Forties Fashion by Jonathan Walford
Focuses on fashion in the 1940s, offering coverage ranging from French style under the Occupation and the make do and mend mentality, through issues of dress, patriotism and propaganda and the development of faux fabrics and rationing, to the rise of American fashion houses and the creation of Christian Diors New Look.
'A must for anyone interested in retro fabrics and clothes designs' - Crafts
'Lovely … those who are interested in fashion history, vintage garments and retro designs will simply love this book!' - Sewing World
'A delight to pore over … Fabulously illustrated throughout, it will probably be on the wish list of serious textile departments' - School Librarian
'Lovely … those who are interested in fashion history, vintage garments and retro designs will simply love this book!' - Sewing World
'A delight to pore over … Fabulously illustrated throughout, it will probably be on the wish list of serious textile departments' - School Librarian
Jonathan Walford has held curatorial positions with several institutions, including the Bata Shoe Museum in Toronto, of which he was founding curator. He now runs his own company, Kickshaw Productions, which promotes the history of fashion through a variety of media and venues.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500288979 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500288976 |
| Title | Forties Fashion |
| Author | Jonathan Walford |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2011-01-31 |
| Number of pages | 208 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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