Fashion: Women in World War One
Author | : Lucy Adlington |
Publisher | : Pitkin |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2014-04-07 |
ISBN-10 | : 1841655368 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781841655369 |
Rating | : 4/5 (369 Downloads) |
Download or read book Fashion: Women in World War One written by Lucy Adlington and published by Pitkin. This book was released on 2014-04-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: World War One had catastrophic impact on the lives of millions, both on the battlefield and on the Home Front too. It was also a time of tremendous social upheaval, bringing new opportunities and freedoms. Whatever their wartime role - as nurses, naval officers, factory workers or footballers - women needed the right clothes for the job. From the luxurious silks of High Society, to the boots and breeches of the Women’s Land Army, Fashion: Women in World War One explores the impact of war on fashion 1914-1918 with unique images and beautiful original garments.