The Modern Tailor Outfitter and Clothier - Vol II

By A.S. Bridgland

Book Overview

Originally published in 1928, The Modern Tailor, Outfitter and Clothier is a classic work detailing the tailoring and clothes-making industry, including design, sales practices and production methods, in the early 20th century.

Extensively illustrated with photographs and diagrams throughout, it provides the reader with a detailed snapshot of the tailoring trade and its history.

Volume two contents include: - Dressmaking and Tailoring - The Wholesale Trade - Grading for the Wholesale Trade - Lays or Economy in Cutting - Cutting Ladies' Garments (Nett) by Shoulder Measure System - Ladies' Leather Garments - Collar Cutting and Making for Ladies' Garments - The Tailors' Shop - Window-Dressing for Tailors - Light as a Selling force for the Tailor - Bookkeeping for Tailors

We are republishing this vintage volume in a modern and affordable edition, complete with a new introduction and high quality reproductions of the original illustration plates.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1445505649
• ISBN13: 9781445505640
• Release Date: July 2010
• Publisher: Obscure Press
• Length: 438 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.5" x 8.5"