Fashion & society books

When, how and why do clothes become fashion? Fashion is more than mere clothing. This work explores the structures...  Read More >>

When a group of 13 middle-aged women friends decides to buy and share a $37,000 diamond necklace, they learn more...  Read More >>

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The essays in this collection explore various physical and conceptual spaces, moving from physical environments...  Read More >>

Schuman's striking collection offers an inspired photographic journey into the extraordinary style of everyday people...  Read More >>

This investigation and revelation of the true worth of a woman is brought to life through the apropos metaphor of...  Read More >>

Malin's book explores the meaning behind the treasured masks created by artisans for ritual and religious purposes,...  Read More >>

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Addresses diverse aspects of both the creativity of changing dress styles in Africa and African influence on Western...  Read More >>

Tells the multi-generational story of Vans' do-it-yourself community, which encompasses boards, bikes, art and music,...  Read More >>

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Examines the ways in which dress 'performs' in a wide range of contemporary and historical literary texts. This...  Read More >>

Globalization dramatically changed the way business is conducted in the apparel manufacturing industry. This title...  Read More >>

Examines the ways in which dress 'performs' in a wide range of contemporary and historical literary texts. This...  Read More >>

Based on analysis of fashion writing and images in contemporary French fashion magazines and newspapers, this book...  Read More >>

“A fascinating chronicle of the $55-billion-a-year global denim industry.” —David Futrelle, Los Angeles Times  Read More >>

With its unique take on fashion trends through the years, this sumptuous tribute to divas and dresses reminds us...  Read More >>

Nicholas Storey charts a quick path through male fashion in an amusing and witty investigation.' Practical Family...  Read More >>

The best new research on medieval clothing and textiles, drawing from a range of disciplines.  Read More >>

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The king of real-world chic shares his tips and award-winning flair in a colorful guidebook designed to unleash...  Read More >>

* A fascinating investigation into the relationship between people and clothes, on a human rather than design level...  Read More >>

One day a woman of average means waltzes by a jewellery shop window and spots a £20,000 diamond necklace. She can't...  Read More >>

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