This comprehensive guide is the ultimate resource for anyone exploring the world of vintage clothing. ✨
More than just a style statement, vintage fashion offers a unique opportunity for self-expression and sustainable fashion choices. This book provides an easy-to-use framework for accurately dating menswear garments using detailed label analysis, textile identification, historical style context, and other key indicators.
Ideal for both novice vintage enthusiasts and seasoned collectors of men's and women's apparel, this richly illustrated reference features authentic labels, archival catalog and magazine imagery, and high-quality garment photography. Fashion designers, costume designers, and curators will also find this book invaluable for its in-depth coverage of U.S. government clothing regulations, garment union history, and decade-by-decade menswear analysis.
Exclusive to this publication are detailed insights into ACWA Union labels and a groundbreaking list of denim manufacturers, making it an indispensable tool for authenticating and understanding vintage garments. Whether your interest lies in collecting, dating, or caring for vintage clothing, this book is an essential addition to your library.
✦ Hardcover, 272 pages.
