Workwear: Work Fashion Seduction (Mode) [Paperback]

Oliviero Toscani (Author), Olivier Saillard (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 8831796909 | ISBN-13: 978-8831796903 | Publication Date: September 8, 2009

This book looks at forms, uses and fabrics by cataloguing materials taken directly from various work environments. Such cataloguing is interwoven with style and research, highlighting the influence work clothes have had, not only on fashion, but also on our contemporary way of dressing.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Along with the economic and social revolution in Western society, the role of work garments has changed too—showing what we do and telling the world who we are.

About the Author

Olivier Saillard is a fashion historian and curator of the Musée de la Mode et du Textile in Paris. He has been appointed as artistic councillor of the Fondation HSBC pour la Photographie. He works for fashion magazines such as Elle, Crash, and Jalouse.

Oliviero Toscani, internationally renowned photographer, is the creator of brands such as Esprit, Valentino, Chanel, and Fiorucci. His work has appeared in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire, and Stern. He has built United Colors of Benetton into one of the most recognized brands in the world.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Marsilio (September 8, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 8831796909
• ISBN-13: 978-8831796903
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 0.8 x 9.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #251,449 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)