Hollywood Dressed and Undressed: A Century of Cinema Style [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

~ (Author), Bette Midler (Commentary), Isaac Mizrahi (Commentary), Loretta Young (Commentary)

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Product Description

From Rudolph Valentino to Leonardo DiCaprio, from Veronica Lake to Kim Basinger, this book pairs classic and current film photographs with costume expert Sandy Schreier's lively anecdotes and facts about favorite Hollywood stars and their unforgettable costumes. 240 illustrations, 65 in color.

About the Author

Sandy Schreier is a fashion historian and owner of the largest private collection of 20th century couture. She lectures throughout the country and is a regular guest on national radio and television shows.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Rizzoli International Publications; illustrated edition edition (September 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0847821102
• ISBN-13: 978-0847821105
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 9.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,270,358 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fine pictorial overview of Hollywood fashion, June 9, 2000

By	Joseph A. Admire (Manassas, VA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As someone who's interested in fashion history (and who runs awebsite dedicated to the role of opera gloves in the history offashion and the movies, I found this book an excellent visual introduction to the importance of fashion in Hollywood. The writing is snappy and breezy, and the pictures (which, after all, *is* why you're buying this book - isn't it?) are gorgeous. Truth in packaging compels me to reveal that I read this book at my local library, but it's definitely on my wish list! END

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great photos with informative and entertaining stories, August 12, 1999

By A Customer

I purchased a copy of this book because so many of my favorite actors were shown in great photos. I started reading the captions and chuckled at the quick quips and short anecdotes. I ended up buying more copies as gifts. This book has turned out to be one of the best books I have ever given. I hope others will get it for their library. It's not only for movie buffs, but the great photos and stories make a fun afternoon read.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you love Hollywood -- you'll love this book!, August 11, 1999

By A Customer

I have seen Ms. Schreier on the A&E Channel on several occasions over the last few months discussing hollywood fashion in the movies -- she always provides so many great inside tidbits that I had to go and buy this book. The book did not disappoint! As a 40 year lover of the movies -- I found her stories enlightening as well as very entertaining. I can't wait for the sequel!