Fashion History from the 18th to the 20th Century
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Clothes define people. A person’s attire, whether it’s a sari, kimono, or business suit, is an essential code to his or her culture, class, personality, even faith. Founded in 1978, the Kyoto Costume Institute recognizes the importance of understanding clothes from sociological, historical, and artistic perspectives. With one of the world’s most extensive clothing collections, the KCI has amassed a wide range of historical garments, underwear, shoes, and fashion accessories dating from the 18th century to the present day. Showcasing the Institute’s vast collection, Fashion History is a fascinating excursion through clothing trends from the 18th to the 20th century. Featuring impeccable photography of clothing expertly displayed and arranged on custom-made mannequins, it is a testimony to attire as “an essential manifestation of our very being” and to the Institute’s passion for fashion as a complex and intricate art form. The authors include some of the smartest minds and sharpest eyes in fashion studies: Akiko Fukai (Director and Curator Emeritus of the Kyoto Costume Institute), Tamami Suoh (Curator of The Kyoto Costume Institute), Miki Iwagami (Lecturer of fashion history at Bunka Gakuen University, Tokyo), Reiko Koga (former professor of fashion history at Bunka Gakuen University, Tokyo), and Rie Nii (Curator of The Kyoto Costume Institute). Review: ... wanted this book for ages and it did not disappoint. Lovely pictures and great information - I've wanted this book for ages and it did not disappoint. Lovely pictures and great information. Review: Five Stars - Beautiful collection, big quality photos with detailed descriptions
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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 121 Reviews |
E**H
... wanted this book for ages and it did not disappoint. Lovely pictures and great information
I've wanted this book for ages and it did not disappoint. Lovely pictures and great information.
R**B
Five Stars
Beautiful collection, big quality photos with detailed descriptions
M**D
Fashion A History from the 18th to the 20th Century
I am giving this book a top rating. Informative, excellent photography and in all a beautiful book well worth keeping.
J**A
A fantastic book packed full of examples beautifully photographed
A fantastic book packed full of examples beautifully photographed. Have owned this book for yours and still dip in and out for references.
S**E
Buyers attention.
I own this book and it is gorgeous, but i also purchased a book called; Fashion. A History from the 18th to the 20th Century, or rather the other book was in fact two books and discovered that they are really the same books but with different layouts. I notice that the prices are dramatically different and just wanted to notify potential buyers about this. I hope this makes sense, check this out before purchasing !!!
A**A
Brilliant reference book
As a fashion student this is one of the best books I own. The book is packed with photo's taken as musuem photo's rather then fashion shots. This means you get clear, close up detailed shots of the garments, which range from the 18th century to present. The selection of garments featured is huge, with something for everyone (from issey miyake to 18th century pearl inlayed shoe heels!). A MUST buy, and amazing value for money!
T**S
Great book, very good condition, took too long to ship
I had already read many reviews of this book when I decided I needed it badly. I didn't regret it: I can now happily browse trough all those amazingly well taken photos of fine fashion speciments. I only give 4 stars, for the sole reason that it took ages to reach my hands. I was promised to receive it around early or mid February, but it arrived late February. Moreover I could not find any meaningful trace information of my order. If we add on this that this was my second attempt (the first one was somehow cancelled) I had to wait about two months for the book. The condition of the book was superb, except from some minor wrinkles on the soft cover, maybe caused during the shipment, but in any case, giving the 1/4 of the price of a brand new one, it was really good value for money!
T**A
FIRST CLASS!
If, like me, you like your fashion reference books to have oodles of pictures, with a full description of each item, with close ups and historical/designer info as well as info about coonstruction, then this is the book for you! Every page is mouthwatering, with exquisite care and detail given to each photo and description, an absolout must have!
C**S
Beautiful book.
Photos and text evocative and informative.
A**R
Great present
IT was a present for my doughter. She loved it. Great book with large and beautiful pictures.
J**.
Excelente
El producto es el publicado y cumple perfectamente con lo prometido. Lo recomiendo.
D**R
Livro bom, a entrega é horrível.
O livro é muito bacana, comprei para dar de presente. Entretanto o livro veio solto dentro da caixa da Amazon e a sobre capa chegou rasgada. Estou devolvendo para tentar receber um inteiro... (a pessoa que ganhou pediu para eu devolver)
S**T
Özenli paketleme ve hediye nezaketi.
Özenli bir paketlemeyle elime zamanında ulaşan siparişimin içerisinden ayrı pakette 2 takvim hediyesi çıktı. Biri duvar ve diğeri masa takvimi olan bu hediyeler de kuşe kağıda renkli baskı ile ünlü ressam tablolarının en sevilenleriyle donatılmış. Keyifle kullanacağım. Kitap zaten modaya ilgisi olan herkesin kütüphanesinde olması gereken bir kaynak. Teşekkür ederim.
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