The Mode in Costume: A Historical Survey With 202 Plates (Second Edition) (Dover Fashion and Costumes Series)

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Synopsis
The pursuit of style has prompted centuries of dramatic change in fashion—and author R. Turner Wilcox researched and documented it all in this completely comprehensive volume.

A lifelong student of history, costume, and design, she observed decades of fashion innovations from major cities all over the world and served as fashion editor of Women's Wear Daily from 1910 to 1915. Her remarkable Mode series is a definitive reference for anyone with a passion for fashion. From the togas of ancient Rome to the gorgeous gowns of Dior, this lavishly illustrated, thoroughly researched treasury examines men's, women's, and children's clothing — plus accessories — from 3000 B.C. to 1958.

Based on medals, coins, sculpture, and decorations of various periods, the images include ancient Egyptian tunics, Chinese silks, Greek sandals, Roman bridal gowns, Persian parasols and fans, Victorian top hats and cravats, Renaissance lace, Venetian breeches, crinolines and bustles, fedoras and homburgs, as well as perfumes, hairstyles, and handbags.

A gathering of some of the most distinctive and dramatic styles through the ages, The Mode in Costume is an essential handbook for illustrators, costume designers, and theater students — and compulsory reading for fashionistas.

Copyright:
2008

Book Details

Book Quality:
Excellent
Book Size:
508 Pages
ISBN-13:
9780486468204
Publisher:
Dover Publications, Incorporated
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Copyright © 2008 by Dover Publications
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Entertainment, Nonfiction, Textbooks, Drama, Plays and Theater
Submitted By:
170
Proofread By:
170
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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