Thames & Hudson

Sport Banger: The Art of Dressing Like You Don’t Care by Jamie Clifton (Thames & Hudson) — a genuine cultural history of the aesthetic that communicates identity through apparent indifference: the tracksuit with designer trainers, the football shirt with tailored trousers, the sports brand logo as the most eloquent fashion statement available. Traces Sport Banger from its emergence in British street culture through its adoption by musicians, artists, and the fashion industry. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Yayoi Kusama: 1945 to Now (Thames & Hudson) — the complete retrospective of the world’s most visited living artist, from her childhood in wartime Japan through her years as an outsider in New York’s art world, her period of institutionalisation in Tokyo, and the global fame of the Infinity Mirror Rooms. The most comprehensive account of one of the most extraordinary artistic careers of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Jean Paul Gaultier Catwalk: The Complete Collections (Thames & Hudson) — every Gaultier collection from 1976 to 2020, with commentary by Gaultier himself, documenting one of fashion’s most distinctive and most socially engaged visions: the male corset, the sailor suit, Madonna’s conical bra, the skirt for men — each collection a complete artistic statement designed to challenge and delight simultaneously. The most comprehensive Gaultier reference available. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Yves Saint Laurent: The Impossible Collection by Laurence Benaïm (Thames & Hudson) — fifty of the most significant pieces from forty years of YSL haute couture, presented in the large-format photography that makes this as much an art book as a fashion reference. Each piece selected for the qualities that distinguish fashion from clothing — the argument for which pieces deserve to be called works of art, and the visual record to support it. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Givenchy Catwalk: The Complete Collections by Alexandre Samson (Thames & Hudson) — every Givenchy collection, documenting the forty-year career of the most faithful custodian of the haute couture tradition in the second half of the twentieth century. A designer whose most famous client was Audrey Hepburn and whose most important achievement was demonstrating, season after season, that technical perfection in couture is the deepest form of respect for the body. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Versace Catwalk: The Complete Collections by Tim Blanks (Thames & Hudson) — every Versace collection, documenting the development of one of fashion’s most immediately recognisable visions: the Medusa head, the safety pin, the leather and the gold, the supermodels, the baroque excess that defined the 1990s. From Gianni through Donatella — a complete visual record of fashion as spectacle and as power. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Vivienne Westwood Catwalk: The Complete Collections by Alexander Fury (Thames & Hudson) — every Westwood collection, from the punk origins of the 1970s through four decades of politically engaged, technically accomplished fashion that simultaneously revived historical tailoring traditions and subverted every fashion convention it encountered. The complete record of the most important British fashion career — runway photography and expert commentary throughout. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Tarkovsky: Films, Stills, Polaroids and Writings (Thames & Hudson) — the films, the working stills, the personal Polaroids, and the writings of Andrei Tarkovsky, one of the twentieth century’s greatest artists, gathered in the most comprehensive available account of a cinema of metaphysical ambition and extraordinary visual power. Andrei Rublev. Mirror. Stalker. Sacrifice. — an indispensable companion for anyone who has encountered his work. Published by Thames & Hudson.

John Galliano for Dior Catwalk by Alexander Fury (Thames & Hudson) — the complete photographic record of John Galliano’s fifteen years at Dior, during which he produced the most theatrically extravagant and technically brilliant collections in recent fashion history — each one a complete artistic statement combining haute couture mastery with the narrative ambition of a major theatrical production. An essential document of fashion at its most creative. Published by Thames & Hudson.

Paul Williamson’s comprehensive catalog presents the remarkable Wyvern Collection, featuring medieval and Renaissance sculpture, metalwork, and decorative arts. This Thames & Hudson publication offers art historians, collectors, and enthusiasts unprecedented access to centuries of European artistic mastery, showcasing the evolution of sculptural techniques and ornamental craftsmanship that defined these transformative historical periods.

Explore Britain’s artistic heritage through this stunning collection featuring one hundred exceptional paintings from National Trust properties. Curated by John Chu, David A. H B. Taylor, and National Trust experts, this Thames & Hudson publication showcases masterpieces from historic estates, castles, and gardens across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, offering unprecedented access to centuries of artistic patronage.

Jessica Lack’s Protest Art (Art Essentials) from Thames & Hudson explores the revolutionary power of artistic expression in social movements. This comprehensive guide examines how artists throughout history have used creativity as a tool for political resistance and social change. Discover the compelling relationship between art and activism, from historical revolutionary works to contemporary protest movements, revealing how visual expression challenges authority and inspires collective action.

Master the ancient art of metalsmithing with Jinks McGrath’s expert guidance in Metalsmithing for Jewelry Makers. This Thames & Hudson publication transforms traditional metal-work techniques into accessible methods for contemporary jewelry creators. From foundational principles to advanced metalsmithing processes, McGrath bridges the gap between classic craftsmanship and modern design, making this essential reading for artisans at every skill level seeking to create professional-quality jewelry pieces.

Dominic Bradbury’s definitive guide to midcentury modern furniture explores the iconic designs that revolutionized interior spaces from the 1940s to 1960s. This Thames & Hudson publication examines the clean lines, innovative materials, and timeless appeal of legendary furniture pieces that continue to influence contemporary design. Essential reading for design enthusiasts and collectors.

Revisions by Hatje Cantz offers transformative perspectives that challenge conventional wisdom and inspire new ways of thinking. Published by Thames & Hudson, this compelling work demonstrates the author’s ability to present sophisticated concepts with remarkable clarity and precision. A thought-provoking exploration that pushes boundaries while remaining accessible to diverse readers.