Dress Design: An Account Of Costume For Artists And Dressmakers

Dress Design: An Account of Costume for Artists and Dressmakers

by Talbot Hughes

'Dress Design: An Account of Costume for Artists and Dressmakers' by Talbot Hughes provides a comprehensive exploration of Western European fashion trends spanning from prehistoric times to the Victorian Era. The book delves into the evolution of men's and women's attire, analyzing the influences, materials, and techniques that shaped sartorial expressions across different periods. It offers a valuable resource for artists, dressmakers, and anyone interested in the history of costume and its cultural significance.

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