TIMELESS: A Fashion Anthology

The breakdown of how hemlines and silhouettes evolved decade by decade is fascinating, and the photos make it easy to see the shifts in real time. I’ve already started using it to spot vintage-era influences in modern clothes.

Finally got around to reading this cover to cover, and the way it connects 200 years of fashion through specific garments really makes history come alive. The author’s background as an art historian shines through in the detailed descriptions of how each look reflected its era.

I’ve been flipping through this anthology for days and still find new details in the archival photographs. The way Edwards-Dujardin connects each garment to its historical moment makes it feel like a mini museum in my hands.