Clothing

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You are what you wear

2002
Photographs and text examine the wearing and making of clothes across time, places, and cultures, focusing on clothing that makes a statement. Includes an activity, a time line of teen fashion, an interview with an artist, and a glossary.

Underwear

2002
Photographs and text examine the wearing and making of clothes across time, places, and cultures, focusing on articles of underwear. Includes an activity, a time line of women's undies, an interview with a corsetiere, and a glossary.

Protective clothing

2002
Photographs and text examine the wearing and making of clothes across time, places, and cultures, focusing on protective clothing, such as armor, raincoats, and fire fighting gear. Includes an activity, a time line of women's swimwear, an interview with a swimwear factory supervisor, and a glossary.

Hats, gloves and footwear

2002
Photographs and text examine the wearing and making of clothes across time, places, and cultures, focusing on hats, gloves, and footwear. Includes an activity, a time line of shoes, an interview with a milliner, and a glossary.

Dressing up

2002
Photographs and text examine the wearing and making of clothes across time, places, and cultures, focusing on fashion and costume. Includes an activity, a time line of Chinese women's fashion, an interview with a film and theater designer, and a glossary.

Accessories and adornment

2002
Photographs and text examine the wearing and making of clothes across time, places, and cultures, focusing on accessories and adornment. Includes an activity, a time line of man's hairstyles, an interview with a jeweler, and a glossary.
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