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Fashion that Changed the World Paperback – September 16, 2014

by Jennifer Croll (Author)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 96 ratings
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This book is the perfect fashion accessory—a sumptuous, exquisitely designed exploration of the most influential fashion icons, ideas, designers, pieces, and trends from throughout history. What did Vogue’s first cover look like? When did film stars become part of the fashion industry? What led to the development of ready-to-wear clothing? How did the paintings of Mondrian, Dalí and Warhol end up on the runway? These and other questions are answered in this eye-opening look at different aspects of the history of fashion—from Elizabeth I’s "Mask of Youth," to Lady Gaga’s "meat dress." Arranged by topic, the lavishly illustrated chapters explore themes such as war and the military; ready-to wear; fashion in film, art, and sports; celebrity; gay and lesbian fashion; globalization; and the internet. Fashion That Changed the World digs into a multitude of social, economic, and cultural factors that changed the course of fashion over the last few hundred years. Filled with colorful images—many of them full-page—and extensive essays that are both informative and engaging, this indispensable reference offers a historical snapshot of what we used to wear and why we choose the clothes that we do today.
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  1. Print length
    192 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Prestel
  4. Publication date
    September 16, 2014
  5. Dimensions
    8 x 0.75 x 9.75 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    3791347896
  7. ISBN-13
    978-3791347899
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"From Marie Antoinette's pouf to hipsters' skinny jeans and everything in between, Jennifer Croll's Fashion That Changed the World (Prestel) is the rare style-history book that surveys why we wear what we do, right up to modern times." -The Georgia Straight

About the Author

Jennifer Croll is a writer and editor whose work has appeared in a variety of publications including Nylon, Adbusters and Dazed & Confused, as well as the book Women in Clothes. She lives in Vancouver, Canada.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Prestel (September 16, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3791347896
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3791347899
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.65 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.75 x 9.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 96 ratings

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Jennifer Croll is the author of Fashion That Changed the World, Bad Girls of Fashion, Free the Tipple, and Bad Boys of Fashion. She lives in Vancouver, Canada.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
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Dylan X
5.0 out of 5 stars fashion 101
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2022
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great book to learn the basic fashion history!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2020
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Excellent service and quality!
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Aly M
5.0 out of 5 stars I love everything about this book
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2014
I love everything about this book! With just the right dose of scintillating content from royals, models,designers, punks, to music, sports, work, leisure and everything in between, this book strikes a cord with our visual and tactile senses and portrays fashion, not just as passing trends, but as a constructed core of who we are. Full of informative historical tidbits, context, and insights to create a powerful argument that fashion is a continuous yet varied tread that connects every part of our lives. What we wear, why wear it and what space our clothes occupy in our culture. A must read for anyone who dresses in the morning.
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Dianne Hunt
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect gift
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 12, 2021
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Bought for my niece who has started a fashion course. She loves it! Well presented book so if not for a gift a great coffee table read.
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Giannella
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente calidad
Reviewed in Spain on September 6, 2018
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Un libro muy disfrutable, tanto por su contenido como por su calidad en cuanto objeto. Papel de alto gramaje, buena impresión, muchas fotos bien elegidas, perfecto para pasar unas horas amenas entendiendo los grandes hitos de la moda. Muy recomendado para todos los interesados en historia de la moda, y también muy apto como coffee table book. Además lo conseguí por unos 15€, una maravilla.
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4.0 out of 5 stars un breve excursus nella moda
Reviewed in Italy on October 6, 2016
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edizione sintetica ed essenziale sui principali trend, buona resa grafica, adatto a chi vuole avere una visione rapida dell'evoluzione della moda
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Andrew C.Croll
5.0 out of 5 stars but this is a great read-done in a chatty style-with excellent photos
Reviewed in Canada on November 10, 2014
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I should state that I am related to the author(Dad),but this is a great read-done in a chatty style-with excellent photos.And a very low price!
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LindyB
5.0 out of 5 stars A great gift for a fashion enthusiast
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 31, 2021
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A really interesting book with great pictures. Excellent gift for a fashion student
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