Cartier: The Story Behind The Style

By (author) Taylor Rachael
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The story of iconic jewellery brand, Cartier
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Cartier: The Story Behind the Style is a beautifully illustrated, handbag-sized visual history of one of the world''s most iconic brands. From the brand''s inception in Paris in 1847, Cartier has been the go-to jeweller for the world''s most stylish set. Filled with photographs and information from the company''s 175 years, go behind the scenes to discover the story of how Cartier became synonymous with luxury. Chart the rise of the famous jeweller and watchmaker from humble beginnings in 19th-century Paris to the slick empire it is today. Discover how the ambitious Cartier family broke fresh ground in design, enchanted maharajas and presidents, struck up strategic creative partnerships, and became a household name with iconic designs such as the Panthère, Tank and Love bracelet. Cartier: The Story Behind the Style is the perfect book for any fashion or jewellery lover. Also available, Tiffany & Co.: The Story Behind the Style
Biographical note
Rachael Taylor is a freelance jewellery journalist and regular contributor to a wealth of titles across the globe including The Financial Times, The Telegraph, The Independent and Condé Nast titles. Rachael is also a sought-after speaker and a judge at prestigious jewellery competitions including The UK Jewellery Awards and The Goldsmiths'' Craft & Design Council Awards. Rachael also co-founded The Jewellery Cut, a platform that showcased independent fine jewellery designers. She lives by the sea in Brighton with her husband and two sons.
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The story of iconic jewellery brand, Cartier
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Sample contents: The Beginnings of Cartier, Royal Affiliations, The First Men''s Wristwatch, At the Heart of Art Deco, Inspiration from India, Stars and their Tanks, Mystery Clocks, Cartier''s Jewellery Workshops, Glyptics, Fur Setting, Jeweller to the Stars, Red-Carpet Rocks, Love Bracelet, The New York Flagship, Cartier''s Famous Red Box, Meet the Bellboys, Philanthropy, Continuing the Legacy, Ethical Supply Chain, Cartier Today and Tomorrow
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Written by Rachael Taylor, a journalist specialising in jewellery who has written for The Financial Times, Conde Nast publications and Retail Jeweller.
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Illustrated with full colour photographs from the brand''s history
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Cover finishes: matt lam and foil
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Comp titles would be Little Book of... fashion titles, Little Book of Chanel has sold over 35,000 copies through TCM
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Further titles in the series coming soon!