The Colour of Fashion: The story of clothes in 10 colours

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Colour of Fashion: The story of clothes in 10 colours
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Caroline Young
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:256
Dimensions(mm): Height 194,Width 140
Category/GenreFashion design and theory
History of fashion
ISBN/Barcode 9781802790849
ClassificationsDewey:746.92
Audience
General
Illustrations 70 clr and b&w photos and illus

Publishing Details

Publisher Welbeck Publishing Group
Imprint Welbeck
Publication Date 17 March 2022
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Mellow yellow, in the pink, feeling blue, green with envy. Colour is so entwined with our emotions that there are countless expressions and song lyrics, devoted to it. But what meaning does colour have in what we wear? What does a green dress convey when worn to a cocktail party, what significance does a white trouser suit have when worn by a female politican, and why does a woman in red command attention? Telling fascinating stories drawn from across history, The Colour of Fashion delves into the significance of colour in dress, and explores how the symbolism has shifted over time. Think of how black transitioned from a colour of mourning to the ultimate in elegance, how millennial pink has defined the Instagram generation, and beige, once a sophisticated favourite of Chanel, now reflects the normcore subculture. Featuring images of iconic colourful moments in fashion history - including Jennifer Lopez in green Versace, Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez in white tailoring and Audrey Hepburn in that Little Black Dress - this book is an essential read for fashion lovers.

Author Biography

Caroline Young is the acclaimed author ofLiving with Coco Chanel,Classic Hollywood Style andStyle Tribes. Specialising in fashion and popular culture, Caroline lives in her hometown of Edinburgh, Scotland.