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List Price: $95.00 | | Publisher: Abbeville Press
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Editorial Review:
The ever-changing look of Versace's couture as seen--and modeled--by the kings, queens, and jokers of Rock and Roll. A galaxy of stars are shot by photographers such as Avedon, Mapplethorpe, Lord Snowdon and others. 280 illustrations, 220 in full color.
Description of Rock and Royalty: The Ever-Changing Look of Versace's Couture As See--and Modeled--by the Kings, Queens, and Jokers of Rock & Roll:
The title of fashion designer Gianni Versace's new book references his diverse clientele, who not only wear his clothing but also impact his designs: rock & roll queens Tina Turner and Madonna, fashion princesses Kate and Naomi, design lords Lagerfeld and Armani, and even the real deal, Diana, Princess of Wales. Photos of these and other fashion mavens, both in and out of Versace clothing, are interspersed with images of royalty throughout history, such as Queen Victoria, Empress Catherine of Russia, and a young Queen Elizabeth. The aesthetic juxtaposition of history and modernity, depicted in black-and-white photographs and colorful artwork, echoes the energy of the fashion world and captures the influential style of its inhabitants. The royalties from the sale of Rock and Royalty will benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Rock and Royalty: The Ever-Changing Look of Versace's Couture As See--and Modeled--by the Kings, Queens, and Jokers of Rock & Roll Reviews:
Gianni Versace, a Fashion Genuis 
2002-06-11 - Gianni Versace was a designer who loved to push the envelope. His clothes were a mixture of extremes: sexy, sleazy, colorful, tacky, and elegant. One adjective you'd never find in a sentence with the word Versace is "boring." His clothes commanded--and often got--attention, which is why he was such a favorite among celebrities such as Madonna, Elton John, Liz Hurley, Courtney Love, Prince, Jon Bon Jovi and even Princess Diana. This book is a fabulous, eye-opening collection of vivid photographs of models and rock stars in Versace: from Prince to the members of British boy band Take That. Some outfits are more releaving than others, but they're all unmistakably Versace. Diana herself is also included in the book, along with a few words of praise for the designer. Tragically, Versace was murdered in the summer of 1997, but his spirit and influence live on. This book comes highly recommended. Drop it on your coffeetable, and your guests won't want to put it down.
excellent!
2001-11-12 - A must have book for all Versace fans.
A note from Maureen Farquhar 
2000-03-10 - Fantastic photography in another large book from Versace. This book captures the 'rock chic' glamourama which the late Versace excelled at creating. The association between 'Rock and Roll', and art is full indulged here creating a empirical illusion to the Versace dynasty. The glossy presentation of the images also adds to an overall feeling of luxury. The only reason I have not given this book the top rating is for its inclusion of Elton John - who makes me sick. So what if its expensive, luxuries like this don't come cheap. ciao,
Maureen Farquhar (maureenfarquhar@yahoo.com)
Rock and Royality - Versace
1999-09-19 - This book gives a look into the classic, Calabrian influenced, luxury of Versace. This volume serves as a record of the pure decadant genius of this mega Italian talent.
Great, glamourous book!
1999-08-22 - For all of you who loves Gianni Versace clothes and really admire what he had done to the world of fashion I recommend you to have this incredible book.
