Murders from Couture. True Crime Stories from the World of High Fashion

Nine criminal stories from the world of high fashion: the most high-profile and mysterious deaths and kidnappings associated with world-famous fashion houses - Gucci, Givenchy, Yves Saint Laurent, and others.

The world of fashion, dazzling and glamorous, has long attracted not only those who want to conquer it, but also those who want to destroy it out of envy or greed. Astrid Fager and Mod Gabrielson, experienced fashion journalists, reveal to the reader the dark side of the fashion industry, telling the most high-profile and scandalous criminal stories associated with world-famous brands and designers.

The kidnapping of Kelvin Klein's daughter, the mysterious death of Yves Saint Laurent's muse Katusha, the robbery of the Givenchy house, the murder of Maurizio Gucci in Milan - these are just some of the fascinating incidents investigated in this book. 'Murders from Couture' is both an intriguing true crime thriller and a unique guide to the history of leading fashion houses with a long history.

'Journalists Mod Gabrielson and Astrid Fager are regulars at fashion shows. For several years now, they have been deciphering fashion trends and interviewing creators from the world of fashion. In 'Murders from Couture,' their duo tells the stories of famous criminal cases in this glamorous universe and the history of fashion as a whole. This investigation, supported by numerous testimonies, reads like a good thriller, but it is also a unique way to trace the history of fashion through eras and styles. An exciting journey through time!'
Le Figaro

'Hostage-taking, kidnappings, robberies... The world of fashion, enticing and attractive, has long been the stage for historical criminal cases. Investigating them are the 'Sherlock Holmeses of the fashion world' - journalists Astrid Fager and Mod Gabrielson. The drowning of Katusha, Yves Saint Laurent's muse, the robbery of the Givenchy house, the murder of Gucci in Milan... In 'Murders from Couture,' they offer us an intriguing thriller and a unique overview of the last fifty years of the fashion industry.'
Gala