"Published simultaneously in French as Dans les coulisses de CHANEL by Éditions de La Martinière"--Title page verso

Interivew: a conversation with Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel's creative director -- The setup -- The studio -- Embroidery -- Feathers, flowers, and folds -- Soft materials -- Leather and quilted fabric -- From head to toe -- All that glistens -- Epilogue: a conversation with Bruno Pavlovsky, Chanel's president of fashion -- A dream of Egypt -- Exploring the archives -- Chanel from 1883 to present day

Chanel: The Making of a Collection traces the design process of the world-renowned fashion house, revealing how a collection is created. Moving from the studio to the fashion show, fashion writer Laetitia Cénac has unprecedented access to explore a world that is usually carefully guarded from the public eye. With hundreds of beautifully rendered fashion illustrations from acclaimed artist Jean-Philippe Delhomme, Karl Lagerfeld's approach to design is brought to life, as are the talents of the masterfully skilled artisans-the embroiderers, flower makers, shoemakers, hat makers, and more-who specialize in everything from buttons and leather to lace, silk, and cashmere. Delving into the history and culture of the brand, while also detailing contemporary collections, Chanel: The Making of a Collection is a richly visual insider's look at the enduring creative legacy of this haute couture icon