Book: The Language Of Fashion Roland Barthes, widely regarded as one of the most perceptive critics of the twentieth century, was particularly fascinated by fashion and clothing. This collection brings together all of Barthes' untranslated writings on fashion, revealing the breadth and insight of Barthes' long engagement with the history of clothes. The essays range from an analysis of the significance of gemstones and jewelry, to an exploration of Courreges and Chanel, to a discussion of of hippy style in Morocco, and the role of color in fashion.
Details of Book: The Language Of Fashion Book: The Language Of Fashion
Author: Roland Barthes, Andy Stafford, Michael Carter
ISBN: 1845203801
ISBN-13: 9781845203801
, 978-1845203801
Binding: Paperback
Publishing Date: 2006/04/21
Publisher: Berg Publishers
Number of Pages: 183
Language: English