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Real Clothes, Real Lives

Real Clothes, Real Lives

Discover the untold stories behind women's everyday attire with "Real Clothes, Real Lives".

This groundbreaking book spans 200 years of American women's fashion, showcasing over 300 garments from the Smith College Historic Clothing Col... read more

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Discover the untold stories behind women's everyday attire with "Real Clothes, Real Lives".

This groundbreaking book spans 200 years of American women's fashion, showcasing over 300 garments from the Smith College Historic Clothing Collection.

From Sylvia Plath's Girl Scout uniform to 1970s go-go dancer costumes, each piece reveals the lives and roles of the women who wore them.

This volume offers a rare focus on the everyday clothing of ordinary women, often overlooked in fashion histories.

With exceptional photography and rich archival visuals, "Real Clothes, Real Lives" provides a wealth of historical and social insights into the evolution of women's fashion and feminism.

Perfect for fashion enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

DETAILS

  • 1.5" H x 10.9" L x 9.1" W (3.15 lbs) 256 pages
  • Released 5-Sep-23
  • Hardcover
  • ISBN 9780847873135

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