clothing and dress

"Acting as a kind of fashion anthropologist, [Cintra] Wilson documents and decodes the sartorial sensibilities of Americans across the country. Our fashion choices, she argues, contain a riot of visual cues that tell everyone instantly who we are, where we came from, where we feel we belong, what we want, where we are going, and how we expect to be treated when we get there. With this philosophy in mind, Wilson tackles and unpacks the meaning behind the uniforms of Washington DC politicians and their wives, the costumes of Kentucky Derby spectators, the attractive draw of the cowboy hat in Wyoming, and what she terms the 'stealth wealth' of distressed clothing in Brooklyn."--Publisher's description.

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.

Describes ways to mend and care for your clothes in order to have a more sustainable wardrobe.

Throughout the ages, the idea of a "perfect" body has always existed, although what that kind of body is has changed. Today, many people still absorb these expectations of perfection and seek validation through social media and other platforms. This in turn has led to increasing instances of body shaming. This volume examines the complex issue of body image in today's society. It uses critical thinking questions, annotated quotes, and full-color photographs to illustrate the difficulties people face in appreciating and enjoying their bodies. It also provides tips for developing a more positive body image and dealing with body shaming.

Demonstrates a variety of techniques to mend damaged clothing in a sustainable manner.

"Some people's closets are full of jeans and T-shirts. Some wear traditional outfits. It all depends on your custom! Explore what people in different parts of the world wear in this fun, engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it"--Provided by publisher.

A law professor and cultural critic offers an eye-opening exploration of the laws of fashion throughout history, from the middle ages to the present day, examining the canons, mores and customs of clothing rules that we often take for granted.

Illustrations and text introduce English and German vocabulary words related to clothes.

After having fun running around the house naked and wild, young Fred decides to get dressed--in his parents' closet--with surprising results.

Simple text and illustrations introduce young readers to clothing, discussing how is affects the Earth, how it is wasted and how it can be recycled. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.