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Shoes have come a long way in the thousands of years since
primitive man first donned bark and animal skins. Originally used
to protect feet from harsh temperatures and rough land, shoes have
evolved into an article of high fashion and style, a sartorial
reflection of class, rank, and wealth. Take a stroll through
history with this carefully researched, lavishly illustrated survey
of footwear by R. Turner Wilcox, the fashion editor of "Women's
Wear Daily" from 1910 through 1915.
A year after""R. Turner Wilcox received rave reviews for her
ultimate fashion reference, "The Mode in Costume, "she decided to
zero in on one chic category to give it the close-up it deserved.
The result is this extraordinary handbook that covers the worldwide
evolution of almost five thousand years of hats, hairstyles, and
headdress for both sexes. Since ancient times, men and women have
used hats and headgear for everything from adornment and protection
to establishing their rank in society. With hundreds of
illustrations and fascinating text, this comprehensive survey
extends from 3000 B.C. to mid-twentieth century.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Nearly 700 detailed drawings of fur garments range from their practical use in cold climates to their display as status symbols. Chronological entries include introductions for each era. Glossary.
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.
A treasury of ethnic dress, this book ranges from the Amish of
Pennsylvania to the Zulu of South Africa. Alphabetical entries
cover more than 150 countries and regions, each represented by six
or more illustrations. The survey covers not only all countries in
which native dress is still worn but also those in which
traditional garb appears only on festive occasions.
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