Amongst those considered to be the most elite in the world of clothing design, the idea of couture in fashion involves the best of the best pushing their craft to it’s most (extreme, and sometimes extremely odd) realized form. In Couture in the 21st Century, compiled by writer Deborah Bee and photographer Rankin (of course he only has one name), you’ll see some of the most famous fashion designers’ most extreme work. Tucked in with the pictures, you’ll also find essays from famous fashion personalities like Oscar de la Renta, discussing where the clothing world is heading. This is a great resource for fashion students, art students, and fans of design in general