Tyrrell, Anne
Classic Fashion Patterns
- ISBN 13:
- 9781906388515
- author:
- Tyrrell, Anne
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Batsford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 30.8 x 23.8 x 1.4 cm
- Genre:
- Art / Fashion
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Recreate the glamour of 20th-century fashion with this comprehensive pattern book. Working from surviving garments and contemporary tailoring books and patterns, Anne Tyrrell has gathered together a collection of key costumes from each decade.
The book features detailed illustrations of period dress, along with information on notable features, underwear and accessories for each era. Scale patterns follow for each outfit shown, complete with instructions on making up and techniques appropriate to the period. This is an ideal resource for anyone looking to recreate authentic historical dress, whether you're a film or theatre costume-maker or simply a fashion designer seeking inspiration.