Taschen "Fashion History. From the 18th to the 20th Century" - product description "Fashion History" is a fascinating journey through three centuries of trends, drawn from the collections of the Kyoto Costume Institute KCI —one of the richest and most valued clothing collections in the world. This 648-page publication from the Bibliotheca Universalis series examines clothing as a key cultural, social, and artistic code. From 18th-century corsets and crinolines, through the revolutionary simplicity of modernism, to the avant-garde designs of the late 20th century, the book presents outerwear, underwear, footwear, and accessories that have defined generations. With unique photographs of garments displayed on specially prepared mannequins and expert commentary from KCI curators, the book demonstrates that fashion is a complex and intriguing art form, a manifestation of our selves across time and space. Explore the history of fashion as a mirror of civilizational transformations. Also check out other albums on culture and design available in our collection . Editor - Kyoto Costume Institute KCI Publisher - Taschen Hardcover , 648 pages Language - English The most comprehensive compendium of knowledge about fashion from the 18th to the 20th century Exclusive photographs from the collection of a prestigious institute in Kyoto Analysis of clothing from a sociological, historical and artistic perspective A full range of wardrobe options: clothing, shoes, accessories and underwear Substantive contributions from the best specialists in the field of fashion history High-quality reproductions documenting fabric details and tailoring craftsmanship Compact and durable format from the Bibliotheca Universalis series: 14 x 19.5 cm Weight: 1.06 kg – a powerful dose of knowledge, ideal for designers and students
