A History of English Dress or Fashions Past and Present is a comprehensive book written by Francis Edwards that explores the evolution of English fashion from ancient times to the present day. The book provides a detailed account of the various styles, trends, and influences that have shaped English dress over the centuries. It covers topics such as the clothing of the Anglo-Saxons, the medieval period, the Renaissance, the Victorian era, and the modern-day fashion industry. The author also discusses the impact of social, ...
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A History of English Dress or Fashions Past and Present is a comprehensive book written by Francis Edwards that explores the evolution of English fashion from ancient times to the present day. The book provides a detailed account of the various styles, trends, and influences that have shaped English dress over the centuries. It covers topics such as the clothing of the Anglo-Saxons, the medieval period, the Renaissance, the Victorian era, and the modern-day fashion industry. The author also discusses the impact of social, economic, and political changes on fashion, as well as the role of designers, tailors, and manufacturers in shaping the clothing industry. The book is richly illustrated with images and photographs of historical garments, fashion plates, and contemporary fashion trends. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of fashion and its cultural significance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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