Nevertheless, She Wore It: 50 Iconic Fashion Moments
Nevertheless, She Wore It: 50 Iconic Fashion Moments
From the creator of the bestselling Bad Girls Throughout History.
Celebrated illustrator and author Ann Shen shares her striking study of history's most iconic styles, and the women who changed the world while wearing them. From the revolutionary bikini to the presidential pantsuit, this book explores 50 fashions through bold paintings and insightful anecdotes that empower readers to make their own fashion statements.
Demonstrates the power of fashion as a political and cultural tool for making change
Brilliantly illustrated with Ann's signature art style
Filled with radical clothing choices that defined their time
Looks include the Flapper Dress, the unofficial outfit of women's independence in the 1920s; the Afro, worn as a symbol of black beauty, power, and pride; the Cone Bra, donned by Madonna in her 1989 power anthem "Express Yourself"; and the Dissent Collar, Ruth Bader Ginsburg's famous signifier for when she disagrees with the majority.
With stunning and vibrant illustrations, this is a treasure for anyone who wants to defy style norms and rewrite the rules.
An insightful look at the intersection of fashion statements and historical female power.
Perfect for fans of Ann Shen, as well as anyone who loves fashion, feminism, and political consciousness.
Author - Ann Shen
Hardback
128 pages
191 x 229 x 15.24mm.
ISBN 9781452183282
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