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Stylepedia: A Visual Directory of Fashion Styles
Hardcover
Fashion & AccessoriesGeneral DesignSelf-Help
Publisher Price: $39.99
ISBN13: 9789881354792
Publisher: Fashionary
Published: Nov 20 2023
Pages: 224
Weight: 1.40
Height: 1.10 Width: 5.70 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
STYLEPEDIA: A visual dictionary of fashion styles
Stylepedia is an encyclopedia of styles and subcultures of the past 100 years. Delve into stories of origins, cultures, and fashion elements of each style. To make this extensive information easily comprehensible, the book breaks down content into visual components, featuring over 1200 illustrations that vividly capture the essence of each style.
This comprehensive guide uncovers global styles, exploring their origins, distinctive features, and the cultural and historical contexts that have shaped them. From historical trends to contemporary fashion phenomena, STYLEPEDIA serves as an essential resource for understanding the core of various styles. It provides not only knowledge but also inspiration, making it indispensable for anyone keen on fashion and cultural studies.
The book addresses key trends that have defined global fashion, spanning from the 1920s Flappers and the New Look, to the Ivy League style, Hip Hop culture, and the Y2K era. It offers a thorough understanding of fashion evolution over the last hundred years, giving readers a panoramic view of how fashion has transformed and adapted through decades.
In addition to mainstream trends, STYLEPEDIA shines a light on lesser-known subcultures that have significantly influenced the fashion landscape. It brings to the forefront styles from groups such as Pachuchos, Beatniks, Bogans, Takenoku Zoku, Sapeurs, and Riot Grrrls, revealing the hidden influencers and their impact on the world of style.
The book goes beyond mere aesthetics to examine how style and fashion are intertwined with social, political, and economic contexts. It explores iconic styles, their origins, and their characteristics, tracing how they connect to broader cultural narratives. This in-depth examination highlights the dynamic relationship between fashion and the world at large, illustrating how significant global events and local neighborhood vibes are reflected in and influenced by style.
STYLEPEDIA emphasizes that style extends beyond visual appeal; it encapsulates the deliberate choices individuals make to express themselves. The book aims to enrich readers' understanding by providing key events related to these styles, offering a deeper appreciation of their significance.
Style and fashion are both products of their time and catalysts for change. This book delves into the realm of style and fashion, examining how they shape and are shaped by the social, political and economic contexts in which they exist. It explores iconic styles and their origins and characteristics, tracing the threads that connect them to wider cultural narratives. This is not just a story about style and fashion, but a celebration of the many ways in which we express ourselves and make our mark on the world.
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