Fashion - A History from the 18th to the 20th Century

Posted May 22, 2008 at 19:34 CEST in Books and Fashion.

Fashion - A History from the 18th to the 20th Century is a catalogue of the collection of the Kyoto Costume Institute, published by Taschen. The collection ranges from the 18th to the 20th century, and it’s divided into two big volumes. This is just one of the best costume history books ever, at least if you go by the pictures. The 18th century section is great with tons of beautiful photos of 18th century clothes, and some basic information as well.

This might not be the best choice if you want advanced in depth information, or instructions on how to make things, but the point of these books is the amazing and plentiful photos of absolutely gorgeous clothes. Definitely one of my favourite books.

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3 comments on “Fashion - A History from the 18th to the 20th Century”

Pearly, iluvpoto.livejournal.com

I have seen these tow awesome books at one of the book shops here, but WHOA! they are so expensive, I might haft to splurge and get myself one of the at least!

& I love your site! I’ve bookmarked it back in January and I’m always coming here for up-dates ;D

May 25, 2008 at 13:13 CEST

Johanna, johannaost.com

Thank you! I’m glad you like it :D

I ordered my books directly from Taschen, and that wasn’t very expensive. I remember looking in other places first though where they were much more expensive.