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Sonia’s Sketches

Sonia Rykiel may be known as the queen of knitwear, but another medium is the designer’s is about to get some major attention. Works in pencil, markers, and pastels make up the first-ever exhibition and private sale by Rykiel, which will go on display June 4 at the Galerie Catherine Houard in Paris.

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