clothing industry

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.

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.

"Looks at how and where clothes are made, how the people who make the clothes are treated and how the companies who sell the clothes affect the health of our planet. Armed with information, you can follow the book's guide to spending your fashion dollars in a responsible and eco-friendly way"--Provided by publisher.

Text and color illustrations explore the life and career of Levi Strauss, who founded the first company to manufacture blue jeans.

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

"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."--Provided by publisher.

Provides an overview of the history of the fashion industry; discusses employment, wages, trends, key events, leaders, and forces; profiles jobs; and offers tips for professional success.

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.

Lian belongs to a secret Hong Kong group that investigates corporate corruption. When a girl's body washes up on the beach, an American businessman seems connected.