This exclusive collection features two stunning fashion monographs by renowned fashion historian Catherine Örmen: "Absolutely Chanel" and "Dior For Ever." The Chanel volume explores the sublime and eternal world of the House of Chanel, from Gabrielle Chanel's revolutionary designs to Karl Lagerfeld and Virginie Viard's continuing legacy, featuring the iconic N°5 perfume, 2.55 bag, and over 100 years of fashion innovation. The Dior volume completes Örmen's acclaimed trilogy, chronicling the colorful history of the House of Dior from Christian Dior's "New Look" to Maria Grazia Chiuri's dazzling tenure as Creative Director. Both hardcover books feature a wealth of lavish imagery, previously unpublished facsimile documents, rare ephemera including invitations to the couture houses' first collections, original sketches, and handwritten design notes. Catherine Örmen is an expert on the history of fashion who studied at the Ecole du Louvre, Ecole du Patrimoine, and Studio Bercot, and works as a curator, teacher, and author. Perfect coffee table books for fashion enthusiasts and collectors. Published by Laurence King Publishing.