Dressing the Queen: Two Hundred Years of Craft, Couture, and Monarchy
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Book Overview A revealing history that explores the artistry, craftmanship, and traditions behind the royal wardrobe."A truly wonderful and fascinating...
A revealing history that explores the artistry, craftmanship, and traditions behind the royal wardrobe.
"A truly wonderful and fascinating book!"--Lady Anne Glenconner
From tours and walkabouts to the dazzling spectacle of a wedding or Coronation, the clothes worn by royal women have always been a fascination. Starting with Queen Victoria and moving to the modern Elizabethan age, Dressing the Queen hows the incredible craftmanship and painstaking effort that go into the making of what is known as the "Royal Wardrobe," from handmade boots to Crown Jewels; country tweeds to delicate stockings.
Dress historian Kate Strasdin reveals a tribe of previously unsung women and men. Some may be more renowned--such as designer Norman Hartnell or suitcase-maker Louis Vuitton--but most are ordinary, highly talented working people from across the British Isles. From rural straw plaiters to wartime coat-makers and refugee glovers, their skilled labour is a vital part of our country's history.
As we see modern princesses sally forth in fantastically arranged ensembles, we can think again of the vanishing trades that once employed millions--and still remain integral to royal life today.
Book Details Format: Hardcover | Publisher: PEGASUS BOOKS | ISBN: 9798897101
FormatHardcover
ISBN9798897101
EAN9798897101948
PublisherPEGASUS BOOKS
Publication Date2026-09-01
AccessoriesNo Accessory
ConditionNew
Product TypeHARD COVER BOOKS
Weight1.1 Pounds
Length9.07 Inches
Width5.99 Inches
Height1.35 Inches
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