“Shocking: The Surreal World of Elsa Schiaparelli” book, published by Thames&Hudson. Get inspired by the witty world of Elsa Schiaparelli, a prominent fashion figure of mid-20th century fashion. From sweaters decorated with trompe-l’oeil bow motifs to baroque gowns of the early 1950s, her designs were at the center of Paris couture. The lobster dress and shoe-hat inspired by Salvador Dalí were especially iconic, and influenced by her friendships with Surrealist artists.