Wearing Vintage

Wearing Vintage

by Catherine Bardley (Author)

Synopsis

What are the most fashion-forward men and women wearing these days? Classic clothing - from every decade. From flapper dresses to flared trousers, the hottest, hippest clothing and accessories comes from market stalls, flea markets, vintage shops and grandma's attic. This book is the ultimate guide to finding, fixing and looking fabulous in vintage clothes. Filled with ideas, examples and information about men's and women's wear - and featuring colour photographs on every page - it unlocks the endless possibilities of vintage chic and shows everyone from fashion fiends to starving students how to look great in clothing from the past. - Where to buy - Shopping tips - Men and Women's daywear - Formal clothes - - Wedding dresses - Swimwear - Bedroom wear - Shoes - Handbags - Jewellery - - Gloves - Hats - Ties - Cufflinks - Cleaning - Restoring - Storing - * Detailed colour photographs by Michael Cogliantry of over 200 clothing items, plus period photographs of Hollywood stars and style icons to show the authentic look. * Essential guide to vintage clothing - as beautiful as it is practical.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 280
Edition: 1st ed
Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers Inc
Published: 03 Apr 2003

ISBN 10: 1579122337
ISBN 13: 9781579122331

Author Bio
Catherine Bardey has been a stylist for Elle, New York and French Vogue. She has written for Glamour, Vanity Fair, Martha Stewart's Living and other magazines. Her previous books include Secrets of the Spas, Making Soaps & Scents, Making Candles & Potpourri and Lingerie, all available from Black Dog & Leventhal. She lives in New York City.

New York City photographer Michael Cogliantry has recently contributed to GQ Magazine, Virgin Atlantic, and Adobe. He is also an avid vintage clothing collector!