"Equal parts fab and frightening, Killer Style explores the ways in which make-up, clothing, and accessories have killed, maimed, or tormented those who wear and make them. From the story of hatters felled by mercury poisoning to tulle-burnt ballerinas to the victims of the modern craze for sandblasted denim, no one is safe from these crimes of fashion."-- Provided by publisher.

A sassy style guide for teenage girls shares insight into the fashion world and how to personalize one's appearance for best results, chronicling fashion trends throughout history while sharing practical tips from top designers and models.

Here is this second edition of Joan Nunn's detailed survey of costume in the Western world over the past eight centuries. She not only gives the reader a vivid visual impression of the clothes themselves, but also outlines the historical and social background and the changes in manufacturing techniques and fashionable life that have influenced the way costume has developed and the manner in which it has been worn. The book is illustrated throughout...

"Explore the rich history and iconic trends in clothing fashion--from togas to gowns made from recycled plastic bottles. Create a capsule wardrobe, then explore how to make it your own. A Fashion Hack for creating 'flair' gets you started!"-- Provided by the publisher.

Photographs and text document the history and meaning of clothing, from loincloths to modern children's clothes.

In an alphabetical trip through fashion history, a little girl goes back in time and meets a cast of characters wearing the latest trends.