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The Victorian tailor
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- Book Synopsis
- Create perfect, historically accurate Victorian menswear, from morning coats to shirts and trousersContains detailed patterns and practical instructions adapted from original Victorian pattern-cutters' booksCovers the whole of the Victorian era, with outstanding designs from every decade A valuable sourcebook for costume designers, dressmakers and those involved in historical re-enactments, this book contains all you need to create authentic menswear from the Victorian period. Historically accurate patterns enable you to make a wide range of garments, including morning coats, waistcoats, frock coats, trousers, shirts and hunting clothes, and full instructions are given for tailoring and construction. The book is illustrated with evocative contemporary fashion plates showing the essential wardrobe of a Victorian gentleman, which demonstrate the subtle changes in style that occurred across the decades.
- About The Author
- Jason Maclochlainn is an expert in historical tailoring who co-owns a company supplying Victorian patterns and corset-making materials to costumiers. He lives in the Netherlands.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781906388898
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Batsford, (17 February 2011)
- Number of Pages
- 158
- Weight
- 762 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 280 x 228 x 14 mm
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