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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book with the express purpose of acquiring photos of American men's fashion from the '50s. It was exactly the wrong purchase. While the pictures of women and children are of fine quality and selection, Joanne Olian neglects men almost totally. Out of 120 pages, there are only 12 that feature any men's clothing at all, and these do not present a fair range. Considering the perennial importance of late '50s Ivy League style, especially for gents, this is a considerable flaw.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is good book for the price with plenty of illustrations but the shiffer collectors (fashionable clothing from the sears catalogue) is better although a lot more expensive.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Very informative
3 Feb 2004
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I thouroughly enjoyed reading this book. It was packed from start to finish with pictures. The book gives an excellent overview of what the average woman was wearing in the 1950's, unlike many similar books which focus on important designers.
While it is very light on text I still feel that it is a must for anyone interested in this period.
While it is very light on text I still feel that it is a must for anyone interested in this period.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
One of the best 50's books ever made
15 April 2004
Format:Paperback
This is a primary source book that tells the prices and materials, which are very helpful to a costume designer. I also enjoy the book Fifties Forever, which is similar except it's color photos of actual vintage stuff (the color does help, but the Sears catalogue is still great without it).
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Gorgeous, authentic, thorough--GREAT book!
16 May 2007
Format:Paperback
Whenever I take this book out, people fight over a peek into its glossy pages. It covers everything in fashion from the fifties, though mostly focusing on women. The pictures depict fashions, from dresses to shoes, hats and gloves to maternity wear; the women's hairstyles, makeup, and overall looks give the reader the most authentic possible view of fashion and the aesthetic ideals of the time. The catalogue also shows the prices and features descriptions that include fabric, color, and price. There are some pictures of teenage, male, and children's fashions. This book is thorough and unbelievably beautiful.
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