Table of Contents

Preface by Christian Lacroix • Introduction by John Peacock • The Plates: Fashion Since 1900, Decade by Decade • Couture Wear Underwear • Leisure Wear • Day Wear • Evening Wear • Bridal Wear Accessories • 1900–1909 • 1910–1919 • 1920–1929 • 1930–1939 1940–1949 • 1950–1959 • 1960–1969 • 1970–1979 • 1980–1990 1991–present day

Promotional Information

Over 1,250 drawings charting the history of fashion since 1900, including Balenciaga’s gowns, Mary Quant’s mini-skirt and recent designs from Vivienne Westwood

About the Author

John Peacock has worked as a fashion and costume designer and lecturer in fashion history. He was for several years senior costume designer for BBC Television, and is the author of many books on costume.

Reviews

'Best for fashionistas … more desirable than next season’s handbag' - Sainsbury’s Magazine