The chronology of fashion - N. J. Stevenson

The Chronology of Fashiontraces the history of fashion from the late 18th century up to thepresent. Following a strict chronology, it pinpoints the timeswhen adistinctive style of suit or dress, hat or handbag, cut or style of hair or fabric, or indeed an entire look attained its peak of popularity and influence. Highly illustrated withfull figure images, silhouettes and swatches of materials, the bookalso looks at key designers, how fashion has played a crucial role in art and film, and the trends that identified and defined various periods. This bookshould be a must for anyone interested in fashion and its development.