'Dior by Raf Simons'

For the 70th anniversary of the founding of the house of Dior, Assouline presents a series of seven volumes each devoted to one of the couture house’s iconic designers. The collection features breathtaking photography including imagery of uncovered treasures photographed exclusively for the series. The sixth volume, 'Dior by Raf Simons', showcases the work of the Belgian designer’s most distinctive haute couture designs between 2012-2015. Exquisite visuals captured by photographer Laziz Hamani bring to life an exploration of how Simons combined Dior's original sublime feminine vision with his own sharp sensibility and signature streamlined aesthetic. Enlightening text by eminent fashion journalist Tim Blanks richly illustrates how Raf Simons’ background in industrial and furniture design resulted in a unique blend of innovation, inimitable flare and eclectic fusion of music, performance and art in this enthralling, essential edition.