Tag: Art Deco period

The Art déco period was the time between c. 1910 and 1940. It was the fashion of the Jazz Age and stood for modernism, androgyny, luxury, flapper, that were bundled in Paris. French fashion designers of the time were Paul Poiret, Coco Chanel, Elsa Schiaparelli, Jean Patou. Characteristic style elements in fashion were the Tubular silhouette and the Cloche hat, precious materials, strength of color and sensuality of the subject.

Auguste Racinet. The Costume History Hardcover – Illustrated, November 4, 2015
by Françoise Tétart-Vittu (Author)

Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style.

Auguste Racinet. The Costume History Hardcover – Illustrated, November 4, 2015
by Françoise Tétart-Vittu (Author)

Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style.

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The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Made the World Paperback – December 7, 2021
by Virginia Postrel (Author)

From Neanderthal string to 3D knitting, an “expansive” global history that highlights “how textiles truly changed the world” (Wall Street Journal)