Denim: From Cowboys to Catwalks, A Visual History of the World's Most Legendary Fabric
Editorial Reviews Book Description Denim: From Cowboys to Catwalks is a marvelous, one–of–a–kind pictorial history of this illustrious fabric, featuring archival photos from pioneering brands; rare pictures of denim–clad icons; images of denim’s role in subcultures from 1950s teens to LA hip hop; examples of rare, collectable garments; a guide to valuable vintage items, and more. The ultimate book on the ultimate symbol of American cool. From the Publisher The story of denim is a tale rich in paradox. Cherished by dustbowl cowboys and high fashion models alike, the fabric is at once a symbol of the counterculture and the raw material of a major industry. A simple fabric, dating back to 17th–century France, it has become an instant sign of credibility and sex appeal. Today, denim is ubiquitous: Alexander McQueen and Vivienne Westwood have pushed it into the forefront of high fashion, Calvin Klein and Giorgio Armani have made it the basis for billion–dollar brands. This book delves deep into the archives to explain the origins and development of blue jeans. It features rare pictures of denim–clad icons, like Marilyn Monroe and Steve McQueen, plus specially commissioned photos of rare and classic garments from the 1880s to the present day. Complete with a glossary and a guide to valuable vintage items, this book will give you as much street cred as a pair of unworn 1938 Big E, Back–Buckle, Double X 501 Levi’s—at a fraction of the price.
Denim: From Cowboys to Catwalks, A Visual History of the World's Most Legendary Fabric,Graham Marsh,Paul Trynka,Aurum Press,1854107917,Beauty & Grooming - General,Crafts & Hobbies,General,History - General History,Hobbies/Crafts
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