire Wilcox is Senior Curator of Fashion at the V&A.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 185177677X
• ISBN13: 9781851776771
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Victoria & Albert Museum
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 3.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.9" x 12.4"