Forties Fashion
From Siren Suits to the New Look
$69.57
- Paperback
208 pages
- Release Date
28 February 2011
Summary
This is the definitive book on fashion in the 1940s - from French style under the occupation and the ‘make do and mend’ approach to solving clothing shortages, through issues of dress, patriotism and propaganda and the development of faux fabrics and rationing, to the rise of American fashion houses and the New Look of the post-war period.
Some 250 illustrations reveal the wide range of fashions and styles that emerged throughout the Second World War, in Europe, North America, Austral…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780500288979 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0500288976 |
| Author: | Jonathan Walford |
| Publisher: | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Imprint: | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 208 |
| Release Date: | 28 February 2011 |
| Weight: | 1.00kg |
| Dimensions: | 250mm x 230mm |
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Critics Review
“Shows how fashion gave form tothe anxieties and aspirations ofthe times… . Engrossing.”
‘A must for anyone interested in retro fabrics and clothes designs’ - Crafts‘Lovely … those who are interested in fashion history, vintage garments and retro designs will simply love this book!’ - Sewing World‘A delight to pore over … Fabulously illustrated throughout, it will probably be on the wish list of serious textile departments’ - School Librarian
About The Author
Jonathan Walford
Jonathan Walford has held curatorial positions with several institutions, including the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto, of which he was founding curator. He now runs his own company, Kickshaw Productions, which promotes the history of fashion through a variety of media and venues.
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