London Society Fashion 1905–1925: The Wardrobe of Heather Firbank
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.80 (511 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1851778314 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 160 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-12-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Debra Slone said Five Stars. Wonderful book great addition to my library. Park said Plenty of pics and easy to read. Another wonderful V&A fashion book! I am an Edwardian era fan, especially regarding dress and society, so this was perfect for me. Many of the photos are available in the V&A online collection, but I enjoyed viewing it together, including accessories, in the context of Heather's family and somewhat awkward place in society. Was also interesting learning about the many London dressmakers now forgotten. If you enjoy this book, I also recommend V&A's House of Worth and Lucile.. Fabulous!!! Have read this through cover to cover twice since receiving it the other day. Great insight. Inspiring content. I hope to see the gowns in an exhibit one day.
50 Issue 1, 2016 . 'The authors of London Society Fashion 1905-1925: The Wardrobe of Heather Firbank take the opportunity to trace and marry changes in fashionable dress with social history milestones, whilst also reinvigorating the reappearance of a lesser known history of London couturiers.' E.-J Scott, Costume, Vol
The collection forms an invaluable record of a stylish and wealthy woman’s taste from about 1905 to 1920, and actually served as inspiration to Downton Abbey’s Emmy Award–winning costume designer, Susannah Buxton. Downton Abbey–era fashion is explored through the life and extensive wardrobe of real-life Edwardian London socialite Heather Firbank (1888–1954), whose treasures, bought from the world’s leading couturiers and the very best dressmakers and tailors in London, were gifted to the V&A after her death. Beautifully illustrated with new photography of Firbank’s evening gowns, tailored suits, and hats, the book also features contemporary photographs and pages from Firbank’s own fashion cuttings albums.
Jenny Lister and Cassie Davies-Strodder are curators at the V&A. Lou Taylor is professor of dress and textile history at the University of Brighton, England.