Historical Perspectives on Sustainable Fashion: Inspiration for Change
Historical Perspectives on Sustainable Fashion: Inspiration for Change
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The fashion industry has struggled to reconcile style with sustainability, but Historical Perspectives on Sustainable Fashion provides inspiration and warnings for the eco-conscious designer. It broadens perspectives and examines the globalized mainstream fashion system and historical alternatives, encouraging readers to question the state of the industry and demonstrating the value of historical insights in enabling and inspiring change.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 09 February 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
For centuries, the fashion industry has grappled with the challenge of reconciling style with sustainability. In "Historical Perspectives on Sustainable Fashion," readers embark on a journey through time to explore the historical roots of the contemporary sustainable fashion movement. This comprehensive book offers a rich tapestry of success stories and cautionary tales, providing both inspiration and insights for eco-conscious designers.
The first edition, "Sustainable Fashion: Past, Present, and Future," emerged as a result of the groundbreaking exhibition "Eco-Fashion: Going Green" at FIT's Museum. This revised edition expands the horizons even further, incorporating eye-opening examples of designers, brands, and activists who are tirelessly working towards change on a global scale. Additionally, a new chapter delves into the globalized mainstream fashion system and historical alternatives that offer compelling inspiration for reimagining the current status quo.
"Historical Perspectives on Sustainable Fashion" is a captivating and timely exploration of progressive fashion through a historical lens. It encourages readers to critically assess the state of the industry and highlights the invaluable role of historical insights in fostering and igniting change. By delving into the past, this book empowers readers to envision a more sustainable and ethical future for fashion.
Whether you are a fashion professional, student, or simply someone passionate about sustainability, "Historical Perspectives on Sustainable Fashion" is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the evolution of the industry and its potential for positive transformation.
Weight: 616g
Dimension: 190 x 247 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350160439
Edition number: 2 ed
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