- Hardcover: 96 pages
- Publisher: Cassell (July 1 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1844034836
- ISBN-13: 978-1844034833
- Product Dimensions: 24.6 x 18.8 x 2.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 839 g
- Average Customer Review: 2.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,025,076 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
From Library Journal
A multitude of books are available on the subject of costume history (e.g., Twentieth-Century Fashion, LJ 11/1/93 and The Bourgeoisie Inside Out, LJ 4/15/94). What distinguishes this title (besides the 500 years of coverage added to the enlarged edition) is its 180 color illustrations, which depict in rich detail figures representing varied social classes of European (and later American) society from 1066 to 1990. A succinct glossary and a one-page introduction provide complementary text to the parade of the "great years of fashions" and the full descriptions that follow. Cassin-Scott, a theater professional, has written and illustrated books on military uniforms and on costumes and settings for historical plays. Fashion/costume students or enthusiasts, fashion designers, and theater wardrobe designerswill find this a valuable and interesting research tool. Recommended for libraries serving those patrons.
Vicki Gadberry, Memorial Lib., Mars Hill Coll., N.C.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Vicki Gadberry, Memorial Lib., Mars Hill Coll., N.C.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Book Description
The most beguiling guide to fashion and style through the centuries now adds another 500 years to its coverage-so it's thoroughly up-to-date with the most recent international movements. From the simplicity of eleventh century dress to the excesses of punk, from the chic Madame de Pompadour to Dior and St. Laurent, this invaluable, thoroughly illustrated work showcases kings and courtiers, soldiers and dandies, musicians and models, adults and children. Informative captions accompany every color plate, providing significant details on the garment, the wearer's rank, and the period. Designers, photographers, wardrobe mistresses, historians, and anyone who loves beautiful clothing will find this a pleasure.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
A Very Good Reference Book..,
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This review is from: The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Costume And Fashion: From 1066 to the Present (Hardcover)
I just recommended this book to a friend who wanted depictions of clothes from 1650-1700. It really is a very good timeline of fashion. Also,the drawings are very colorful and full of detail. A worthwhile investment for anyone who's interested in costuming or European history.
1.0 out of 5 stars
The author is an unoriginal, untalented illustator & writer,
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This review is from: The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Costume And Fashion: From 1066 to the Present (Hardcover)
This is an absolutely pathetic book. The illustrator/author merely copied famous works of art from the Reniassance period. Wait, I shouldn't say copied: He made weak attempts at the imitation of these masterpieces. Could he not come up with something slightly original in text and drawing? Please save your money.
2.0 out of 5 stars
...not the best one,
By A Customer
This review is from: The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Costume And Fashion: From 1066 to the Present (Hardcover)
This book has really nice pictures at all but after learning so much about the history of costume at university I was really unsatisfied with this book. It could have been more structure in it, too.
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