The first major study to explore the relationship between clothing made for survival in the most inhospitable environments on earth and beyond, and the high fashion it has inspired
Today― from haute couture to ready- to- wear― parkas, puffer coats, and backpacks, as well as garments made of neoprene and Mylar are everywhere. But the roots of these ubiquitous items of dress and cutting- edge textiles are rarely acknowledged or understood. Inspired by the so-called “heroic era” of polar navigation (1890– 1922), extreme mountain climbing, deep sea exploration, and journeys to outer space, Expedition explores how garments made for the most inhospitable environments on earth and beyond have inspired more than sixty years of fantastical, otherworldly fashions.
Lavishly illustrated, this publication features approximately 150 color photographs. The images include high fashion magazine editorials by Irving Penn, Richard Avedon, and others; museum objects from the permanent collections of The Museum at FIT and the American Museum of Natural History; and unpublished photographs of early expeditions in the archives of the Explorer’s Club in New York. 150 illustrations in color and black and white

Expedition: Fashion from the Extreme

Arts & Photography

Mears, Patricia

Faiers, Jonathan

Way, Elizabeth

Flint, Lacey

Pickman, Sarah

Elia, Ariele

Graphic Design

Thames&Hudson

With humor and an optimistic eye, Elizabeth provides zesty slices of everyday life in paperback portions, alongside plenty of smiles, a few wise cracks, and ample appreciation for that singular vocation, Motherhood."Isn't it one of life's great mysteries? How a teenager becomes a source of joy and fond memories as time goes on?"-Elizabeth Way in Love Every Minute of Moms"Elizabeth has the wonderful gift of finding a treasure chest of riches in simple, everyday situations. Her words tug at your heart, feed your soul, and put a smile on your lips in a matter of minutes."-Patty Sacco, Educator"Mothers are so undervalued in our society. Elizabeth's description of 'Certified Mother' is one of my favorite parts. I look forward to more!"-Mary Kieffer, Library Director, McCord Memorial Library"Elizabeth Way is a skilled writer who brings both a sparkle of humor and the gift wisdom to all her readers. Love Every Minute of Moms is filled with cheer and encouragement for mothers-on-the-go."To help them survive their demanding labor of love, she offers her keen insights, honed from years of experience."-Father John Catoir, Author and former Director of The Christophers

Love Every Minute of Moms

Health, Fitness & Dieting

iUniverse, Inc.

The definitive illustrated volume on the work and life of Ann Lowe, a consummate couturier who designed lavish evening and bridal gowns for members of America’s social registry, a Black woman working hard behind the scenes whose important legacy has remained underappreciated—until now.\nAt the height of her fashion career, Ann Lowe’s luxurious and opulent evening gowns and bridal wear were sold in upscale department stores across the country. At various times Lowe owned salons on Madison Avenue. She made Jackie Kennedy’s wedding and bridesmaids’ dresses, but, upon arrival at the Auchincloss estate on the big day, the butler directed Lowe to enter via the service entrance (she refused). Throughout her lifetime (c. 1898–1981), her major contributions to American style were unrecognized.\nVivid new photography of Lowe’s couture gowns—including lush details of her exquisite handwork and signature floral embellishments—accompany essays that explore the trials and achievements of Lowe’s life, contextualize her work within fashion history, profile Black designers whose work reflects her influence, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at the extraordinary efforts to preserve Lowe’s gowns.

Ann Lowe: American Couturier

Rizzoli Electa

On a hot summer night in August of 1973, DJ Kool Herc and his sister, Cindy, put on a “back to school jam” in the rec room of their apartment block at 1520 Sedgwick Avenue in the West Bronx. The rest is history. The birth of hip hop rippled out across the globe, influencing music and fashion for generations.\nFresh Fly Fabulous: 50 Years of Hip Hop Style draws on the experiences and memories of those who were there, from a foreword by Slick Rick, to interviews with Disco Fever club owner Sal Abbatiello and designers Dapper Dan and April Walker, to chapters from Vibe stylist Emil Wilbekin and former editor of The Source Kim Osorio. Topics cover the range of hip hop’s influential style over the past half century, tracing the evolution from early hip hop style, born of aspiration, individuality, and practicality to contemporary fashion steeped in luxury brands.\nHip hop style is a local story, told through spotlights on Times Square as an early fashion space, as well as an international phenomenon, shown in the prominence of hip hop fashion leaders on red carpets. Inventiveness, the art of the remix, and a diverse set of influences are consistent themes in sections that examine hip hop style from hair and nails to shoes and sneakers.\nFresh Fly Fabulous is the definitive source for hip hop style, brought to life by the groundbreaking photographers who captured it firsthand, including Janette Beckman, Jamel Shabazz, and Ernie Paniccioli.

Fresh Fly Fabulous: 50 Years of Hip Hop Style

Romero, Elena

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