“Il Giornale delle Mode dedicato al bel sesso” joins the Fiamma Lanzara Library collection

The newly acquired collection comprises three annual editions, from 1792, 1794 and 1795, bound in two volumes, and represents an exceptional resource for the study of the development of fashion publishing in Italy.

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A Library
Rich in History

The “Fiamma Lanzara” Library and the Historical Archive of the Accademia Costume & Moda represent the largest cultural documentation centre on fashion in the Lazio region. They serve as a fundamental reference point for students, researchers, and industry professionals.

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Explore a cultural heritage of over 22,000 volumes, including monographic collections, historical and contemporary periodicals, the extensive student thesis collection, and the archival heritage with its five protected fonds.

ACCADEMIA COSTUME E MODA'S HISTORICAL ARCHIVE

A priceless treasure of history, creativity, and innovation. A heritage that safeguards the deep roots of Accademia Costume & Moda, bearing witness to the evolution of Costume and Fashion in Italy.

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PERIODICALS ARCHIVE

Over 15,000 magazine issues: from the very first issue of the American edition of Harper’s Bazaar, followed by its Italian counterpart, to the complete collection of Bellezza: Mensile d’Alta Moda e di Vita Italiana, and the latest independent and industry editorial releases, our library holds an extraordinary wealth of fashion publications.

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SPECIAL COLLECTIONS

The “Fiamma Lanzara” Library also houses two prestigious private bibliographic collections: the personal library of Franca Sozzani (legendary Editor-in-Chief of Vogue Italia) and that of fashion journalist Pia Soli.

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MONOGRAPHIC COLLECTIONS

The "Fiamma Lanzara" library contains over 6,000 monographic volumes in the fields of fashion, costume (theoretical and practical), art, applied arts, performing arts, communication, photography, and management.

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MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTIONS

Discover our subscriptions section, a valuable collection of the most influential magazines on Fashion, Costume, and Communication.

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ARCHIVAL COLLECTIONS

Documents, stories, and testimonies of fashion culture and its many facets from the early 20th century to the present day.

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THESIS

Each thesis tells a unique story, the result of months of study, experimentation, and design vision by the students of our Three-Year Courses and First-Level Master’s Programmes. This collection represents a valuable archive, capturing the evolution of Fashion, Costume, and Communication through the eyes and ideas of a new generation of creatives.

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LAMPOON NO. 32
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INTERNI N. 9
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METAL - N.52
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VIEW - N. 151
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DAZED - N. 288
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ART and DOSSIER - N. 435
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