James Laver Livres

Manners and Morals, 1750-1848

From the invention of the needle to the dawn of denim, neolithic weavers to catwalk creations, this title intends to cover the trends, from vintage to high street chic and the reinvention of haute couture. It also explains the forces shaping fashion, including Internet technology, celebrity influence, fast fashion, recession and global markets.

Guide to the landmarks of costume history, to the forms and materials used and to the motives of fashion