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A Thousand Days of Magic: Dressing Jacqueline Kennedy for the White House,New
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A gorgeously revised edition of this fashion favorite book, which combines Cassinis memoirs of working closely with Jacqueline Kennedy during her brief White House years, his fashion philosophies and ideas, and the iconography of the early 1960s style and energy of the Kennedy years. Jacqueline Kennedys selection of Oleg Cassini to design her personal wardrobe as First Lady was not only fashion history, but political history as well. As the creator of the 'Jackie look,' Cassini made the First Lady one of the bestdressed women in the world and a glamorous icon of the Kennedy era. During the 1000 days of the Kennedy administration, Cassini designed over 300 outfits for Jackie Kennedycoats, dresses, evening gowns, suits, and day wearand coordinated every aspect of her wardrobe, from shoes and hats to gloves and handbags. In this book, Cassini offers a fascinating and comprehensive view of his role as Jackies personal couturier, a position that allowed him unprecedented access to both Jackie and John Kennedy as a designer and a trusted friend. From the details of his first meetings with the First Lady to his thoughts on Jackies clothes and their legacy, Cassinis recollections are farranging and informative. Also included are Cassini's original sketches accompanied by 200 color and blackandwhite photographs of the First Lady as she tours India, France, England, and Italy, shows off the White House, and hosts state dinners and family gatherings. Public moments as well as private ones capture the great elegance and charm of one of the most admired and emulated women in the world.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'A Thousand Days of Magic'? A: The book focuses on Oleg Cassini's experiences designing Jacqueline Kennedy's wardrobe during her time as First Lady, highlighting the intersection of fashion and political history.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 304 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is bound in hardcover.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'A Thousand Days of Magic'? A: The book was published on September 15, 1995.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A Thousand Days of Magic'? A: The author of the book is Oleg Cassini.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, the book includes 200 color and black-and-white photographs of Jacqueline Kennedy.
- Q: What kind of insights can I expect from Oleg Cassini in this book? A: Readers can expect personal anecdotes, fashion philosophies, and insights into his role as Jacqueline Kennedy's couturier.
- Q: Is 'A Thousand Days of Magic' a revised edition? A: Yes, this is a gorgeously revised edition of the original book.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book features Cassini's original sketches along with photographs.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book regarding Jacqueline Kennedy? A: The book covers her fashion choices, the legacy of the 'Jackie look,' and significant moments from her time as First Lady.