- Editorial:
- TASCHEN
- Año de edición:
- 2012
- Materia
- Moda
- ISBN:
- 978-3-8365-3604-2
- Páginas:
- 351
FASHION. A FASHION HISTORY OF THE 20TH CENTURY
A FASHION HISTORY OF THE 20TH CENTURY; THE COLLECTION OF THE KYOTO COSTUME INSTITUTE
TASCHEN
u003cpu003eu003cbu003eA fashion history of the 20th centuryu003c/bu003eu003cbru003e u003c/pu003eA 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 u003cbu003eKyoto Costume Institute u003c/bu003erecognizes 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 20th century historical garments, underwear, shoes, and fashion accessories.u003cbru003eu003cbru003e Showcasing a vast selection from the Institute's archives of skilled photographs depicting the clothing expertly displayed and arranged on custom-made mannequins,u003ciu003e Fashion u003c/iu003eis a fascinating excursion through a century 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.
