Pazazz: The Impact and Resonance of White Clothing

"From bridal wear to the Ku Klux Klan, an exploration of the complex meanings of white clothing throughout history; sometimes a symbol of purity but also of class superiority, privilege and the display of leisure."— Bookseller "A tour d'horizon of white raiment through the ages.&...

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Main Author: Edwards, Nina
Format: Book
Language:English
Subjects:
Clothing and dress
Clothing and dress-History-20th century
Clothing and dress-Social aspects-History
Costume design
DESIGN
Fashion
White in art
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Summary:"From bridal wear to the Ku Klux Klan, an exploration of the complex meanings of white clothing throughout history; sometimes a symbol of purity but also of class superiority, privilege and the display of leisure."— Bookseller "A tour d'horizon of white raiment through the ages."— Wall Street Journal