The inaugural book devoted to the fashion photography of esteemed British lensman Martin Parr, “Fashion Faux Parr,” presents Parr’s cache of fashion snapshots compiled within a single volume for the first time. With over 250 colorful images, many of which have never been seen before, the book delves into a diverse array of fashion ventures, ranging from editorial collaborations with top-tier magazines and fashion houses like Vogue, Balenciaga, and Gucci to candid glimpses behind the scenes of major fashion affairs and portraits of luminaries within the industry.
Featuring two essays penned by influential figures in the fashion realm, Patrick Grant and Tabitha Simmons, the book provides insightful commentary on Parr’s distinct perspective on the fashion landscape, situating it within a broader context. “Fashion Faux Parr” stands as the sole publication dedicated to Martin Parr’s uniquely original approach to fashion, encompassing both commissioned and personal photographs, alongside reproductions of his published features in Vogue and other esteemed international fashion publications.