Jil Sander by Jil Sander

Offering unprecedented access into her career and personal history, the iconic fashion designer reveals the visionary work and artistic sensibility that has kept her always one step ahead of her time. For decades, the name Jil Sander has evoked the philosophy of less is more—a minimalist aesthetic using the highest quality materials and employing exquisite craftsmanship to achieve poetic purity. However, the arc of Sander's career is anything but simple. Designed and produced as impeccably as her clothing, this beautiful book provides remarkable insight into Sander's history as a designer, artist, and international businesswoman. Filled with archival material, some of it previously unpublished, and glimpses into the life of its famously publicity-shy subject, this book chronicles how Sander started in the 1960s at the age of 24 and quickly established herself as a discerning designer unfazed by trends. When the world finally caught up to her brand in the late 80s and 90s, the Sander name became one of the most prestigious in fashion. Adhering to her core principles was key to her success with her own label, her foray into cosmetics, and her later partnership with Uniqlo, where she created the special line +J. Sander collaborated with leading architects on the architecture and interior design of her multinational flagship stores. Her keen marketing instincts resulted in hugely successful advertising campaigns. Every aspect of Sander's career is interwoven in this fascinating story—fashion, design, cosmetics, and architecture—and renowned designer Irma Boom mirrors Sander's unique approach, incorporating Japanese origami, fine tailoring, sewing patterns, and more. The result is an elegant manifestation of the Jil Sander name—a story of integrity and grit, sumptuously packaged and incomparably timeless.