Vintage Fashion
Collecting and wearing designer classics
(Author) Emma Baxter-WrightA visual journey through the fashion of the decades, Vintage Fashion shows you how to identify key designers, shapes, textiles, stitching, and other details and characteristics that define the most influential pieces of the twentieth century (up to and including the 1990s). Each decade ends with a 'key looks' spread showing an at-a-glance view of the important shapes, colours and looks that defined the era. The book concludes with a shopping guide, which offers pointers on sourcing and caring for original vintage pieces, along with a glossary of fashion terms and the century's most collectable designers.
Emma Baxter-Wright
Emma Baxter-Wright is a British writer and editor known for her work in the fashion and beauty industry. She has authored several books on fashion history, style icons, and beauty trends. Baxter-Wright's writing style is detailed and engaging, often combining historical research with personal anecdotes.
One of her most notable works is "The Little Book of Chanel," a comprehensive guide to the iconic fashion house and its founder, Coco Chanel. This book showcases Baxter-Wright's expertise in fashion history and her ability to bring the world of high fashion to a wider audience.
Her contributions to literature include shedding light on the influence of fashion on culture and society, as well as celebrating the creativity and innovation of designers throughout history. Emma Baxter-Wright continues to make a significant impact in the fashion and beauty industry through her insightful and informative writing.