Thursday, 3 November 2016
NEW YORK THROUGH A FASHION EYE
New York: Through a Fashion Eye is an illustrated guide to one of the world's most-loved fashion cities by one of the world's most-loved fashion illustrators. Let Megan Hess take you on an adventure through New York, showing you the hottest places to eat, sleep and play - all illustrated in her inimitable, elegant style. Featuring fashion-themed restaurants, hotels and sites to visit, as well as Megan's favourite places to shop, this is a must-have insider's guide to New York for any fashion lover.
New York! – it’s one of the fashion capitals of the world.
But for a fashion-lover, what are the must-see places to visit? With New York: Through A Fashion Eye Megan Hess will take you on a fashion adventure through this iconic city, and allow you to discover her favourite places to shop, eat, sleep and play – all through her fashion eye.
Megan’s signature style of fashion illustration has made her a favourite with international fashion labels, making her the perfect in-the-know guide for the reader.
In her inimitable, elegant way, she shines a light on the vast array of fashion-themed restaurants, hotels, parks, famous shops, galleries and sites to visit, as well as her own favourite places.
This is an uber stylish travel guide that highlights all the famous spots and will serve as a special keepsake of your trip. For armchair travellers it’s a stunningly, gorgeous and inspiring snapshot of the city.
New York: Through A Fashion Eye is full of Megan’s absolutely, beautiful, full-colour bespoke artworks that bring the New York streetscapes to life.
This is a must-have insider’s guide to New York for any fashionista.
FASHION ILLUSTRATOR
MEGAN HESS
An initial career in graphic design evolved into art direction for some of the world’s leading design agencies. In 2008 Hess illustrated the New York Times number one selling book Sex And The City - written by Candace Bushnell. She has since illustrated portraits for Vanity Fair and Time, created iconic accessories for Henri Bendel and illustrated the windows of Bergdorf Goodman in New York.
Hess’s signature style can also be found on her bespoke range of silk scarves, cushions and Limited Edition prints sold around the globe.
She has written and illustrated 3 best selling books: Fashion House, The Dress and Coco Chanel.
Her renowned clients include: Prada, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Yves Saint Laurent, Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Fendi, Ladurée, Givenchy, Wedgwood, Salvatore Ferragamo, Michelle Obama, Cartier, Laduree, Montblanc, Balenciaga, Guerlain, Paspaley, Tag Heuer, and Disney.
One of Megan’s favorite creative outlets is to create new Limited Edition Print Collections. Each Giclee is printed on Canson Arches Museum Velin, a deluxe heavy weight 315gsm, cream coloured, slightly textured, hand-moulded rag. Every print is UV coated, signed and editioned by Megan. Her inspirations range from the mystery of the black feather to glistening diamonds and the softest tulle.
MEGHAN HESS Prints are available to buy from $295 at meghanhess.com myshop
Megan Hess is an international fashion illustrator who works with some of the most prestigious fashion designers and luxury brands around the world, such as: Prada, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Yves Saint Laurent, Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Fendi, Ladurée, Givenchy, Wedgwood, Salvatore Ferragamo, Michelle Obama, Cartier, Laduree, Montblanc, Balenciaga, Guerlain, Paspaley, Tag Heuer, and Disney.
Her original pieces of art have varied in scale from the size of a postage stamp to the expanse of an entire building. Her work has appeared on the bottom of luxury swimming pools in Dubai and on the walls of some of the most coveted fashion houses around the world.
She illustrates all of her work with a bespoke Montblanc pen, who she affectionately calls Monty.
Her best days are those spent creating in her studio.
Hess’s signature style can also be found on her bespoke range of silk scarves, cushions and Limited Edition prints sold around the globe.
She has written and illustrated 3 best selling books: Fashion House, The Dress and Coco Chanel.
Her renowned clients include: Prada, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., Yves Saint Laurent, Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Fendi, Ladurée, Givenchy, Wedgwood, Salvatore Ferragamo, Michelle Obama, Cartier, Laduree, Montblanc, Balenciaga, Guerlain, Paspaley, Tag Heuer, and Disney.
One of Megan’s favorite creative outlets is to create new Limited Edition Print Collections. Each Giclee is printed on Canson Arches Museum Velin, a deluxe heavy weight 315gsm, cream coloured, slightly textured, hand-moulded rag. Every print is UV coated, signed and editioned by Megan. Her inspirations range from the mystery of the black feather to glistening diamonds and the softest tulle.
MEGHAN HESS Prints are available to buy from $295 at meghanhess.com myshop