The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design

The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design

by Gavin Ambrose (Author), Gavin Ambrose (Author), Paul Harris (Author)

Synopsis

This book is a guide to the many and varied terms used frequently within the fashion industry. From Accent to Yoke, Baby Doll to Zeitgeist, this book will prove an invaluable resource to anyone interested in fashion. Each term is explained and contextualised, giving the reader an enhanced understanding of fashion terminology. More than 250 common fashion terms are distilled and illustrated. From practical terms such as Lapel, Pattern and Crinoline Work to conceptual terms such as Minimalism and Kitsch, this book contains both modern terminology and the traditional terms still in current usage. "The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design" is produced in collaboration with a prestigious British fashion house.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 288
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: AVA Publishing
Published: 29 Oct 2007

ISBN 10: 2940373612
ISBN 13: 9782940373611

Author Bio
Gavin Ambrose is a practising graphic designer. His current commercial practice includes clients from the arts sector, publisher and advertising agencies. He is the co-author and designer of several books on branding, packaging and editorial design. Paul Harris is a freelance writer, journalist and editor. Paul writes for international magazines and journals in London and New York. He is a co-author and collaborator on books about packaging design and design principles.