Edwards, Lydia
How to Read a Dress: A Guide to Changing Fashion from the 16th to the 21st Century
- ISBN 13:
- 9781350172210
- author:
- Edwards, Lydia
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Visual Arts
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 19.2 x 1.4 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Fashion,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Discover the evolution of women's fashion across five centuries with How to Read a Dress. This comprehensive guide features annotated color images of historical garments, exploring key styles and their development over time. From construction techniques to social status, each entry provides insight into the world of women's fashion, including the role of garments in different occasions and classes.