
and going through the pages is a 3-D experience, much like the griffin and sabine series of books that people went crazy for back in the early 90s. for example, there is a pocket with little photos of things that inspired her (vegetables, a stained-glass window) and actual fabric swatches:


and of course tippi's adorable illustrations and photos of the finished product:

last november 2009 was the opening of "slim: salvacion lim higgins" retrospective at the national museum and the simultaneous launch of the coffeetable book of the same name. unfortunately, we were on a trip and were unable to attend. but the exhibit is ongoing till march and we plan to go next week! meanwhile, we purchased a copy of the book—but we got the numbered, special edition, which comes with a tote bag and a hot-pink-fabric-covered sleeve:



the text was written by lizza nakpil, the gorgeous photos are by neal oshima, and the design of the book is by B+C. inside you'll see collages of slim's history...

full-bleed photos of scrumptious dresses (and details) that could've easily been designed today...

personalities and models from decades past wearing the creations...

"not by the book: fashioning design" by tippi ocampo available at fully booked, powerbooks, select national book stores, best sellers, and through order@notbythebook.net. "slim: salvacion lim higgins" available at national book store.
6 comments:
Hi
I want to go to National Museum, Great! to think I missed it.
Is it free? where do i buy tickets? or can i just walk in?
Thanks!
Yes go to see SLIM at the national museum until March, it's a must! Museum is open every day except monday and tuesday. Entrance is P100 and free on sunday. Just walk in!
thanks, anonymous, for answering the query!
Love the SLIMs book!!
Man, this book rocks!!! I saw it at a friend's place. It is stunning! THIS IS FILIPINO COUTURE AT ITS BEST!
Thank God, the SLIM show at National Museum is extended! They said until May, so that means i can see it when i go to manila this summer vacation. Whew...thought i'd miss it.
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