The first edition of this book established itself as required reading for all those interested in the development of the fashion business. There are other books on contemporary dress, but this account gives particular weight to the commercial organization of the industry; from designer and textile manufacturer right through to the consumer. This completely revised edition brings the story up to the 1990s with new text, 280 illustrations and 16 color plates. Fashion in this century has ceased to be the private domain of the wealthy. The era when such names as Worth, Paquin and Sciaparelli could dominate has given way to one where style and 'look' can be taken from a host of various sources: designers and manufacturers, department and chain stores, the boutiques or the streets. This established reference work looks behind the scenes for an understanding of the social, economic and technical changes that have caused this revolution. It is a story of fashion shocks: two world wars, the impact of new fibers and manufacturing techniques, and the succession of youth explosions: mini-skirts, punk and sportswear. The narrative is based on research into the history of couture houses, retailers and manufacturers and the authors' experience and contact with the fashion business.

History of twentieth century fashion

Arts & Photography

Ewing, Elizabeth

Graphic Design

Barnes&Noble

This revealing book documents the design and manufacture of intimate apparel from the ancient world through the twentieth century. From as far back as 3000 B.C., it traces the development of what women wore beneath their outer clothing, including hoops, stays, petticoats, corsets, brassieres, and other foundation garments. Fashion historian Elizabeth Ewing examines in detail the ways in which underwear reflects social influences, from women's emancipation and the introduction of new materials and methods of manufacture to the sexual motivation that underlies all fashion trends. Generously illustrated with Jean Webber's delicate line drawings, this excellent reference features a full bibliography and index. In addition to its value to professional historians and designers, it provides fascinating reading for all fashion lovers.

Fashion in Underwear: from Babylon to Bikini Briefs (Dover Fashion and Costumes)

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Antiques & Collectibles

Dover Publications

History of 20th Century Fashion

History & Criticism

Scribner

History of children's costume

History

Europe

A History of 20th Century Fashion charts the early dominance of couture to the influences of street culture. The narrative is based on a firm understanding of social, economic and technical developments all over the world, and emphasizes the commercial organization of the industry, from designer and textile manufacturer right through to the consumer. Over 100 b/w and 50 colour illustrations bring the history of fashion to life.

Batsford

From 3000 BC to the present day is the span covered by this history of women's underwear. In it Elizabeth Ewing describes the underclothes of each period and the manner in which they evolved. But, just as important, she explains the reasons for the changes and names the individuals who were themselves the agents of change. The Empress Eugénie, Worth, Lady Duff Gordon, Paul Poiret and Caresse Crosby all had their influence, and so in different ways had Dr. Jaeger, Mrs. Bloomer and, more recently, Marks and Spencer and Janet Reger. No less important have been such technical innovations as the introduction of rayon, rubber, nylon, Lastex, Lycra and the zip fastener. Elizabeth Ewing is equally conscious that underwear, however functional it may or may not be, is the basis on which the silhouette of fashion is formed and is, moreover, increasingly an erotic element in its own right.  In any work on the history of fashion good illustrations are vital. Those chosen here are pertinent, plentiful, and often unfamiliar. Some are from original drawings by Jean Webber, others from old and new paintings, photographs and prints, while many of the most diverting are from the catalogues and advertisements of stores and manufacturers covering the last 120 years.

Dress and Undress: a History of Women's Underwear

Decorative Arts & Design

Batsford Ltd.

The history and evolution of women's underwear since 3000 B.C. is viewed in light of fashion trends, the social and cultural milieu of each era, and such developments as the zipper, elastic, rubber, rayon, nylon, and lycra

Dress and Undress: A History of Women's Underwear

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Drama Pub

Everyday Dress, 1650-1900 (A Popular Survey)

Players Pr

This is a story told as much as possible through first-hand descriptions in diaries and contemporary writings, including accounts of shops and shopping. The clothes people wore are related throughout to the history of textiles and manufacturing. Elizabeth Ewing has written many titles on the history of the costume, including "Women in Uniform" and "History of Children's Costume".

Everyday Dress: 1650-1900

David&Charles

All sorts of uniforms are included, particularly religious, household, Salvation Army, military, school and sport outfits. Nicely illustrated with dozens of black and white photos and drawings, especially women in military. Includes WAAC recruiting poster, poster of Women's Royal Navy Service, WWII wartime WVS woman statute by Keith Godwin.

Women in Uniforms: Through the Centuries

Engineering & Transportation

Engineering

Chrysalis Books

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