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The Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion: A Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Fashion History and Culture

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The Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion is the most comprehensive encyclopedia of fashion history and culture ever published. It contains over 5,000 entries on designers, brands, materials, techniques, and styles from all over the world and throughout history.

The Fairchild Books Dictionary of Fashion

by William Manchester

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	21940 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	213 pages

The dictionary is the definitive resource for anyone who wants to learn more about fashion. It is essential reading for students of fashion design, fashion history, and fashion merchandising. It is also a valuable reference for fashion professionals, journalists, and anyone else who is interested in the world of fashion.

What's inside the Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion?

The Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion is divided into four main sections:

Designers and Brands: This section includes biographies of over 1,000 fashion designers and profiles of over 500 fashion brands.
Materials and Techniques: This section covers over 200 different types of fabrics, trims, and other materials used in fashion design. It also explains over 100 different fashion construction techniques.
Styles and Trends: This section covers over 500 different fashion styles and trends, from the ancient world to the present day.
Culture and Society: This section explores the relationship between fashion and culture, including the role of fashion in politics, economics, and social movements.

The dictionary also includes a number of helpful appendices, including a glossary of fashion terms, a timeline of fashion history, and a list of fashion museums and resources.

How to use the Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion

The Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion is a user-friendly resource. It is organized alphabetically, so you can easily find the information you are looking for. The entries are also cross-referenced, so you can easily find related information.

The dictionary is also illustrated with over 1,000 images, including photographs, drawings, and diagrams. These images help to bring the entries to life and make the dictionary even more informative.

The Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion is the most comprehensive encyclopedia of fashion history and culture ever published. It is an essential resource for anyone who wants to learn more about fashion. Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply a fashion enthusiast, the Fairchild Dictionary of Fashion is the perfect resource for you.

The Fairchild Books Dictionary of Fashion

by William Manchester

4.6 out of 5