THE BIBA EXPERIENCE - by ALWYN W TURNER (ANTIQUE COLLECTORS' CLUB) *** Founded in 1964 by Barbara Hulanicki, BIBA mixed the contemporary with Art Nouveau and Art Deco reflecting the golden age of Hollywood. The BIBA brand went on to play a key part in making London the most fashionble city in the world and remains to this day one of the most evocative names in British fashion, design and retail history. THE BIBA EXPERIENCE relates and illustrates the complete story of Hulanicki's extraordinary vision and achievement and showcases Biba clothing, fashion, memorabilia and ephemera covering the entire history of the company. This lavishly illustrated and beautifully produced book will appeal to anyone with an interest in 20th century fashion, style. clothing and graphic design of the 1960s and 1970s. The chapters are: The Biba Story The In Crowd Oh, You Pretty Things Cabaret Tumbling Down Pari's Story The Biba Collection She's a Rainbow Street Life Puss 'n' Boots Celluloid Heroes
