In the late nineteenth century, the terms primitive, barbarian, and savage were used to describe those who were believed to live in early stages of social and technological development. Most were dark skinned and wore little clothing.
The authors elaborate on what dress is, define ethnocentrism and position dress in todays society. Using Western and non-Western examples, the book fosters an appreciation of the diversity of surface...
Everywhere around the world, people make daily decisions about what to wear or how to dress. The Visible Self, 3rd Edition, presents a systematic approach to analyzing daily rituals that...
Using Western and non-Western examples, 'The Visible Self' presents a systematic approach to analyzing these daily rituals that we all share - not simply the act of putting on clothing, but also cleansing the body and adorning it.
New to this Edition: - Focus on the body as the organizing principle in the study of dress including additional insight on fashion and using this concept to define the target customer - Investigation of current issues such as race and the ...
The Visible Self: Perspectives on Dress
Aesthetics, and Dress - The Art of Creating Dress - Ideals for Individual Appearance and the Art of Dress - The Art of Dress: Conformity and Individuality - Dress and the Arts - Dress and the Future - Your Future and Dress - Readings from a ...
The Visible Self: Fashion and Dress Across Cultures