Donatella Versace:

Versace—a name that epitomizes Italian opulence, bold sexiness, and a flair for the extravagant—holds its place firmly in the fashion world as a legendary and iconic luxury brand. Taking over the creative artistic direction of the family-run fashion house in 1997, the enigmatic and alluring Donatella Versace has since catapulted the brand into popular culture, cementing Versace as a go-to label for A-list celebrities. 

This richly illustrated tome chronicles Donatella’s interpretation of Versace in the twenty-first century and her remarkable work as the curator and face of Versace. Versace includes exclusive contemporary and archival imagery from runway and backstage shots to intimate scenes at the Versace atelier, with accompanying original essays penned by fashion’s most authoritative voices.

Featuring arresting photography by Richard Avedon, Irving Penn, and Steven Meisel, among many others; images of Versace fashions modeled by the original "supers," such as Christy Turlington, Naomi Campbell, and Linda Evangelista; and red-carpet coverage of Hollywood’s elite wearing dazzling Versace couture, this glittering volume delivers the magnetic vibrancy, supreme luxury, and glamour quotient that define Versace.

And if you ever wanted to meet Donatella Versace in person, here's your chance in Milan. After traveling to London and New York, Donatella will be presenting her book VERSACE on her last book tour in January at Milan's Piccolo Teatro. Moderators include some of the most influential voices in the world of fashion, who have contributed writing the book.

The event will consist of a meet and greet with dialogue between Donatella Versace, the public and groups of students from some of the most prestigious fashion and design schools. Some of the topics to be discussed include fashion photography, brand and image and digital communications.