This incredibly rare and stunning September 1997 issue of L'Officiel Paris is a true collector's gem, entirely devoted to Haute Couture and brimming with breathtaking fashion and photography, iconic advertisements, and exclusive editorial content. It features striking campaigns from Giorgio Armani with Stella Tennant, Valentino, Louis Vuitton, Céline, Chanel, Jil Sander, Jitrois, Alberta Ferretti, an extensive eight-page Gucci by Tom Ford feature, as well as Gianfranco Ferré, Hervé Léger, Etro, Dolce & Gabbana, and Cerruti with Kate Moss, among many others.
The issue showcases superb photography by renowned artists such as Hiromasa (16 pages), Grey Zisser (6 pages Haute Couture), Paolo Roversi (5 pages Giorgio Armani with Stella Tennant), Michel Nafziger (6 pages with Michele Hicks), and André Rau (8 pages). As with every issue of L'Officiel, this edition is packed with stunning runway moments featuring all the key designers, including Haute Couture collections from Nina Ricci, Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Lacroix, Pierre Balmain, Givenchy by Alexander McQueen, Christian Dior by John Galliano, Emanuel Ungaro, Valentino, Yves Saint Laurent, Ted Lapidus, and Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld. Approximately 40 pages are dedicated to spectacular runway and backstage photography by Marcio Madeira and Jonathan Lennard, offering an exclusive glimpse into the artistry and energy behind the scenes.
Special features include a two-page tribute to Gianni Versace, eight pages on Loris Azzaro Couture, and a three-page spotlight on Jean Paul Gaultier. The issue showcases an exceptional lineup of models, including Carla Bruni, Jodie Kidd, Linda Evangelista, Karen Elson, Shalom Harlow, Eva Herzigova, Yasmeen Ghauri, Stella Tennant, Nadja Auermann, Amber Valletta, Naomi Campbell, and many more.
Capturing the glamour and essence of late 1990s fashion, this issue is a must-have for collectors and an elegant addition to any fashion library
Cover by Hiromasa
Editor-in-chief: Marie-José Susskind, Laurent Jalou
274 pages
995 g
22,8 cm x 29,7 cm/8.98“ x 11.69“
This magazine is in excellent vintage condition. Light signs of wear to the back cover.
