Hats
An Anthology
Published on 21. January 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-85177-688-7 (ISBN)
Description
Hats: An Anthology, now available in paperback, offers an unprecedented view of the world of millinery, drawing on the V&A's extensive collection of hats, Stephen Jones's own archive and iconic headgear from around the globe. Beautifully illustrated chapters examine the inspiration behind the creation of hats, the history of their construction, the lure of the hat shop and finally the etiquette and occasion of hat wearing for the client.
Reviews / Votes
'Beautifully illustrated' New Design 'A ravishing book' Scottish Woman 'This is a stunning look at the history of hat wearing, from the whimsical to the down right wacky' Irish TatlerMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Illustrations
150 colour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 270 mm
Width: 216 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-85177-688-7 (9781851776887)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
New editions
Christopher Breward | Claire Wilcox
The Ambassador Magazine
Promoting Post-War British Textiles and Fashion
Book
05/2012
V & A Publishing
€60.50
Article is exhausted; no reprint
Persons
Stephen Jones spearheaded the revival of British millinery in early 1980s fashion. Today Jones's era-defining edge continues to attract a celebrity clientele. The roll-call of fashion designers with whom he has collaborated includes Vivienne Westwood, Jean Paul Gaultier, Marc Jacobs, Rei Kawakubo of Comme des Garcons and Giles Deacon. Oriole Cullen is curator of modern textiles and fashion at the V&A and author of V&A Pattern: Pop Patterns (V&A 2011).