Fashioning Spain: From Mantillas to Rosalia

Fashioning Spain explores the cultural history of Spanish fashion in the 20th and 21st centuries, highlighting how women empowered themselves through fashion choices, Balenciaga's international stardom, and the politicization of the mantilla. It demonstrates that fashion is ripe with historical meaning and offers unique insights into Spanish cultural life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Fashioning Spain is a captivating cultural journey that delves into the vibrant tapestry of Spanish fashion throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, a time marked by profound social, political, and economic transformations. As Spain transitioned from dictatorship to democracy and, more recently, embraced the digital age, fashion underwent seismic shifts, reflecting the ever-evolving spirit of the nation. The chapters in this collection unveil how women empowered themselves through their fashion choices, celebrated the international stardom of Balenciaga, explored the challenges faced by female photographers under Franco's rule, and unveiled the politicization of the mantilla. Within the realm of Spanish fashion, tradition and modernity coexist and engage in a dynamic interplay, mirroring the shifting influences of society. This collection employs a diverse range of case studies and approaches to explore fashion's role in films, comics from the la Movida era, Rosalía's music videos, and both brick-and-mortar and virtual museums. It serves as a testament to fashion's rich historical significance, offering unique insights into the diverse facets of Spanish cultural life.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350244580