Origin and Early History of the Fashion Plate

"Origin and Early History of the Fashion Plate" by J. L. Nevinson is a historical exploration of pictures of clothing in the late 1400s and forward. The book journeys through time to reveal how these images evolved from simple portraits to reflections of societal shifts and growing communication networks. It looks at their beginnings as costume portraits and then takes the reader through their changes as new methods of communication and transportation helped more people learn about new styles. The impact of influential figures and popular magazines on fashion will be discussed, demonstrating how fashion became something more attainable for middle class people. This book offers insight into the world of costume history within our culture.