Why Would Anyone Wear That? Fascinating Fashion Facts

Description

This publication presents and illustrates diverse fashions, including shoes, hats, jewellery, undergarments, and outerwear. Each fashion is intended for visual presentation on a two-page spread. Information comes from research, museums, and history of costume books. The book is written in a format that is concise and engaging, as well as educational. The book explains the environmental influences that shape fashion. Readers will learn that fashion is a reflection of the way of life at a given time, rather than an arbitrary and unpredictable force. This nonfiction, illustrated costume history book examines extreme fashions throughout the world. It discusses some of the most restrictive and inconvenient fashions and some of the most liberating and functional fashions. It includes interesting fashion theories, perspectives, and facts. Fashions are described and explained in light of the social, political, economic, and cultural considerations (Zeitgeist) of the time.

Author description

Celia Stall-Meadows, EdD. is a university professor teaching textiles, apparel, and fashion marketing. She maintains membership in the International Textile and Apparel Association. During graduate school, she served as curator for her college's historic costume collection. She has taught courses in history of costume and social/psychological aspects of clothing.