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The Visual dictionary of fashion design

Ambrose, Gavin Harris, Paul AVA Publishing (London, 2007) (eng) English 9782940373611 Unknown Unknown FASHION DESIGN-DICTIONARIES; Unknown The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design is a comprehensive guide to the numerous terms associated with, and used within, the field of fashion. Over 250 terms are explained and contextualised, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from traditional and contemporary fashion design. The dictionary covers traditional terms still in current usage, as well as modern terminology such as Tank top and Militaria. It also defines a wide variety of practical terminology, such as Appliqué, Block printing, Flax, Logo, Silhouette and Tailoring, as well as conceptual expressions including Postmodernism, Juxtaposition and Zeitgeist.
Physical dimension
288 p. 17 cm. ill.
Summary / review / table of contents

Cover --
Title page --
Copyright --
How to get the most out of this book --
Introduction --
Contents --
The Dictionary --
A --
Accessories --
Advertising --
Alpaca --
Androgynous --
Anime --
Appliqu233; --
Art Direction --
Avant-garde --
B --
Baby Doll --
Badla --
Bags --
Balaclava --
Balfour --
Bandana --
Bandeau --
Basque --
Beadwork --
Bekishe --
Bias --
Bikini --
Binding --
Block --
Block Printing --
Blouse --
Bodice --
Bohemian --
Bondage --
Bonding --
Boning --
Bonnet --
Bootleg --
Boots --
Boutique --
Brand --
Bra --
Bra Sizes --
Breeches --
Bridal --
Brocade --
Broderie Anglaise --
Burlesque --
Burqa --
Button --
C --
Calico --
Camisole --
Capri Pants --
Cardigan --
Catwalk --
Chemise --
Chic --
Coat --
Cocktail Dress --
Collar --
Collection --
Colour Wheel --
Colour Wheel Selections --
Concept --
Contrast --
Corsage --
Corset --
Costume --
Cravat --
Crinoline --
Crochet --
Cuffs --
Cummerbund --
Cyber --
D --
Damask --
Dandy --
Darts --
Deconstruction --
Deerstalker --
Denim --
Distressed --
Double-tee Top --
Drainpipe --
Draping --
Dress --
Duffel --
Dummy --
Dye --
E --
Edwardian --
Elastic --
Elizabethan --
Embroidery --
Ensemble --
Epaulette --
Eroticism --
Eveningwear --
F --
Fabric --
Fashion Cycle --
Fastenings --
Fedora --
Fetish --
Fez --
Flapper --
Flax --
Floral --
Footwear Composition --
Fragrance --
G --
Garment --
Garter --
Gauntlets --
Geisha --
Geometric --
Gingham --
Glam --
Grading --
Grain --
H --
Halter-neck --
Hats --
Haute Couture --
Heels --
Helmet --
Hem --
Hippy --
Hosiery --
Houndstooth --
I --
Illustration --
Industrial Revolution --
Inspiration --
Invites --
J --
Jacket --
Jacquard Weaving --
Jewellery --
Jodhpurs --
Juxtaposition --
K --
Kilt --
Kimono --
Kitsch --
Knitting --
L --
La Gazette du Bon Ton --
Lapel --
Leather --
Line --
Lingerie --
Logo --
Look Book --
M --
Macintosh --
Magazine --
Man-made Fibres --
Mannequin --
Mao Suits --
Mary Jane --
Measurements (men) --
Measurements (women) --
Media --
Micro-skirt --
Militaria --
Millinery --
Minimalism --
Mini/Maxi --
Mod --
Model --
Mohair --
Monochromatic --
N --
Nape --
Natural Fibres --
Neck --
Nudity --
Nylon --
P --
Panama --
Pasties --
Patch --
Pattern (fabric) --
Pattern (paper) --
Peacock Revolution --
Peek-a-boo --
Petticoat --
Photography --
Piercing --
Pile --
Pinafore --
Pinking Shears --
Placket --
Plaid --
Pleats --
Pockets --
Poncho --
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