The 1940s (Fashion Sourcebooks S.) - Softcover

Peacock, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 050028041X ISBN 13: 9780500280416

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd, 1998

Synopsis

Fashion in the 1940s divides into two parts: pre and post New Look. The first period was dominated by World War II, when rationing affected the design of clothes for men and women. In 1947 Christian Dior's New Look brought a romantic revival: narrow, rounded shoulders, lightly padded hips and voluminous, billowing skirts introduced a new era of feminity and extravagence. This book is part of a series charting the development of women's and men's clothing from 1900 onwards. It includes complete descriptions of each garment and accessories, itemizing colour, cut, necklines, lapels, sleeves, pockets, fastenings, buttons and belts. The year-by-year format progresses through day wear, evening wear, sportswear, leisurewear, underwear, negligee and wedding wear. The text is accompanied by costume drawings by John Peacock, and includes a chart summarizing the evolution of fashion, garment shapes, and biographies of the outstanding designers of the decade.

About this edition

• Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 050028041X
• ISBN 13: 9780500280416
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64