1920's (Fashions of a Decade S.)

by JacquelineHerald (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1991

  $4.36

• Used

  Paperback
  1991

  $3.47

  Part of an illustrated series of books which look at the fashion of a specific decade. This particular book looks at the fashion of the 1940s from 1940 to 1949. As well as examining the styles that are prevalent in each year of the decade, this book also looks at the social and cultural background to each fashion phenomena. Individual sections on war fashion, uniform design and the American fashion scene are included in this book. Other Fashions of a Decade books include those that look at the 1980s, the 1960s and the 1930s.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1990

  $4.62

  Part of a new series for teenagers which takes a fresh look at the most influential trends in twentieth century fashion. The text and illustrations place fashion in the context of contemporary culture, international events and the relentless pace of social change. The first section provides an overview of the decade, examining fashion developments in the light of trends in the arts, technology, politics and living patterns. The second section is divided into eight four-page sections highlighting individual themes. Yvonne Connikie, who lives in Chelsea, London, has worked in every area of the fashion industry and is now running an independent design group.