Name/Title
Exposed : a history of lingerieEntry/Object ID
GT2073.H55Description
Lingerie is a subject of enduring fascination. As the final barrier to the fully nude body, it is simultaneously modest and erotic. This compelling and eye-catching publication surveys lingerie from the mid-18th century to the present, covering a broad range of foundation garments, intimate apparel, and lounging clothes--from bras and corsets to slips, peignoirs, and tea gowns. All pieces are gorgeously illustrated in color. Stunning historical garments from well-known fashion houses such as Christian Dior are included, as is risque contemporary lingerie by labels such as Agent Provocateur. When viewed as a whole, these pieces illustrate important developments in fashion over time, such as changes in silhouette, shifting ideals of propriety, and advancements in technology.Lexicon
Search Terms
lingerie, lingerie--history, underwearBook Details
Author
Colleen HillPublisher
Yale University Press, Fashion Institute of TechnologyDate Published
2014Call No.
GT2073.H55ISBN
300208863, 9780300208863LCCN
2014940298Notes
Length: 178