Emotion on Demand: An Actor's Workbook for Mastering Emotional Triggers

Michael Woolson

Quite Specific Media Group Ltd

* A superb book for those interested in the history of fashion 
* Widely used by theater and film producers as well as colleges of art and design 
* Numerous finely detailed drawings throughout 
* Second Edition 9780245599361 1970\nInspired mainly from original sources throughout England, this is the crystallization of many years spent in an analytical study of both men and women's costume ranging from contemporary paintings, sculpture and monumental brasses, to actual collections of costumes in both museums and private collections. Attention has been drawn only to the main styles of dress that have been worn in England from the time when the earliest visual records were made and to give approximately the periods when the main changes in fashion occurred. With a comprehensive and lucid text, carefully indexed and with over 500 illustrations, this is an invaluable source of reference both for the expert seeking accuracy and attention to detail and also for students. The book is a standard work for anyone professionally or educationally involved in costume history but will also appeal to those interested in period costumes.

Historical Costumes of England 1066-1968

Arts & Photography

Bradfield, Nancy

Fashion

Victorian Costume & Costume Accessories

History

Buck, Anne

Europe

Paperback. Exhibits minimal shelfwear, most notably corners and edges, minor creases; pages unmarked, binding tight. Excellent customer service and fast shipping.

Men's Fashion in the Twentieth Century: From Frock Coats to Intelligent Fibres

COSTANTINO, Maria

History & Criticism

Illustrations of 1920s fashion for women.

1920s Fashion Design

With the aid of 220 illustrations arranged in chronological groups, from 1600 to the present, this book draws together the story of costume accessories to provide a detailed view of the history of dress. Extensive captions describe each accessory, revealing parallels in construction, cut, textiles and motifs between items as diverse as parasols and stockings. The accessories covered include shoes, hats, bags, gloves, purses, parasols, socks, stockings, jewellery, fans, shawls and scarves.

Visual History of Costume Accessories: From Hats to Shoes : 400 Years of Costume Accessories

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Valerie Cumming

Antiques & Collectibles

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.

History of 20th Century Fashion

Ewing, Elizabeth

This book is intended for anyone wishing to reproduce historical dress, for re-enactment, displays, drama or personal use. It is assumed that the reader has a basic knowledge of dressmaking.The garments are presented, with brief notes on their historical background in three main layers: underwear, main garments and outer garments, plus a section on head-wear and accessories.

Medieval Tailor's Assistant: Making Common Garments 1200-1500

Sarah Thursfield

Crafts & Hobbies

The Needlework of Mary Queen of Scots

Margaret Swain

Photography & Video

A unique book on the secrets of making latex clothes. Ever increasing in popularity with fashion designers and film and theatre costumiers as well as the fetish market, latex clothing is a growing industry. This is the first practical book that shows dressmakers how to make the most of this innovative material by a leading maker of latex clothes. The book covers all the basic tools and materials as well as preparation and techniques, including darting, pleating, gathering, hemming and full health and safety advice. This is followed by full details of openings and closings: zips, buttons, studs, ties and lacings as well as embellishments and special finishes. Full instructions are given for key items, including a simple skirt, trousers, T-shirt, dress and jacket and there are is also essential advice on what can go wrong and how to prevent it. The book concludes with advice on wearing and storing latex garments.

Making Latex Clothes

Mooney, San-kate

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