Design

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by William Lidwell (Author)Whether a website, marketing campaign, museum exhibit, a video game or a complex control system, the design we see is the culmination of many concepts and practices brought together from a variety of disciplines. Now, there's a handy travel companion for any designer, so that you always have the essentials at your fingertips.Portable, condensed, and armed with 150 principles, Universal Principles of Design, Pocket Edition is like a Swiss Army knife of design knowled...

Colourful Sashiko: Includes 47 Vibrant Designs, Basic Techniques and Stunning Projects - Paperback

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by Sashikonami (Author)Explore the wonders of sashiko with Japanese embroidery star Sashikonami! Learn to create your own embellished items with detailed designs in vibrant colors. Let's explore the traditional Japanese embroidery pattern designs! . This is the long-awaited book by popular sashiko author Sashikonami. This craft book not just produces the Sashiko basics simple designs but also comes with the lovely stitch patterns, it contents over 50+ sashiko stitch items with various geometr...

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Report copyright infringementby Pamela Hanson (Author), Lisa McCormick Love (Foreword by)The iconic fashion photographer famous for capturing an ultrafeminine and adventurous spirit revisits her most memorable 1990s fashion images. Featuring the most recognizable faces from that decade, but seemingly still so fresh and relevant today. Quintessential nineties images, taken from editorials for fashion magazines as well as many never-before-seen outtakes of behind-the-scenes candid moments, cons...

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Report copyright infringementby Jean-Paul Claverie (Preface by), Brigitte Richart (Introduction by), Philippe Deliau (Contribution by)An exquisite book on the role of gardens and flowers in the life and work of Christian Dior, and how they have influenced creation at the House of Dior ever since. Christian Dior had a special love for gardens and all things floral, which first blossomed during his childhood spent at the family home in Granville and developed throughout his life. Flowers have a...

Walt Disney's Children's Classics 1937-1953

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Report copyright infringementby Charles Solomon (Author), Kenneth Shue (Editor)In Los Angeles during the 1940s and 1950s, Disney artists popularized illustration for children both on the big screen and in the pages of the Golden Books, a series of affordably priced children's books. These stories distilled the visual language of Disney films and brought historic and contemporary tales to life through compelling and inventive works of art. The selection of material in this book by 7 different ...

Star Wars: Knitting the Galaxy: The Official Star Wars Knitting Pattern Book

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Report copyright infringementby Tanis Gray (Author)Featuring 28 projects based on George Lucas's epic film saga, Star Wars: Knitting the Galaxy is the ultimate guide to creating stunning projects inspired by Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Rey, and a whole host of droids, ships, and aliens from a galaxy far, far away. Bring the power of the Force to your needles with the first official Star Wars knitting pattern book. Featuring 28 knits pictured in gorgeous full-color photography, Star Wars: Kni...

Birthstone Stories: Discover the Glittering Gemstones of the Year and Their Fascinating Stories

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Report copyright infringementby Melise Ozkardesler (Author)Discover the majesty of the birthstones and dive deep into the history of birthstone jewelry! In Birthstone Stories, explore the meanings and the mineral make up of the gemstones associated with each calendar month. Filled with fascinating details about the stones themselves and how they came to be attached to each birth month, learn everything you need to know about the birthstones, from their mineral composition to their most famous...

Typography: A Very Short Introduction - Paperback

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by Paul Luna (Author)Typography, the art of designing printed words, was once the domain of an elite few artists but has become an area with which millions of people engage daily. The widespread usage of digital devices from laptops to tablets and smart phones which are used for written communications means that we are regularly asked to make decisions about the fonts, sizes, and layouts we use in our writing. This broadening engagement with the field of typography has led to a perceptible sh...

A Guide to Regency Dress: From Corsets and Breeches to Bonnets and Muslins

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Report copyright infringementby Hilary Davidson (Author)An accessible, fun, yet authoritative guide to male and female Regency fashions Celebrated dress historian Hilary Davidson brings together nearly 20 years of research on Regency fashion in an illustrated guide for the first time. All the elements of the Regency wardrobe of both men and women--from coats, gowns and undergarments to shoes, accessories, beauty, hair and jewellery--are assembled, along with their textiles and trimmings. A Gu...

Radical Cartography: How Changing Our Maps Can Change Our World

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Report copyright infringementby William Rankin (Author)"This is it: the full download from a true genius of cartography. Radical Cartography will make you see maps, and, indeed, your place on the planet, with fresh eyes."--Daniel Immerwahr, author of How to Hide an Empire. A stunning, thought-provoking exploration of how maps shape our understanding of the world--featuring over 150 full-color maps in a gorgeous package Maps are ubiquitous in contemporary life--not just for navigation, but f...

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Report copyright infringementby R. J. Hampson (Author)Escape into the enchanting world of Winter Wonder! Bring warmth and coziness to your winter days. Inside this book by illustrator R.J. Hampson, there are playful woodland animals, happy snowy scenes, fireside hearths and delightful holiday tales to color. With some festive visits from familiar friends. All to help you relax, create and celebrate the season.Why you'll love this book: - Pages are Single Sided. Perfect for colored pencils, cr...

Modeline of California: Pioneer of Modern Lighting

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Report copyright infringementby Nick Ferrell (Author)Readers step into the history of Modeline, the brand that revolutionized midcentury modern lighting. Modeline of California: Pioneer of Modern Lighting unveils Bernie Roberts's journey from a penniless machinist to the founder of a company that defined a generation of design. From its roots in postwar struggles to its lasting cultural impact, this book is an indispensable resource for architecture, design, and history enthusiasts. Key Feat...

HANFU - A Visual Primer of Historical Han Chinese Attire

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Report copyright infringementby Jieyu Yan (Author), Jason Tse (Author), Jiaqi Jin (Photographer)作为全球第一本用英文撰写来介绍汉服的图文书籍，本书由北加州汉服社团队策划创作，系统性展示了汉服的发展演变。汉族是中国人口最多的民族，汉服则是清代以前汉族的传统服饰，承载着深厚的文化与历史记忆。全书图文并茂，复原并拍摄了从东周至明代不同时期的汉族服饰，涵盖帝后、士人、贵妇、平民、儿童、军士等多重身份人士的装束。除丝绸、棉布等常见材质外，书中还介绍了以竹、棕榈叶等异材质制成的竹衣、蓑衣等古代实用服饰，展现古人衣物在功能与文化上的多重面向。每一套服饰均依据出土文物、古画、文献资料精心考证，并配有相关文物图像作为旁证，使读者在赏析精美图片的同时，更能深入理解其历史背景与文化意义。书中亦探讨汉服与多元文明的互动：如唐代受中亚影响的胡服风尚，元代汉族女装中的蒙古元素，明代男装中融合北族辫线袍制的"弋撒"等，凸显中华传统服饰体系在传承中不断吸收、融合、演化的历程。本书适合对中华服饰史、传统文化、视觉传达、...

All the Rage: Stories from the Frontline of Beauty: A History of Pain, Pleasure, and Power: 1860-1960

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Report copyright infringementby Virginia Nicholson (Author)A panoramic social history that chronicles the quest for beauty in all its contradictions--and how it affects the female body. "Women have been fat or slim, hyperthyroid or splenetic, sallow or pink-cheeked, slouched or erect, according to the prevalent notions of beauty." --Cecil Beaton, The Glass of Fashion Who decides what is fashionable? What clothes we wear, what hairstyles we create, what color lipstick we adore, what body shap...

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Report copyright infringementby R. J. Hampson (Author)Fantasy, Floral, and Fun Combine in This Steampunk Adventure!Journey through a clockwork garden filled with quirky and inventive characters, whimsy, and wonder in this steam-powered coloring celebration. Victorian elegance, time-traveling portals, bots, butterflies, and fantastic flying contraptions all make an appearance in this hand-drawn adult coloring book by illustrator R.J. Hampson.Why You'll Love This Book: Pages are Single Sided....

20th-Century Fashion. 100 Years of Apparel Ads - Hardcover

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by Alison A. Nieder (Author), Jim Heimann (Editor)The 20th century saw fashion evolve from an exclusive Parisian salon business catering for the wealthy elite into a global industry employing millions, with new trends whisked into stores before the last model has even left the catwalk. Along the way, the signature silhouettes of each era evolved beyond recognition. For women, House of Worth crinolines gave way to Vionnet's bias-cut gowns, Dior's New Look to Quant's Chelsea Look, Halston's whi...

Out of the Box: The Rise of Sneaker Culture - Hardcover

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by Bobbito Garcia (Introduction by), Elizabeth Semmelhack (Author), Emanuele Lepri (Foreword by)A groundbreaking traveling exhibition, Out of the Box showcases sneakers, from the mid-nineteenth century to sports performance breakthroughs, to present-day cultural icons. Drawn from the collection of the Bata Shoe Museum and significant private collectors, museums, and archives--including adidas AG, Converse Archives, Kosow Sneaker Museum, Nike Archives, Northampton Museums and Art Gallery, an...

A City Is Not a Computer: Other Urban Intelligences - Paperback

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by Shannon Mattern (Author)A bold reassessment of "smart cities" that reveals what is lost when we conceive of our urban spaces as computers Computational models of urbanism--smart cities that use data-driven planning and algorithmic administration--promise to deliver new urban efficiencies and conveniences. Yet these models limit our understanding of what we can know about a city. A City Is Not a Computer reveals how cities encompass myriad forms of local and indigenous intelligences and kno...

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Report copyright infringementby Raymond Biesinger (Author)A veteran illustrator imparts practical advice for the working creative with candid humor New York Times and New Yorker illustrator Raymond Biesenger has over twenty years of experience as a self-employed creative. You might say he's been through it all: from chasing down a concert promoter for payment on a fifty-dollar Megadeth poster design, to a regular stint at Monocle, to confronting a government agency for stylistic theft. Biesin...

What to Wear and Why: Your Guilt-Free Guide to Sustainable Fashion - Hardcover

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by Tiffanie Darke (Author)It's time to rethink what clothes we buy, wear, and toss out, knowing that we can have a positive environmental impact while still looking good and dressing well. Reportedly, the clothing industry produces 80 billion garments a year, employs 15 percent of the world's population, exploits labor, and seriously pollutes the environment. However, we as consumers have the power to make a difference with the clothing choices we make. In What to Wear and Why, top fashion w...

Macro Design: Preparing for the Game Drop

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Report copyright infringementby Avery W. Fiore (Author)Design with Purpose. Compete with Confidence.This guide introduces high school students and mentors to the essentials of macro robot design for the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). Whether you're part of a rookie team or looking to strengthen your foundation, this book breaks down key mechanical systems-drivebases, intakes, indexers, flywheels, catapults, arms, lifts, multi-axis arms, claws, power sharing techniques-and explains how to d...

Permaculture: Principles & Pathways Beyond Sustainability

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Report copyright infringementby David Holmgren (Author)Essential reading for permaculture designers and accessible to a wide range of critical thinkers. This revised edition is more accessible than the original, with redrawn graphics, corrected and amended text, new references and a newly designed layout that invites the reader into the world of whole systems thinking that is permaculture.When it was originally published in 2002, Permaculture: Principles and Pathways Beyond Sustainability exp...

Louis Vuitton: The Complete Fashion Collections - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Jo Ellison (Introduction by), Louise Rytter (Contribution by)Two decades of fashion history in the making at Louis Vuitton, told through a sumptuous array of images straight from the catwalk "[A] stylish coffee table book . . . to liven up your living space."--Lauren Eggertsen, Who What Wear Founded as a luxury leather goods house in 1854, Louis Vuitton was for many decades one of the world's leading trunk and accessories makers. It was through the launch of i...

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Report copyright infringementby Anna Sui (Author), Marc Jacobs (Contribution by), Sofia Coppola (Contribution by)From her iconic hippie and grunge-inspired collections to her beloved baby-doll dresses, Anna Sui's clothes defined '90s fashion. A favorite of Gen Z and nostalgic Gen Xers, the '90s remain a beloved moment in fashion and culture. It was the last analog decade--a time when DIY aesthetics, zines, and landlines were the norm. This book goes in depth with the designer in her own words...

Design Against Racism: Creating Work That Transforms Communities

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Report copyright infringementby Omari Souza (Author)A historical and philosophical exploration of the impact of design on underserved communities, examining the field's shortcomings as well as its potential to create positive change. Through essays that delve into history and practice, and case studies that demonstrate practical strategies, Design Against Racism explores how designers of all disciplines can address, through their work, the legacies of racism and oppression. Design profoundly ...

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Report copyright infringementby Hiroshi Fujiwara (Author), Tiffany Godoy (Contribution by)A must-have for lovers of streetwear style and its influence on high fashion, this third volume follows up on Rizzoli's best-selling monographs on the work of Fujiwara. Documenting the continuing adventures of the "godfather of streetwear," the book is at once a visual catalog of his most recent collaborations and an ever-evolving record of his enduring impact on contemporary fashion, art, and design. Fu...

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Report copyright infringementby Louise Fili (Author)A collection of iconic designer Louise Fili's illustrious logo designs for every letter in the alphabet, from restaurant Artisanal to fashion designer Zelda. Louise Fili is one of the most iconic graphic designers of our time. In 100 Logos: A to Z, she collects her favorites among the brand designs created in her unique and distinctive style. Encompassing brand identities from restaurants to vineyards, publishers to jewelers, coffee roasters...

Hello Sunshine: Chill Coastal Coloring Pages for All Ages - Hand Drawn Tropical Vibes, Surf Art, and Beachy Bliss

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Report copyright infringementby Rebekah Steen (Author), Rebekah Steen (Artist) Number of Pages: 120 Dimensions: 0.33 x 8.5 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: July 07, 2025

Little Book of Celine: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House

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Report copyright infringementby Frances Solá-Santiago (Author)Timeless, elegant and innovative, Celine sits at the intersection of high fashion and minimal sophistication. Beginning with the origins of the house in 1940s Paris and coming right up to Hedi Slimane's current stewardship, Phoebe Philo's groundbreaking years at the brand are also covered in depth, with every significant piece unpacked, including the glove shoe, furry sliders, the pyjama shirt and the Trapeze bag. With 100 stunning...

The Outdoor Archive: The Ultimate Collection of Adventure & Sporting Graphics, Illustrations and Gear

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Report copyright infringementby Chase Anderson (Author), Clint Pumphrey (Author), Chris Burkard (Foreword by)For decades, outdoor brands have put daring and aspirational images on the covers of their magazines and catalogs, pushing the limits of photography and graphic design. This fascinating collection of outdoors covers, drawn from the Outdoor Recreation Archive at Utah State University and spanning one hundred years, features seventy iconic brands including Columbia, The North Face, and S...

Little Book of Issey Miyake: The Story of the Iconic Fashion Designer

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Report copyright infringementby Kati Chitrakorn (Author)Research, innovation and experimentation formed the foundations of fashion futurist Issey Miyake's designs. From his famous Pleats Please range to Steve Jobs's signature black turtleneck and Grace Jones's sculptural looks, Miyake's designs are produced with technology and designed for everyone, and redefined the notions of clothing and beauty. Through over 100 stunning photographs and expert text, Little Book of Issey Miyake explores the...

Little Book of Miu Miu: The Story of the Iconic Fashion House

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Report copyright infringementby Kristen Bateman (Author)Quirky, daring and unconventionally chic, Miu Miu is the fashion house for those that dare to be different. The cult little sister brand of Prada, the maison was launched as an 'anti-fashion' brand in 1993 and its pieces have been worn by celebrities including Sydney Sweeney and Chlo? Sevigny. From recent viral micro-miniskirts and covetable ballet flats to archive whimsical prints, artist collaborations and off-kilter colors, Miu Miu is...