Hayward, Maria
Stuart Style: Monarchy, Dress and the Scottish Male Elite
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300240368
- author:
- Hayward, Maria
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 25.4 x 19.1 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Stuart Style Monarchy, Dress and the Scottish Male Elite by Maria Hayward is a comprehensive study of elite men's clothing in 17th-century Scotland. Focusing on five Stuart rulers and their royal courtiers and tailors, this book offers a detailed examination of the subject. The author explores the intricacies of male fashion during this period, shedding light on the social and cultural context that shaped dress choices among Scotland's elite. By examining the intersection of politics, power, and personal style, Hayward provides a nuanced understanding of the role of clothing in 17th-century Scottish society. Through its analysis of historical records and artifacts, this book offers a unique insight into the world of Stuart-era fashion, revealing the complex relationships between dress, identity, and status.