There are two fashion designers in the world of Paris couture whose stories are forever intertwined: Christian Dior and Yves Saint Laurent. Dior's debut collection in 1947 invented the New Look silhouette and revolutionized the way women dressed, shopped and saw themselves. The last word in opulent and elegant femininity, the House of Dior has evolved to become ever-relevant but true to its founder's vision. A young designer called Yves Saint Laurent took the reins at Dior after its founder's untimely death, and astonished the world with his talent and creativity. Going on to found his own House in 1961, Saint Laurent created his famous 'le smoking' trouser suit and turned haute couture into fine art. Featuring over 200 images accompanied by expert text, Made in Paris is a gift set of two stunning books, each telling the story of these visionaries and their Houses, whose stars ascended spectacularly and changed the world of fashion forever.
