A perennial popular book from the V&A. The Cutting Edge, originally published to accompany one of the V&A s most successful fashion exhibitions, spans 50 years of innovation, classic creativity and exuberant style. From the tailoring of Savile Row and the opulence of 1950s evening gowns, to the extraordinarily inventive use of historical styles by contemporary designers, the story of Britain s fashion identity unfolds via elegant photographs and a highly informative text.