World Lit Featuring Dana Thomas

PUBLISHED February 19th, 2015 08:09 am | UPDATED May 9th, 2018 03:13 am

Galliano and McQueen – forever renowned couture names, thanks to two working class British boys who shook fashion to its core. In her new book Gods and Kings, fashion and culture journalist Dana Thomas tells the story of John Galliano and Alexander McQueen, who with their daring and deeply seductive designs, moved from the raucous art and club scene of London to the old-school heart of French couture. Thomas, who witnessed their arrival in Paris and interviewed more than 100 people close to both designers, presents their lives in rich detail. Highlighting the similarities and differences in their temperament, charisma and style, she explores both their individual talent and the changing nature of fashion over the 80s, 90s and noughties.

Don’t miss this session of World Lit as Thomas discusses the unheard stories of Galliano and McQueen, and the relentless world of couture.Dana Thomas will also be conducting a special workshop on fashion writing on 21 Mar 2015.

This event will be happening on Friday, 20 March at 7.30pm at The Living Room, The Arts House.

Registration is free. To register, please click [here](http://www.eventbrite.sg/e/world-lit-dana-thomas-tickets-15431684584).