Survey of Historic Costume
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Survey of Historic Costume, 6th Edition, is the best-selling introduction to Western dress from the ancient world through the twenty-first century. Each chapter presents social, cross-cultural, environmental, geographic, and artistic influences on clothing. With visuals, illustrated tables, and in-depth discussions, readers come to recognize recurring themes and concepts and understand the role of dress from a diverse, global perspective. The new edition features more than 1,000 full-color photographs and illustrations, a new feature that examines global dress, and a fully updated chapter on the twenty-first century. New Student Resources~ Survey of Historic Costume STUDIO features digital study tools such as visual flashcards, self-quizzes, videos, and assignments and activities and includes a free Student Study Guide eBook to help students master concepts and improve grades.New to this Edition~ Chapter Timelines present an overview and images of historic events in each chapter focusing on fashion and textiles, politics and conflicts, decorative and fine arts, economics and trade, technology, and religion~ New Global Connections boxed highlights dress and textiles from around the ... [Read More]
It's About Time: The Complete Series
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"It's about time. It's about space. About two men in the strangest place." Those catchy opening lines to the iconic theme song for It's About Time primed Baby Boomers every Sunday night during the 1966 television season for a series unlike any other.Created and produced by Sherwood Schwartz (Gilligan's Island, The Brady Bunch), the time travel comedy stars Frank Aletter as Mac and Jack Mullaney as Hec, two astronauts who find themselves in prehistoric times after breaking the time barrier. Soon after landing, they meet Gronk (Joe E. Ross, Car 54 - Where are you?) and Shad (Imogene Coca, Your Show of Shows), two friendly cave people who find the ways of those from "the other side of the hill" strange but interesting.A fish-out-of-water series in the vein of The Beverly Hillbillies and The Munsters, fans the world over will have the same reaction to this complete series collection of this rarely-seen show -- IT'S ABOUT TIME!BONUS FEATURES: An interview with Pat Cardi, who played "Breer" on It's About Time.
Fashion China
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An exciting survey of the new talents in fashion design from China, curated by a panel of Chinese style experts Like its economy and art scene, Chinese fashion is on the rise, with an increasingly prominent international presence. Spurred by a new generation of creative and ambitious designers, and championed by actresses like Fan Bingbing and Zhang Ziyi, as well as China’s First Lady, Peng Liyuan, Chinese fashion now walks the runways, not only in Shanghai and Beijing but also in London, Paris, Tokyo, and New York.Fashion China is an important new survey of the top Chinese fashion designers working today, selected for the book by a jury of experts on Chinese fashion that includes supermodel Liu Wen; Director of Harper’s Bazaar China, Lucia Liu; and TV host and fashion writer Hung Huang. Profiles of each designer include a description of their styles and an interview with Gemma Williams, exploring their training, inspiration, and technical approaches. These are accompanied by 450 illustrations offering a rich survey of the looks that make Chinese fashion unique. From the opulent couture of Guo Pei to the minimalist ready-to-wear of Uma Wang and the surreal structuralism of Xiao... [Read More]
The Visible Self: Global Perspectives on Dress, Culture and Society
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Everywhere around the world, people make daily decisions about what to wear or how to dress. The Visible Self, 4th Edition, presents a systematic approach to analyzing daily rituals that we all share-not simply the act of putting on clothing, but also the method of cleansing the body and adorning it. Using Western and non-Western examples, the authors take a three-pronged approach to understanding dress across cultures, uncovering its relationship to human beings as biological, aesthetic, and social beings. Readings collected from classic books and academic journals enable students to appreciate the complexity of dress from a multidisciplinary perspective that includes anthropology, sociology, economics, fine arts, and the natural sciences. This new edition covers topics including social media, social responsibility, eco-fashion, plus subcultures and trends such as cosplay, making it a relevant resource for studying dress. New to this Edition: - Newly organized Part III uses John Bodley's revised analysis of sociocultural systems to relate to dress and fashion across the world- New reading by John Vollmer in Part III on the Qing Dynasty of China- Revised and expanded art program, i... [Read More]
Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas [Blu-ray]
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Discover the true meaning of the holiday season with the live action adaptation of the beloved classic, Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Starring Jim Carrey as the Grinch, director Ron Howard and producer Brian Grazer reimagine one of the most enduring holiday stories of all time. Why is the Grinch (Carrey) such a grouch? No one seems to know, until little Cindy Lou Who (Taylor Momsen) takes matters into her own hands and turns both Whoville and the Grinch's world upside down, inside out...and funny side up. Filled with dazzling scenery, special effects, makeup and costumes, this is an adventure "that can make your heart grow three sizes – if you're not laughing too hard!" (Steve Murray, Atlanta Journal-Constitution).
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
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The Spider-Man Adult Halloween Costume transforms you from ordinary into a spidery superhero in minutes. This easy-to-wear ensemble comes with a stylish and boldly colored jumpsuit with muscle torso and legs with a fabric hood. It is made from polyester and spandex for a custom fit. Time to get web slinging in this cool Spider-Man adult
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Bring cheer to good boys and girls across the globe when you're dressed up in this complete Santa suit!Kit includes suit jacket and pants, belt, hat, a wig and beard set, eyebrow whitener, glasses, gloves and boot
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No need to go to the party as a barefoot caveman in this awesome Fred Flintstone deluxe costume! This rental quality costume includes oversized deluxe mascot head with attached tie, plush tunic with attached sleeves, pants and shoe covers. These are great on their own, but don't forget to check out the other costumes and accessories from our
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