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British Vogue: The Biography of an Icon

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The official history of British Vogue, telling the magazine's story and how it has reflected the changing face of Britain from the first issue in 1916 right up to the present day.

British Vogue has always been far more than just a fashion magazine. For more than a century it has defined the tastes and style of successive generations, playing a leading role in the continuing story of Britain's national identity. From wartime austerity to the swinging sixties, it is a chronicle of arts, politics, health, travel and much more in addition to fashion. Now, for the very first time, the fascinating history of British Vogue is told in full.

Beautifully illustrated with images from the Vogue photographic collections, the book draws on hitherto unseen archives and behind-the-scenes interviews with Vogue insiders including stylist Grace Coddington, editor Alexandra Shulman and fashion editor Lucinda Chambers. This is the story of a legend and the individuals who created (and curated) it, told against the backdrop of an extraordinary century of change, upheaval and beauty.

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This is a fascinating book. Impressively researched, full of new insights, and a joy to read, it puts into proper perspective Vogue's unrivalled role, not merely as a fashion magazine, but as a record of British cultural, social and artistic life in the changing world of the 20th and early 2lst centuries. I loved it. ― Josephine Ross, author of The Crown in Vogue

This excellent book chronicles the entire history of British Vogue accurately and enthrallingly. It is important, because it records the ever-changing creative climate and cast of characters of a publishing phenomenon, and preserves it all lest it ever be swept away ― SIr Nicholas Coleridge

A gem. Julie's book is a delicious reveal on how gently revolutionary a glossy magazine has been, charting everything from the open acceptance that wildly creative editor Dorothy Todd was living with VOGUE's fashion editor, Madge Garland, to the platonic bond between war correspondent Lee Miller and the editor she could not have survived WW2 without, Audrey Withers. It takes us right up to the modern age and the brilliance of Edward Enninful's editorship when the world was locked down for COVID-19. Every page has some rich and juicy fact I didn't know before.... ― Marion Hume, former editor of Vogue Australia, co-writer of the screenplay for LEE starring Kate Winslet as Lee Miller and Andrea Riseborough as Audrey Withers

Julie Summers has written the first book to give British Vogue its rightful place at the centre of an impeccably researched biography...always changing and always fascinating ― Alexandra Shulman, former editor of British Vogue

The fashion book of the year has to be British Vogue - the Biography of an Icon by Julie Summers which details the story of the legendary century-old magazine. It's exquisitely illustrated with work from the world's top photographers and the pages are alive with anecdotes and gossip. A history of 20th century fashion, culture and civilisation in one glorious book -- Mary O'Sullivan ― Sunday Independent

Book Description

The official history of British Vogue, telling the magazine's story and how it has reflected the changing face of Britain from the first issue in 1916 right up to the present day

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant for a fashionista

F. · 21 May 2025

Gift for my sister as she is a fashionista and she loves it! Great history about vogue

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect gift

K.C. · 7 June 2025

A very well accepted gift

5.0 out of 5 stars Fashion

K.A.B.C. · 31 January 2025

Very interesting book

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb read! Judge the book by the cover

J.S. · 24 November 2024

I am not interested in fashion but I love photography. From the front cover to the internal plates, the photographs are fabulous and iconic. The surprise for a fashion-phobe is the elegant writing that draws you in to every chapter. I don't read Vogue but this superbly written history is an eye opener and must read for fashion fans and those who just enjoy excellent social history.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fascinating Insight

C. · 23 October 2024

I loved reading this book. The author gives you a fascinating insight into the 20th Century. Alongside interesting and amusing stories about the main characters there is the history of the 20th Century.The book goes along at a really good pace and is an excellent read. Each chapter takes you through a decade and it is difficult not to keep going!I loved reading all the background to the photo shoots and getting snippets of information about the main players.I recommend you buy this book and give one to a friend for Christmas. Well worth it!

5.0 out of 5 stars History of a century seen through Britain's most pre-eminent fashion magazine

C.S. · 2 November 2024

A great read. A fantastic romp through a century of history as reported in British Vogue, and the colourful characters who created and contributed to it. So many facts that will surprise and delight. You certainly don't need to be a fashionista to enjoy this superb book.

4.0 out of 5 stars Vivacious Vogue

K. · 14 September 2025

Bit too many words but with fab photos of the iconic magazine.

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Product ID: K1474626203
Condition: New

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British Vogue: The Biography of an Icon-0
Type: Hardcover

AED17567

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Availability: In Stock

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Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

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Imported From: United Kingdom

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BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

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All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

The official history of British Vogue, telling the magazine's story and how it has reflected the changing face of Britain from the first issue in 1916 right up to the present day.

British Vogue has always been far more than just a fashion magazine. For more than a century it has defined the tastes and style of successive generations, playing a leading role in the continuing story of Britain's national identity. From wartime austerity to the swinging sixties, it is a chronicle of arts, politics, health, travel and much more in addition to fashion. Now, for the very first time, the fascinating history of British Vogue is told in full.

Beautifully illustrated with images from the Vogue photographic collections, the book draws on hitherto unseen archives and behind-the-scenes interviews with Vogue insiders including stylist Grace Coddington, editor Alexandra Shulman and fashion editor Lucinda Chambers. This is the story of a legend and the individuals who created (and curated) it, told against the backdrop of an extraordinary century of change, upheaval and beauty.

Read more

Review

This is a fascinating book. Impressively researched, full of new insights, and a joy to read, it puts into proper perspective Vogue's unrivalled role, not merely as a fashion magazine, but as a record of British cultural, social and artistic life in the changing world of the 20th and early 2lst centuries. I loved it. ― Josephine Ross, author of The Crown in Vogue

This excellent book chronicles the entire history of British Vogue accurately and enthrallingly. It is important, because it records the ever-changing creative climate and cast of characters of a publishing phenomenon, and preserves it all lest it ever be swept away ― SIr Nicholas Coleridge

A gem. Julie's book is a delicious reveal on how gently revolutionary a glossy magazine has been, charting everything from the open acceptance that wildly creative editor Dorothy Todd was living with VOGUE's fashion editor, Madge Garland, to the platonic bond between war correspondent Lee Miller and the editor she could not have survived WW2 without, Audrey Withers. It takes us right up to the modern age and the brilliance of Edward Enninful's editorship when the world was locked down for COVID-19. Every page has some rich and juicy fact I didn't know before.... ― Marion Hume, former editor of Vogue Australia, co-writer of the screenplay for LEE starring Kate Winslet as Lee Miller and Andrea Riseborough as Audrey Withers

Julie Summers has written the first book to give British Vogue its rightful place at the centre of an impeccably researched biography...always changing and always fascinating ― Alexandra Shulman, former editor of British Vogue

The fashion book of the year has to be British Vogue - the Biography of an Icon by Julie Summers which details the story of the legendary century-old magazine. It's exquisitely illustrated with work from the world's top photographers and the pages are alive with anecdotes and gossip. A history of 20th century fashion, culture and civilisation in one glorious book -- Mary O'Sullivan ― Sunday Independent

Book Description

The official history of British Vogue, telling the magazine's story and how it has reflected the changing face of Britain from the first issue in 1916 right up to the present day

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant for a fashionista

F. · 21 May 2025

Gift for my sister as she is a fashionista and she loves it! Great history about vogue

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect gift

K.C. · 7 June 2025

A very well accepted gift

5.0 out of 5 stars Fashion

K.A.B.C. · 31 January 2025

Very interesting book

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb read! Judge the book by the cover

J.S. · 24 November 2024

I am not interested in fashion but I love photography. From the front cover to the internal plates, the photographs are fabulous and iconic. The surprise for a fashion-phobe is the elegant writing that draws you in to every chapter. I don't read Vogue but this superbly written history is an eye opener and must read for fashion fans and those who just enjoy excellent social history.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Fascinating Insight

C. · 23 October 2024

I loved reading this book. The author gives you a fascinating insight into the 20th Century. Alongside interesting and amusing stories about the main characters there is the history of the 20th Century.The book goes along at a really good pace and is an excellent read. Each chapter takes you through a decade and it is difficult not to keep going!I loved reading all the background to the photo shoots and getting snippets of information about the main players.I recommend you buy this book and give one to a friend for Christmas. Well worth it!

5.0 out of 5 stars History of a century seen through Britain's most pre-eminent fashion magazine

C.S. · 2 November 2024

A great read. A fantastic romp through a century of history as reported in British Vogue, and the colourful characters who created and contributed to it. So many facts that will surprise and delight. You certainly don't need to be a fashionista to enjoy this superb book.

4.0 out of 5 stars Vivacious Vogue

K. · 14 September 2025

Bit too many words but with fab photos of the iconic magazine.

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