I’ve just ordered this fabulous book, and can’t wait to see it in person. Contained within its pages are luscious photographs like these:
Yellow silk taffeta dress (1803) with black silk net shawl with polychrome floral embroidery, and yellow and green silk knit pineapple reticule (c. 1800) with trimmings of silver beads and tassels.
Order information for the book:
Fashion: The Collection of the Kyoto Costume Institute (Hardcover)
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LOVE the adorable reticule and that shawl: gorgeous!
I actually found this book in the bargain bin at Barnes & Noble! The photographs are gorgeous and the clothes are amazing. A few of the photos have the dresses sort of fading off the edge, but that is my only complaint. You won’t be disappointed!