{"product_id":"louis-francois-cartier-9781761452598","title":"Louis-Francois Cartier : The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe illustrated biography of fashion designer Louis-Francois Cartier, from acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLouis-François Cartier: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon explores the remarkable life behind one of the world’s most influential luxury design houses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracing the birth and rise of Cartier, this visually rich volume reveals a legacy defined by innovation, artistry and impeccable taste. Through Megan Hess’s signature illustrations, readers are taken on a journey through the pivotal moments that shaped both the man and the brand, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe creation of the first modern wristwatch in 1904 for Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, at a time when pocket watches still reigned\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe emergence of the iconic panther motif, designed by Jeanne Toussaint, partner of Cartier’s grandson and later Creative Director of the house\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCartier’s close connections with royalty in the early twentieth century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe legendary story of Cartier’s New York flagship, famously acquired from its owner in exchange for a pearl necklace\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe instantly recognisable deep-red box, now a global symbol of luxury\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA must-have for lovers of fashion, jewellery and timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor: Megan Hess\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFashion \u0026amp; textiles: design, Biography: arts \u0026amp; entertainment, Fashion \u0026amp; style guides\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003ePublished on 30 Jun 2026 by Hardie Grant Books.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardback\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Megan Hess","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57319595442554,"sku":"9781761452598","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/4125\/files\/9781761452598.jpg?v=1790631886","url":"https:\/\/belfastbooks.co.uk\/cy\/products\/louis-francois-cartier-9781761452598","provider":"Belfast Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}