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Research proposal: Elsa Schiaparelli

This research proposal aims to delve into the style characteristics and innovative designs of Elsa Schiaparelli, an Italian fashion designer known for her creative accessories, exposed zippers, unusual fabrics, and the iconic "Shocking Pink." Focusing on her practical and whimsical designs, this study will analyze her evening coat collaboration with Jean Cocteau in 1937, showcasing her blend of surrealism and trompe l’oeil techniques. By referencing contemporary design sources and a comprehensive bibliography, the research will trace Schiaparelli's lasting impact on the fashion industry.

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Research proposal: Elsa Schiaparelli

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  1. Research proposal: Elsa Schiaparelli Beata Borisovaite

  2. Elsa Schiaparelli 1890 - 1973 Italian Fashion designer between the two world wars

  3. Style Characteristics • Creative accessories • exposed zippers • unusual fabrics and materials • Shocking pink • Surrealism • Trompe l’oeil • Practical and whimsical designs

  4. Evening coat Black silk jersey, with appliqué pink silk flowers designed by Elsa Schiaparelli with Jean Cocteau 1937

  5. Contemporary design

  6. bibliography •  Schiaparelli & Prada: impossible conversations, Published New York, N.Y., 2012 • High style: masterworks from the Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Reeder, Jan Glier • History of 20th century fashion, Ewing, Elizabeth; Mackrell, Alice, 2001 • Poiret, Dior and Schiaparelli: fashion, femininity and modernity, Parkins, Ilya • History of modern design: graphics and products since the industrial revolution, Raizman, David Seth • The fashion design reference + specification book: everything fashion designers need to know every day, Calderin, Jay; Volpintesta, Laura • Textiles and fashion, Udale, Jenny • http://www.schiaparelli.com • https://lonewolfmag.com/elsa-schiaparelli-surrealist-fashion-designer • https://www.vogue.com/article/elsa-schiaparellis-enduring-influence-on-beauty

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