Easton Pearson is a Brisbane-based internationally acclaimed fashion house renowned for their commissioned fabrics, signature embellishments and the juxtaposition of geographical, historical and artistic sources in their designs. This publication explores Easton Pearson's collaborations with contemporary artists and artisans, and acknowledges the designers' interest in a range of historical precursors in art history, dress history and other cultural forms. Featuring creations drawn...
More DescriptionEaston Pearson is a Brisbane-based internationally acclaimed fashion house renowned for their commissioned fabrics, signature embellishments and the juxtaposition of geographical, historical and artistic sources in their designs. This publication explores Easton Pearson's collaborations with contemporary artists and artisans, and acknowledges the designers' interest in a range of historical precursors in art history, dress history and other cultural forms. Featuring creations drawn from Easton Pearson's own archive and exploring their eclectic sources of inspiration, this richly illustrated book is published in association with the major survey exhibition organised by the Queensland Art Gallery. Easton Pearson features essays by internationally renowned fashion writer Peter McNeil; fashion commentator, stylist, writer and curator Jane de Teliga; and Gallery curators Miranda Wallace and Francis Parker.