Cultural Costumes Of France

This carefully researched volume offers lovers of both costume and the medieval period a meticulously researched and accurately detailed study of the clothing of the Middle Ages. Following an illuminating discussion of the style and construction of costumes worn in the thirteenth, fourteenth, and fifteenth centuries, noted costume historian Mary G. Houston provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of actual apparel worn by all classes and sectors of society. Included are elaborate royal, ... [Read More]

Charlie Crow French T-shirt top and Beret Costume for children. Blue & White. T-Shirt style outfit made from 100% polyester. Fits kids 3-8 years. Costume includes French top and hat only. Machine washable see the costume for full details. Wash at 30 degrees. No Bleach. Do not tumble dry. Do not iron. Do not dry clean. Conforms to European safety regulations. As a precaution keep away from fire. Charlie Crow is an independent, family run company. We offer our own award winning designs, which are ... [Read More]

From the bestselling author of The Woman on the Orient Express comes a haunting novel of two women—one determined to uncover the past and the other determined to escape it.At the close of World War II, London is in ruins and Rose Daniel isn’t at peace. Eight years ago, her brother disappeared while fighting alongside Gypsy partisans in Spain. From his letters, Rose has just two clues to his whereabouts—his descriptions of the spectacular south slopes of the Sierra Nevada and his love for a... [Read More]

France XVIIIth Cent (Interior Dress at an Informal Gathering; Tricorn Hats, Violin, Bonnets, Dresses) Issued c.1888, Paris for Racinet Printed by Firmin Didot Beautiful original antique chromolithograph (color) print. A wonderful type of "high key" color printing which is essentially extinct as a method of producing images today for wide distribution. Printed on period lightly coated stock paper, as issued- sheet retains its inherent structural flexibility and soundness. In VG [or better] condit... [Read More]

The varied cultural functions of dress, textiles and cloth work provide an especially cogent lens through which to re-examine our assumptions about the Middle Ages because of the topic's conceptual breadth. Its implications range from the highly theoretica

Paris has been the international capital of style for three hundred years. Although challenged by other fashion cities such as Milan, London and New York, Paris remains special. This fascinating book shows that the strength of the French fashion industry rests on the depth and sophistication of its fashion culture. Revised and updated, Paris Fashion is reprinted here in paperback for the first time. More than just a history of famous designers and changing styles, the book is about fashion as a ... [Read More]

For more than 30 years, forum novelties has been a leader in the costume industry, as well as the joke, trick, magic, and novelty gift item business. Forum offers over 8,000 items to choose from, ranging from baby costumes, to adult and plus-size costumes, to pet costumes. Look to forum Novelties for all of your Halloween, luau, Christmas, mardi gras, and St. Patrick's day supplies. From funny to frightening, forum has it all

These stylish and original aprons will have you feeling comfortable and looking good while you show off your skills! They are made from high quality premium polyester fabric and have an adjustable neck for ultimate comfort. Standard size will fits most adults. MEASUREMENTS: 31 inches long and 26 inches wide. They have black straps and ties. With tens of 1000's of fresh and fun designs these cool aprons are highly unique and perfect for any occasion, activity and task like cooking, baking, garden... [Read More]

Paris, Capital of Fashion accompanies a major exhibition at The Museum at FIT, New York's only museum dedicated solely to the art of fashion. This lavishly-illustrated book is edited by MFIT's director and chief curator, Valerie Steele, also the author of the acclaimed Paris Fashion: A Cultural History. This new book opens with an important essay on how and why Paris became famous as the international “capital of fashion.”Steele traces how the mythic “aura” of Paris fashion was construct... [Read More]

The way a society deals with hair speaks volumes about its structures, its wealth, and its values. How is hair arranged? Is it left long or cut short? How often is it washed? Do men and women treat their hair differently and what does this tell us about gender? This stimulating book contains articles written by the Paris hairstylist Emile Long between December 1910 and December 1920 for an English trade journal. Long's purpose in writing was to keep English coiffeurs informed about the goings-on... [Read More]

Try to get out if the invisible box with this fun French Mime costume this Halloween. This Old Glory design is printed on a polyester juniors t-shirt. The dye sublimation printing process creates slight imperfections that are unique to each

Show people how nicely you "clean up" when you wear this Fifi the French Maid Halloween Costume. Made from a soft and breathable cotton-poly blend, the outfit includes a dress with attached apron, ruffled headpiece and choker. The French Maid Costume is both fun and flirty, making it the ideal costume for a night out at a Halloween

If you like puns, you'll love French Toast Costume Accessory Supplies for adults! The toast purse and red beret with matching sash do all the work. Just wear a striped shirt and plain pants and you've got yourself a punny