women's clothing

Depicts fifty elements of fashion and personal style that defined women and made feminist political and cultural statements. Illustrations accompany essays discussing pieces such as, the bikini, Ruth Bader Ginsburg's dissent collar, and the female afro.

"Ammi weaves the most beautiful saris but never gets to wear any of them. Her two little daughters decide to do something about it--break their piggy bank! But when there isn't enough money to buy Ammi a sari, the two girls must work together to find a solution. Will they be able to buy Ammi the gift she so deserves? . . . This story brings readers into the home of a weaver's family in Kaithoon, India, where the creation of saris is an art form. The book includes a glossary of Indian terms and a note about the saris made in this region"--.

From the glitz and glamour of the Roaring Twenties came a fashion revolution. The 1920s is a decade synonymous with social change, reflected in its groundbreaking fashions: from the daring elegance of the 'New Woman' to never-before-seen silhouettes, the styles of the Roaring Twenties still capture the imagination a century later. . . this extensive sourcebook documents the season-by-season fashions of the Jazz Age. Follow the evolving fashion trends and uncover a fascinating analysis of the progression from haute couture to ready-to-wear in this essential handbook for all fashion historians, students and vintage enthusiasts . . . this volume also contains an authoritative introduction by fashion historian Emmanuelle Dirix, as well as the biographies of the key designers and fashion houses of the period"--Provided by publisher.

"[Presents a guide on ] how to rework, reconstruct and embellish well-worn clothes and vintage finds into sustainable, fashion-forward pieces"--Amazon.

A step-by-step guide for sewing clothing, showing how to make each garment and customize old favorites, and includes a guide to fabrics, classic patterns to copy or download for skirts, dresses, tops, pants, tops, and jackets in sizes 2-20, and techniques, tools and equipment.

". . . explores fashion as an art form that combines technology, artistry, and imagination"--Adapted from back cover.

A fashion psychologist helps readers discover their unique style stories, become smart shoppers, use color, match mood to clothing choices, and embrace new and different beauty standards.

"Presents a style guide for plus-size women who want to dress fashionably, covering such topics as foundation garments, hair styles, and makeup tips"--Provided by publisher.

Offers an approach for dressing for success, explaining how to select the proper undergarments, choose accessories, and develop a work and leisure wardrobe that communicates confidence and personal style.

A practical illustrated guide to techniques, tools and troubleshooting from a couture dressmaker. It features scores of step-by-step sequences showing every kind of technique, from using and adapting paper patterns, to couture-inspired seaming techniques that will take garment-making skills to a new level.