The Battle of Versailles: The Fashion Showdown of 1973

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The Battle of Versailles: The Fashion Showdown of 1973The first illustrated book to chronicle the dramatic 1973 face off between French and American fashion designers, which left an indelible mark on the fashion industry, launched American designers as a global force, and challenged the cultural norms of the time. Images from the archives of renowned fashion photojournalists Bill Cunningham and Jean luce Hurlargely unseen until nowcapture the behind the scenes drama, fabulous clothing, iconic models, and

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