Synopsis
STYLEPEDIA: A visual dictionary of fashion styles
Stylepedia is an encyclopedia of styles and subcultures of the past 100 years. Delve into stories of origins, cultures, and fashion elements of each style. To make this extensive information easily comprehensible, the book breaks down content into visual components, featuring over 1200 illustrations that vividly capture the essence of each style.
This comprehensive guide uncovers global styles, exploring their origins, distinctive features, and the cultural and historical contexts that have shaped them. From historical trends to contemporary fashion phenomena, STYLEPEDIA serves as an essential resource for understanding the core of various styles. It provides not only knowledge but also inspiration, making it indispensable for anyone keen on fashion and cultural studies.
The book addresses key trends that have defined global fashion, spanning from the 1920s Flappers and the New Look, to the Ivy League style, Hip Hop culture, and the Y2K era. It offers a thorough understanding of fashion evolution over the last hundred years, giving readers a panoramic view of how fashion has transformed and adapted through decades.
In addition to mainstream trends, STYLEPEDIA shines a light on lesser-known subcultures that have significantly influenced the fashion landscape. It brings to the forefront styles from groups such as Pachuchos, Beatniks, Bogans, Takenoku Zoku, Sapeurs, and Riot Grrrls, revealing the hidden influencers and their impact on the world of style.
The book goes beyond mere aesthetics to examine how style and fashion are intertwined with social, political, and economic contexts. It explores iconic styles, their origins, and their characteristics, tracing how they connect to broader cultural narratives. This in-depth examination highlights the dynamic relationship between fashion and the world at large, illustrating how significant global events and local neighborhood vibes are reflected in and influenced by style.
STYLEPEDIA emphasizes that style extends beyond visual appeal; it encapsulates the deliberate choices individuals make to express themselves. The book aims to enrich readers' understanding by providing key events related to these styles, offering a deeper appreciation of their significance.
Style and fashion are both products of their time and catalysts for change. This book delves into the realm of style and fashion, examining how they shape and are shaped by the social, political and economic contexts in which they exist. It explores iconic styles and their origins and characteristics, tracing the threads that connect them to wider cultural narratives. This is not just a story about style and fashion, but a celebration of the many ways in which we express ourselves and make our mark on the world.
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Founded in 2008, Fashionary creates practical tools for fashion industry professionals. Suitable for people working across different areas of the industry and at a variety of career levels, our product scope includes a best-selling collection of sketchbooks and display-worthy books, including a practical bag encyclopedia, a fashion dictionary, and a business manual filled with everything you need to know about starting your own fashion brand. The name Fashionary originated from “Fashion + Dictionary + Diary.”
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Hardback. Condition: New. A complete illustrated guide of style tribes and fashion subculture from 1900s-2020s Stylepedia uncovers global styles, exploring their origins, distinct features, and the cultural and historical contexts that shaped them. From historical trends to the latest buzz on social media, it is your essential guide, providing the knowledge and inspiration needed to understand different styles at their core. Stylepedia helps the designers to understand more about the style and facilitates the creation of meaningful design. It serves as a diverse style directory for stylists, provides a quick rundown of fashion history for fashion students, and presents a global fashion subculture panorama to all readers. From major trends The book addresses the key trends that have defined global fashion, ranging from the 20s' Flappers, the New Look, Ivy League styles, Hip Hop culture, to the Y2K era. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the fashion evolution over the past century. To lessor known subculture The book talks about lesser-known subcultures that have nonetheless shaped the currents of fashion evolution. From Pachucos and Leathermen, to Bogans, Takenoko Zoku, Sapeurs, and Riot Grrrl, it helps uncovering the hidden influencers of the style landscape. Diving deep into each style To truly capture a style, you need the full picture: its history, key pieces, influencers, and the hairstyles and makeup that defined it. Not to mention the tales that make each culture unique. Our book brings all of this together in a clean, easy-to-digest layout. Dive in and swiftly become an expert on any style and its culture, all at your fingertips. Over 1200 illustrations Through detailed illustrations, the book provides an instant understanding of diverse styles and subcultures. You will learn about styles and subcultures in a fun and easy way. Seller Inventory # LU-9789881354792
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Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. A complete illustrated guide of style tribes and fashion subculture from 1900s-2020sStylepedia uncovers global styles, exploring their origins, distinct features, and the cultural and historical contexts that shaped them. From historical trends to the latest buzz on social media, it is your essential guide, providing the knowledge and inspiration needed to understand different styles at their core.Stylepedia helps the designers to understand more about the style and facilitates the creation of meaningful design. It serves as a diverse style directory for stylists, provides a quick rundown of fashion history for fashion students, and presents a global fashion subculture panorama to all readers.From major trendsThe book addresses the key trends that have defined global fashion, ranging from the 20s' Flappers, the New Look, Ivy League styles, Hip Hop culture, to the Y2K era. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the fashion evolution over the past century.To lessor known subcultureThe book talks about lesser-known subcultures that have nonetheless shaped the currents of fashion evolution. From Pachucos and Leathermen, to Bogans, Takenoko Zoku, Sapeurs, and Riot Grrrl, it helps uncovering the hidden influencers of the style landscape.Diving deep into each styleTo truly capture a style, you need the full picture: its history, key pieces, influencers, and the hairstyles and makeup that defined it. Not to mention the tales that make each culture unique. Our book brings all of this together in a clean, easy-to-digest layout. Dive in and swiftly become an expert on any style and its culture, all at your fingertips.Over 1200 illustrationsThrough detailed illustrations, the book provides an instant understanding of diverse styles and subcultures. You will learn about styles and subcultures in a fun and easy way. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9789881354792