Description
The history of the fashion industry has been well written as it relates to people who conform to certain physical norms and cultural stereotypes, whereas the inequality in access to the world of fashion has been largely ignored. Despite this lack of coverage, much work has taken place over the centuries to enable people who live with disability to participate in fashionable culture. This book tells that story via perspectives of notable historical figures, events and movements, and continues the discourse with a look at some of the contemporary developments in clothing and fashion.
The Intersection of Fashion and Disability takes the long view, from early attempts to conceal 'unsightly' bodies of royalty and nobility via creative innovation through growing contemporary awareness of inclusive fashion and how future work can be driven by technology and cultural acceptance.Author: Kate Annett-Hitchcock
Publisher: Bloomsbury Visual Arts
Published: 12/14/2023
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.54lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.00d
ISBN13: 9781350143104
ISBN10: 1350143103
BISAC Categories:
- Business & Economics | Industries | Fashion & Textile Industry
- Design | Fashion & Accessories
- Crafts & Hobbies | Fashion
About the Author
Katherine Annett-Hitchcock is Associate Professor of Fashion and Textile Design at North Carolina State University, USA. Prior to this she was on the faculty at East Carolina University, Virginia Tech and the Savannah College of Art and Design. Her research focuses on clothing for health and well-being, product development for differently-abled populations, and historical and cross-cultural inspirations on fashion design.