How Fashion Works

Author : Gavin Waddell
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118814991
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How Fashion Works written by Gavin Waddell and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-09-03 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fashion deals with a world of illusion on the one hand and a hard-bitten, multifaceted and multi-billion pound industry on the other. This stimulating book clarifies how fashion operates on all its levels: the mystery of haute couture is explained, the complexities of ready to wear are simplified, and the power of mass production assessed and evaluated. Fashion terms, their use and meaning are explained in plain words and the complicated stages of design, manufacture and distribution are described in detail. Also included are sections on bespoke tailoring, wholesale menswear, dressmaking, millinery and accessories, the fashion calendar and short biographies on the most influential designers. Every follower of fashion, whether at college or in big business, will welcome the information presented in this book.

Author : Andrew Reilly
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1350091936
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Introducing Fashion Theory written by Andrew Reilly and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2020-12-10 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How does a style become a fashion? Why do trends spread and decline? Introducing Fashion Theory explores these questions and more to help you quickly get up-to-speed with fashion theories, from scarcity to conformity, through clear practical examples and fascinating case studies. This second edition, re-titled from Key Concepts for the Fashion Industry, includes expanded coverage on cultural appropriation, corporate greenwashing, and the criminal world of counterfeit goods. - Illustrated examples, from Apple's post-postmodernist iWatch to Savage X Fenty's body image message on diversity - Covers core fashion theories, from trickle-down to trickle-up, to political dress and conspicuous consumption - Filled with learning activities, key terms, chapter summaries, and discussion questions to inspire and inform

Author : Waddell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781405131773
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How Fashion Works (Epz Edition) Couture, Ready Wear Mass Prod written by Waddell and published by . This book was released on 2004-08-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Marnie Fogg
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781438003429
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book When Fashion Really Works written by Marnie Fogg and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Why do some designs stand head and shoulders above others? When Fashion Really Works showcases a selection of eighty outstanding fashion confections from the early twentieth century to the present day. Fashion expert Marnie Fogg defines the characteristics of the garments that render each outfit both influential and iconic, from those that appropriate other cultures, such as Lanvin's exotic robe de style, to the use of underwear as outerwear, as exemplified by Jean Paul Gaultier's corset dress. From the silhouette-changing "New Look" by Dior to the lace sweater of Rei Kawakubo for Commes des Carçons, Fogg's insightful commentary will open your eyes to the defining qualities that have given these pieces timeless allure" --Back cover.

Author : Tansy E. Hoskins
Publisher : Pluto Press
ISBN 13 : 9780745332901
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Stitched Up written by Tansy E. Hoskins and published by Pluto Press. This book was released on 2014-01-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stitched Up delves into the exclusive and alluring world of fashion, to expose class division, gender stereotyping and wasteful consumption. Tansy Hoskins illuminates the political and sociological dimensions of an industry which promotes and supports the dominant values of our age: image, glamour, money and sex. Hoskins also provides a fascinating historical narrative, showing that the clothes we wear are as indicative of who we are as they were during the reign of Louis XIV. She tackles key contemporary issues, such as the controversy over 'size zero' and the impact of fashion in depleting the world's natural resources. In a provocative move, Stitched Up argues that fashion controls our aspirations and self worth through a set of impossible beauty standards. At a time when high spending on clothes persists despite economic recession, Stitched Up provides a unique critical examination of fashion in relation to contemporary culture and the distorting priorities of capitalism.

Author : ELLEN MACARTHUR FOUNDATION. PUBLISHING
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781912737086
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Circular Design for Fashion written by ELLEN MACARTHUR FOUNDATION. PUBLISHING and published by . This book was released on 2021-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At heart, this book aims to inspire fearless innovators committed to spearheading the future of fashion. It is for all of us looking to make a positive impact in an industry that we love and care about. It is increasingly acknowledged that the practice of design is not exclusive to designers, nor is it found only in studios. The materials, garments, services, shows, supply chains and stores that make up the fashion industry all work the way they do because of innumerable design decisions, made by creatives all over the world. Circular design goes far beyond rethinking single products or services, it has the potential to redefine how the entire fashion system operates. It's a chance for anyone in the fashion industry - regardless of job title - to support the shift to a circular economy where, by design, waste and pollution are eliminated, products and materials are circulated, and nature is regenerated. Circular design is a pioneering practice of design. It is the creative opportunity of the coming decade for the creatives, innovators, and pioneers who seek to reshape the fashion industry.

Author : Sofi Thanhauser
Publisher : Vintage
ISBN 13 : 1524748404
Total Pages : 401 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Worn written by Sofi Thanhauser and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2022-01-25 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORKER BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR • A sweeping and captivatingly told history of clothing and the stuff it is made of—an unparalleled deep-dive into how everyday garments have transformed our lives, our societies, and our planet. “We learn that, if we were a bit more curious about our clothes, they would offer us rich, interesting and often surprising insights into human history...a deep and sustained inquiry into the origins of what we wear, and what we have worn for the past 500 years." —The Washington Post In this panoramic social history, Sofi Thanhauser brilliantly tells five stories—Linen, Cotton, Silk, Synthetics, Wool—about the clothes we wear and where they come from, illuminating our world in unexpected ways. She takes us from the opulent court of Louis XIV to the labor camps in modern-day Chinese-occupied Xinjiang. We see how textiles were once dyed with lichen, shells, bark, saffron, and beetles, displaying distinctive regional weaves and knits, and how the modern Western garment industry has refashioned our attire into the homogenous and disposable uniforms popularized by fast-fashion brands. Thanhauser makes clear how the clothing industry has become one of the planet’s worst polluters and how it relies on chronically underpaid and exploited laborers. But she also shows us how micro-communities, textile companies, and clothing makers in every corner of the world are rediscovering ancestral and ethical methods for making what we wear. Drawn from years of intensive research and reporting from around the world, and brimming with fascinating stories, Worn reveals to us that our clothing comes not just from the countries listed on the tags or ready-made from our factories. It comes, as well, from deep in our histories.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1465436561
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Fashion Book written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter the world of glamour and go behind the scenes of the fashion world. The Fashion Book is an ideal introduction to the world of fashion. Learn about its history and how it has translated into the works of modern-day designers. Explore numerous styles, and get to know about the origins of what we wear and why. Packed with stunning images and illustrations, The Fashion Book also takes a look at the history of the most iconic fashion trends and charts the changing shapes of clothes and shoes. Read about the inspirational works of fashion icons, from Coco Chanel to Kate Moss, and find out about a day in the life of a catwalk model. The Fashion Book is a gorgeous style guide for teenagers who want to discover the stories behind their favorite looks, create their own style, and learn what makes the fashion world tick!

Author : Dana Thomas
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 0735224013
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Fashionopolis written by Dana Thomas and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An investigation into the damage wrought by the colossal clothing industry--and the grassroots, high-tech, international movement fighting to reform it from a bestselling journalist who has traveled the globe to discover the visionary designers and companies who are propelling the industry toward that more positive future.ture.

Author : Roland Barthes
Publisher : Univ of California Press
ISBN 13 : 9780520071773
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Fashion System written by Roland Barthes and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1990-07-25 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On semiotics, fashion and philosophy