A History of Fashion and Costume is an eight-volume set that examines the development of costume and fashion over time - from the earliest cave dwellers to the present - along with the social history that gave rise to it. Introducing readers to the rich world of fashion and dress; this set vividly depicts the changing styles; processes; and trends - from the first people to wear clothes in the last Ice Age to the courtly fashion of medieval Europe to the globalization of Western style - that led us to the clothing of today. Describing both the practical uses of clothing and the highly impractical clothes that have been used throughout history to convey social status; these volumes provide a compelling look at the effects of fashion and costume on society. Each accessible volume describes the fashions of the time; styles and designs; and the changing use of materials. Beautiful illustrations and engaging text examine clothing as well as the jewelry; hairstyles; hats; and footwear that accompanied the fashions and made them unique. Special features in each volume include a foreword written by a fashion industry expert as well as a helpful glossary; timeline; and index.
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