Full Peoples Gallery in images of all nations by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche, 1840.
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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

Assembly of the Native Americans in Florida to war.
Assembly of the Native Americans in Florida to war. Squaws from Florida lament their men killed in the war.
Algerian women in their house-clothes, 19th century.
Algerian women in their house-clothes Source: “Full Peoples Gallery in images of all nations” by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche, Meissen, 1840. Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche (1785 -1863) was a German bookseller, publisher… Read More

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.
Moorish nomads. Berber from Algeria, North Africa.
Moorish nomads. Berber from Algeria, North Africa by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche
Felup and Mandingo from the village of Fulier at the Senegal.
Felup and Mandingo from the village of Fulier at the Senegal, by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche.
Inhabitants of Madagascar in 1800.
Inhabitants of Madagascar by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche, Meissen, 1840.
Libya merchant and farmer in c. 1840
A Libyan farmer on a threshing machine and a wandering merchant.

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.