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The Long And Short Of It: The Madcap History Of The Skirt
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From Its Simple Beginnings As A Unisex Body Wrap To Its Bold March Forward As An Iconic Symbol Of Femininity To A Haute Couture Fashion Statement, The Skirt Has Had A Perilous Journeyone Day Subject To Accolades, The Next Ridicule, And Even Coming Under Fire Before The Supreme Court. Cultural Icon, Garment Of Personal Expression, Verb Or Slur, The Significance Of The Skirt Is Grander Than Merely Serving As An Article Of Clothing.Through The Years, Skirts Have Been Both Liberating And Restricting, Inspiring And Exasperating. Skirts Transcend Mere Fashion, Serving As Barometers Of The Cultural Zeitgeist. The Long And Short Of It Will Humorously Detail The Evolution Of The Skirt And The Women (And Men) Who Wore Them. Loosely Divided By Different Skirts (The Bustle, The Hobble, The Pencil Skirt, The Peasant Skirt, Miniskirt, Etc.), The Book Will Chronologically Cover Ancient Times, Pretwentieth Century, World War I, The Flapper Era, Hollywood Years, World War Ii, Rock N' Roll, Free Love, Women'S Lib, The Power Decade, And Several Others. The Long And Short Of It Will Will Feature: The Relationship Between Women'S Salaries And Their Hemlines The History Of The Skirt Through The Changing Wardrobe Of America'S First Ladies Religious References To The Sacred Nature Of Skirts Nineteenth Century Fashion Tips Laws Protecting Women And Their Skirts The Change In Censorship Of Women'S Legsby The Length Of Jane'S Skirt In Classic Tarzan Films Crazy Cases Brought To Court Involving Women'S Skirtsincluding A 2004 Case Of A Woman Lawyer Barred From A Courtroom By A Judgefor Wearing Trouserssnappy And Fun, With Twocolor Illustrations And Amusing Quotes And Sidebars, This Sassy History From Famed Book Packagers Becker&Mayer! Is The Perfect Combination Of History, Fashion, And Culture.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Long and Short of It'? A: 'The Long and Short of It' explores the cultural and historical significance of skirts, detailing their evolution from a unisex body wrap to a fashion statement, and how they reflect societal changes over time.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 176 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Long and Short of It' is Ali Basye.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Long and Short of It' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Long and Short of It' was published on January 30, 2007.
- Q: What are some key features discussed in the book? A: Key features include the relationship between women's salaries and hemline lengths, the history of skirts worn by America's first ladies, religious references to skirts, and notable legal cases involving women's skirts.
- Q: Is the book suitable for readers interested in fashion history? A: Yes, 'The Long and Short of It' is ideal for readers interested in the intersection of fashion, history, and cultural commentary.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, 'The Long and Short of It' features two-color illustrations along with quotes and sidebars.
- Q: What cultural topics does the book cover? A: The book covers various cultural topics such as the evolution of skirts through different historical periods, societal perceptions, and fashion influences on women's rights.