Fashion that means glamour, creativity and always the expression of a certain attitude toward life. This book is devoted to the legendary world of fashion from its origins in the nineteenth century until our own time. Which social, historical and cultural developments coalesced to allow fashion to become what it is today? Which designers had especially significant impact on their fashion eras, and what did their creations look like? Informative chapters that introduce each era coupled with extensive portraits of the ground-breaking fashion icons and countless expressive photographs work together to form a comprehensive portrayal of the rapid development that took fashion from the liberation of women from the corset all the way to the creations of modern designers. AUTHOR: Charlotte Seeling was born in 1941 and trained as a journalist. Her career path led her to management positions such as chief editor of Cosmopolitan, Vogue and the French Marie Claire. Charlotte Seeling lives in Mieming, Austria, writing books and working as a consultant in the areas of lifestyle and fashion. With Fashion she has drawn on her years of experience and unique know-how to produce what has become a standard work for the realm of fashion. SELLING POINTS: Updated edition, with the latest trends and evolutions in the world of fashion Extensive portraits of the most significant and influential fashion designers and couturiers From the beginnings of haute couture to the hottest designers of our time Essays covering special topics, such as Japanese designers or and models and muses Authoritatively written and entertaining text Rarely seen and iconic photographs/illustrations 1000 Plates