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Book Synopsis: "A tribute to a time when style -- and maybe even life -- felt more straightforward, and however arbitrary, there were definitive answers." -- Sadie Stein, Paris Review
As a glance down any street in America quickly reveals, American women have forgotten how to dress. We lack the fashion know-how we need to dress professionally and beautifully. In The Lost Art of Dress, historian and dressmaker Linda Przybyszewski reveals that this wasn't always true.
In the first half of the twentieth century, a remarkable group of women -- the so-called Dress Doctors -- taught American women that knowledge, not money, was key to a beautiful wardrobe. They empowered women to design, make, and choose clothing for both the workplace and the home. Armed with the Dress Doctors' simple design principles -- harmony, proportion, balance, rhythm, emphasis -- modern American women from all classes learned to dress for all occasions in ways that made them confident, engaged members of society.
A captivating and beautifully illustrated look at the world of the Dress Doctors, The Lost Art of Dress introduces a new audience to their timeless rules of fashion and beauty -- rules which, with a little help, we can certainly learn again.
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Are you tired of feeling lost when it comes to fashion? It's time to reclaim the lost art of dressing with "The Lost Art of Dress: The Women Who Once Made America Stylish" book. This captivating book takes you on a journey back to a time when style was straightforward and definitive answers existed. As stated by Sadie Stein from Paris Review, this book is a tribute to that era.
America's fashion sense has diminished over the years, but there is hope! In "The Lost Art of Dress," historian and dressmaker Linda Przybyszewski shares the secrets of a remarkable group of women known as the Dress Doctors. They taught American women the knowledge they needed to create beautiful wardrobes without relying on money alone. Together, they empowered women to design, make, and choose clothing that exuded professionalism and beauty.
What sets this book apart is that it not only delves into the history of the Dress Doctors but also provides practical design principles for modern American women. Learn the secrets of harmony, proportion, balance, rhythm, and emphasis that will transform your wardrobe. Whether it's dressing for the workplace or the home, this book has you covered for every occasion.
With its captivating illustrations and timeless fashion rules, "The Lost Art of Dress" is a must-read for all fashion enthusiasts. It's time to regain your confidence and become an engaged member of society through the power of fashion and beauty. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from the Dress Doctors and embrace your own unique sense of style.
Get the book now and embark on a journey to rediscover the lost art of dressing. Let Linda Przybyszewski guide you towards creating a wardrobe that reflects your true self. Don't wait any longer to elevate your fashion game!
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