The Sweater: A History

by Gail Demeyere, Keren Ben-Horin, Jane Merrill

Book Overview

Originally knit as underwear, the sweater is a practical garment with homely beginnings and has evolved as a fashion statement. This book traces the sweater's 300-year history as an aesthetic and craft object, telling the story of its materials and construction, national traditions, fads and fashion, and accessories. Learn about the panoply of yarns, Nordic patterns, buttons, vintage collars, runway designs, manufacturing, and today's explorations...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 076435261X
• ISBN13: 9780764352614
• Release Date: March 2017
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 3.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 9.1" x 12.1"