A look at the history of female beauty and how it has been perceived since the end of the Vctorian era. The text highligts the major changes in the female image over the years. Each chapter covers one decade outlining the current look at the time. Within each decade, the particular reasons for that look are then examined, such as the developments in corsetry and underwear, make-up, fabrics, hair styling and accessories. The social issues and political events that affected the way women were perceived, and the key personalities and innovators of feminine style are also outlined.

Decades of Beauty: The Changing Image of Women - 1890s to 1990s

Kate Mulvey

Melissa Richards

History

Hamlyn/Octopus

Decades of Beauty

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Hamlyn Publishing

Century of Fashion

Publisher Details Unknown

Vintage Fashion

Arts & Photography

Emma Baxter-Wright

sarah-kennedy

Karen Clarkson

Graphic Design

Carlton Books Ltd.

Jak uwiesc mlodszego faceta

Burda ksiazki

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