Liberated Threads: Black Women, Style, and the Global Politics of Soul (Gender and American Culture)
$22.95
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Book Synopsis: From the civil rights and Black Power era of the 1960s through antiapartheid activism in the 1980s and beyond, black women have used their clothing, hair, and style not simply as a fashion statement but as a powerful tool of resistance. Whether using stiletto heels as weapons to protect against police attacks or incorporating African-themed designs into everyday wear, these fashion-forward women celebrated their identities and pushed for equality. In this thought-provoking book, Tanisha C. Ford explores how and why black women in places as far-flung as New York City, Atlanta, London, and Johannesburg incorporated style and beauty culture into their activism. Focusing on the emergence of the "soul style" movement—represented in clothing, jewelry, hairstyles, and more—Liberated Threads shows that black women's fashion choices became galvanizing symbols of gender and political liberation. Drawing from an eclectic archive, Ford offers a new way of studying how black style and Soul Power moved beyond national boundaries, sparking a global fashion phenomenon. Following celebrities, models, college students, and everyday women as they moved through fashion boutiques, beauty salons, and record stores, Ford narrates the fascinating intertwining histories of Black Freedom and fashion.
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Step into the world of black women's style and activism with Liberated Threads: Black Women, Style, and the Global Politics of Soul. This captivating book by Tanisha C. Ford delves deep into the intertwining histories of fashion and liberation, showcasing how black women from diverse locations embraced style as a tool of resistance. Explore the evolution of 'soul style' movement and how it influenced gender and political liberation on a global scale.
Unlock the secrets behind black women's fashion choices that transcended borders and sparked a global fashion phenomenon. With a focus on empowerment and equality, Liberated Threads sheds light on how clothing, jewelry, and hairstyles became symbols of defiance and expression for black women during pivotal moments in history. Dive into the thought-provoking exploration of style and beauty culture as powerful instruments driving social change.
Experience the profound impact of black women utilizing their fashion sense as a form of activism in locations like New York City, Atlanta, London, and Johannesburg. Gain insights into the resilience, creativity, and ingenuity of these fashion-forward women who celebrated their identities through their unique style choices. Join the movement of liberation and empowerment through fashion by reading Liberated Threads: Black Women, Style, and the Global Politics of Soul today.
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