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'Queen of print and pattern, Orla Kiely details her life and inspiration in this beautifully presented book.' --Easy Living Magazine
'The perfect gift for fashion folk.' --Cosmopolitan
'Iconic print designer Orla Kiley releases her autobiographical and beautiful new book.' --Elle
'The perfect gift for fashion folk.' --Cosmopolitan
'Iconic print designer Orla Kiley releases her autobiographical and beautiful new book.' --Elle
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The world of Orla Kiely is one where pattern reigns. Immediately recognizable, her unique design language and sure sense of graphic control has seen her label become a hugely successful global brand in the decade since its launch. From her early signature bags, the collection has grown to include a complete womenswear line, accessories, travel and homeware, sold in shops and outlets worldwide. Giving a personal account of what informs her work and inspires her designs, Orla looks at pattern in all its manifestations - the impact of scale and proportion, rhythm and texture and the all-important dimension of color. With her prints applied to a wide range of products, from bags and clothing to decorative objects and soft furnishings, she is in a unique position to comment on all the ways in which pattern can enrich our lives. Illustrated with many examples of Orla's work, along with inspirational images that have shaped her style, the result is both a visual treasury and a thoughtful guide to using pattern with flair and confidence.
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As a Huge Orla fan, I admit i was wondering what this book would be like. I thought it'd be simply a catalogue of her work, with little writing.
Having Orla prints in ever room of our house, I was thinking I had nothing new to see, however I love the honesty in this book, and the delicate writing about her up bringing.
Orla, if your reading this, you should be very proud, yet again- you've nailed it. As with everything you do.
A must!
Having Orla prints in ever room of our house, I was thinking I had nothing new to see, however I love the honesty in this book, and the delicate writing about her up bringing.
Orla, if your reading this, you should be very proud, yet again- you've nailed it. As with everything you do.
A must!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a fantastic book. I bought it as a present to myself, but it would make a great gift for anyone who loves pattern and design. Orla Kiely's products have always tempted me - I love her retro take on things - and this book explains her history and thought process in a thorough but very easy to read and follow dialogue. The pictures are wonderful too! It's on my coffee table and even though I've read it from cover to cover, I still go back to it again and again.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is beautiful from the first page to the last, well worth the money and would make a wonderful gift for anyone who likes Orla Kiely.
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Somewhat misleading...
I bought this book, heavily discounted, from The Book People, and, even so, I feel a bit cheated. The title is "Pattern", but the thing that has struck me most about the book is... Read more
Published 2 months ago by The Xmas Fairy
An original designer
Orla Kiely is an orginal: Irish, female, anti-loud and cheap fashion designer. She tells her story from her Dublin childhood, her textile studies in London, international... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Catherine Laz
A bit of a surprise...
I was quite surprised at this book when it arrived. I thought, mainly from the title I suppose, that this would be Orla's experienced treatise on surface pattern design, not an... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Carol
patterns patterns patterns!!!
This book is amazing it holds everything you need to know about Orla Kiely's life and her work.If the book is one thing it is inspirational to any designer!!!! Read more
Published 4 months ago by sugarcubes
Interesting coffee table book
I do love Orla Kiely's work, and there are some very nice designs in the book.
I'm removing one star because the patterns in the book are only the patterns as printed on... Read more
I'm removing one star because the patterns in the book are only the patterns as printed on... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. D. L. Mackie
Something for everyone
Whether you're new to Orla Kiely, or are a die-hard fan; this book has something for anyone with an interest in pattern, textiles, design or just things that look lovely in the... Read more
Published 11 months ago by RachelSaysHello
Beautiful inside and out!
This is a really 'treaty' book which is perfect for a present, or a little bit of self-indulgence. It's crammed with photographs, but is also a really thoughtful, well written read... Read more
Published 12 months ago by karamina
Pattern Orla Keily
Brilliant book for all fans of great design,but a must if you love Orla's work.Lots of great photos and insight.
Published 13 months ago by DawninSkye
Great book for anyone who loves design
I had had my eye on this book for a while and when I found it on Amazon at this great price I was very chuffed indeed. Read more
Published 13 months ago by K. Mawer
Orla Kiely pattern book
This is a must have book for anyone interested in design. It is a chunky hardback book with wonderful images from Orla Kiely's extensive collection. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Rae45
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