Fashion History: From the 18th to the 20th Century

Fashion History: From the 18th to the 20th Century is an illustrated luxury book on the history of fashion, covering trends and clothing from the 18th to the 20th century, published by Taschen in 2019, with 632 pages. This Special Edition is presented with an acrylic case, protecting the volume and enhancing its aesthetic value as one of the most prominent coffee table books on the subject. The book explores the evolution of clothing through the vast collection of the Kyoto Costume Institute (KCI), founded in 1978, which has one of the largest and most comprehensive clothing collections, including historical pieces, underwear, shoes, and fashion accessories. The work highlights the importance of understanding clothes from sociological, historical, and artistic perspectives, presenting clothing as an essential manifestation of cultural, social, and personal identity.

With detailed photographs of pieces displayed on custom-made mannequins, Fashion History: From the 18th to the 20th Century offers an in-depth analysis of fashion as a complex and intricate art form. The authors include Akiko Fukai, director and curator emeritus of the Kyoto Costume Institute; Tamami Suoh and Rie Nii, curators of the KCI; and professors Miki Iwagami and Reiko Koga, both from Bunka Gakuen University in Tokyo. This volume is a fundamental reference for scholars, designers, and fashion enthusiasts, offering a rich and visually stunning panorama of the history of clothing. Its factual approach and wealth of details make it an ideal copy for luxury gifts and corporate gifts, elevating any collection.

This book is suitable for art and design collectors, fashion history enthusiasts, professionals in the textile industry and visual culture, as well as those seeking a sophisticated luxury gift. Its presence enriches personal libraries, design offices, fashion studios, and living spaces, serving both as a source of knowledge and as a highly impactful visual decorative piece.