description: "The history of fashion mirrors the history of civilization. From the Egyptian schenti of 3000 B.C. to the stylish business suit of today, clothes reflect not only individual taste but also social status and profession and the general culture." "This book explores the development of fashion from its simple and practical beginnings to the growth of the multibillion dollar global industry that it is today. Spanning almost 5,000 years, The Complete History of Costume &amp; Fashion examines trends in clothing style, fabric, accessories, and footwear." "Illustrated with more than 300 photographs and drawings, The Complete History of Costume &amp; Fashion is both a comprehensive guide to costume throughout history and an informative social retrospective."--BOOK JACKET.
language: English
title: Costume and Fashion
titlecomplete: Costume and Fashion
genres: Research, History, Reference, Fashion, Nonfiction, Fashion History
ratings_count: 66
publisher: Hamlyn Publishing