The encyclopaedia of world costume

by Doreen Yarwood

Book by unknown

Genres: History, Reference, Fashion, Nonfiction

471 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1978

Reviews

[Deborah · Rating 5 out of 5]

If there's anything you want to know related to how people dressed throughout history, this book covers it. The book covers various clothing-related terms, the clothing of various cultures, clothing materials, and techniques of making and decorating clothing. It also covers things like hair styles, wigs, perfume, and so on. Black-and-white drawings illustrate many of the entries.

The book is very informative and easy-to-read. This is one of those books that will stay in my personal library for future reference.

[Phair · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wide coverage includes fabrics & techniques, fashion terms, prominent names, garment types, accessories. National/folk dress included. Copious small detailed line drawings and a few color plates. List of museum sources, bibliography arranged by topics. Large index provides access to terms and topics within the general alphabetical arrangement of articles. Comprehensive source for quick clarification or overview.
My copy is an original 1978 Scribners edition.

[Saleris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Error on the Writer/Editor's name - it's actually Doreen YARWOOD.
Nicely written and compiled. The drawings are a bit small, but the information is good enough to compensate.

[Patricia Dietz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding reference. Full color plates and detailed descriptions.