A Survey of Historic Costume: A History of Western DressA basic text for those who want an overview and chronology of western costume, it discusses the dress of each era within its historical, cultural and economic contexts. |
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Page 358
... covered the upper part of the arm . There were also sleeveless styles with shoulder straps . skirts : Evening gown skirts were full , extended to the floor , were often trained , and were made from soft fabrics . outdoor garments ...
... covered the upper part of the arm . There were also sleeveless styles with shoulder straps . skirts : Evening gown skirts were full , extended to the floor , were often trained , and were made from soft fabrics . outdoor garments ...
Page 359
... included military collars , ruf- fled jabots , and wide revers or lapels . As is true with most costume revivals ... styles . bodices : Although some vestiges remained of the frilli- ness of the Edwardian period , bodice styles gradually ...
... included military collars , ruf- fled jabots , and wide revers or lapels . As is true with most costume revivals ... styles . bodices : Although some vestiges remained of the frilli- ness of the Edwardian period , bodice styles gradually ...
Page 399
... styles included chester- fields and raglan - sleeved coats , with either buttoned front closings or fly - front closing in which a fabric placket obscured the buttons . In the 1920s : □ Raccoon coats were popular among the young col ...
... styles included chester- fields and raglan - sleeved coats , with either buttoned front closings or fly - front closing in which a fabric placket obscured the buttons . In the 1920s : □ Raccoon coats were popular among the young col ...
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Identification of Group Membership | 3 |
Some Notes on Using this Book | 9 |
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