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082			_a746.92 CLA
100			_aClancy, Deirdre
245			_aCostume Since 1945 : Historical Dress from Couture to Street Style
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260			_aLondon _bBloomsbury Academic _c2015
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520			_aSince the mid-20th century fashion has undergone phenomenal change at a rapid pace in the context of unprecedented social, political and cultural upheaval. This fully updated and expanded second edition of Costume Since 1945 brings this period to life through accessible, lively text and over 100 illustrations. From the austerity of the utility years to punk and protest to 21st century fast fashion and vintage style, the volume captures changes the mood and style of each era across street fashion, sportswear, formal wear from suits to couture gowns, underwear and nightclothes. Based on a wide range of sources, the author's illustrations offer engaging insights on fashion history as well as design inspiration. Written for students and scholars of costume design and fashion history, practitioners and anyone interested in historical dress, this book provides a unique perspective on fashion from a renowned international costume designer.
650			_aClothing and Dress
650			_aCostumes
650			_aFashion
650			_aHistory
650			_a20th Century
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