Costumes World

This book will be of interest to anyone professionally or educationally involved in costume history as it includes many detailed drawings and studies of dresses and accessories based on research from private collections.

These essays survey, document and elucidate over a thousand years of Roman garments and accessories, from Etruscan influences to the transition to early Christian and medieval garb. Subjects include functional and symbolic uses, manufacture and industry, male, female and children's garb, and daily life and official dress.

From the headgear of the ancient Greeks and Etruscans to Elizabethan farthingales and modern footwear, this authoritative resource presents a comprehensive history of clothing and accessories. It covers every world culture with 650-plus entries in alphabetical order that define and describe designs, materials, accessories, and manufacturing techniques, placing them in historical perspective and tracing the development of tastes and the recurrence of motifs.More than 2,100 black-and-white drawing... [Read More]

"The definitive guide to the history of western costume."―Antiques Info Here, in more than one thousand full-color illustrations, is the history of Western fashion, from ancient Egypt to twentieth-century Paris. John Peacock’s meticulous drawings are organized in chronological sections and accompanied by detailed descriptions of each figure, including the individual items of costume shown and the many types of fabric, cut, pattern, and color that have been used over the centuries. This unriv... [Read More]

“A standard reference for anyone interested in the history of style and clothes.” ―Arts and AntiquesFrom the momentous invention of the needle some 40,000 years ago to the development of blue denim, this classic guide covers the landmarks of costume history, the forms and materials used through the ages, as well as the ways in which clothes have been used to protect, to express identity, and to attract or influence others.For the fifth edition, Amy de la Haye, former Curator of Twentieth-C... [Read More]

Creatively explore multinational fashions with this luxury coloring book for artists of all ages.Kids of all ages will enjoy customizing and coloring this gorgeous collection of costumes from all over the world. Fashion-minded artists can use bright and bold colors or chic and subtle shades to add their own flair to some of the world’s most beautiful national designs. With splashes of color on each page to provide inspiration, this book is filled with saris, kimonos, flamenco dresses, hula ski... [Read More]

Sticker Dolly Dressing Costumes Around the World

Here come the brides . . . from Sweden, Zimbabwe, Japan, Bali, Mexico, and other lands the world over! Four beautiful dolls from Asia, Africa, Europe, and South America model 28 stunning bridal outfits. Their gowns represent faithful reproductions of regional attire as well as modern interpretations of traditional styles, including Celtic robes of medieval Britain, a scarlet Indian sari, a Chinese silk tunic, a white satin dress from Ghana, a Balinese sarong, a Jewish bridal gown from Sheba, Jap... [Read More]

The folk costumes of countries from around the world are examined in light of cultural traditions, ethnic characteristics, national handicrafts, and the development of clothing styles

The electrical fences and advanced technology of Jurassic World didn't stop the dinosaurs from escaping and terrorizing the visitors, just like nothing is going to stop you from having the best Halloween yet when you dress in this one-piece inflatable T-Rex suit. A built-in fan will keep you cool all night, so whether you're trick or treating through Jurassic World or you're going to a fun party with your friends, you'll be comfortable! You can also don this costume to the premiere of the upcoming film; you'll look so great, people will forget all about the movie and all eyes

Hear your kid roar with might this year when they slip into this Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom Velociraptor Child Costume. Here , you can bet that we have exactly what you need in order to perfect your little one’s ensemble. You can already imagine how everyone will be running up to you wondering where you found such an adorable outfit for your

Your little girl will love this Fun World Kool Kat Child Halloween Costume. It is designed from a combination of polyester, nylon and spandex. This Kool Kat costume is also ideal for dress-up and everyday fun right at home. It comes with a dress that has an attached kitty tail, glovelets, boot covers,a headband with ears and footless tights. This Kool Kat child costume is designed to fit little girls. It is durable and is sure to become a