Frida: Style Icon: A Celebration of the Remarkable Style of Frida Kahlo

Frida: Style Icon showcases Frida Kahlo's fashion evolution through 50 illustrated style moments, including her famous wardrobe, iconic looks, and indigenous treasures. This book explores how Frida used her style as a means of personal and political expression, featuring traditional Mexican dress and hand-painted medical corsets.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 23 June 2022
Publisher: Hardie Grant Books (UK)

Frida: Style Icon delves into the captivating fashion journey of the renowned artist Frida Kahlo, showcasing her evolution through 50 stunningly illustrated style moments. This captivating book explores Frida's iconic wardrobe, showcasing her most renowned looks, as well as her unique and distinctive styling.

From intricately embroidered blouses and traditional Tehuana dresses to indigenous treasures and jewelry crafted by Frida herself, this remarkable volume showcases how Frida used her style as a powerful means of personal and political expression.

Her wardrobe is a testament to her diverse cultural heritage, featuring examples of traditional Mexican dress, including rebozos (shawls), embroidered huipiles (square-cut tops), and enaguas (skirts). Additionally, it includes a series of hand-painted medical corsets and supportive back-braces, which shed light on the story of her near-fatal bus crash at the age of 18.

Tastefully and elegantly illustrated throughout, this captivating volume is a must-have for admirers of Frida Kahlo, fashion historians, and fans of fashion illustration. It serves as a beautiful tribute to the enduring legacy of this extraordinary artist and her profound impact on fashion and art.

Weight: 550g
Dimension: 154 x 223 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784884970