FASHION A FASHION HISTORY OF THE 20TH CENTURY TASCHEN/KYOTO COSTUME INSTITUTE
Fashion History, the Kyoto Costume Institute
Edited by:Kyoto Costume Institute
Publisher:Taschen GmbH
Imprint:Taschen GmbH
ISBN/EAN:3836536048 / 9783836536042
Format:Hardback
Pagination:320 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.), col. ports.
Dimensions:155 x 217 mm, 1116 grams
Country of Pub.:Germany
Pub Date:25/06/2012
Clothes define people. A fashion history from the 18th to the 20th century. 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. Founded in 1978, the KCI holds one of the world's most extensive clothing collections and has curated many exhibitions worldwide. With an emphasis on Western women's clothing, the KCI has amassed a wide range of historical garments, underwear, shoes, and fashion accessories dating from the 18th century to the present day.
Showcasing a vast selection from the Institute's archives of skilled photographs depicting the clothing expertly displayed and arranged on custom-made mannequins, "Fashion History" is a fascinating excursion through the last three centuries of clothing trends. The KCI believes that "clothing is an essential manifestation of our very being" and their passion and dedication positively radiate from every page of this book.
