Costume Patterns and Designs

From antiquity to modern times, this large format sourcebook presents an abundance of costume patterns and designs of all periods and nations. The illustrations capture the rich variety of fabrics from nearly every nation. Elaborate embroideries, delicate laces, silks from the East, and Exotic tie-died Indian saris, as well as furs and capes, coats, hats and gloves are featured, demonstrating countless materials, styles, and influences. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR