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Fashion History
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Author : Linda Welters
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2018-02-08
Fashion History written by Linda Welters and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-02-08 with Design categories.
Fashion History: A Global View proposes a new perspective on fashion history. Arguing that fashion has occurred in cultures beyond the West throughout history, this groundbreaking book explores the geographic places and historical spaces that have been largely neglected by contemporary fashion studies, bringing them together for the first time. Reversing the dominant narrative that privileges Western Europe in the history of dress, Welters and Lillethun adopt a cross-cultural approach to explore a vast array of cultures around the globe. They explore key issues affecting fashion systems, ranging from innovation, production and consumption to identity formation and the effects of colonization. Case studies include the cross-cultural trade of silk textiles in Central Asia, the indigenous dress of the Americas and of Hawai'i, the cosmetics of the Tang Dynasty in China, and stylistic innovation in sub-Saharan Africa. Examining the new lessons that can be deciphered from archaeological findings and theoretical advancements, the book shows that fashion history should be understood as a global phenomenon, originating well before and beyond the fourteenth century European court, which is continually, and erroneously, cited as fashion's birthplace. Providing a fresh framework for fashion history scholarship, Fashion History: A Global View will inspire inclusive dress narratives for students and scholars of fashion, anthropology, and cultural studies.
The Dictionary Of Fashion History
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Author : Valerie Cumming
language : en
Publisher: Berg
Release Date : 2010-09-01
The Dictionary Of Fashion History written by Valerie Cumming and has been published by Berg this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-09-01 with Design categories.
- What is an earthquake gown? - Who wore eelskin masher trousers? - What did the word "dudes" mean in the 16th century? A Dictionary of English Costume by C. Willett Cunnington, Phillis Cunnington and Charles Beard was originally published in 1960. A monumental achievement and encyclopaedic in scope, it was a comprehensive catalogue of fashion terms from the mid-medieval period up to 1900. It was reissued and updated several times, for the last time in 1976. For decades it has served as a bible for costume historians. The Dictionary of Fashion History completely updates and supplements the Cunningtons' landmark work to bring it up to the present day. Featuring additional terms and revised definitions, this new edition represents an essential reference for costume historians, students of fashion history, or anyone involved in creating period costume for the theatre, film or television. It also is fascinating reading for those simply interested in the subject. Clear, concise, and meticulous in detail, this essential reference answers countless questions relating to the history of dress and adornment and promises to be a definitive guide for generations to come.
Changing Clothes In China
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Author : Antonia Finnane
language : en
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Release Date : 2008-01-24
Changing Clothes In China written by Antonia Finnane and has been published by Columbia University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-01-24 with History categories.
Based largely on nineteenth and twentieth-century representations of Chinese dress as traditional and unchanging, historians have long regarded fashion as something peculiarly Western. But in this surprising, sumptuously illustrated book, Antonia Finnane proves that vibrant fashions were a vital part of Chinese life in the late imperial era, when well-to-do men and women showed a keen awareness of what was up-to-date. Though foreigners who traveled to China in the early decades of the twentieth century came away with the impression that Chinese dress was simple and monotone, the key features of modern fashion were beginning to emerge, especially in Shanghai. Men in blue gowns donned felt caps and leather shoes, girls began to wear fitted jackets and narrow pants, and homespun garments gave way to machine-woven cloth, often made in foreign lands. These innovations marked the start of a far-reaching vestimentary revolution that would transform the clothing culture in urban and much of rural China over the next half century. Through Finnane's meticulous research, we are able to see how the close-fitting jacket and high collar of the 1911 Revolutionary period, the skirt and jacket-blouse of the May Fourth era, and the military style popular in the Cultural Revolution led to the variegated, globalized wardrobe of today. She brilliantly connects China's modernization and global visibility with changes in dress, offering a vivid portrait of the complex, subtle, and sometimes contradictory ways the people of China have worn their nation on their backs.
History Of 20th Century Fashion
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Author : Elizabeth Ewing
language : en
Publisher: Batsford Books
Release Date : 2014-12-29
History Of 20th Century Fashion written by Elizabeth Ewing and has been published by Batsford Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-12-29 with Design categories.
The first edition of this book established itself as required reading for all those interested in the development of the fashion business. There are other books on contemporary dress, but this account gives particular weight to the commercial organization of the industry; from designer and textile manufacturer right through to the consumer. This completely revised edition brings the story up to the 1990s with new text, 280 illustrations and 16 color plates. Fashion in this century has ceased to be the private domain of the wealthy. The era when such names as Worth, Paquin and Sciaparelli could dominate has given way to one where style and 'look' can be taken from a host of various sources: designers and manufacturers, department and chain stores, the boutiques or the streets. This established reference work looks behind the scenes for an understanding of the social, economic and technical changes that have caused this revolution. It is a story of fashion shocks: two world wars, the impact of new fibers and manufacturing techniques, and the succession of youth explosions: mini-skirts, punk and sportswear. The narrative is based on research into the history of couture houses, retailers and manufacturers and the authors' experience and contact with the fashion business.
Fashion History
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Author : Jen Jones
language : en
Publisher: Capstone
Release Date : 2007
Fashion History written by Jen Jones and has been published by Capstone this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007 with Clothing and dress categories.
"Explains the history of fashion as an industry and how the styles have changed through the years"--Provided by publisher.
The Culture Of Fashion
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Author : Christopher Breward
language : en
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Release Date : 1995-05-15
The Culture Of Fashion written by Christopher Breward and has been published by Manchester University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995-05-15 with Art categories.
This illustrated survey of 600 years of fashion investigates its cultural and social meaning from medieval Europe to twentieth-century America. Breward's work provides the reader with a clear guide to the changes in style and taste and shows that clothes have always played a pivotal role in defining a sense of identity and society, especially when concerned with sexual and body politics.
A History Of Fashion
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Author : J. Anderson Black
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1980
A History Of Fashion written by J. Anderson Black and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980 with Costume categories.
Photographs and line drawings cover four thousand years of fashion--from ancient cultures, through Renaissance Europe, to contemporary America.
Understanding Fashion History
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Author : Valerie Cumming
language : en
Publisher: Batsford Books
Release Date : 2021-06-03
Understanding Fashion History written by Valerie Cumming and has been published by Batsford Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-06-03 with Social Science categories.
The generous reception given to Understanding Fashion History when it was first published in 2004 recognised it as a timely reappraisal of the role of fashion and its place in society. The book introduces the reader to the ways fashionable dress has been defined and studied since the late 17th century, considering the theories that surround the subject, the assembling and use of collections of fashion and textiles, the significance of dress and art, the tension between uniformity of appearance and disguise, and the purpose of theatrical costume. This book has been read and recommended by academics, collectors, curators, students and general readers who want context for the contemporary obsession with fashion. Constantly in demand, it has become a classic text in its field.
The Hidden History Of American Fashion
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Author : Nancy Deihl
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2018-02-08
The Hidden History Of American Fashion written by Nancy Deihl and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-02-08 with Design categories.
This book is the first in-depth exploration of the revolutionary designers who defined American fashion in its emerging years and helped build an industry with global impact, yet have been largely forgotten. Focusing on female designers, the authors reclaim a place in history for the women who created not only for celebrities and socialites, but for millions of fashion-conscious customers across the United States. From one of America's first couturiers, Jessie Franklin Turner, to Zelda Wynn Valdes, the book captures the lost histories of the luminaries who paved the way in the world of American fashion design. This fully illustrated collection takes us from Hollywood to Broadway, from sportswear to sustainable fashion, and explores important crossovers between film, theater, and fashion. Uncovering fascinating histories of the design pioneers we should know about, the book enlarges the prevailing narrative of fashion history and will be an important reference for fashion students, historians, costume curators, and fashion enthusiasts alike.
A Cultural History Of Fashion In The 20th And 21st Centuries
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Author : Bonnie English
language : en
Publisher: A&C Black
Release Date : 2013-08-01
A Cultural History Of Fashion In The 20th And 21st Centuries written by Bonnie English and has been published by A&C Black this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-08-01 with Design categories.
This new edition of a bestselling textbook is designed for students, scholars, and anyone interested in 20th century fashion history. Accessibly written and well illustrated, the book outlines the social and cultural history of fashion thematically, and contains a wide range of global case studies on key designers, styles, movements and events. The new edition has been revised and expanded: there are new sections on eco-fashion, fashion and the museum, major changes in the fashion market in the 21st century (including the impact of new media and retailing networks), new technologies, fashion weeks, the rise of asian fashion centers and more. There are twice as many illustrations. In its second edition, A Cultural History of Fashion in the 20th and 21st Centuries is the ideal introductory text for all students of fashion.