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Loading... Tim Gunn's Fashion Bible (original 2012; edition 2012)by Tim Gunn (Author), Ada Calhoun (Author)
Work InformationTim Gunn's Fashion Bible: The Fascinating History of Everything in Your Closet by Tim Gunn (2012)
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. For anyone who is interested in fashion history, but doesn't want to delve into the weighty and academic tomes that chronicle fashion history through the ages, this book is the perfect starter course. Gunn's patent sarcasm-lite and extensive knowledge of American fashion (and fashion trivia from all over) is put to good use in this book which educates and entertains all in one. I especially like the worksheet that is included as an appendix, because it's highly useful to everyone who has a messy and unfulfiling wardrobe - and who doesn't know where to start improving it. ( ) I read this book in bits and pieces over a period of time that worked out well since each chapter covered a different piece of clothing. Nothing was gone into huge detail but there were numerous footnotes and several other books were mentioned that would cover a certain article of clothing in much greater detail. Bits of fashion advice were sprinkled throughout the book and neat tidbits of history as well. A good gift book for someone fashion forward to see the roots of what they love so much. no reviews | add a review
"From a bestselling fashion guru--a fascinating, meticulously researched history of Western fashion covering every topic from the history of the high heel to the origin of blue jeans.America's favorite fashion expert, New York Times bestselling author, beloved mentor on Project Runway, and a frequent guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Dr. Oz, The Biggest Loser, and others--Tim Gunn is also the chief creative officer of Liz Claiborne and a former faculty member and chair of fashion design at Parsons' New School for Design. Now he pours this undeniably impressive fashion knowledge into this category-killing tome, Tim Gunn's Fashion Bible. From togas to Crocs, beloved fashion guru Tim Gunn presents the fascinating and exhaustive history of every item of clothing and accessory ever worn. In his new, authoritative, witty Fashion Bible, he traces the origins of everything in your closet from its earliest incarnation to the present day, covering everything from the cultural history of the garment to current fads. From suits to sportswear, Gunn recounts the contributions made by revolutionary designers and surveys Western fashion, educating, enlightening, and entertaining us all! Marked by Tim's personable tone, this comprehensive volume not only informs, but reminds us that fashion is ultimately about innovation and fun!"-- No library descriptions found. |
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