Isabella Cardinali - La Perla : Lingerie and Seduction MOBI, TXT, DJV
9780847839162 English 0847839168 A gorgeously illustrated book showcasing the exquisite high-end lingerie from the world-renowned Italian brand La Perla. La Perla is celebrated for its sophisticated, sexy, and beautifully designed and crafted lingerie. The company was founded by Ada Masotti, an artisan skilled in the tradition of handcrafted Italian corsetry, in 1954 when she opened a small lingerie boutique in Bologna. She combined her impeccable craftsmanship and understanding of women's bodies to fulfill their growing desire to possess undergarments that were not only functional but also beautiful and alluring. The continuous dedication to artisanship, to fine quality, and to women's needs and desires has transformed the small Italian boutique into an internationally beloved brand. La Perla's lingerie is a mix of beauty and seduction, and it is the unparalleled choice for women all over the world when they want to feel sensual and desired. This is the only book ever published on the glamorous and delicate lingerie produced by La Perla throughout its history. The book first pays homage to the Italian craftsmanship, including the use of fine Italian fabrics, that helped to establish La Perla as the maker of sophisticated couture lingerie, and that continues with today's collections to set the company apart from other brands. Then it showcases the exceptional intimate garments the company has created throughout the years with gorgeous archival images as well as sexy, sumptuous photographs of the latest collections., La Perla was founded by Ada Masotti, an artisan skilled in the tradition of handcrafted Bolognese corsetry, in 1954 when she opened a small lingerie boutique in Bologna. The name "La Perla" ("The Pearl") was inspired by the jeweller's case lined with red velvet in which Masotti's first lingerie creations were transported. Masotti combined her impeccable craftsmanship and understanding of women's body to fulfill their growing desire to possess undergarments that were just as beautiful (and functional) as the clothes they wore over them. The continuous dedication to artisanship, to fine quality, and to women's needs and desires has transformed this small Italian boutique into a world-renowned brand that now includes swimwear, fragrance, and accessories. The book first pays homage to the Italian craftsmanship that helped to establish La Perla as the maker of sophisticated couture lingerie, including the use of fine Italian fabrics. Then it showcases the exceptional intimate garments the company has created throughout the years, not only presenting the history of La Perla, but also the history of women's lingerie itself. Presented chronologically, decade by decade, are gorgeous archive photographs as well as sexy, sumptuous photographs of the latest collections. The book showcases that particularly Italian combination of elegance, sexiness and sophistication that has beguiled the world from Sophia Loren, through the images of the Pirelli Calendar and right up through Monica Bellucci
9780847839162 English 0847839168 A gorgeously illustrated book showcasing the exquisite high-end lingerie from the world-renowned Italian brand La Perla. La Perla is celebrated for its sophisticated, sexy, and beautifully designed and crafted lingerie. The company was founded by Ada Masotti, an artisan skilled in the tradition of handcrafted Italian corsetry, in 1954 when she opened a small lingerie boutique in Bologna. She combined her impeccable craftsmanship and understanding of women's bodies to fulfill their growing desire to possess undergarments that were not only functional but also beautiful and alluring. The continuous dedication to artisanship, to fine quality, and to women's needs and desires has transformed the small Italian boutique into an internationally beloved brand. La Perla's lingerie is a mix of beauty and seduction, and it is the unparalleled choice for women all over the world when they want to feel sensual and desired. This is the only book ever published on the glamorous and delicate lingerie produced by La Perla throughout its history. The book first pays homage to the Italian craftsmanship, including the use of fine Italian fabrics, that helped to establish La Perla as the maker of sophisticated couture lingerie, and that continues with today's collections to set the company apart from other brands. Then it showcases the exceptional intimate garments the company has created throughout the years with gorgeous archival images as well as sexy, sumptuous photographs of the latest collections., La Perla was founded by Ada Masotti, an artisan skilled in the tradition of handcrafted Bolognese corsetry, in 1954 when she opened a small lingerie boutique in Bologna. The name "La Perla" ("The Pearl") was inspired by the jeweller's case lined with red velvet in which Masotti's first lingerie creations were transported. Masotti combined her impeccable craftsmanship and understanding of women's body to fulfill their growing desire to possess undergarments that were just as beautiful (and functional) as the clothes they wore over them. The continuous dedication to artisanship, to fine quality, and to women's needs and desires has transformed this small Italian boutique into a world-renowned brand that now includes swimwear, fragrance, and accessories. The book first pays homage to the Italian craftsmanship that helped to establish La Perla as the maker of sophisticated couture lingerie, including the use of fine Italian fabrics. Then it showcases the exceptional intimate garments the company has created throughout the years, not only presenting the history of La Perla, but also the history of women's lingerie itself. Presented chronologically, decade by decade, are gorgeous archive photographs as well as sexy, sumptuous photographs of the latest collections. The book showcases that particularly Italian combination of elegance, sexiness and sophistication that has beguiled the world from Sophia Loren, through the images of the Pirelli Calendar and right up through Monica Bellucci