1965 Elegance by Geneviève Dariaux — Mid-Century French Style Classic, Crème De La Crème Edition

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This is the crème de la crème of French style books: a 1965 hardcover edition of Elegance by Geneviève Antoine … Read more This is the crème de la crème of French style books: a 1965 hardcover edition of Elegance by Geneviève Antoine Dariaux — the legendary directrice of Nina Ricci and the woman who quite literally wrote the book on Parisian chic.

More than a guide, this is a cultural artifact: the original mid-century edition that fashion historians, stylists, and Francophiles treasure. Long before modern “French girl style” became a trend, Dariaux distilled the secrets of true elegance — refinement, simplicity, discretion, quality — into sharp, witty, utterly timeless entries.

This edition features its original 1965 Harper & Row printing, crisp typography, and the iconic teal linen boards that collectors seek. A beautiful object on its own, perfect for displaying in a dressing room, bedroom, vanity vignette, or fashion library.

Why this copy is special
* Original 1965 hardcover, not the later reprint
* Classic mid-century design
* Clean, tight pages; excellent interior condition
* A foundational text of Parisian style
* The true crème de la crème of Dariaux’s works

A must-have for anyone who loves French fashion, mid-century design, or the art of living beautifully. See less