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The Complete Costume History

John Peacock • Thames & Hudson • ISBN 9780500513095

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The Complete Costume History

John Peacock • Thames & Hudson • ISBN-13 9780500513095

ISBN-10 Not provided • 2006 • 1st Edition

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ISBN 9780500513095 • Completeness 70

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The Story of Costume by John Peacock is a comprehensive visual history of costume design, especially tailored for children. It explores the evolution of clothing styles from ancient times to the present, featuring detailed illustrations and informative text that make the history of fashion accessible and engaging for young readers.

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Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Hardcover1st EditionOctober 30, 2006
Pages: 144Language: EnglishPaper finish: Matte

Catalog notes

Contributor: John Peacock

Cultural context

Category: Costume DesignCategory: Cultural DressCategory: FashionCategory: Fashion HistoryCategory: Historical ClothingCategory: IllustrationCategory: Textile ArtsCategory: Visual ReferenceInfluenced by: Christian DiorInfluenced by: Coco ChanelInfluenced by: Vivienne WestwoodInfluenced by: Yves Saint LaurentInfluenced by: Paul PoiretInfluenced by: Elsa SchiaparelliInfluenced by: Alexander McQueenInfluenced by: John GallianoInfluenced: Contemporary Fashion DesignersInfluenced: Fashion EducatorsInfluenced: IllustratorsInfluenced: Costume DesignersInfluenced: Art TeachersInfluenced: Children's Book AuthorsInfluenced: Visual StorytellersInfluenced: Cultural HistoriansCornerstone of: Fashion History Studies

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