clothing trade

Chronicles the events surrounding the fire at the Triangle shirtwaist factory which broke out on March 25, 1911, killing more than one hundred factory workers who were trapped after the fire broke out, and discusses how the fire changed the work force in America.

Briefly introduces the life of Levi Strauss, a Bavarian Jew who immigrated to the United States in 1847 and became a very successful businessman and philanthropist after inventing blue jeans.

Examines entrepreneurship in the urban fashion industry.

Fascinating facts, fun pictures, and easy-to-read sidebars highlight informative text about some of the most interesting jobs that take place behind the scenes in the fashion industry. Readers will get a glimpse at what it takes to make it as a retail buyer, stylist, fashion writer, and more and find outwhat goes on behind the glamour.

Introduces STEM careers in the fashion and beauty industries, including chemist, merchandiser and web developer, as well as educational requirements and what each job entails.

"An overview of the fashion industry, providing information on brands, trends, and fashion shows."-from Follett.

Explores careers in the field of fashion, discussing how to get started and what skills are needed.

Any reader who has ever considered a career in fashion will find this guide to be an invaluable resource.

Explores how art and fashion were linked in the early twentieth century, revealing a logic of fashion based on the tension between originality and reproduction that influenced the art historical issues of the period.

Women have made a difference in every field imaginable, and they continue to do so today. Women's Lives in History introduces readers to dozens of these remarkable people. Women in Fashion features groundbreaking designers, models, milliners, style makers, and many other fashion-forward figures. Compelling text and vivid photographs bring these women to life. Features include essential facts, a timeline, a glossary, additional resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.