DESCRIPTION :
Clothes define people. A fashion history from the 18th to the 20th century. A person's clothing, whether it's a sari, kimono, or business suit, is an essential key to his or her culture, class, personality, or even religion. The Kyoto Costume Institute recognizes the importance of understanding clothing sociologically, historically, and artistically. Founded in 1978, the KCI holds one of the world's most extensive clothing collections and has curated many exhibitions worldwide. With an emphasis on Western women's clothing, 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 a vast selection from the Institute's archives of skilled photographs depicting the clothing expertly displayed and arranged on custom-made mannequins, "Fashion History" is a fascinating excursion through the last three centuries of clothing trends. The KCI believes that "clothing is an essential manifestation of our very being" and their passion and dedication positively radiate from every page of this book.

PRODUCT DETAILS :

ISBN : 9783836536042
BY (AUTHOR) Institute, Kyoto Costume
PUBLISHER : Taschen GmbH	PUBLICATION DATE : June 25, 2012
COUNTRY OF PUBLICATION : Germany	IMPRINT : Taschen GmbH
LANGUAGE : English	AGE : General
PRODUCT FORM : Hardback

DIMENSION : 155 mm x 217 mm

PRODUCT CATEGORY :
The Arts

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