Learn about Western dress from the ancient world to today. Each
chapter shows you the social, cross-cultural, environmental, geographic,
and artistic influences on what people wore. More than 600 images help
you to recognize recurring themes and concepts and understand the role
of dress from a diverse, global perspective. The book covers each
decade, from the 1920s to the present, in separate chapters to help you
keep track of the changes in modern fashion. Learning Objectives, Key
Terms, Discussion Questions and Exercises, and a Glossary help you
master concepts.