by Cher
First published 2021
Bob Mackie opens his personal archives to showcase nearly sixty years of costume design brilliance. Cher presents this authorized celebration of the designer who created unforgettable looks for entertainment's biggest names. The book traces Mackie's journey from sketch artist under Edith Head at Paramount to his current work with pop stars and accessible fashion lines. Hundreds of photographs document his creations for Carol Burnett, Bette Midler, Tina Turner, Elton John, Diana Ross, Beyoncé, and Madonna. Previously unseen sketches reveal the creative process behind iconic pieces like Marilyn Monroe's "Happy Birthday, Mr. President" gown and Carol Burnett's curtain rod dress. The Tony and nine-time Emmy winner shares personal memories alongside his famous clients. This comprehensive volume captures how Mackie maintained relevance across changing fashion eras through spectacular forward-thinking design. Carol Burnett contributes a foreword while Cher provides the afterword to this tribute to sequins, feathers, and theatrical glamour.
Genres: biography, art, fashion-designers, art-history, fashion, fashion-design
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: behind-the-scenes, biographical
Period: 20th-Century, 21st-Century
304 pages · Hardcover · Simon & Schuster