Nineteenth-Century Fashion in Detail

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This sumptuously illustrated book reveals the decorative seams, refined stitching, voluptuous drapery, strict corseting and slashing and stamping that make up some of the garments in the V&A's superlative 19th-century fashion collection. With an authoritative text, exquisite colour photography of garment details and line drawings showing the complete construction of each piece, it gives the reader a unique opportunity to examine historical clothing that is often too fragile to be on display. show more It is an inspirational resource for students, collectors, designers and anyone who is fascinated by fashion and clothing. show less

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p.d.r.lindsay 90 reviews

Brilliant help for the details of 19thC clothes. If you want to see tucks and ruffles, gloves and socks in detail this is the book. It's a V&A so the pictures and the information are top of the drawer!

Wonderful source for costume designers and writers.

Aug 29, 2014

isiswardrobe 461 reviews

Another "must-have" for those insterested in historical fashion. Gorgeous close-ups of details makes you salivate.

Mar 20, 2006

elementalchick1 2 reviews

This is fantastic book for the dedicated student of costumes or fashion history. The photographs of actual garments are beautiful and very useful.

Mar 25, 2008

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“Nineteenth-Century Fashion in Detail” offers an incredible look at the intricate seams, corseting, and garment construction of the 1800s, letting you explore historical clothing in depth. If you enjoy detailed presentation and expert guidance, Rhythm customer service https://www.pissedconsumer.com/company/rhythm/customer-service.html can similarly help you explore their clothing range, answer questions about orders, and provide a smooth online shopping experience with clear support through their website and emails.

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