Last Collection: Novel of Elsa Schiaparelli and Coco Chanel by Jeanne Mackin
Thanks to Lauren Horvath of Berkley, I am giving away one print copy of ‘Last Collection: Novel of Elsa Schiaparelli and Coco Chanel’ by Jeanne Mackin.
Description Last Collection: Novel of Elsa Schiaparelli and Coco Chanel by Jeanne Mackin
An American woman becomes entangled in the intense rivalry between iconic fashion designers Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli in this captivating novel from the acclaimed author of The Beautiful American.
Paris, 1938. Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli are fighting for recognition as the most successful and influential fashion designer in France, and their rivalry is already legendary. They oppose each other at every turn, in both their politics and their designs: Chanel’s are classic, elegant, and practical; Schiaparelli’s bold, experimental, and surreal.
When Lily Sutter, a recently widowed young American teacher, visits her brother, Charlie, in Paris, he insists on buying her a couture dress–a Chanel. Lily, however, prefers a Schiaparelli. Charlie’s beautiful and socially prominent girlfriend soon begins wearing Schiaparelli’s designs as well, and much of Paris follows in her footsteps.
Schiaparelli offers budding artist Lily a job at her store, and Lily finds herself increasingly involved with Schiaparelli and Chanel’s personal war. Their fierce competition reaches new and dangerous heights as the Nazis and the looming threat of World War II bear down on Paris.
Praise Last Collection: Novel of Elsa Schiaparelli and Coco Chanel by Jeanne Mackin
“Sophisticated couture wars and looming world wars take center stage in Mackin’s latest, with a plot that buzzes with love triangles and political intrigue. A gorgeous meditation on art, fashion, and heartbreak. Stunning.”—Fiona Davis, national bestselling author of The Masterpiece
“An in-depth tale of an enchanting, dangerous and fascinating time period in Paris. Mackin’s attention to detail and lyrical prose bring Chanel and Schiaparelli to life in a gorgeous and riveting manner.”—She Reads
“The designers’ obsession with besting each other makes for fun, gossipy reading, while the tensions of prewar Paris and Lily’s attempts to ease her grief through her art lend the narrative satisfying emotional depth.”—Library Journal
About Jeanne Mackin
Jeanne Mackin is the author of several historical novels, including The Beautiful American. She taught creative writing at Goddard College and has given numerous workshops. She lives with her husband in upstate New York.
Website: http://www.jeannemackin.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeannemackin1
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The 30s and 40s were such an exciting time for artists in Europe. I’d love to have a copy of this book. Thanks!
The disagreements between the two designers sounds very intriguing, even though I am really not into fashion as such.
This era which is my favorite and very profound and the story which sounds memorable and unique. Thanks.
I am not into the fashion world of the 30s and 40s but this book catches my enthusiasm to want to read. Thank you for this chance to relive days gone by.
I am a fashion junkie & love historical books.
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