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Written and illustrated by Janet Arnold, *Patterns of Fashion 1* examines English women's costumes from circa 1660 to 1860. The book presents original hand‑drawn patterns and detailed illustrations derived from 48 specimens, including a 1660–1665 ivory silk bodice, a 1730–1750 riding habit, and a 1827–1829 ivory silk wedding dress. It also offers extracts from contemporary sources, a pictorial outline of costume trends, and insights into the cut of early eighteenth‑century garments.
First publish date: June 1977
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Crafts & Hobbies
Authors: Janet Arnold
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