Fashion History from the 18th to the 20th Century

by Reiko Koga, Akiko Fukai, Rie Nii, et al.

Book Overview

Clothes define people. A person's attire, whether it be a sari, kimono, or business suit, is an essential code to his or her culture, class, personality, even faith. Indeed, clothing has the power to define people and their generation. Recognizing this sartorial significance is the Kyoto Costume Institute, whose team of curators examine fashion through sociological, historical, and artistic perspectives. With one...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3836557193
• ISBN13: 9783836557191
• Release Date: November 2015
• Publisher: Taschen
• Length: 648 Pages
• Weight: 2.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 5.7" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

A Couture Treasure Chest

A bit premature to review the entire book - rather a tome, at that... However, the photos are brilliant. The index and chapter orders are quite helpful! I've yet to get any further than the 16th century. I'm an art illustrator and use draping, folds, etc., in much of my work. This is an investment I will never regret!