WWD: 100 Years, 100 Designers tells the story of fashion over the last century through the lens of Women's Wear Daily, and celebrates 100 designers who have had a powerful impact on what we wear and how we live. Rich with the work of acclaimed photographers and artists, WWD: 100 Years, 100 Designers not only visually chronicles 100 designers who influenced fashion during the first 100 years of Women's Wear Daily, but also is a testament to the perspective and revolution of one of the most respected publications in the industry. View

Survey of Historic Costume, 5th Edition, which now includes a free student Study Guide, presents a thorough overview of Western dress from the ancient world to the trends of today. Each chapter presents social, cross-cultural, environmental, geographic, and artistic influences on clothing. With visuals, illustrated tables, and in-depth discussions, readers come to recognize recurring themes and concepts and understand the role of dress from a diverse, global perspective. This book is perfect for students, instructors, fashion industry professionals, and anyone interested in historic costume, fashion, art, and design. View

Students of fashion design are eager to explore the history of their chosen field as well as keep up with new and emerging designers. Who's Who in Fashion captures the energy, drama, and excitement of the luminaries who make up the world of fashion. Profiles include design philosophies, mentors, and sources of inspiration, tracing the careers of many of the men and women who have contributed to fashion. Not only are today's major figures and legendary designers of the past profiled, but lesser-known people and newcomers worth watching are as well. Also included are a sampling of interesting nonconformists' free spirits who prefer to work off the main fashion path. The picture would not be complete without the style-makers, those with an instinct and an eye for fashion, who interpret it for the public: the editors, photographers, artists, fashion writers, and promoters. View

The most important lesson to learn about fashion is that it constantly repeats, always in a different way or manner, but it does repeat. This profusely illustrated book explains in simple ordinary language what fashion is all about, while providing a basic understanding of the great world of apparel--its motivation, how it functions, where fashion comes from and where it goes. Chapters skim through fashion history--Ancient Civilizations, the Dark Ages, the Renaissance, the Twentieth Century. Also looks at French and American Fashion Stars. Examines all the whys and wherefores of how clothing has evolved, and where it is heading. View

Since the publication of its first edition in 1910, Women's Wear Daily has long been considered the bible of fashion. From 1960 to 1991, illustration was prominently featured in this daily report. Fairchild's staff of illustrators was able to capture the spirit of the moment—be it glamour, the space age, naiveté, or exotica. The illustrations were not necessarily meant to sell the fashion, but rather to comment on it and predict consumer reaction. WWD Illustrated: 1960s-1990s is a comprehensive volume that celebrates the Fairchild artists' contribution to fashion. View

The 20th Century was a fast-paced race into modernization—but how did it affect what we wear? From revolutionary politics to the new machine age, from war and depression to growth and prosperity, 20th-Century Dress in the United States shows how fashion goes hand-inhand with history. The authors examine American dress from 1898 to 2004 and find innovation at every turn. Diversity and complexity are key: far from the fashion stereotypes embodied by popular ideas of "the Twenties" or "the Sixties"—periods noted for their youthful upheaval and influence— we see how every era has its conformists and rebels, from the Arrow Collar Man and the Gibson Girl to flappers, bell-bottom-clad hippies, and Jackie Kennedy. Each chapter explores the social, cultural, economic, artistic, and technological themes that shape fashion in both festive and everyday clothing. Changes in retailing and manufacturing are also examined, from the sweatshops of yesterday to the Internet shopping of today. From high fashion to low, glitz to grunge, this vivid and comprehensive book explains what we wear on our backs—and why. View