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Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Language
English
Description
Presents style and design as they relate to world events, people, politics, social change, and technology. Yuppies, electronics, goths, and Gore-Tex pushed fashion to extremes in an era of androgyny and "anything goes." In the midst of glamour and grunge, underware came "out" and fabrics turned "green."
Author
Publisher
Gallery Books
Language
English
Description
"From a bestselling fashion guru--a fascinating, meticulously researched history of Western fashion covering every topic from the history of the high heel to the origin of blue jeans.America's favorite fashion expert, New York Times bestselling author, beloved mentor on Project Runway, and a frequent guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Dr. Oz, The Biggest Loser, and others--Tim Gunn is also the chief creative officer of Liz Claiborne and a former faculty...
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens
Language
English
Description
Focuses on fashion of the 1970s while charting the rise of antifashion,the birth of New Wave, and the impact of denim on couture.
Presents style and design as they relate to world events, people, politics, social change, and technology. Punks, glam rockers, & new romantics Vietnam, an oil crisis, disco dancing, and Lycra stretched the concept of fashion to outlandish and outrageour limits. Yet, in the frenzy of anti-fashion, retro romance and oriental...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Language
English
Description
From the creator of the bestselling Bad Girls Throughout History!
Celebrated illustrator and author Ann Shen shares her striking study of history's most iconic styles, and the women who changed the world while wearing them.
From the revolutionary bikini to the presidential pantsuit, this book explores 50 fashions through bold paintings and insightful anecdotes that empower readers to make their own fashion statements.
• Demonstrates the power...
Author
Publisher
New Amsterdam Books
Edition
Second edition.
Language
English
Description
Here is this second edition of Joan Nunn's detailed survey of costume in the Western world over the past eight centuries. She not only gives the reader a vivid visual impression of the clothes themselves, but also outlines the historical and social background and the changes in manufacturing techniques and fashionable life that have influenced the way costume has developed and the manner in which it has been worn. The book is illustrated throughout...
Author
Series
Publisher
Barron's
Edition
First edition for the United States, its territories and dependencies, and Canada.
Language
English
Description
"From Coco Chanel to Christian Dior and from Giorgio Armani to Vivienne Westwood, 'Icons of Culture: Fashion' offers a rich and comprehensive introduction to the lives and accomplishments of 50 key individuals who dominated the fashion industry from the late nineteenth century to the present day..."--Jacket.
14) The fashion book
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Edition
First American edition.
Language
English
Description
A sassy style guide for teenage girls shares insight into the fashion world and how to personalize one's appearance for best results, chronicling fashion trends throughout history while sharing practical tips from top designers and models.
Author
Publisher
Quarto Publishing
Language
English
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Description
Travel through time and learn about the most popular fashion trends in history! Explore world history and culture through the lens of fashion with The Complete Book of Fashion History. Travel through time and learn about the most popular fashion trends in history, from the animal furs of prehistory to the golden crowns of ancient Egypt. Why did French aristocrats powder their hair? And why did Scottish soldiers wear kilts? From buttons to zippers...
18) Costume
Author
Series
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Edition
1st American ed.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text document the history and meaning of clothing, from loincloths to modern children's clothes.
Publisher
DK Publishing
Edition
First American edition.
Language
English
Description
"From simple to sophisticated, elegant to excessive, what we wear says who we are. "Fashion" is the ultimate visual guide to everything ever worn. From the extravagance of Ancient Egypt, through the legendary fashion houses of Chanel and Dior, to the latest cutting-edge labels, this gorgeous collection of costume and dress shows how fashion reflects people and places, and captures the times in which they lived."--p.[4] of cover.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Language
English
Description
"Explore the rich history and iconic trends in clothing fashion--from togas to gowns made from recycled plastic bottles. Create a capsule wardrobe, then explore how to make it your own. A Fashion Hack for creating 'flair' gets you started!"--
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