1930's (Fashions of a Decade)

by Maria Costantino (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1991

  $3.44

  Part of an illustrated series of books which looks at the fashions of each decade since 1920. 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 fashion in the Depression, Art Deco and halter necks and bias cuts are included in this book.

• Used

  Paperback
  1991

  $3.44

• Used

  Hardcover
  1990

  $3.44

  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.