The act of undressing has a multitude of meanings; which vary dramatically when this commonly private gesture is presented for public consumption. This ground-breaking book explores the significance of undressing in various cultural and social contexts.As we are increasingly obsessed with dress choices as signifiers of who we are and how we feel; an investigation into what happens as we remove our clothes has never been more pertinent. Exploring three main issues - politics; tease; and clothes without bodies - Acts of Undressing discusses these key themes through an in-depth and eclectic mix of case studies including flashing at Mardi Gras; the World Burlesque Games; and shoefiti used by gangs to mark territories.Building on leading theories of dress and the body; from academics including Roland Barthes and Mario Perniolato; Ruth Barcan and Erving Goffman; Acts of Undressing is essential reading for students of fashion; sociology; anthropology; visual culture; and related subjects.
2016-08-01 2016-08-01File Name: B01I7K62HE
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