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The Fairchild Books Dictionary of Fashion
The Fairchild Books Dictionary of Fashion
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Description
Dictionary of Fashion, 4th Edition builds on the success of previous editions with over 15,000 entries, including apparel, accessories, and their components, historical and textiles terms that relate to contemporary fashion and the language of the fashion industry. Tortora and Keiser organize terms over fifty broad categories that are fully cross-referenced to the alphabetical listing to promote understanding of related terminology. Lavishly illustrated with over 800 illustrations capturing the styles and details of fashion, this reference work is a must have for students, designers, fashion merchandisers, historians, and fashion enthusiasts.
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Product details

Published | Dec 05 2013 |
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Format | Paperback |
Edition | 4th |
Extent | 488 |
ISBN | 9781609014896 |
Imprint | Fairchild Books |
Illustrations | 809 bw illus |
Dimensions | 255 x 205 mm |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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Reviews
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[A] must have for anyone looking to expand their vocabulary in the field of fashion.
BecomeGorgeous.com
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Overall the dictionary is a valuable resource of reference for fashion students, designers, historians, and those with an enthusiasm for fashion.
Sarah Jane Kenyon, Costume