The third book from this series on illustration and design focuses on
the most popular accessories: shoes, handbags, hats, belts, gloves and
glasses. Brilliantly illustrated by Manuela Brambatti, a key member of
the Gianni Versace fashion house for nearly thirty years, and
co-authored by the designer Fabio Menconi (senior designer for Escada
and Armani, among others), the book guides readers through the fashion
world's most iconic accessories, and it features practical information
and technical advice on how to draw them to achieve a desired result.
From creating a basic drawing to using colour, the way in which
techniques are presented seeks to encourage readers to try out what they
have learned. The publication provides detailed information on how to
capture different materials, surfaces and decorations--for example,
skin, natural fibres, wool and prints--and it includes sections that
provide tips on where to look for inspiration. It also offers examples
of transformations in designs and reviews the historical development of
accessories. In short, this is a comprehensive, structured and
systematic volume that will serve professionals, students and anyone who
wants to venture into designing and illustrating fashion accessories.