num_pages: 288
description: From the momentous invention of the needle some 40,000 years ago to the development of blue denim; from Neolithic weavers to the biggest names in the fashion industry todaythis classic guide covers the landmarks of costume history, the forms and materials used through the ages, as well as the underlying motives of fashion and the ways in which clothes have been used to protect, to express identity, and to attract or to influence others. This New Edition from the early 80’s has a final chapter written by Christina Probert that covers from the 40’s up to that time.322 illustrations, 58 in color.
language: English
title: Costume and Fashion: A Concise History
titlecomplete: Costume and Fashion: A Concise History
genres: Fashion, Fashion History, History, Design, Reference, Art, Nonfiction, Art History, Historical, School
ratings_count: 529
series: World of Art
publisher: Thames and Hudson