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An impressively researched endeavor to give London's fashion its due, this book--which accompanies an exhibit at the Museum of London--demonstrates the city's "distinctive character" through clothes and asserts that London stands apart from other fashion epicenters like Paris, Milan and New York City. The authors work in tandem to illuminate London's rich sartorial history, each taking on a section of the book (Breward the 1800s, Ehrman the first half of the 19th century and Evans the latter half). Each examines the iconic trends that prevailed during these periods, from the tailored finery of Sa...Log In or Sign Up to Read More