The Encyclopedia of World Dress and Fashion explores, in 760 articles and 3.6 million words, the dressed and adorned body across cultures and throughout history. Lavishly illustrated with over 2,000 images, it is essential for all students, scholars and practitioners of fashion and textiles, across disciplines.
The Encyclopedia provides:
In-depth original articles - from over 600 international experts - on countries, themes, cultural groups, and dress types
Special articles on sources and evidence for each major geographical area
'Snapshot' articles featuring illuminating examples and case studies · Invaluable bibliographies and suggestions for further reading for each article
Cross-references and an analytical cumulative index
Cross-cultural and multidisciplinary in approach, the Encyclopedia of World Dress and Fashion provides readers with an appreciation of the richness and complexity of dress around the world.
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