Fashion Plates

Here is a look at some typical and some extraordinary clothing of mid-century. Whether by well-known or unrecognized designers, all are well-designed and well-constructed. Each of the nearly 500 photographs was taken outdoors against a landscape showing the season. With close-ups of fabrics and labels, detailed captions, a fashion timeline with historic context, and a value guide, this book will be an exciting addition to any library and a must for anyone interested in great fashion design and/or the period.[AuthorName]Constance Korosec[/AuthorName][AuthorBio]Both Leslie Piña, Ph.D., and Constance Korosec are well-known authorities on fashion and textiles, co-authoring numerous books on twentieth-century decorative arts and design, including **Fashion Plates: 1950-1970, Fashion Fabrics: 1960s, Synthetic '70s: Fabric of the Decade**, and **Beads in Fashion 1900-2000**. Dr. Pi€a and Ms. Korosec work as professors at Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, Ohio.[/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]476 color photos[/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][/CoAuthor][SubTitle]1950-1970[/SubTitle][ColorPattern]476 color photos[/ColorPattern]