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Exploring the evolution of Western fashion, this volume delves into its profound influence on societal attitudes and beliefs from the Middle Ages to the present. Key themes include medieval sumptuary laws, the significance of color in early modern Europe, the impact of sports on contemporary attire, and the emergence of luxury in modern times. Author Giorgio Riello examines fashion's role in shaping Western societies and its connections to economy and politics, highlighting its ongoing relevance in people's lives.
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Back in Fashion, Giorgio Riello
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- Released
- 2020
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- Title
- Back in Fashion
- Subtitle
- Western Fashion from the Middle Ages to the Present
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Giorgio Riello
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 289
- ISBN13
- 9780300218848
- Category
- Fashion
- Description
- Exploring the evolution of Western fashion, this volume delves into its profound influence on societal attitudes and beliefs from the Middle Ages to the present. Key themes include medieval sumptuary laws, the significance of color in early modern Europe, the impact of sports on contemporary attire, and the emergence of luxury in modern times. Author Giorgio Riello examines fashion's role in shaping Western societies and its connections to economy and politics, highlighting its ongoing relevance in people's lives.