<p>Clothes define people. A person's clothing, whether it's a sari, kimono, or business suit, is an essential key to his or her culture, class, personality, or even religion. The Kyoto Costume Institute recognizes the importance of understanding clothing sociologically, historically, and artistically. Founded in 1978, the KCI holds one of the world's most extensive clothing collections and has curated many exhibitions worldwide. With an emphasis on Western women's clothing, the KCI has amassed a wide range of historical garments, underwear, shoes, and fashion accessories dating from the 18th century to the present day. Showcasing a vast selection of skilled photographs from the Institute's archives, depicting the clothing expertly displayed and arranged on custom-made mannequins, Fashion is a fascinating excursion through the last three centuries of clothing trends. From a rare treasure such as a 17th century iron corset with embroidered bodice to modern-day outfits by such desi</p>

Fashion: A History from the 18th to the 20th Century (Collection from the Kyoto Costume Institute) by Akiko Fukai (2006-05-03)

Arts & Photography

Akiko Fukai

Fashion

Taschen / Barnes & Noble

Showcasing a vast selection from the internationally renowned Kyoto Costume Institute, FASHION is a stunning excursion through three centuries of clothing trends.  From a rare treasure such as a 18th century iron corset with embroidered bodice to modern-day outfits by such designers as Yves saint Laurent and Calvin Klein, this volume captures the evolution of women's fashion in all its dazzling glory.

Fashion: A History From the 18th to the 20th Century the collection of the Kyoto Costume Institute (2013)

Taschen

Clothes define people. A person's clothing, whether it's a sari, kimono, or business suit, is a key to his or her culture, class, personality, or even religion. Showcasing a vast selection from the internationally renowned Kyoto Costume Institute, FASHION is a stunning excursion through three centuries of clothing trends. From a rare treasure such as a 18th century iron corset with embroidered bodice to modern-day outfits by such designers as Yves Saint Laurent and Calvin Klein, this volume captures the evolution of women's fashion in all its dazzling glory.

Sekai Fukushokushi =The Concise History Of Fashion

Bijutsu Shuppansha

Fasshon jiten = Fashion dictionary

Sunao OÌ„numa

Akinori Ogimura

Bunka Shuppankyoku

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