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From major trends The book addresses the key trends that have defined global fashion, ranging from the 20s' Flappers, the New Look, Ivy League styles, Hip Hop culture, to the Y2K era. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the fashion evolution over the past century.    To lessor known subculture The book talks about lesser-known subcultures that have nonetheless shaped the currents of fashion evolution. From Pachucos and Leathermen, to Bogans, Takenoko Zoku, Sapeurs, and Riot Grrrl, it helps uncovering the hidden influencers of the style landscape.    Diving deep into each style To truly capture a style, you need the full picture: its history, key pieces, influencers, and the hairstyles and makeup that defined it. Not to mention the tales that make each culture unique. Our book brings all of this together in a clean, easy-to-digest layout. Dive in and swiftly become an expert on any style and its culture, all at your fingertips.    Over 1200 illustrations Through detailed illustrations, the book provides an instant understanding of diverse styles and subcultures. You will learn about styles and subcultures in a fun and easy way.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56310768861557,"sku":"9789881354792","price":31.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9789881354792_3bd28728-b273-4cad-bd4d-dc30ce79f711.jpg?v=1786032615"},{"product_id":"9789887710806","title":"Fashionary Bag Design","description":"Fashionary’s Bag Design encyclopedia is the most comprehensive resource for bag designers and bag lovers.  Focusing on the specific needs of bag designers, Fashionary has provided essential information on bag anatomy, manafacturing, materials and much more in one compact, convenient volume.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56311130456437,"sku":"9789887710806","price":29.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9789887710806_7e7f2186-bc96-4833-806c-48fc7ad710d5.jpg?v=1786032680"},{"product_id":"9789887711186","title":"The Knitwear Manual","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Knitwear Manual - A Complete Guide to Knitwear Design\u003c\/p\u003eThe Knitwear Manual is a comprehensive guide that covers every aspect of knitwear design and production. This detailed resource is suitable for both beginners and industry professionals, offering a wealth of knowledge from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques. The book is designed to be highly visual and easy to understand, making complex knitwear concepts accessible to readers at all levels.\u003cp\u003eThe book comprises eight chapters covering the entire knitwear creation process. Starting with fibers and yarns, it progresses through knitting principles, structures, and styles. It explores dyeing and embellishments, details production finishing, and concludes with 100 inspirational patterns. This comprehensive guide caters to both beginners and professionals in the knitwear industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis manual stands out for its practical approach, focusing on presenting information in an easily digestible format. It features hundreds of examples, high-quality images, and illustrations that not only provide aesthetic inspiration but also convey technical know-how essential for creating successful knitwear products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA unique feature of the book is its showcase of various knitting structures using different yarn thicknesses, helping readers understand how stitches interact with various yarn types. This approach inspires diverse possibilities for knitwear designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cover design is inspired by Jacquard patterns, featuring a bold, large-scale pattern debossed on a creamy white background, adding both visual appeal and tactile interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall, The Knitwear Manual serves as an invaluable resource for fashion enthusiasts, students, and industry professionals, offering a blend of inspirational designs and practical knowledge necessary for mastering the art and science of knitwear design and production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56311218307445,"sku":"9789887711186","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9789887711186_be977b1f-0621-47b2-8c7c-3d985bc6e27e.jpg?v=1786032691"},{"product_id":"9789887711025","title":"The Lives of 50 Fashion Legends","description":"Visual biographies of the world’s greatest designers  This visual book walks you through the stories of the world's greatest designers, across the decades. Explore each legend's life choices, learn how they adapted to trends and adversities, and discover how the fashion industry has changed over the years.     Visual biographies of the most recognized fashion designers in the world Covers stories of designer’s childhood, relationships, life choices, ups and downs and their signature pieces which change the fashion history over the years Timeline presentation with fascinating graphic symbols, easy to read A special treat for anyone who loves fashion  50 Fashion Legends  At the end of this book, you won’t view these fashion legends the same way again!  It's their lives!  Filled with pages of timeline and fascinating graphic symbols that put the fashion designers on the fashion world stage. Fun volume shares appraisals of 50 most important fashion designers with their iconic status!  Discover their little stories  Explore each legend's life choices, learn how they adapted to trends and adversities, and discover stories you may not know.   Profile, Career Highlight \u0026amp; Quote  Each legendary designer's timeline includes the personal information and the career highlight which summarize how they succeeded and become the fashion legend. Discover the wisdom of their quotes and get inspired!   Fun facts, Statistic \u0026amp; Analysis  Want to know more about the fun facts like the designer’s major subjects? Their occupation before designing? Age of having their first store? What leads to their fall or success? The statistical \u0026amp; analysis section summarized the critical moments that caused catalysts in their careers and gain insight into their successes!","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56311218471285,"sku":"9789887711025","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9789887711025_ce8d04d1-495f-4ae3-8440-079ec16c2253.jpg?v=1786032684"},{"product_id":"9789887711094","title":"Textilepedia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTextilepedia: The Ultimate Textile Bible\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTextilepedia is an extensive textile dictionary that covers all essential fabric knowledge, making it the ultimate reference for anyone involved in the fashion industry. Whether you're a seasoned designer or a beginner, this book simplifies the complex world of textiles with a perfect blend of text and imagery. 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The book is filled with clear and attractive images, illustrations, diagrams, and icons that make the information easy to read, understand, and remember.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePracticality is a core focus of Textilepedia, with information presented in a straightforward and digestible manner. Lengthy theories are replaced with concise, essential information that can be quickly applied in real-world scenarios, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness as a designer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFashion design is a harmonious blend of imagination, fabrication, and execution. A strong understanding of textiles is crucial for ensuring the functional base of any design. The deeper the knowledge of textiles, the more creativity can be pushed to its boundaries. 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