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20th-century fashion in detail / Claire Wilcox and Valerie D. Mendes ; with Oriolle Cullen, Jenny Lister and Sonnet Stanfill ; photographs by Richard Davis and Pip Barnard ; drawings by Leonie Davis and Deborah Mallinson.

Wilcox, Claire, (author.). Mendes, Valerie D., (author.). Cullen, Oriolle, (contributor.). Lister, Jenny, (contributor.). Stanfill, Sonnet, (contributor.). Davis, Richard, (photographer.). Barnard, Pip, (photographer.). Davis, Leonie, (illustrator.). Mallinso, Deborah, (illustrator.). (issuing body.).

Summary:

Revealing the elaborate embroidery, intricate pleats and daring cuts that make up some of the 20th century's most beautiful garments, this book explores the specific techniques used by couturiers as tastes and textile technologies evolved. Work by designers such as Mariano Fortuny, Madeleine Vionnet, Paul Poiret, Hubert de Givenchy, Mary Quant, Yves Saint Laurent and Vivienne Westwood is rediscovered, and exquisite haute-couture pieces, from sequinned Chanel trouser suits and richly embroidered Schiaparelli jackets to striking Balenciaga creations and Dior evening gowns, are examined. Part of the `Fashion in Detail' series, this updated edition features a revised introduction and list of designers followed by chapters dedicated to a particular technique. Each garment is illustrated through detailed photography and line drawings and is accompanied by a commentary by leading experts in textiles and fashion. An extraordinary exploration of the techniques used by couturiers in the construction of these exceptional garments, 20th-Century Fashion in Detail will delight all followers of fashion.

Record details

ISBN: 9780500294109 (paperback)
ISBN: 0500294100 (paperback)
Physical Description: 224 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm.
Edition: Revised and expanded edition.
Publisher: London : Thames & Hudson ; in association with the Victoria and Albert Museum, [2018]
Copyright: ©2018

Content descriptions

General Note:	"First published in the United Kingdom in 2005 by the Victoria and Albert Museum, London" -- Title page verso.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Introduction -- List of designers -- 1. Seams -- 2. Gathers, tucks and pleats -- 3. Collars, cuffs and pockets -- 4. Fastenings -- 5. Bows -- 6. Beads and sequins -- 7. Applied decoration -- Reference -- Glossary.