ABSTRACT
Taking a global, multicultural, social, and economic perspective, this work explores the diverse and colourful history of human attire. From prehistoric times to the age of globalization, articles cover the evolution of clothing utility, style, production, and commerce, including accessories (shoes, hats, gloves, handbags, and jewellery) for men, women, and children.
Dress for different climates, occupations, recreational activities, religious observances, rites of passages, and other human needs and purposes - from hunting and warfare to sports and space exploration - are examined in depth and detail. Fashion and design trends in diverse historical periods, regions and countries, and social and ethnic groups constitute a major area of coverage, as does the evolution of materials (from animal fur to textiles to synthetic fabrics) and production methods (from sewing and weaving to industrial manufacturing and computer-aided design). Dress as a reflection of social status, intellectual and artistic trends, economic conditions, cultural exchange, and modern media marketing are recurring themes. Influential figures and institutions in fashion design, industry and manufacturing, retail sales, production technologies, and related fields are also covered.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part |652 pages
A–Z Entries
letter |46 pages
A
entry |3 pages
Academic Garb
entry |3 pages
Accessories
entry |5 pages
Advertising
entry |3 pages
African American Clothing and Fashion
entry |5 pages
African Clothing, Northern
entry |5 pages
African Clothing, Sub-Saharan
entry |3 pages
American Western Clothing
entry |4 pages
Amerindian Clothing, Pre-Columbian
entry |5 pages
Amerindian Clothing, Post-Contact
entry |3 pages
Amulets
entry |3 pages
Appliqué
entry |2 pages
Aprons
entry |3 pages
Arctic Attire
entry |2 pages
Armani, Giorgio (1934–)
entry |4 pages
Armor
entry |3 pages
Art and Media, Fashion
entry |3 pages
Art Nouveau and Art Deco Fashion
entry |2 pages
Athletic Shoes
entry |2 pages
Avedon, Richard (1923–2004)
letter |54 pages
B
entry |4 pages
Baby Clothes
entry |2 pages
Badges and Insignias
entry |3 pages
Balenciaga, Cristóbal (1895–1972)
entry |2 pages
Balmain, Pierre (1914–1982)
entry |2 pages
Batiking
entry |2 pages
Beads and Beading
entry |3 pages
Beaton, Cecil (1904–1980)
entry |2 pages
Beene, Geoffrey (1925–2004)
entry |2 pages
Belle Époque Fashion
entry |3 pages
Belts and Suspenders
entry |2 pages
Blankets
entry |2 pages
Blass, Bill (1922–2002)
entry |3 pages
Bloomer, Amelia (1818–1894)
entry |3 pages
Bodices
entry |2 pages
Body Painting
entry |3 pages
Body Piercing
entry |2 pages
Bohemian Style and Fashion
entry |2 pages
Bond Clothing Stores
entry |5 pages
Boots
entry |2 pages
Boutiques
entry |3 pages
Brassieres
entry |2 pages
Breechcloths
entry |5 pages
British Clothing and Fashion
entry |2 pages
Brummell, Beau (1778–1840)
entry |2 pages
Burberry, Thomas (1835–1926)
entry |4 pages
Burial Garb
entry |5 pages
Burka
entry |4 pages
Business Attire
entry |2 pages
Byzantine Clothing
letter |77 pages
C
entry |2 pages
Calico
entry |3 pages
Canes and Swagger Sticks
entry |2 pages
Cardin, Pierre (1922–)
entry |1 pages
Carnival Costumes
entry |2 pages
Cassini, Oleg (1913–2006)
entry |2 pages
Catalogs, Clothing and Fashion
entry |5 pages
Central American, Mexican, and Caribbean Clothing
entry |3 pages
Chanel, Coco (1883–1971)
entry |3 pages
Children's Clothing, Boys
entry |4 pages
Children's Clothing, Girls
entry |3 pages
Chinese Clothing
entry |4 pages
Circus Costumes
entry |2 pages
Claiborne, Liz (1929–2007)
entry |3 pages
Clan Attire
entry |4 pages
Cloaks and Capes
entry |4 pages
Club and Organizational Attire
entry |4 pages
Coats and Jackets
entry |4 pages
Cobblery
entry |4 pages
Collars
entry |4 pages
Color Trends
entry |4 pages
Coming-of-Age Attire
entry |3 pages
Corsets and Girdles
entry |6 pages
Cosmetics
entry |4 pages
Costume Design, Film
entry |3 pages
Costume Design, Theater
entry |2 pages
Costume Parties
entry |5 pages
Cotton and Cotton Products
entry |3 pages
Cotton Trade
entry |3 pages
Courtship Attire
entry |2 pages
Couturiers
entry |3 pages
Cross-Dressing
entry |4 pages
Crowns and Tiaras
entry |3 pages
Customs, Lore, and Myth
letter |25 pages
D
entry |4 pages
Dance Costumes
entry |2 pages
de la Renta, Oscar (1932–)
entry |2 pages
Denim and Jeans
entry |4 pages
Department Stores
entry |1 pages
Design
entry |2 pages
Dior, Christian (1905–1957)
entry |3 pages
Disguise and Spy Wear
entry |3 pages
Divinities
entry |2 pages
Dolls, Fashion
entry |3 pages
Dress Codes and Conventions
entry |2 pages
Dress Reform
entry |3 pages
Dresses and Dressmaking
entry |2 pages
Dry Cleaning
entry |4 pages
Dyeing
letter |30 pages
E
entry |4 pages
Eastern European Clothing
entry |3 pages
Eco-fashion
entry |2 pages
Education, Fashion
entry |3 pages
Edwardian Styles and Fashions
entry |4 pages
Elderly, Clothing for the
entry |3 pages
Elizabethan Styles and Fashions
entry |2 pages
Elle
entry |4 pages
Embroidery
entry |3 pages
Equestrian Attire
entry |3 pages
Erté (1892–1990)
entry |1 pages
Esquire
entry |4 pages
Ethnic and National Dress
entry |2 pages
Eton Style
entry |3 pages
Eyeglasses
letter |34 pages
F
entry |3 pages
Fans, Hand
entry |3 pages
Farming Attire
entry |3 pages
Fashion Design
entry |1 pages
Fashion Photography
entry |3 pages
Fashion Plates
entry |3 pages
Fasteners
entry |4 pages
Feathers
entry |2 pages
Felt
entry |3 pages
Feminist Styles and Fashions
entry |3 pages
Fibers, Natural
entry |4 pages
Fibers, Synthetic
entry |3 pages
Flowers
entry |2 pages
Formal Attire, Female
entry |3 pages
Formal Attire, Male
entry |4 pages
French Clothing and Fashion
entry |4 pages
Fur
letter |17 pages
G
entry |2 pages
Gap
entry |2 pages
Gendered Dressing
entry |3 pages
Gimbel Brothers
entry |2 pages
Givenchy, Hubert de (1927–)
entry |2 pages
Glamour
entry |3 pages
Globalization
entry |3 pages
Gloves
entry |3 pages
Godey's Lady's Book
entry |2 pages
GQ
entry |3 pages
Greek Clothing, Ancient
entry |2 pages
Gucci, Guccio (1881–1953)
letter |35 pages
H
entry |2 pages
Haberdashers
entry |4 pages
Hairdressing
entry |2 pages
Halloween Costumes
entry |2 pages
Halston, Roy (1932–1990)
entry |3 pages
Handbags
entry |3 pages
Handkerchiefs
entry |2 pages
Harper's Bazaar
entry |2 pages
Hats, Men's
entry |2 pages
Hats, Women's
entry |2 pages
Haute Couture
entry |3 pages
Head, Edith (1897–1981)
entry |2 pages
Headdress, Formal
entry |2 pages
Headdress, Functional
entry |3 pages
Helmets, Military
entry |3 pages
Hides
entry |2 pages
Hippie and Mod Fashion
entry |3 pages
Holiday Costumes
entry |3 pages
Hosiery, Men's
entry |3 pages
Hosiery, Women's
entry |4 pages
Hunting and Fishing Attire
letter |5 pages
I
entry |3 pages
Indian and Pakistani Clothing
entry |2 pages
Ironing
entry |2 pages
Italian Clothing and Fashion
letter |10 pages
J
entry |2 pages
Jacquard, Joseph Marie (1752–1834)
entry |3 pages
Japanese Clothing and Fashion
entry |3 pages
Jewels and Jewelry
entry |3 pages
Jewish Religious Attire
entry |2 pages
Jones, Robert Edmond (1887–1954)
letter |11 pages
K
entry |2 pages
Klein, Calvin (1942–)
entry |3 pages
Knitting and Crocheting
entry |3 pages
Knitwear
entry |1 pages
Knockoff Fashions
entry |4 pages
Korean Clothing and Fashion
letter |33 pages
L
entry |2 pages
L.L. Bean
entry |2 pages
Labels
entry |3 pages
Lace and Tatting
entry |3 pages
Lacing
entry |2 pages
Lanvin, Jeanne (1867–1946)
entry |4 pages
Latino Styles and Fashions
entry |3 pages
Laundry
entry |2 pages
Lauren, Ralph (1939–)
entry |4 pages
Leather and Suede
entry |3 pages
Legal and Judicial Attire
entry |3 pages
Leisure Wear
entry |3 pages
Linen
entry |3 pages
Lingerie
entry |3 pages
Livery and Heraldry
entry |2 pages
Logging Attire
entry |4 pages
Looms
entry |3 pages
Lord & Taylor
letter |35 pages
M
entry |2 pages
Macy's
entry |2 pages
Mail Order
entry |3 pages
Mardi Gras and Carnival Costumes
entry |2 pages
Marks – Spencer
entry |3 pages
Masks and Masking
entry |3 pages
Maternity Clothes
entry |3 pages
Medical Attire
entry |4 pages
Medieval European Clothing
entry |2 pages
Merchandising
entry |3 pages
Mesopotamian Clothing
entry |2 pages
Microfiber
entry |3 pages
Middle Eastern Clothing
entry |3 pages
Mining Attire and Protective Gear
entry |2 pages
Miyake, Issey (1938–)
entry |4 pages
Models and Modeling
entry |2 pages
Monogramming
entry |2 pages
Motley
entry |4 pages
Mourning Attire
entry |3 pages
Museums, Clothing and Textile
entry |2 pages
Muslim Religious Attire
letter |13 pages
N
entry |3 pages
Nail Art
entry |2 pages
Napoleonic Styles and Fashions
entry |3 pages
Needle and Thread
entry |2 pages
Noble, Princely, and Chivalric Attire
entry |3 pages
Nudity and Nudism
entry |4 pages
Nylon
letter |2 pages
O
entry |2 pages
Orientalism
letter |34 pages
P
entry |3 pages
Pacific Island Clothing
entry |4 pages
Padding
entry |3 pages
Pageantry
entry |3 pages
Patchwork
entry |2 pages
Patterns
entry |3 pages
Persian/Iranian Clothing
entry |4 pages
Petticoats
entry |3 pages
Photography, Fashion
entry |2 pages
Pin-Up Girls
entry |3 pages
Pockets
entry |3 pages
Polyester
entry |2 pages
Prehistoric Clothing
entry |3 pages
Priestly Attire
entry |3 pages
Printing, Textile
entry |4 pages
Prison Attire
entry |3 pages
Protective and Orthotic Clothing
entry |2 pages
Pucci, Emilio (1914–1992)
letter |2 pages
Q
entry |2 pages
Quant, Mary (1934–)
letter |26 pages
R
entry |2 pages
Rainwear
entry |3 pages
Rationing
entry |3 pages
Rayon
entry |3 pages
Ready-to-Wear
entry |2 pages
Retail Trade
entry |4 pages
Ribbons and Embellishments
entry |3 pages
Ritual Garments
entry |2 pages
Roaring Twenties Styles and Fashions
entry |3 pages
Robes
entry |3 pages
Roman Clothing, Ancient
entry |3 pages
Royal Attire
entry |5 pages
Russian Clothing and Fashion
letter |70 pages
S
entry |2 pages
Saint Laurent, Yves (1936–2008)
entry |3 pages
Satin
entry |2 pages
Schiaparelli, Elsa (1890–1973)
entry |2 pages
School Attire
entry |2 pages
Seventeen
entry |3 pages
Sewing Machines
entry |3 pages
Shell Ornaments
entry |3 pages
Shirts and Blouses
entry |5 pages
Shoes, Men's
entry |4 pages
Shoes, Women's
entry |3 pages
Silk and Sericulture
entry |3 pages
Silk Trade
entry |3 pages
Skirts
entry |3 pages
Sleepwear
entry |4 pages
Sleeves and Cuffs
entry |3 pages
Slippers
entry |4 pages
Social Status
entry |1 pages
Socks
entry |3 pages
South American Clothing
entry |3 pages
Southeast Asian Clothing
entry |3 pages
Space Suits
entry |2 pages
Spandex
entry |3 pages
Spanish and Portuguese Clothing
entry |3 pages
Spinning, Textile
entry |2 pages
Sports Attire, Competitive
entry |2 pages
Sports Attire, Recreational
entry |3 pages
Standard Sizing
entry |1 pages
Stockings
entry |3 pages
Storage, Clothing
entry |2 pages
Strauss, Levi (1829–1902)
entry |5 pages
Sumptuary Laws
entry |4 pages
Sweaters
entry |3 pages
Sweatshops
entry |3 pages
Swimwear
entry |4 pages
Symbolic Colors, Patterns, and Motifs
letter |24 pages
T
entry |2 pages
T-Shirts
entry |3 pages
Tailoring
entry |3 pages
Teen Trends
entry |5 pages
Textile Manufacturing
entry |3 pages
Textile Trade
entry |3 pages
Tie-Dye
entry |2 pages
Ties and Cravats
entry |2 pages
Town & Country
entry |3 pages
Travel Attire
entry |3 pages
Trousers
entry |2 pages
Tunics and Togas
entry |1 pages
Twiggy (1949–)
letter |14 pages
U
entry |2 pages
Umbrellas and Parasols
entry |2 pages
Undergarments
entry |1 pages
Ungaro, Emanuel (1933–)
entry |3 pages
Uniforms, Law Enforcement
entry |3 pages
Uniforms, Military
entry |2 pages
Uniforms, Occupational
entry |3 pages
Uniforms, Sports
entry |3 pages
Unisex Clothing
letter |17 pages
V
entry |2 pages
Vanity Fair
entry |4 pages
Veils and Veiling
entry |2 pages
Velcro
entry |4 pages
Velvet
entry |2 pages
Versace, Gianni (1946–1997)
entry |2 pages
Vests
entry |3 pages
Victorian Styles and Fashions
entry |2 pages
Vintage Clothing
entry |3 pages
Vogue
entry |2 pages
Vuitton, Louis (1821–1892)
letter |22 pages
W
entry |2 pages
Wang, Vera (1949–)
entry |2 pages
Weaving
entry |5 pages
Wedding Dress
entry |4 pages
Whalebone
entry |5 pages
Wigs
entry |2 pages
Women's Wear Daily
entry |3 pages
Wool and Wool Products
entry |3 pages
Wool Trade
entry |3 pages
Worth, Charles Frederick (1825–1895)
letter |4 pages
Y
entry |4 pages
Yarn
