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Miles of MAC Hardcover – September 9, 2014
- Print length256 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherRizzoli
- Publication dateSeptember 9, 2014
- Dimensions9.58 x 1.09 x 12.14 inches
- ISBN-100847843513
- ISBN-13978-0847843510
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“…an ode to the paring of skin with makeup and a feast of inspirational portrait ideas. The book’s 200 chroma-driven images comprise a lustrous swipe file of unconventional, ingenious makeup treatments—some over the top, some surprisingly elegant—each with a different iteration of Aldridge’s well-developed sense of fantasy.” -Rangefinder
“Forget about tutorials and trends -- James Gager, MAC's Senior VP and Group Creative Director, isn't interested in showing ready-to-wear, traditional makeup looks. He's more interested in storytelling. And with the help of high-fashion photographer Miles Aldridge, Gager has done just that with Miles of MAC, a compilation of epic poetry, imaginary characters, and voyeuristic vignettes, all told through striking images that showcase the makeup giant's artistic prowess. Since its start in 1984, MAC, has intrigued and inspired countless artists, all of who come together to discuss the impact that the company has had on their lives and work in this striking tome. Filled with pages of vibrantly styled images, Gager and Aldridge's book perfectly captures the innovative, risk-taking spirit that has carried the brand through the past 30 years.” –Nylon
“The Wildest Vintage MAC Ads of All Time. In the beauty world, you aren't a Mac or a PC. You're just a MAC, one of the biggest beauty powerhouses with a reputation for celebrating individuality and big, often highly anticipated, collaborations. A new book titled Miles of MAC, showcases both of these things, with pages of vintage ads shot by photographer Miles Aldridge in collaboration with James Gager, the senior VP and creative director for MAC. The results are highly cinematic and graphic…this isn't your typical makeup book.” –New York Magazine
“Miles of MAC explores the power of makeup artistry. Miles of Mac is an inspirational, high-fashion book that celebrates the drama of the makeup artistry of MAC with stunning photography by the iconic fashion photographer Miles Aldridge. With striking images of some of the best and most inspiring MAC looks to date, this stunning book celebrates MAC with over 200 color photographs and gives readers the opportunity to delve into the vivid and surreal world that makes MAC one of the most highly sought-after cosmetics brands in the world.” –Life + Times
About the Author
Miles Aldridge is a fashion photographer based in London. He has shot for major publications such as W, the New York Times Magazine, GQ, The New Yorker, Harper's Bazaar, and Vogue Nippon, British Vogue, and Vogue Italia. He has also shot for many noted fashion designers such as Karl Lagerfeld, Yves Saint Laurent, Carolina Herrera, and Giorgio Armani. His photographs have been displayed in art galleries across the world and he has produced several monographs, including Pictures for Photographs, Other Pictures, Acid Candy, The Cabinet, and I Only Want You to Love Me.
Product details
- Publisher : Rizzoli; First Edition (September 9, 2014)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 256 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0847843513
- ISBN-13 : 978-0847843510
- Item Weight : 4.15 pounds
- Dimensions : 9.58 x 1.09 x 12.14 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #2,008,619 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #956 in Fashion Photography (Books)
- #1,407 in Fashion History
- #2,280 in Portrait Photography
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Customers enjoy the book's visual quality. They find the photographs beautiful, inspiring, and gorgeous. The book has colorful pages that are great for framing and decorating a vanity or makeup room. The photos are high-resolution and taken by a professional photographer.
"...The book is giant, has gorgeous colored pages, and for the quality, should be more expensive!..." Read more
"...The book is a amazing quality and the picture are vibrant like youd expa Mac product to be. So worth the money" Read more
"...in my studio, so i am highly biased, but this is just an amazing collection of images and all geared toward the makeup artists...." Read more
"...It covers MAC campaigns from 2008-2014. All of the photos are high resolution and beautiful...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2014I can't even begin to tell you how much I LOVE this book! I am a makeup artist, and have been in love with MAC since I was 16 years old and started my interest in cosmetics. The book is giant, has gorgeous colored pages, and for the quality, should be more expensive! I was shocked to receive it and realize I only paid $30 for it! It's printed in Italy, so you know it's super high quality print. I am going to put this in my studio for everyone to enjoy. It has a clear protective cover on it, so it's easy to wipe down if needed. I can't say enough about this book. If you know anyone, or if you yourself are into makeup, this is the perfect purchase! You won't regret it =)
- Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2018My brother who just made Mac store manager in California (yay) love this as a birthday gift. He said hed never seen one in real life. The book is a amazing quality and the picture are vibrant like youd expa Mac product to be. So worth the money
- Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2014As a fashion photographer and collaborator with many makeup artists i can say this is SUCH a phenomenal book. Miles is my favorite photographer, and his last book " I Only Want You to Love Me" is a prized possession in my studio, so i am highly biased, but this is just an amazing collection of images and all geared toward the makeup artists. I bought one on pre-order and then after receiving it bought another right away for a makeup artist who was having a birthday. Perfect gift for any fashionista, makeup artist, model, photographer or fan of art and talent on their coffee table.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2015The best makeup book I own. Better than Kevyn Aucoin; better than Nars; better than Scott Barnes... simply, the best! It covers MAC campaigns from 2008-2014. All of the photos are high resolution and beautiful. There's a short forward in the beginning of the book, and then a few quotes through out the book from various celebrities and makeup artists describing their relationship with MAC. Great coffee table book and it would make an excellent gift for any beauty enthusiast!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2017Is a beautiful book. There was small amount of cracking on bottom corner. I wouldn't even care but it was a gift. My daughter didn't mind so I didn't exchange it but someone needs to be careful. Can't tell who could have been the culprit so not blaming anyone in particular.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2015Absolutely gorgeous book full of inspiring photographs, brilliant concepts and gorgeous art! It's bigger than I expected and super thick, all printed on beautiful paper! This is probably my favorite inspiration book ever, for both photography and makeup artistry!
- Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2019Beautiful coffee table book. It’s on display in my beauty room. Lots of full size colorful photos. Would be great for framing the photos and decorating a vanity or makeup room as well.
Beautiful coffee table book. It’s on display in my beauty room. Lots of full size colorful photos. Would be great for framing the photos and decorating a vanity or makeup room as well.
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2025Although there were MANY brands before MAC Cosmetics- MAC blew the roof off with vibrant colors, intense artistry & the ability to appeal to all ages, all races and all sexes! Regardless of who you were, male, female gender fluid or not- MAC was accepting of all and that's what made the brand so amazing. I'm am VERY proud to have had the opportunity to work for the brand while it was still focused VERY heavy in artistry. The makeup sold itself & still does! Some of your favorite newer makeup brands founders, were definitely MAC artists including Charlotte Tilbury, Val Garland, Keita Moore & Steven T. many more. The color grade of this print is just like the brand - vibrant and a treat for the eyes, it is also something to inspire your own artistry if you are in the industry in any capacity. It is beautiful to see MAC in its resurgence era... The girls & boys are going BACK TO MAC... Welcome Back... Bleed Black!
5.0 out of 5 starsAlthough there were MANY brands before MAC Cosmetics- MAC blew the roof off with vibrant colors, intense artistry & the ability to appeal to all ages, all races and all sexes! Regardless of who you were, male, female gender fluid or not- MAC was accepting of all and that's what made the brand so amazing. I'm am VERY proud to have had the opportunity to work for the brand while it was still focused VERY heavy in artistry. The makeup sold itself & still does! Some of your favorite newer makeup brands founders, were definitely MAC artists including Charlotte Tilbury, Val Garland, Keita Moore & Steven T. many more. The color grade of this print is just like the brand - vibrant and a treat for the eyes, it is also something to inspire your own artistry if you are in the industry in any capacity. It is beautiful to see MAC in its resurgence era... The girls & boys are going BACK TO MAC... Welcome Back... Bleed Black!A Beautiful Piece of The Grand Years of MAC Artistry
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2025
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- Andrzej AstReviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Great photography by Miles Aldridge
I've bought this book as an inspiration for creative makeup but the book is much more than that. The photographs by Miles Aldridge are visually striking little stories on it's own. Excellent and inspiring books for MUA, photographers or anyone interested visual arts.
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Kindle-KundeReviewed in Germany on February 26, 2020
4.0 out of 5 stars Toller Bildband ohne Anleitung o.e.
Tolles Bilder Buch. Mich stört dass man die benutzen Produkte nicht genannt werden.
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Rossella GelsiReviewed in Italy on April 26, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Consigliato!
Condizioni perfette e spedizione veloce
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Amazon カスタマーReviewed in Japan on September 28, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars めっちゃオシャレ
さすがメイクアップ業界を引っ張るMACのビジュアルブックだけあります。
とてもスタイリッシュで毒気があって、刺激になります。
メイクが大好きなので、テンション上がる♪
メイクはもちろん、ファッションや、アート、さまざまなジャンルのインスピレーションになると思います!
- Alexandra S.Reviewed in Canada on March 31, 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars Worked perfectly as a gift, great quality
Fabulous quality. I bought this as a secret Santa gift for a friend and she loved it. Was able to thumb through it after the plastic was finally open, and the photos are beautiful. It's the coffee table book I hoped it would be for my makeup-loving friend.