Fashion History
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A Dress for Diana
Price:£25.00After more than 20 years in a City vault, designers David and Elizabeth Emmanuel open the four locked trunks which reveal the story behind their creation of Princess Diana's wedding dress. Learn More -
Fabulous Frocks
Price:£25.00No item of clothing has endured for longer than the dress. Yet the last century alone has seen the most radical changes of style - hemlines swinging from ankle to thigh; outlines alternating between the body-hugging and the bell - and our fascination with the 'frock' has not gone away. Learn More -
Trends 09/10
Price:£14.99This trend-forecasting collection of work from the trend think-tank at the world-famous Central Saint Martins college in London represents in a clear and concise visual manner early trend directions. Learn More -
The Art of Dress
Price:£20.00Bringing together the expertise of the world's greatest auction house and the knowledge of one of the world's leading teddy bear specialists, Christie's Century of Teddy Bears celebrates the one hundredth birthday of the bear, tracing its ascent from humble nursery companion to highly sought after collectors' item. Learn More -
Sharp Suits
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In Sharp Suits we examine the fascinating history of the evolution of the modern suit from the days of 19th century bespoke to the mass industrialisation of the early part of the 20th century. Learn More -
Fashion Illustration 1930 to 1970
Price:£17.99The world of fashion illustration has had a sensational renaissance in the last five years, but the art form goes back to the beginning of the 20th century and today’s exponents are still benefiting from some of the styles, shapes and colours of fashion illustrators from decades ago.
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Vintage Lingerie
Price:£20.00Patterns for a range of fabulous vintage pieces from the last 120 years, including 1890s corsets, 1940s garter belts and basques, 1950s pin-up brassieres, 1920s French knickers and much more.
- 30 stunning and historically accurate examples of period lingerie, from 1890 to 1960.
- Features 1890s corsets, 1940s garter belts and basques, 1950s New Look girdles, brassieres, knickers and much more.
- Includes annotated patterns, drawings and photographs for fashion students, historians and costume makers.
- Features two projects with step-by-step instructions.
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Understanding Fashion History
Price:£18.99A fascinating look at the way costume and fashion have been studied, curated and exhibited since the 17th century. Author is a former Chair of the Costume society and an expert in the field Illustrated with colour and black-and-white images Learn More -
Style Me Vintage: Clothes
Price:£9.99* How to create vintage looks from the 1920s to the 1980s. * Clear instructions, accompanied by inspirational photographs. * Filled with tips on how to source the best clothes and accessories to create an authentic look. Learn More -
Elizabeth
Price:£9.99- A fond look back at the remarkable wardobe of Queen Elizabeth II
- A detailed sartorial portrait featuring beautiful photographs and sketches
- Ideal for followers of vintage fashion and Royal Watchers alike
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