Books like Vogue & the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute by Hamish Bowles

The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s annual Costume Institute exhibition is celebrated as the most spectacular event in contemporary fashion. This book explores a decade of landmark shows—from 2001’s "Jacqueline Kennedy: The White House Years" to 2011’s "Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty" and 2014’s "Charles James: beyond fashion"—highlighting how each narrative has reflected and shaped the cultural zeitgeist. Curated by Harold Koda and Andrew Bolton, the exhibitions attract hundreds of thousands of visitors and generate widely admired fashion photography. Merged with the iconic Vogue magazine partnership, the book showcases photographs from the exhibitions, Vogue‑styled shoots inspired by them, and vibrant images from the galas that frequently feature figures such as Beyoncé, George Clooney, Oprah Winfrey, and Hillary Clinton. Readers receive insider access to the Costume Institute’s history and its pivotal role in contemporary style.

First publish date: 2014