Fashion that Changed the World

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What did Vogue's first cover look like? When did film stars become part of the fashion industry? What led to the development of ready-to-wear clothing? How did the paintings of Mondrian, Dali and Warhol end up on the runway? These and other questions are answered in this eye-opening look at different aspects of the history of fashion-from Elizabeth I's "Mask of Youth," to Lady Gaga's "meat dress." Arranged by topic, the lavishly illustrated chapters explore themes such as war and the military; ready-to wear; fashion in film, art, and sports; celebrity; gay and lesbian fashion; globalisation; and the internet. 'Fashion That Changed the World' digs into a multitude of social, economic, and cultural factors that changed the course of fashion over the last few hundred years. Filled with colourful images-many of them full-page-and extensive essays that are both informative and engaging, this indispensable reference offers a historical snapshot of what we used to wear and why we choose the clothes that we do today. AUTHOR: Jennifer Croll is a writer and editor whose writing on culture and style has appeared in a variety of publications including Nylon, Adbusters, and Dazed and Confused. 160 colour illustrations

Jennifer Croll is a writer and editor whose work has appeared in a variety of publications including Nylon, Adbusters and Dazed & Confused, as well as the book Women in Clothes. She lives in Vancouver, Canada.

"Make this a must read for those who are deeply involved and immersed in world of fashion as well for novices who want to use this book as a primer for the history of fashion." --New York Journal of Books "Jennifer Croll details historical moments that were inspired by what people wear." --Flare