This beautifully illustrated book reveals the sharp pleats, high collars, gleaming pastes, colourful beads, elaborate buttons and intricate lacework that make up some of the garments in the Victoria and Albert Museum's extensive fashion collection. With an expertly written text by one of the museum's fashion curators and exquisite colour photography of garment details, complemented by line drawings and photographs, the reader has the unique opportunity to examine up close historical clothing that is often too fragile to be on display. It is an inspirational resource for students, collectors, designers and anyone who is fascinated by fashion and costume.
This new edition features an updated design, fresh content and new research, and an introduction that focuses on the makers and processes involved in producing 18th-century fashion.
By:
Susan North,
Susan North
Imprint: Thames & Hudson
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 290mm,
Width: 205mm,
Weight: 1.110kg
ISBN: 9780500292631
ISBN 10: 0500292639
Series: In Detail
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 01 May 2018
Audience:
General/trade
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
1. Pleats, Gathers and Looped Drapery • 2. Collars, Cuffs and Pockets • 3. Stitching and Quilting • 4. Lace and Whitework • 5. Embroidery • 6. Pastes, Foils and Beads • 7. Chintz and Painting • 8. Pinking and Punching • 9. Fringes, Ribbons, Tassels and Buttons • 10. Fur, Feathers and Straw
Reviews for 18th Century Fashion in Detail
'Sumptuous' - Make It Today 'An inspirational resource for students, collectors, designers and anyone who is fascinated by fashion and costume' - New Design 'Intricate and elaborate … the perfect coffee table book for those interested in the history of fashion' - SEW