Martin Fraas – författare

"Black isn't a colour"? In the world of coveted fashion brands, it certainly is, and one of the most crucial at that. That's why authors Heide Christiansen and Martin Fraas have dedicated the second installment of their Fashion, Styles & Stories series to the theme of black. In The Black Book: Fashion, Styles & Stories, they showcase how expressive and powerful this colour can be in the context of fashion. Black caresses, exudes elegance, and simultaneously embodies rebellion. The black sheath dress harmoniously coexists with the black biker jacket, demonstrating the versatility of this colour.

Through captivating fashion photographs straight from the runways of top designers, Christiansen and Fraas explore various shades of the black look, providing readers with intriguing background stories. They present black as the underlying theme in haute couture, high fashion, and street style. Diversity and inspiration take centre stage in this coffee table book. Exploring The Black Book becomes a true delight and a must for any fashion enthusiast.

However, The Black Book: Fashion, Styles & Stories is not only a treat for fashion aficionados. Anyone seeking an exceptionally beautiful coffee table book should take a closer look. Because 'Black' captivates with a particularly high-quality visual and tactile experience. This is a book not only to be looked at with pleasure but also to be held, a jewel in any home.

For those in search of a uniquely fresh fashion book that creatively engages with current brands and has the potential to become a classic, The Black Book: Fashion, Styles & Stories is a must-read.

Text in English and German.

The Pink Book: Fashion, Styles & Stories is a dedicated series that comprehensively explores one of the most important themes in the fashion industry: colours. As the title suggests, this book focuses on all shades of pink, from vibrant fuchsia to delicate rose. The two authors, Heide Christiansen and Martin Fraas, showcase the power and allure that pink embodies through captivating runway shots.

These dynamic fashion photographs were captured at major haute couture shows by renowned designers and brands like Dior, Chanel, and Gucci, or emerged as street style photography from the bustling life of a metropolis. Christiansen and Fraas not only provide impressive visuals but also narrate intriguing backstories. The significance of the colour pink becomes the central theme around which an entire world of images and stories is constructed.

Any fashion enthusiast will be thrilled by this unique coffee table book. It serves as an inspiration for those passionate about fashion brands, high fashion, and the runways of the fashion industry. With its luxurious presentation and exquisite tactile quality, The Pink Book: Fashion, Styles & Stories almost becomes a fashion item itself. It is suitable as an upscale gift or a standout piece for any home library.

Text in English and German.

Be inspired by captivating fashion photography showcasing runway creations, street styles, monochromatic looks, colour combinations, accessories, and iconic outfits. Accompanying these inspiring images are concise texts that delve into the history and evolution of colour in fashion, revealing fascinating stories from the fashion world.

This illustrated book series presents the mega theme of colours in fashion in a fresh and innovative manner. The unique blend of inspiring fashion photography and engaging narratives makes these books a must-have for fashion enthusiasts. With their stylish design and luxurious feel, these illustrated books become coveted fashion icons in their own right.

Whether as the ultimate gift or as stylish fashion icons for the coffee table or bookshelf, these books epitomise impeccable style.