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Ethnic Dress in the United States: A Cultural Encyclopedia
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- Binding
- Hardcover
- Product Group
- Book
- Ex Libris
- Yes
- Narrative Type
- Nonfiction
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- United States
- Weight
- 1 lbs
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- ISBN
- 9780759121485
- Book Title
- Ethnic Dress in the United States : a Cultural Encyclopedia
- Item Length
- 10.2 in
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
- Publication Year
- 2014
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 1 in
- Genre
- Design, Social Science
- Topic
- Ethnic Studies / General, Textile & Costume, Fashion & Accessories, Customs & Traditions
- Item Width
- 7.2 in
- Item Weight
- 31.1 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 336 Pages
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The clothes we wear tell stories about us-and are often imbued with cultural meanings specific to our ethnic heritage. This concise A-to-Z encyclopedia explores 150 different and distinct items of ethnic dress, their history, and their cultural significance within the United States. The clothing artifacts documented here have been or are now regularly worn by Americans as everyday clothing, fashion, ethnic or religious identifiers, or style statements. They embody the cultural history of the United States and its peoples, from Native Americans, white Anglo colonists, and forcibly relocated black slaves to the influx of immigrants from around the world. Entries consider how dress items may serve as symbolic linkages to home country and family or worn as visible forms of opposition to dominant cultural norms. Taken together, they offer insight into the ethnic-based core ideologies, myths, and cultural codes that have played a role in the formation and continued story of the United States.
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Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0759121486
ISBN-13
9780759121485
eBay Product ID (ePID)
201725718
Product Key Features
Book Title
Ethnic Dress in the United States : a Cultural Encyclopedia
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Ethnic Studies / General, Textile & Costume, Fashion & Accessories, Customs & Traditions
Publication Year
2014
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Design, Social Science
Number of Pages
336 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
10.2 in
Item Height
1 in
Item Width
7.2 in
Item Weight
31.1 Oz
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Lc Classification Number
Gt605.E35 20154
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Ethnic Dress in the United States is the 'go-to' resource for anyone who has ever wondered where a particular clothing item or style originated. This work also provides an entry into further exploration of the diverse ethnic groups that continue to enrich the culture of the United States through the introduction and transformation of traditional clothing into Western fashion., Ethnic Dress in the United States is the go-to resource for anyone who has ever wondered where a particular clothing item or style originated. This work also provides an entry into further exploration of the diverse ethnic groups that continue to enrich the culture of the United States through the introduction and transformation of traditional clothing into Western fashion., One way that multicultural diversity in the United States can be seen is by observing past and present ethnic influences on contemporary fashion. Like much of the US population, anorak parkas, Ugg boots, pashmina shawls, and dashikis--to name just a few of the topics covered in this concise volume--all came from somewhere else. More than 150 diverse and unique clothing items, including headwear, shoes, jewelry, and accessories, are described in short signed essays by contributors with academic credentials or professional interests in fashion and costume. Each signed entry provides a brief history of the artifact's origins, how it has been interpreted in the US, and the influences or impact it may have had on popular dress and culture. The entries provide ample see also and compare to cross-references, along with short lists of further readings. Selected entries are accompanied by small but detailed black-and-white ink drawings. The inclination of some contributors to provide examples of ethnic dress worn by particular film and music celebrities tends to date some of the entries. Based on the content and writing, this resource seems most appropriate for public libraries and secondary-school reference collections. Summing Up: Recommended. General readers., The information is highly engaging and challenges the beliefs Americans may hold about their own culture. . . .Ethnic Dress in the USA is written for a general audience making it appropriate for public libraries, secondary schools and community college libraries, as well as colleges and universities with programmes in textiles, culture and history.
Table of Content
Foreword Introduction African Head Wrap Aloha Shirt (Hawai'ian Shirt) Alpaca Sweater Anorak/Parka Apron Aran Sweater Bandana Barong Tagalog Batik Cloth Apparel Battenberg Lace Beret Bermuda Shorts Bikini Birkenstocks Blangkon Blundstone Boots Bohemian Dress Bolero Jacket Bolo Tie Bootlace Tie (UK Teddy Boys) Boubou Bowler Hat Bricolage British Riding Boots Broomstick Skirt Buckskin Burnous Busserull (Norwegian Work Shirt) Caftan Calico and Chintz Capri Pants Chador Chambray Chemise Cheongsam Chima Chinese Flats Chinese Silk Pajamas Choli Cholo Style Ch'ullu (Quechua) or Chullo (Hispanicized) Church Hat Cloche Hat Clogs Concho Belt Conical Asian Hat Coonskin Cap Corset Dashiki Dirndl Djellaba Dolman Do-Rag Dr. Martens Duster Espadrilles Ethnic Jewelry Faja Fedora Fez Flat Cap Flip-Flops (Geta) Fustanella Gele Gypsy Skirt Hanbok Hanfu Chinese Robes Haori Happi Hardanger Harem Pant (Salwar) Harris Tweed Hawli Hijab Hip-Hop Fashion Huaraches Huipil Inverness Coat Japanese Street Fashion Jellies Jeogori Jilbab Jodhpurs Kanga Kebaya and Skirt Keffiyeh Kente Cloth Kilt Kimono Kosovorotka Kufi Lederhosen Leotard Madras Cloth Mao Suit Mariachi Suit Melhfa Mexican Pointy Boots Mexican Tourist/Souvenir Jacket Missoni Knits Moccasins Mousquetaire Mu'umu'u (Muumuu) Nehru Jacket Norigae Norwegian Knitted Mittens and Gloves Norwegian Sweater Obi Oxford Shirt Paj Ntaub (Hmong Flower Cloth) Panama Hat Pashmina Shawl and Scarf Peasant Blouse Pelisse Pinafore Pollera Polo Shirt Poncho Porcupine Roach Powwow Accessories Powwow T-Shirts Rasta Hat Rubaha Rumba Dress Sarafan Sari Sarong Scottish Sweater Serape Shawl Shearling Shtreimel Sibenik Cap Sirwal Slouch Hat (Australian) Snood Sombrero Tabi Tallit Tam-o'-Shanter Taqiya Thawb Tie-Dyed Apparel Toque (Tuque) Trench Coat Turban Tzitzit Ugg Footwear Waistcoat Western Wear Wingtips (Brogue Shoe) Yarmulke (Kippah) Zoot Suit Index About the Editors and Contributors
Copyright Date
2015
Lccn
2014-025511
Dewey Decimal
391.0089
Dewey Edition
23
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