When fashion really works /
Fogg, Marnie.
When fashion really works / Marnie Fogg. - 223 pages illustrations (chiefly color) ; 14 x 19 cm.
" A Quintessence Book." Includes index.
Luxury -- Form -- Exoticism -- Asceticism -- Subversion -- Utility -- Eroticism -- Revivalism -- Theatrical -- Futurism -- Designers -- Timeline.
"Why do some designs stand head and shoulders above others? When Fashion Really Works showcases a selection of eighty outstanding fashion confections from the early twentieth century to the present day. Fashion expert Marnie Fogg defines the characteristics of the garments that render each outfit both influential and iconic, from those that appropriate other cultures, such as Lanvin's exotic robe de style, to the use of underwear as outerwear, as exemplified by Jean Paul Gaultier's corset dress. From the silhouette-changing "New Look" by Dior to the lace sweater of Rei Kawakubo for Commes des Carðcons, Fogg's insightful commentary will open your eyes to the defining qualities that have given these pieces timeless allure" --Back cover.
9781438003429 1438003420
2013930077
20150400.
Moda--Historia.
Prendas de vestir--Historia.
Diseño de modas--Colecciones.
Diseñadores de moda.
Fashion.
Fashion design.
Fashion--History--20th century.
Fashion--History--21st century.
TT 507 / F655w 2013
391.009
When fashion really works / Marnie Fogg. - 223 pages illustrations (chiefly color) ; 14 x 19 cm.
" A Quintessence Book." Includes index.
Luxury -- Form -- Exoticism -- Asceticism -- Subversion -- Utility -- Eroticism -- Revivalism -- Theatrical -- Futurism -- Designers -- Timeline.
"Why do some designs stand head and shoulders above others? When Fashion Really Works showcases a selection of eighty outstanding fashion confections from the early twentieth century to the present day. Fashion expert Marnie Fogg defines the characteristics of the garments that render each outfit both influential and iconic, from those that appropriate other cultures, such as Lanvin's exotic robe de style, to the use of underwear as outerwear, as exemplified by Jean Paul Gaultier's corset dress. From the silhouette-changing "New Look" by Dior to the lace sweater of Rei Kawakubo for Commes des Carðcons, Fogg's insightful commentary will open your eyes to the defining qualities that have given these pieces timeless allure" --Back cover.
9781438003429 1438003420
2013930077
20150400.
Moda--Historia.
Prendas de vestir--Historia.
Diseño de modas--Colecciones.
Diseñadores de moda.
Fashion.
Fashion design.
Fashion--History--20th century.
Fashion--History--21st century.
TT 507 / F655w 2013
391.009