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The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design Gavin Ambrose and Paul Harris
$24.95
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The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design is a comprehensive guide to the numerous terms associated with, and used within, the field of fashion.
Over 250 terms are explained and contextualised, with concise definitions accompanied by illustrations and examples taken from traditional and contemporary fashion design.
The dictionary covers traditional terms still in current usage, as well as modern terminology such as Tank top and Militaria. It also defines a wide variety of practical terminology, such as Appliqué, Block printing, Flax, Logo, Silhouette and Tailoring, as well as conceptual expressions including Postmodernism, Juxtaposition and Zeitgeist.
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Key features
An invaluable reference tool that improves the reader’s understanding of the professional terms applied in the world of fashion and associated disciplines.
Over 250 terms used in the world of fashion design are fully explained and illustrated.
Beautifully presented with many illustrations to provide added inspiration.
A comprehensive dictionary for fashion students and aspiring fashion designers.
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Gavin Ambrose is a practising graphic designer. His current commercial practice includes clients from the arts sector, publishers and advertising agencies. Paul Harris is a freelance writer and editor. His work has appeared extensively in magazines and journals on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Reviews
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'This book is very appropriate for freshman students as introductory reading material - both fashion design and merchandising. I like this little book ... The layout is fun to follow.'
Hanna Hall, Kent State University, USA'A great little pocket reference book for fashion students. It provides instant answers on a variety of topics.'
Kevin Almond, University of Huddersfield, UK'A simple, accessible resource for Art and Graphics courses.'
Susan Stewart, Broxburn Academy, UK'This is the only dictionary style book I use and recommend. A simple, easy to read and visually interesting book.'
Shelley Campton, Canberra Institute of Technology, Australia'Helpful, useful information for FE colleges. Clearly laid out.'
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Readership: Foundation
978 2 940373 61 1
288 pages
250 colour images
160mm x 120mm
Paperback
December 2007
