New York City Ballet: Choreography & Couture

While there is nothing simple about what it took to put these photographs on the page—the work of the fashion designers, the artistry of the ballet dancers, the considered choreography, and the talent of the photographer to capture it all—the effect of it is effortlessly breathtaking. If you’re enthusiastic about fashion, photography, dance, or just culture in general, you’ll find this book to be a magnetic delight. Unlike some photography books, the emphasis here is on full page, gorgeous color photographs—hundred of them—alongside beautiful sketches and insights behind the costumes. It would be thoughtful gift for a person who appreciates art at any level, especially if that person is you.

No tutu's, no Swan Lake. This is breath-taking photography of NYCB dance and dancers, along with personal commentary from designers: Valentino, Prabal Gurug, Zack Posen, Carolina Herrara, etc. This photog has done portraits of artists like Lizzo and Lil Naz and celebs like Meghan and Harry so I am not surprised to see it is already a best seller; these amazing athletes are photographed like rock stars. I leave different pages open every day on my entry table, every page is beautiful. Good Xmas gifts --red cover! -- and it looks like a $100 coffee table book.

The images from Dukovic are ALIVE! It is a one of a kind photography book on ballet. I also own Tributes from NYCB and this is such a great photography book for NYCB to publish during the 75 year anniversary.

Happel’s vision, Dukovic’s in-the-moment captures bring this work of art together to the pinnacle of the NYCB maxim “there is only now”. Alive with motion, color and concise, complimentary content I’ll treasure this as much more than a cocktail table production. A living production in itself!

Stunning book encapsulating many years of hard work.

There is so much to love about this book and the photography truly makes this book a showstopper! I am a huge fan of ballet and have collected many books over the years. This book takes fashion and dance photography to another level! The photos capture the movement in such a poetic way. Congrats to the talented photographer. The images take you through a journey that is so vibrant and full of life.

Beautiful pictures but it's a small group of dancers that were used, including one who left the company several years ago.

I rcvd this book as a gift and the images are absolutely mesmerizing. I loved seeing all the famous designers who have created various looks and costume collaborations over the last decade. I was especially fond of the color and B&W images juxtaposed and the sense of movement and motion. Very special book that I am happy to have in our collection.