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Book Description Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Slip into something more comfortable as you peruse this comprehensive overview celebrating the art of women's underwear and lingerie. In this elegant display of vintage, collectible lingerie in satin, lace, silk, and chiffon, experience the evolving designs of modern lingerie from 1920 to 1980. From sweeping changes of a woman's role in society to the technological advances that produced a spectrum of new colours and range of textiles, the form and style of lingerie has undergone a significant transformation. Photos, sketches, and vintage ads tell the story behind the designs for bodices, negligees, pyjamas, nightgowns, bed jackets, girdles, garters, and more. Ideal for collectors, costume designers, fashion designers, and fashionistas. AUTHOR: Desire Smith is an instructor of History of Costume at the Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design, Drexel University. SELLING POINTS: .The evolution of lingerie design from 1920-1980 .More than 400 images survey a wide range of styles, colours and fabrics .Complete with glossary of lingerie design terms and collector's resources ILLUSTRATIONS: 426 colour & b/w images * Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780764339301
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: New. Slip into something more comfortable as you peruse this comprehensive overview celebrating the art of womens underwear and lingerie. In this elegant display of vintage, collectible lingerie in satin, lace, silk, and chiffon, experience the evolving designs of modern lingerie from 1920 to 1980. From sweeping changes of a womans role in society to the technological advances that produced a spectrum of new colors and range of textiles, the form and style of lingerie has undergone a significant transformation. Photos, sketches, and vintage ads tell the story behind the designs for bodices, negligees, pajamas, nightgowns, bed jackets, girdles, garters, and more. Ideal for collectors, costume designers, fashion designers, and fashionistas. Seller Inventory # 125783
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