Author

Contributions

  • Mendes, Valerie D. - Contributor
  • Victoria and Albert Museum - Contributor

Publication

2009 - V & A Pub., London, England

Language

English

Word Count

35,750 words, Guess

Page Count

143 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • Better World Books9781851775712
  • Open LibraryOL25248646M

Classifications

  • DDC746.92
  • LCCTT507 .W4555 2009
  • LCCGT596 .T86 2009

Alternate Titles

  • Twentieth century fashion in detail

Description

"Part of the "V&A Fashion in Detail" series, this book illustrates the intricate details of twentieth-century fashion. Spectacular photographs, accompanied by expert commentaries and specially commissioned line drawings, focus on fanciful Dior bows, Chanel button-holes and metal sprinfs on a Schiaparelli jacket. This unique study provides an insight into the techniques and craft practices used by couturiers and the construction of these amazing garments"--Publisher's web site.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • V&A fashion in detail

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