Costume of a Japanese soldier with gun in 1840. Soldat Japonais. Gallery: Asian costumes by Auguste Wahlen. Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world. Related Posts:Japanese soldier… Read More
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Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world, based on authentic documents and the most recent trips by Auguste Wahlen, Knight of several Orders. Engrapher: François Pannemaker (1822-1900). Theophile Emanuel Duverger (1821-1894). Published: Brussels, 1843.

Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
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. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com

Japanese Fishermen’s family costumes in 1840
Japanese Fishermen’s family costumes in 1840. Famille de Pêcheurs Japonais. Gallery: Asian costumes by Auguste Wahlen. Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world. Related Posts:Costume of a… Read More

Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
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. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com

Japanese soldier, 19h century. Soldat Japonais.
Traditional Japanese soldier uniform, 19h century. Related Posts:Japanese rider, 19h century. Cavalier Japonais.Japanese nobleman and his servant, 19h century.Resident of Lile Loo-choo, Ryukyu islands Asia.

Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
Young Hindu girl from the upper class.
Traditional India costume. Young Hindu girl from the upper class, 19h century. Related Posts:India Raja or Maharajah costume, 19th century.Japanese lady in kimono. Japan 19th century costume.Traditional Persian woman. Nobility
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Couture: then and now Clothes define people. 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.
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)
Japanese nobleman and his servant, 19h century.
Japanese nobleman and his servant, 19h century. Related Posts:Japanese rider, 19h century. Cavalier Japonais.Japanese soldier, 19h century. Soldat Japonais.Resident of Lile Loo-choo, Ryukyu islands Asia.
Japanese rider, 19h century. Cavalier Japonais.
Japanese rider, 19h century. Samurai. Related Posts:Japanese soldier, 19h century. Soldat Japonais.Japanese nobleman and his servant, 19h century.Resident of Lile Loo-choo, Ryukyu islands Asia.

Fashionpedia - The Visual Dictionary Of Fashion Design
FASHIONPEDIA is a visual fashion dictionary covering all the technical terms from style to material to production with illustrations and infographics. It encompasses rich, extensive information and yet is easy to read. Whether you are an industry insider or a fashion connoisseur, FASHIONPEDIA is all you will ever need to navigate the fashion scene.
Japanese Parasol standard bearer costumes.
Japanese Parasol standard bearer costumes, 19th century. Porte étendard et Parasol Japonais. Gallery: Asian costumes by Auguste Wahlen. Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world. Related Posts:Japanese… Read More
Japanese lady in kimono. Japan 19th century costume.
Japanese lady in kimono. Japan 19th century costume. Dame Japonaise. Related Posts:Japan Aristocracy costumeFlower seller from Japan.Japanese Nobleman in court dress, 1810.
Sub-officer costume of Cipahys. Hindustan 19th century.
Sub-officer costume of Cipahys. Hindustan 19th century. Sous-officer de Cipahys. Indoustan. Gallery: Asian costumes by Auguste Wahlen. Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world. Related Posts:Japanese General… Read More
Girl of Himalaya Mountains costume, 19th century.
Girl of Himalaya Mountains costume. Jeune Fille des Monts Himalaya. Gallery: Asian costumes by Auguste Wahlen. Manners, customs and costumes of all peoples of the world. Related Posts:Costume Arabian girl.Young… Read More

Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
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. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com

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)

Fashionpedia - The Visual Dictionary Of Fashion Design
FASHIONPEDIA is a visual fashion dictionary covering all the technical terms from style to material to production with illustrations and infographics. It encompasses rich, extensive information and yet is easy to read. Whether you are an industry insider or a fashion connoisseur, FASHIONPEDIA is all you will ever need to navigate the fashion scene.

Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.