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Decorative Arts & Design - Stitching La Mode: Patterns and Dressmaking from Fashion Plates of 1785-1795

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Book Synopsis: Stitching La Mode: Patterns and Dressmaking from Fashion Plates of 1785-1795 brings to life women’s unique and extravagant fashions of 1785-1795 in a beautifully illustrated and accessible way.The book consists of scaled patterns directly based on original French, German and English fashion plates drafted according to period-accurate shapes. The patterns encompass the full look presented in each fashion plate from garments to accessories. These are accompanied by a color image of the corresponding fashion plate, straightforward, illustrated directions for recreating the outfits, information on the material used and modelled reproductions of each plate to demonstrate what they would look like in "real life". The book focuses on unique styles often seen in fashion plates but rarely – if ever – patterned before, making this a fresh and exciting yet historically accurate take on late eighteenth-century fashion.Stitching La Mode significantly expands the understanding of transitional fashions from the late eighteenth century with concrete, physical examples of styles, perfectly suited for costume technicians and makers, costume historians and hobby costumers and re-enactors.

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Are you a fashion enthusiast or history lover? Look no further, because our Stitching La Mode book is the perfect addition to your collection. Immerse yourself in the unique and extravagant fashion of the late 18th century, brought to life through beautifully illustrated patterns and dressmaking instructions. The scaled patterns, directly based on original fashion plates, are meticulously drafted to ensure period-accurate shapes. With the full look presented in each plate, from garments to accessories, you can recreate these stunning outfits with ease.

What sets Stitching La Mode apart is its dedication to historical accuracy. Rarely patterned before, this book unlocks the secrets of unique styles often seen in fashion plates of the time. Immerse yourself in the transitional fashions of the late eighteenth-century and expand your understanding of this pivotal period in fashion history.

This book is not just for historians or costume technicians. Whether you're a professional maker, a hobby costumer, or a re-enactor, Stitching La Mode is your ultimate guide. The straightforward and illustrated directions make recreating these outfits a breeze. Imagine yourself wearing a gown fit for a queen, or donning an accessory that exudes elegance and sophistication. With Stitching La Mode, you can turn your fashion dreams into reality.

Don't miss out on this fresh and exciting take on late eighteenth-century fashion. Get your copy of Stitching La Mode and embark on a journey through time and style. Click here to grab your copy now!

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