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Denim: An American Story
Door David Little
Categorie | Mode, Kostuums & Verzorging |
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Boeknummer | #347073-KK33 |
Titel | Denim: An American Story |
Auteur | Little, David |
Boektype | Paperback |
Uitgeverij | Atglen, PA : Schiffer Publishing |
Jaar van uitgave | 2007 |
ISBN10 | 0764326864 |
ISBN13 | 9780764326868 |
Taal | Engels |
Beschrijving | Paperback, illustrated with numerous (full page) colour photographs, 4to. |
Samenvatting | In a country that has always prided itself on its toughness, individuality, and youthful spirit, we share one common thread, woven through time and unchanged in popularity -- durable cotton denim jeans. Journey through the history of jeans, from their invention during the Gold Rush through the turbulent eras that preceded the 21st Century. Watch as denim slacks help Americans define themselves, whether that definition is strong, unpretentious, pretentious, informal, comfortable, classless, haute couture, hard-working, or reliable. Also, revisit the craze for vintage blue jeans, when faded and worn fueled a frenzy of global buying. Artful photography of denim as seen on bodies, in retail stores, and in the flea markets of America, add to the thoughtful essays, making this a iconic book ce... (Lees verder)rtain to be treasured in fashion circles for decades. |
Pagina's | 144 |
Conditie | Goed — Wrinkle top front cover. |
Prijs | € 12,50 |
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