Title: Ethnic Dress : A Comprehensive Guide to the Folk Costume of the World
Publisher: Checkmark Books
Publication Date: 1995
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0816031363
ISBN 13: 9780816031368
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Weight: 2.95 pounds

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Arranged by region of the world, illustrates contemporary native folk costume, from the complex embroidery found on Scandinavian decorative dresses to the various styles of face veils worn by Middle Eastern women

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YA?Contemporary costume throughout the world is beautifully photographed in this attractive volume. It focuses on the dress of people who "do not adhere to the trends of Westernized fashion." In addition to the wide scope and aesthetic appeal of this book, readers will find a concise description of the ethnic composition along with maps of the areas.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

It is amazing to observe how traditional forms of dress have survived for centuries?even if today they are worn only for holiday or ceremonial occasions. Such costumes from all regions of the world are represented here in 500 full-color photographs of individuals and groups. Considering the scope, treatment is necessarily brief but does include fascinating facts about the background, traditions, and evolution of the garments as well as design, materials, and decorations. The result is a kaleidoscope of exotic hues and embellishments. Maps identify each geographic region, and a two-page glossary is added. Fashion historian Kennett (A Woman by Design, LJ 11/1/88) shows respect for her subject and appreciation of diverse cultures. An exciting resource for designers and students, this book will also delight armchair travelers. Highly recommended for public, academic, and specialized collections.?Therese D. Baker, Western Kentucky Univ. Libs., Bowling Green
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Though not a definitive guide to folk dress from aborigines to Zulus, Kennett's book is a stimulating one, thanks to its streamlined text and beautiful, brightly colored photographs of ethnic costume. Here in one place we find North American Inuits garbed in fur head to toe, learn that male apparel worldwide tends toward white, and that Chechens and Cossacks traditionally don tall fur hats, a custom that unfortunately may disappear in the current wars. The sparse prose covers basic symbols, traditions, and colors, with a nod to today's variations; at the end of each chapter are an illustrated map and a potpourri of close-up shots, showing specific items of apparel. Barbara Jacobs

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