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
Winter sports costume by Emil Jacoby and evening shoes by Wichert. Back from the sledding. Drawing by Viktor Arnaut. Styl, table 2, Issue 5/6. Related Posts:Hunter. Sports Costumes of A. C.… Read More
The green veil. Coat of V. Mannheimer. Drawing of Offterdinger. Style, table 4, Issue 5/6. Related Posts:Model of Précieux Enchantement. Art deco hat fashion 1921.Hat Models of Graces Discrètes. Art… Read More
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
Lo and Chérie. Evening Dresses by Herrmann Gerson. Drawing by Erna Schmidt – Caroll. Styl, table 3, Issue 5/6. Related Posts:Kids Costumes by Herrmann Gerson.The award-winning and his mistress. Coat… Read More
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.
The young Fritz in Rheinsberg. Frederick II of Prussia. Drawing by Erich M. Simon. Styl, table 8, Issue 5/6. Related Posts:By the sea. Beach costumes by Gerard Bresser.At the fountain. Matelassé… Read More
Literature
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)
Illigei. Stone etching by Georg G. Kolbe to the novel by A.R. Meyer. Fritz Gurlitt Verlag, Berlin. Styl, table 9, Issue 5/6. Related Posts:Model of Précieux Enchantement. Art deco hat… Read More
By the sea. Beach costumes by Gerard Bresser. Drawing Kretschmann. Styl, table 2, Issue 5, 1922. Related Posts:Model of Précieux Enchantement. Art deco hat fashion 1921.Hat Models of Graces Discrètes.… Read More
At the fountain. Matelassé costume by Johanna Marbach. Drawing by Ludwig Kainer. Styl, table 4, Issue 5, 1922. Related Posts:Mannequin. Afternoon dress by Johanna Marbach.Ermine. Art deco Evening Cape by Johanna… Read More
Serenade. Park by Herrmann Rothe. Drawing by George G. Kobbe. Styl, table 6, Issue 5, 1922. Related Posts:The garden Yrgill. Park design by Herrmann Rothe.Lo and Chérie. Evening Dresses by… Read More
Grace of the animals. After a woodcut by Hokusai. Styl, table 7, Issue 5, 1922. Related Posts:Model of Précieux Enchantement. Art deco hat fashion 1921.Hat Models of Graces Discrètes. Art… Read More
Pariser Platz. High summer dress by Hammer. Drawing by Rene Hubert. Style, table 8, Issue 5, 1922. Related Posts:Model of Précieux Enchantement. Art deco hat fashion 1921.Hat Models of Graces… Read More
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 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.
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.
