Pamela Golbin

Even though this book purports to explore the range of themes, styles, and inspirations behind Valentino's work I found it rather lacklustre. There were sections which covered lines, patterns, and motifs, but I didn't feel that any of them were accurate representations of the couturier's acheivements. Maybe the pieces chosen weren't special in-and-of themselves or there simply weren't enough of them shown to represent themes properly, but I am sure that Valentino is much more than this book show more paints him to be! show less